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Contact info. Your donation is fully tax-deductible. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. He earned his Music Education degree from The University of Houston where he was in the Wind Ensemble under the direction of Mr. Eddie Green and studied trumpet with Houston Symphony principal trumpet, Mr. James Austin. The southernmost part of the school was renovated into the Dillard Special Achievement Center, while the northern section became a parking lot. from the University of Houston in 2019. Mr. Harrington graduated from Westfield High School where he performed in bands directed by Mr. Richard Crain and Mr. Philip Geiger. The high school band program included seventh grade students in order to have about 40 members for performances. The Allen Eagle Escadrille won the 4A State Marching Band Competition in back-to-back years in 1987 and 1988. Mr. Peterman holds a B.M. Westfield High School Band Booster Club | Houston TX The school, in the Westfield community, has a Houston, Texas postal address. Last year in 2020, he was inducted into the Bands of America Hall of Fame.Philip recognizes he did not make this journey alone. Mrs. Harrington earned her music education degree from The University of Houston in 1992 where she was in the Concert Chorale and studied voice under Jean Preston. He performed with Bluecoats as a color guard member and Black Gold winter guard as a dance soloist. Prior to being a band director, Mr. Hardee was a private lesson and masterclass instructor in school districts in the Houston and Austin areas. The new building started serving grade 9 students during the 201819 school year, and had an enrollment of 1,634 in 201516. 2022 BOA Photos 2023 Rose Parade Lineup Website. School for International Studies at Bammel, 2021-22 Testing and Report Card Calendar (PDF), Calendario de Exmenes y Reporte de Calificaciones 2021-22 (PDF), Blackboard Web Community Manager Privacy Policy (Updated). Prior instrumental music experience is required. Mr. Kwakus professional affiliations include Texas Music Educators Association, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, and Kappa Kappa Psi. Mr. Peterman joined the staff in the Fall of 2017, and is currently in his sixth year of teaching. [4] The second Allen High School was established in 1959 on land donated by Mr. Harris Brown on the corner of Jupiter and Main Streets. The first Allen High School, built in 1910 at the corner of Belmont and Cedar, was a two-story brick building housing six classrooms and an auditorium, and saw the first graduating class of eight students in 1914. He graduated from Cedar Ridge High School in 2013 and received his bachelors degree in Music Ed. The stadium (which cost nearly $60 million) opened for the 2012 football season. %PDF-1.6
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Public 9-12. Allen High School offers the International Baccalaureate program to its students, with the class of 2002 being the first to graduate Full Diploma. Proudly created with Wix.com. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. [9], For the 2018-2019 school year, the school received a D grade from the Texas Education Agency, with an overall score of 68 out of 100. The course will continue developing technical skills applicable to their respective instrument. Many have served as mentors and guides. https://www.rowloff.com/Bios/Bio.html?id=81. He also had great fun being a member of both The Best Dressed Band in All the Land and of a local rock band, Thyrza, with Noe Marmolejo. [6] The final expansion of the school was completed in 2011. The Allen High School girls' golf program achieved the first UIL state championship for the school by winning the state tournament in 2005. Mr. Kwaku attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he earned his Bachelors degree in Music Studies and studied trumpet with Ray Sasaki, music education with Bob Duke and Amy Simmons, and conducting with Scott Hanna, Ryan Kelly and Jerry Junkin. While at Spillane, Mr. Harrington was named Teacher of the Year in 2011 and to the Cypress-Fairbanks ISD Hall of Fame in 2012. While at UT, Mr. Peterman performed as a member of the 2014 Wind Ensemble on their world tour, performed in the premiere of John MackeysWine-Dark Sea at TMEA in 2014, and with the Symphony Orchestra at TMEA in 2016. 