Ms. Kirby and I want to extend our heartfelt congratulations to:

• Tarini K. and Aaron W., who won seats in this year’s St. Louis High School All-Suburban Orchestra.

• Kaya M. and Alan S. who won seats in this year’s Missouri All-State Orchestra.

• Aaron W., who also placed in this year’s St. Charles County Youth Symphony Concerto Competition.

If we missed any All-Suburban (middle school or high school), All-State, or SYCCO Concerto Competition winners, please let us know, so that you can be recognized!

We recognize that doing well in any event like these is not something that can be done by last-minute preparation, but rather is the result of consistent dedication, and steady improvement over many years, which certainly deserves to be applauded.

With so many more opportunities for students coming up this spring, we can’t wait to see all that you will accomplish! It truly is rewarding and motivating to see what started as seeds of musical ability being nurtured, developing, and flourishing.