On behalf of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) and the Music Honor Society Advisory Council, it is with sincere congratulations that we recognize Princeton High School Tri M Chapter 6264 as the winner of the 2021 2022 State Tri M Chapter of the Year Award for Ohio! We thank you for your outstanding contribution to your music program, to your school, and to your entire community.
Congratulations! The NAMM Foundation has recognized your Princeton City School District for the outstanding efforts of teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community leaders who are making music part of a well rounded education for every child in their communities. We salute the commitment of your community, so every child can learn and grow with music.
Princeton High School was named Tri M® Music Honor Society State Chapter of the Year!
Best Communities for Music Education Award
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Trumpet
Sam Van Buren
Tenor Saxophone
Robbie Bloom Jr
Jazz Studio
Trumpet
Max Schutte
Sean Stephens Nathan Young Trombone Connor
Guitar Madeline Jacobs Bass
Cortez Fairbanks Jack McDaniel
SHigginscottLawson
Percussion
Alto Saxophone
Delaney Benjamin
Jazz Lab
Baritone Saxophone
Emily Johnson
Alto Saxophone
Myel Whitener
Percussion
Charles Robenalt
Gavin Castator Bass
Mr. Kyle Phillips, Director
Declan McGrath
Jacob White Trombone
Shyloh Crutcher
Josh Carter Olivia Kenny Tyler Tracey
Amir Chapman Elijah Fitzpatrick Piano Jack Baker
ArielLincolnMaverickAsariBarnetteScaggsStephens
Emily Emery Caleb Thompson
Cristobal Parrales Carreno
Dominic Cruz Galan
Grace Perkins
Hunter Bloom
Ria Henry
Baritone Saxophone
Erick
KatelynMatteaHerreraJohnsonTracey
Ella Janssens
Harlee Fetick
Layla Frazier
Cole Heaton
Tenor Saxophone
Leah Emery
Mr. Andrew Fermier, Director
Max Sewall Piano Grant Gatlin Victoria Smith Guitar
Parker Evans Mallory Green
Guitar Parker Gatlin Bass
Mr. Todd Leonhardt, Director
Reagan Logsdon
Ryan Benjamin
Trombone Steven BraxtonJoelAidanMorganHigginsHoogKennyMesserWilliams
Jazz Ensemble
Drums
Micah Rogers
Baritone Saxophone
Trumpet Nicholas Brandt
Zach Burns
Mitchell Kessler
Alto Saxophone
Taylor Aven
Layla Cato
Dyson Hinsey
Tenor Saxophone
Kindall Benjamin Carly Nagel
Leah Bracknell
Carson McDaniel
Jacob Culter
Jose Cruz
Piano Amanda Tulloss
Andrew Fermier began his collegiate career as a Jazz Studies saxophone major at the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music before transferring to the Ohio State University, graduating with a Bachelor of the Arts in Music. Mr. Fermier has studied saxophone from local legend and CCM faculty Rick VanMatre, as well as Columbus musicians Shawn Wallace, Pete Mills, and Capital University faculty member Dr Michael Cox
In addition to teaching at Princeton, he is a member of the trumpet section in the Southwest Ohio Symphonic Band. In his spare time, Mr. Phillips enjoys cooking, spending time with his nieces and nephews, and exploring Cincinnati
Directors
This is Mr. Fermier’s second year in the Princeton City School District, having previously taught at Evendale Elementary School. Mr. Fermier began his musical journey as a 4th grade trumpet player in the Philadelphia area His family moved to Chicago while he was in middle school, and it is here that his passion for music really took off. While living in Chicago, a deep love of jazz was born and relationships were built with several key teachers who would prove to be lifelong musical mentors. Mr. Fermier has maintained a steady performing schedule over the years, beginning as a teenager, playing in small jazz groups, rock bands, horn driven funk groups, large jazz ensembles, and continues to perform with a prominent Columbus based fusion group. In his spare time, Mr. Fermier enjoys spending time with his wife, 3 boys, and dog.
Todd Leonhardt has enjoyed twenty seven years as a music educator Before he joined the Princeton Team of music educators, he spent eleven years in the Fairfield City School District. Mr. Leonhardt earned his Bachelor's Degree in Education from the University of Akron and his Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from Miami University, Oxford His current teaching responsibilities include Jazz Ensemble, Scarlet Band, Band 6, Band 7, and Band 8 He was the recipient of the Princeton Board of Education Dream Keeper Award in 2017.