3.3K subscribers The Westfield High School Band performs in Finals of the Texas UIL 5A State Marching Band Contest on November 9, 1988 at Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas.. Reach out to Band Parent President Bob Gelinas or . Allen High School also has a broadcast program, KGLE 3 Teen News. 2022by Westfield High School Band and Orchestra Parents Association. Featuring the WHS Band and Jazz Band, the WHS Alumni Band and solo/small group performances this annual tradition promises to be another fantastic "Sentimental Journey". While attending the Moores School of Music Mr. Kreger was a performing member of the U of H Wind Ensemble under the direction of David Bertman, as well as the Symphonic Winds, and the Symphonic Band. NFL Draft Prospect Profile (2002): Lee Mays. He is thankful to return to Belton HS for a fourth year and looks forward to many more. He previously spent 21 years as Director of Music for the Spring Independent School District near Houston, Texas. In the 200809 school year, Allen High School was the state champion in football, hockey, girls' bowling and wrestling. Meet the Westfield Band Boosters: who to contact with questions, access financial support, and see how we keep our programs running. Some of his mentors include: Keith Lancaster, Derek Woods, Al and Paula Corley, Tom Harrington, Larry Matysiak, Jarrett Lipman, Jonathan Yoo, Jodie Rhodes, Kerry Taylor, John Denis, and Richard and Cheryl Floyd. They play for the 6A football team, participate in competitions and perform in parades and other venues. While attending U of H he worked with Friendswood High Schools marching band under the direction of Greg Dick and Aaron Brown. He marched with Blue Knights Drum and Bugle Corps the summer of 2016, and received silver and bronze medals marching with Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps in 2017 and 2019. The course enables students to make informed critical and aesthetic judgments, build self-assessment skills, and understand the historical and cultural influences of music. Copyright 2022 Westfield High School Bands. . This group will participate in concerts and adjudicated activities suitable for high school musicians. His responsibilities include conducting the Wind Ensemble and leading rehearsals for the Marching Hundred, as well as overseeing all aspects of the band and its middle school feeder programs. He also served as Head Band Director at Westfield High School, Spring High School, and Belton High School. [citation needed], As of 2021[update] Allen High has the largest University Interscholastic League (UIL) athletic program of any Texas high school. In class Concert Bands include: Beginning Concert Band Class; Symphonic Band Class; Wind Symphony Auditioned Advanced Band Class (Honors Credit) . The Allen High School Varsity Hockey team came in 2nd place in the 2020 State Champions, losing to Jesuit, its longtime rival. Richard was salutatorian of his class. 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Mr. Harrington's bands earned numerous Sweepstakes Awards and first divisions at area festivals both in the Spring and Cypress-Fairbanks school districts. Due to the determined hard work of the students, the Westfield Band was a consistent finalist in the TMEA Honor Band Competitions. Upon winning the championship, the Allen Eagles were ranked #2 in the nation by both ESPN Rise and Yahoo! He began teaching in the Spring Independent School District at Twin Creeks Middle School in 1990 where he was the assistant band director for seven years. Mr. Kwaku began working at Belton High School in the Fall of 2019 and served as an assistant director for 3 years before moving into the Director of Bands position. The goal of Symphonic Band is to continue developing the artistically informed student, knowledgeable of musical terminology, symbols, history, and to further develop technical skills on his/her instrument, self-assessing his/her own progress and performance. Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. Mrs. Harrington teaches music at Kreinhop Elementary School in the Klein Independent School District. Please include any comments on: Westfield High School serves 2,838 students in grades 9-12. The Pride of Westfield marching band is heading into its upcoming season with plenty of visuals, momentum and excitement that is expected to resonate with audience members. Student Admission ticket is only $5. Westfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12. The school, in the Westfield community, has a Houston, Texas postal address. 0
