Selected to prestigious program

Mineola School District congratulates high school junior Michael Jimenez on being selected to play euphonium for the prestigious Colts Drum & Bugle Corps. Only 165 musicians are invited to join the program each year. This is the second consecutive year that Michael has been selected for his honor.

Michael’s Colts membership requires traveling to Dubuque, Iowa for monthly rehearsal camps and a five-week Spring

Training starting in May. Once the season begins, the Colts will perform at over 20 competitions at stadiums throughout the country, culminating with the Drum Corps International (DCI) finals in Indianapolis, Indiana from Aug. 10-12.

The Colts Drum & Bugle Corps is one of 22 DCI World Class groups in the country. These are considered among the world’s most elite and exclusive marching ensembles.