Mr. Leonhardt enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. He is blessed to have a family that all share in the passion of making music Mr Leonhardt and his wife co direct a community steel drum band named Divine Steel
Kyle Phillips is currently in his thirteenth year of teaching, with the last ten spent at Princeton City Schools Mr Phillips received his Bachelor of Music Education degree from Miami University in 2010 and is currently completing coursework to earn his Masters of Music Education degree, also from Miami University. Currently, Mr. Phillips teaches Jazz 7, Jazz 8, Jazz Lab, Band 6, General Music, Gray Band, Basketball Band, and is the director of the Pride of Princeton Marching Band
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*The Princeton Music Boosters honor the memory of Joan Meier by naming one of their membership levels in her name She was a Princeton Music Teacher (1960 1995), Leader, Colleague, Advocate, Visionary, and Friend She oversaw the development of the Princeton music program into one worthy of state and national recognition Under her leadership Princeton music educators were empowered to develop superior programs, which has enabled tens of thousands of students to experience a comprehensive education in music.
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Fondly known as "Mother Meier,” choirs under her direction consistently received Superior ratings. Her service to the music profession was recognized in many ways throughout her career, including statewide office and receipt of the OMEA Distinguished Service Award. Her legacy of high achievement and commitment to music education remain an integral part of the education program in the Princeton City School District.
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Heather and Sean Hurley
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1965 Vernon & Evelyn Robey
1986 Ralph & Janet Colegrove
1959 Bud & Louise Rouff
1979 Joe & Sheila Boggs
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1990 Walt & Susan Wyder
As we celebrate our 65th anniversary, we would like to acknowledge all the past presidents whose legacy we carry on.
1962 Dr. Clarence & Vera Tarzwell
2017 Jodi Kessler
1992 Ray & Janet Dehner
1961 Charles & Ilo Zimmer
2007 Tricia Ettinger
2004 Cindy Mullin
1998 Ed & Jill Dahmann
2009 Gail Moore
1997 Margaret Archangel David Heck
1989 Walt & Susan Wyder
2011 Norman Coleman III
2012 Amy Rohrer
1967 Harry & Virginia Angel
1969 Geroge & Marian Wrenn (Shirley Flynn)
1984 Bob & Donna Knopp
1976 Bill & Sandy Story
1958 Edward & Betty Carstens
1973 Robert & Betty J Taylor
2013 Scot Neisel
1964 Charles & Rosemary Cole
1960 George & Pearl Parsley
2022 Tom Benjamin
2005 Barb Fillion
1987 Tom & Sarah Hinkle
2001 John Troyer
2006 Barb Fillion
2015 Jodi Kessler
2014 Nadja Preston & Janet Maine
1981 Mike & Wanda Moore
1968 Harry & Bettye Braus
1972 Otto & Edna Graff
1963 Harold & Marion Warren
2002 Niki Keyser
1993 Susie Hart
2018 Jodi Kessler
1985 Ted & Sylvia Evans
1966 Frank & Mary Northrup
1999 Samuel & Jackie Wofford
2019 Matt Gardner
1982 Dale & Janet Duermit
1994 James & Betty Leffue
2020 Matt Gardner
1980 Al & Doris Wallace
2008 Terri Rutz
2003 Claire Conley
1970 Frank & Shirley Auciello (Wilbur McClure)
2021 Tom Benjamin
1971 Shirley Flynn (Edna Graff)
2000 Cheryl Baldwin
1974 John & Jo Brooker
1995 Susan & George Spears 1996 Sherryl Sommer
1978 James & Marlene Cole
2010 Monica Mazzone
2016 Jodi Kessler
1983 Bob & Donna Knopp
1975 Milan & Alice Gorby
1977 Jim & Margaret Squires
1988 Mike & Sandy Wilhelm
1991 Ed & Cindy Stephens
Mr. Jon Simons Vice President
Administrators and Staff
L i n c o l n H e i g h t s
Mrs. Susan Wyder - President
D r . M a r i P h i l l i p s M r . R o n B o l l m e r
P C M S P r i n c i p a l
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We would like to thank
Mrs. Mary Cleveland Mrs. Jodi Kessler Mrs. Gina Moore
Elementary Music Staff
The Princeton City School District Board of Education
U n i f o r m M a n a g e r A u d i t o r i u m M a n a g e r
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