At one time it also served Remington Ranch. Central Office; While at UT, Mr. Peterman performed as a member of the 2014 Wind Ensemble on their world tour, performed in the premiere of John Mackeys. Robert is a graduate of Sam Houston State University and anticipates attending Officer Candidate School for the U.S. Navy. [2] [3] The school, which serves grades 9-12, is a part of the Spring Independent School District. Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic). Mr. Harrington graduated from Westfield High School where he performed in bands directed by Mr. Richard Crain and Mr. Philip Geiger. Until fall 2006, when Lovejoy High School opened, Allen High School served high school students in the Lovejoy Independent School District, which includes the city of Lucas, most of Fairview, and a small portion of Plano.[4]. We want every student to become the most proficient musician and performer of which they are capable. For 2017-18, Westfield was a Title I school. Can I see it? So, the young man got out his instrument. August 1999 saw the opening of Allen High School "2000," a new facility (at the corner of Greenville and Rivercrest) which opened to 2,200 students in grades 10 through 12. [9], The Allen Eagle football program has become one of the top football programs in Texas over the past decade, with playoff berths in every season since 2001, and a district title every season since 2006 [10] In 2014, Allen became the fourth high school in state history to win the state championship 3 years in a row while being the first to do so in the state's largest classification.[11]. The Westfield High School Band is made up of 120 members in 3 concert bands selected through a series of playing . Review Westfield High School. Compare Westfield High School to Other Schools springisd.org (281) 891-7130 16713 ELLA BLVD Spring Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer. The Allen girls' team was the state champion in 200304 and 20042005, becoming the first Texas boys' or girls' teams to repeat as state champions. His responsibilities include directing the Marching Band, Symphonic Winds, Concert Winds, and assisting with the Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band. A few years later, the family moved to Irving, Texas. He has danced at Alvin Ailey, Steps On Broadway, and many other reputable dance schools across the country. Westfield School District. He was also a freelance musician, performing with many community ensembles. The team's regular season record was 91 with an overall record of 132. In the spring of 2011, Allen High School's Rugby team was runner-up in the Division 2 State Championship in Houston Texas. rWIVkFNpJn+en~m`5?40r ,D+qI-1um0&Q((O501c8*%y~efD Texas Bandmasters Association Convention/Clinic July 26-28, 2018 HENRY B. GONZALEZ CONVENTION CENTER SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS . Any High School Tech School College Bachelor Masters Doctorate Experience Level (years) Less than 1 Year 1 to 2 Years 3 to 4 Years 5 to 6 Years 7 to 8 Years 9 to 10 Years 10 to 15 Years More than 15 Years Mr. Casillas was a member of the TCU Percussion Orchestra, a group that has won five total PASIC "Call for Tapes" competitions, the most prestigious award given to the top college percussion ensembles in the country. hTj@>awgo!1q!A[`KAR;,+>)b&q@ Born and raised in the Austin area, Mr. Peterman attended Dripping Springs ISD schools. Wunderlich became an outstanding band program.Klein Forest High School opened in 1979 with Bob Blanton, Paul Worosello, and Philip sharing teaching responsibilities. In May of 2005, the Spring ISD named the new theater at Westfield the Philip K. Geiger Performing Arts Center.In 2000, Philip was recognized by the Texas Bandmasters Association with their inaugural Meritorious Achievement Award. The Westfield "Big Red'' Marching Band earned five UIL 5/6A State Marching Band Championship awards and in 2003 was the BOA Grand National Marching Band Champion. 118 0 obj
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During his time at Cypress Woods, the band has received awards in both marching and concert band events at the regional, area, and state level. While at UT, he was a member of the the UT Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, and Trombone Choir. The WHS Symphonic Band is a sequential continuation of Concert Band. The first Allen High School, built in 1910 at the corner of Belmont and Cedar, was a two-story brick building housing six classrooms and an auditorium, and saw the first graduating class of eight students in 1914. Sponsored by Alpha Chapter - Phi Beta Mu. In his spare time he enjoys composing and has music published with Rowloff Productions. It enables students to make informed critical and aesthetic judgments, build self-assessment skills, and understand the historical and cultural influences of music. It is designed primarily to provide ninth through twelfth grade students with all aspects of reading, playing and understanding music at a level higher than Concert Band. The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1. Public school in Houston, Texas, United States, Westfield High School (Harris County, Texas). He then spent the next 14 years in Austin at McNeil High School where he conducted the concert band and instructed all aspects of percussion. Kevin Kwaku is currently the Director of Bands for the Belton High School band program. Houston, Texas 77090 #13,383-17,843 in National Rankings Reach out to Band Parent President Bob Gelinas or Vice President Kim Avery to see how you can get involved in the production of this great Westfield tradition. Houston, TX 77090-4213. He was a part of the 2018 TMEA Wind Ensemble performance, conducted by Jerry Junkin. TIMELY. Allen uses an 8:50a.m. to 4:10p.m. modified block schedule. 169 likes. The Westfield High School Band performs in the preliminaries of the Texas UIL 5A State Marching Band Contest on November 13, 1989 at ? +c|u\*3O\LV]rmIgypN$<8m]yQ''!hL*{"C {pD Hearing Leon Breedens North Texas Jazz Concerts every spring and fall as well as the Lake Highlands Band concerts, under the direction of Eddie Green, opened a new world to him. 6?^ jK{fB_"M /^BOG ^ Dpc . Mr. Casillas has enjoyed great success at Cypress Woods High School. Concert Bands under his direction have performed twice at the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago and have also performed at the Bands of America National Concert Band Festival multiple times. The fight song was based on "Go You Northwestern" ("Go Charlotte Trojans"), and the alma mater was the same song played at a very slow tempo. It was also a participant in the 1994 St. Patrick's Day Parade in Dublin, Ireland, being the only high school band chosen to play at the Dublin Lord Mayors Ball; the 1995 and 1999 Texas Gubernatorial Parades; and the 1997 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. it has also been a Pacemaker, finalist, five times. Westfield High School. 1 for band under the direction of Dr. Frederick Finnell was the culminating event of his high school career.With Mr. Souths encouragement and Mr. Joe Franks facilitation, a late May scholarship audition for the Southern Methodist Universitys School of Music and the Mustang Marching Band was arranged with the SMU Orchestra Conductor, James Rives-Jones and Mustang Marching Band Director Coach Irving Dreibrodt. He was also a member of the Longhorn Band, spending three years as a trumpet section leader and his final year of college as the drum major. The boys' program made it to the 1993, 1996 and 1997 regional finals. It builds upon the knowledge and technical skills acquired in previous instrumental ensembles. Philip saw his first real band instrument, an alto saxophone. Students are assessed in the spring of their eighth grade year to determine proper placement in the high school band program. Search for "Westfield High School" App Features: Events, News, Daily Bulletin, Photos, Staff Directory & Athletics. F2!r\)N;JZ?p"2bqg0>a^Z8/Jhj*XUe].Ev}wHUL@Kck~Bn/MH&t^A u`q0SAC.wellz
[u S After finishing the 2008 regular season with a record of 91, the Eagles beat South Grand Prairie, Coppell, Odessa Permian, Euless Trinity, Round Rock Stony Point, and Fort Bend Hightower in the state championship to earn their first-ever state title, making them Texas' Class 5A Div I State Champions. Special thanks to his mother who came to many performances no matter where in the United States it was and especially to his wife Sharon of forty-three years and his daughters Kristen and Katie for allowing him to work as a music educatorand of course, to the neighbor who opened the world of music to the little kid next door.Finally, Philip expresses his deep appreciation to the Phi Beta Mu Alpha Chapter for the honor of being inducted into Phi Beta Mu Texas Bandmasters Hall of Fame. The Westfield High School Band Booster Club is a non-profit organization that directly supports the WHS Big Red Band program and students. His professional affiliations include Texas Music Educators Association and Texas Bandmasters Association. During Philips tenure at Westfield, the program received both the John Philip Sousa Foundations Sudler Shield and Sudler Flag. Westfield High School 16713 Ella Blvd Houston, TX 77090 ( School attendance zone shown in map) Rating : 1/ 10 Bottom 50% Tel: (281) 891-7130 www.springisd.org SAVE SCHOOL Westfield High School serves 2,838 students in grades 9-12. As Polly tells it, she was surprised to see Philip walk away with a gold medal. AP course enrollment at AHS is 53%.[7]. In 2006 the varsity football team finished its season as the District 9-5A Champions by beating Plano East in the last game of the regular season, 2217. [4], In 1976, Spring High School 9th and 10th grade students were moved into a separate building called, "Spring High South." Assists with Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Winds, Concert Winds, and Concert Band. [16][17] It is the fifth largest high school stadium in the state, but the largest designed for the use of only one team. What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading? His primary clarinet instructors include Paula Corley and Steve Cohen. Symphonic Band students are expected to have reached a proficiency level on their instruments conducive to playing level III music. After about $10 million in structural and design repairs by Pogue Construction and PBK (neither the district nor the Allen citizens having to pay anything extra), Allen's stadium was officially reopened on June 5, 2015, for its Class of 2015 graduation and allowed the varsity football team to once again host home games.[21]. The Westfield High School Marching band from Houston, Texas competing in the 1989 UIL Texas State 5A Marching Band Competition. The graduation rate of Westfield High School is 79%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%. Allen, TX 75002, This page was last edited on 2 March 2023, at 00:40. With the assistance of fellow directors that include Bill Watson, Frank Troyka, Mickey Vasquez, Diane Vasquez and Trent Cooper, the Symphonic Band earned the distinction of being selected as the TMEA Honor Band twice. While at Westfield, he earned a chair in the TMEA All-State Band and was named an Outstanding Soloist at the UIL State Solo and Ensemble Contest in Austin. Every fellow director, color guard instructor, marching band design and composition contributor, percussion specialist, private lesson teacher, central and campus administrator, parent volunteer and the thousands of wonderful students who shared their time and talent helped shape the shared music experiences. Donations can be made by check made out to WHSBPA (Westfield High School Band Parents Association) and sent to the attention of Chris Vitale, Director of Bands, Before coming to Cypress Woods, Mr. Byers was a Marching Instructor for Westwood High School and Westlake High School. Rivals High School rankings, and they were ranked #5 by MaxPreps poll. During his time at Dripping Springs High School, he was a three-time All-State Musician and Drum Major for the band. The fi. We hope to develop an attitude of success while striving to focus each students skills and abilities to the common good of the band. He studied music education and instrumental pedagogy with Mr. John Benzer and saxophone with Mr. Dan Gelok. He has also choreographed for 19 other color/winter guards including junior high, high school, and independent groups. Since then the bands at Spillane have been consistent sweepstakes winning bands and has also advanced to the area round of the state honor band competition. The district has different attendance boundary maps for each level: elementary, middle, and high school. Westfield High School's student population of 2,838 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years. endstream
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During Philip's tenure at Westfield, the program received both the John Philip Sousa Foundation's Sudler Shield and Sudler Flag. The team placed second in the 200910 State Championship and was a quarterfinalist at the National Championships. The goal of the WHS Band Program is for every Westfield Band member to develop a lifelong appreciation for the value of music. 46% of Westfield High School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races. (281) 891-7130. Then, in the 201718 season, Allen boys won its first state championship in the school's history. Justin Outten - Former Assistant Football Head Coach, now Denver Broncos Offensive Coordinator. He pointed to the case and asked the random boy, Whats that? My instrument, replied the band member. Westfield High School Unclaimed. In the four years he was at Wunderlich, with the help of Tony Lewis, Peter Warshaw, Steve and Linda Ruff, and a group of marvelous private lesson teachers, the program grew and improved. He was awarded his Master of Music degree from the University of Texas at Austin, where he studied trombone performance with Nathaniel Brickens. We hope to instill a strong sense of self-discipline, self-motivation, and an inner drive for excellence as well as to provide students with memorable musical experiences through participation in our performing ensembles. What is the graduation rate of Westfield High School? 99 0 obj
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Mr. Harrington has been a member of both The Texas Bandmasters Association and The Texas Music Educators Association since 1986 and is a member of the Alpha Chapter of Phi Beta Mu. [3] [4] Spring High School, which serves grades 9 through 12, is a part of the Spring Independent School District. We are a 501c3 organization which supports all 10 performing ensembles that make up the Westfield High School Bands. The school received a D grade in two domains, Student Achievement (score of 68) and Closing the Gaps (score of 64), and a C grade in School Progress (score of 70). The Westfield Big Red'' Marching Band earned five UIL 5/6A State Marching Band Championship awards and in 2003 was the BOA Grand National Marching Band Champion. In 2005 he opened Spillane Middle School and remained there until 2017 when he moved to Cypress Woods. Spring High School is a public high school located in the Spring census-designated place in unincorporated Harris County, Texas, United States. In 2009, Westfield 9th grade students were moved back into the main campus. In addition, he has been a conductor at the Sam Houston State University Band Camp since 1998. A viral TikTok video of a high school marching band drummer performing inside a gyroscope has impressed the master of stunt drumming, Tommy Lee. What grades does Westfield High School offer ? The 110-member band plans to perform "The Dark Horse" this season, which has a focus of underdogs winning . With his encouragement, Philip entered into a city-wide classical music competition during which Philip would have to correctly identify the name of the piece and the composer. While at the University of Texas at Austin, he performed in the Wind Ensemble under the direction of Jerry Junkin, as well as the Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Gerhardt Zimmermann, and has been Principal Clarinet in both ensembles. 2021 by Belton Marching 100. Public school AHS also provides Advanced Placement, Dual Credit, and elective courses. . While at Dean Middle School, he was named the 2003 Teacher of the Year and was listed in Who's Who Among America's Teachers for 2003 and 2005. Their show includes Berlioz . She is active at the couple's church. Adam attends the University of Houston as a music education major. According to state test scores, 25% of students are at least proficient in math and 22% in reading. Their daughter Amber resides in San Antonio where she is working towards a nursing assistant certification. Prior instrumental music experience is required. Westfield High School is a high school located in unincorporated Harris County, Texas, United States, near Houston. In 2018, the building was partly demolished and replaced with a new building on an adjacent plot of land on Greenville Ave. District: Spring Independent School District (ISD) SchoolDigger Rank: 1666th of 1,876 Texas High Schools. He worked and helped out at A1 Texas Tint, his . The 2012 season marked the beginning of a record-setting win streak for the Eagles. On the day of competition, Polly took young Philip down to a coliseum filled with young music enthusiasts. Philip completed twenty-three years as Director of Bands at Westfield High School. endstream
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He was a performing member of the UT Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony, and Symphony Orchestra. The Allen Eagles wrestling team won the THSCA dual state tournament in the 200809 season, defeating the defending UIL state champions Randall High School. In the 201314 season Allen High School's basketball program went to the state championship for the first time in 50 years. Students are assessed to determine proper placement in the high school band program. [11] Westfield High School's attendance boundary covers the southwestern area of the district.[12]. Mr. Casillas is a graduate of Texas Christian University where he received his Bachelor's Degree in music education. 2023-24 Instructional Calendar (PDF) Calendario de Instruccin 2023-24 (PDF) 2022-23 Instructional Calendar (PDF) Because of the incredible work done by middle school directors like Bill Watson, Charlotte Royal, Rick Ghinelli, Gloria Ramirez, Diane Vasquez, Delic Loyde, Jodie Rhodes, David Brandon and Sharon Kalisek, the band program at Westfield flourished. The district also plans to establish one ninth grade center for each comprehensive high school. The goal of Concert Band is to develop an artistically informed student, knowledgeable of musical terminology, symbols, history, and to help him/her become technically competent on his/her instrument, self-assessing his/her own progress and performance. Performing Festive Overture and Russian Christmas. 137 were here. The school did not receive any of the seven possible distinction designations.[10]. 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