About Plano Senior High School Band
On behalf of the Grammy Award-winning Plano Band Program, we welcome you to one of the most exciting, diverse, and historically music rich programs in the nation. We are proud of our program-it’s past, present, and future-with its foundation built on the greatest pride, tradition, music, and friendships. We wish every Plano Band student and parent a year filled with incredible shared experiences and life long memories.
Plano Senior High School Mission Statement:
The mission of Plano Senior High School is to graduate individuals prepared to function with integrity in a rapidly changing world.
Plano Senior High School Band Mission Statement:
The mission of the Plano Senior High School Band is to help students develop personal skills that lead to success; to develop in each student an appreciation of the art of music; to teach techniques of musical expression; to develop knowledge and skills in listening to all styles of music and in reading and performing all styles of music; to teach performance skills that help students realize their individual musical potentials.
PROGRAM GOALS: Students will develop the following skills and concepts:
- Self-confidence, self-worth, self-discipline, responsibility; and dependable behavior.
- Motivation, trust, integrity, ownership, honesty, and human connection.
- Teamwork, collaboration, patience, perseverance, dedication, and commitment.
- Critical thinking, clear and high expectations, planning, adaptation, assessment, accountability, and consistent work ethic.
- Respect for others and understanding of others.
- A high degree of music listening and reading skills encompassing: rhythm, tonality, tone, texture, articulation, melody, harmony, dynamics, meter, tempo, scales and arpeggios, and the ability to be versatile to any given musical circumstance.
- The ability to work cooperatively with others toward the performance of music in and with the ensemble.
- A high level of quality artistry through individual musical awareness, control, precision, and technical facility.
- Respect for and proper use of facilities, uniforms, and equipment.
- Pride and loyalty to the ensemble, the organization, our school and our community.
PLANO SENIOR HIGH BAND STAFF
Jason Lewis
Director of Bands
Ph: 469-752-9398, Email: jason.lewis@pisd.edu
Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, Honors Band, Finances, Band Trip, Fundraising, Publicity, Private Lessons, Banquet, Hospitality (food)
Michael Hernandez
Associate Director of Bands
Ph: 469-752-9399, Email: michael.hernandez@pisd.edu
Symphonic Band & Concert Band 2, Percussion Program, Website, Student Lockers, Contest Entries
Jacob Diewald
Associate Director of Bands
Ph: 469-752-9397
Email: jacob.diewald@pisd.edu
Concert Band 1, Jazz Band 1 & 2, Website, School-Owned Instruments, Instrument Usage Fees
Gerardo Chavero
Colorguard / Winterguard Instructor
Email: chaverogjr@gmail.com
PLANO CLUSTER FEEDER SCHOOL DIRECTORS
Clark High School
Jacob Kennedy, Director of Bands
Anna Rutherford, Associate Director of Bands
Gerardo Chavero, Colorguard Instructor
Tex Bosley, Assistant Percussion Coordinator
Vines High School
Jonathan Cao, Director of Bands
Chris Martin, Associate Director of Bands
Sarah Gutierrez, Colorguard Instructor
Tex Bosley, Assistant Percussion Coordinator
Haggard Middle School
Judi Altstatt, Director of Bands
Corey Anderson, Associate Director of Bands
Hendrick Middle School
Edgar Jaime, Director of Bands
Lauren Pittner, Associate Director of Bands
Carpenter Middle School
Deborah Salinas, Director of Bands
Lauren Pittner, Associate Director of Bands
Schimelpfenig Middle School
Ben Altom, Director of Bands
Michael Scott, Associate Director of Bands
Wilson Middle School
Kristin May, Director of Bands
Gillian Quiggle, Associate Director of Bands
PSHS ADMINISTRATION
PISD Superintendent, Theresa Williams
PISD Director of Fine Arts, TBD
PISD Instrumental Music Coordinator, Jeremy Kondrat
PSHS Principal, Jeff Banner
PSHS Associate Principal Curriculum Director, Coryn Prince
PSHS Associate Principal Student Activities, Andy Jacob
