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Scholar of the Week
Week of 10/10/22
Ms. Zephany Corpening
"Never give up on something that you cannot go a day without thinking about." ZC
Ms. Zephany Corpening is an amazing scholar in the Marching Band of Thunder. As the low brass section leader, she is an example of how one can lead by example and with some joy at the same time. Her section looks up to her and follows her directions with care as she models like a true leader. Zephany can be seen busting 90's while marching, chanting over all others, and playing her music to perfection. She takes pride as a role model and works hard to be a super academic scholar with high grade marks.
Zephany is a member of the Jazz Band of Thunder and the Concert Band of Thunder. Most do not know that Zephany is a fluent piano player and has a recital coming up in the near future. She also has her own graphics business and her products are at the highest level. She stands out and stands tall in the world of her peers. Zephany is a true example of, "Dreams do not work, unless you do!"
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Scholar of the Week
10/3/22
Jason "Chameleon" Whiteside
"Hard work pays off!" JW
Our scholar of the week goes to Jason Whiteside. Jason is one of the most dedicated members of the MBOT. Jason is very consistent, daily. He is always on time for rehearsal. He is always prepared and dressed out properly with his goals aligned. He is always focused and very serious about making superior music. Most do not know that Jason plays the tenor saxophone and other instruments, such as the marimbas and the timpani. Oh yeah, he also plays the drumset for the Jazz Band of Thunder, where he has performed for Governor Ray Cooper and Phi Mu Alpha Professional Music Fraternity. Jason follows the chain of command with care and can be seen everyday, walking directly in, cleaning up his section's area, then getting ready for rehearsal. He is helpful to those that he sees in need and a leader as the Drum Captain of the MBOT, where he plays fourth bass drum. Jason is a member of Ice Cold and a proud one at that!
Jason, you are a scholar beyond scholars. You are brave, caring, kind, focused, determined, and preparing yourself properly for the real world. Stand tall, push your shoulders back, you are a prime example of, "Dreams do not work, unless you do!" Thank you for being you, I believe it is called, 'AMAZING'!
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Scholars of the Week
Week of 9/26/22
MBOT Pantherettes
"The race is not given to the swift, but to the one that endores to the end!"
This was the first week that the girls had offical cuts from the performance. This was a hard week for them, but they came out on top with a lot of grace. By holding your heads up high, giving it all that you had, and continuing to push yourself towards excellence is the way to find success in the real world. I am proud of your actions and care of one another and also, the respect that was shared between each of you. I am proud to have this squad represent the MBOT for this school year. Your attention to detail will grow and you will be more dynamic as the days pass us by. Way to be dynamic at what you do. Way to be respectful at what you do. Way to be a role model at what you do. Way to be superior! This week, we honor all 16 members of the Pantherettes. This will be the best squad that Dudley High School has seen in a very long time. You girls rock. Panther Pride!! You all are the reason that we know, 'Dreams do not work, unless you do'!
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Scholars of the Week (Two Scholars this Week)
Week 8/22/22
Ms. Johnae Fountain
Johnae 'Flute" Fountain can be heard over top of the marching band playing her piccolo, which she rarely misses a note. She makes that instrument sing! Johnae is a determined scholar as she is focused and takes the time needed in order to increase her talents on all levels. She is very dedicated when it comes to the things that she is involved in as a member. She is a role model for other scholars as she is consistently seen coming directly into the band room, no horseplay, immediately getting her instrument out in order to be prepared for rehearsal. It is exciting to think about her future and the many people she will lead to success. Johnae is a superior example that dreams do not work unless you do. Thank you for your great contributions and your wonderful attitude, Johnae, you move mountains.
Mr. JahReak Haskins
"Push hard to achieve your dreams and never give up." JH
JahReak is a saxophone player in the MBOT. He joined last year not knowing how to play an instrument or how to march. His growth has been amazing, as now, he will out play the best and also, out march them. He now plays with confidence and strength. He performs for his family on special occasions and he plays songs that I did not teach him with great clarity. JahReak is a major contributor to the MBOT on his instrument and with his superior attitude. He is a super hard worker with very superior self-motivation. He has a drive to find out information on his own and does not wait for others to find it for him. He is smart, brave, confident, and amazing. Jahreak is a prime example that dreams do not work, unless you do! We are proud of you, JahReak, one of the scholars of the week.
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Scholar of the Week
Week 8/15/22
Ms. Jay Terry
"There's no straighter road to success than exceeding expectations one day at a time." Robin Crow
Jay Terry is a new tuba player in the MBOT. Jay has been a very dedicated scholar ever since she arrived. She has been seen pulling and dragging that huge tuba case around campus in order to get settled somewhere to practice her craft. Jay was selected to be the scholar of the week because at times, she was holding the tuba section down on her own while the other one was off working on his piano skills for jazz band. