My name is Heather Foister, and I direct SHS Musical Productions at Somerset High School in Somerset, KY. Over time, it has been such a joy to see our students graduate and succeed in their endeavors. In recent years, I’ve discovered an even greater joy: watching former students return and […]
James D. Adams Middle School in Prestonsburg, KY was the recipient of the Peter R. Marsh Foundation grant and from that planned a day to perform for and visit with elders in our community.
From the website: “The Grantee and their middle school music students (within grades 5-9 only) are […]
One of my passions is teaching percussion ensemble. Though it is sometimes viewed as a frivolity, or an un-needed addition to a instrumental program, I believe it is a great way for students to not only gain a more in-depth knowledge of the percussion discipline, but also better understand global […]
Submitted by Audrey Worrell
Clark-Moores Middle School
Madison County Schools
Fall 2025 Recap and Upcoming Events!
7th and 8th grade Bands had a fall concert in October.
We had 5 students who were part of the MCHS Marching Band and finished 4th place at KMEA Marching Band State Championships in Class 5A.
8th Grade Band performed […]
Submitted by Carla Prather, Simons Middle School
Fleming County Schools
Grades 6th -8th
Simons Middle School is excited to present its spring performance of The Wizard of Oz, featuring an incredible cast of 60 students from grades 6 through 8. This production marks Carla Prather’s 18th musical/play as […]
Submitted by Lena Williams, Summit Elementary School
Boyd County Public Schools
Grades K-5
Each January, students in grades 2–5 bring their Chromebooks and headphones to the music room for a special technology-based music lesson. (No headphones? No problem. I always have extras.) During class, I introduce students to online […]
Submitted by Caitlin Salyer, Paintsville Elementary School
Paintsville Independent School District
Grades K-6
Every year at Paintsville Elementary, students create floats for their annual Christmas Parade. Students work on these from the beginning of October to December in STEAM class.
This year, Mrs. Salyer used Google Gemini […]
Submitted by Tony Barrett
Lee County Middle High School
Grades 6-12
Have you ever read “The Little Engine That Could”? Through belief, perseverance, and an unwavering goal, the little engine proved that determination can overcome any obstacle. As it turns out, that story became a powerful […]
Submitted by Brittany Johnson
Science Hill Independent School
Grades K-8
At Science Hill School, we are proud to share the wonderful ways our After School Choir Program made up of enthusiastic 5th through 8th grade students—has been spreading joy throughout our community this holiday season.
Recently, […]
Submitted by Angie Criss, Catlettsburg Elementary
Boyd County Schools
Grades K-5
Students at Catlettsburg Elementary presented a Veteran’s Day celebration for families and veterans on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Mrs. Criss, librarian and music teacher, worked with students in kindergarten through fifth grade on songs and […]
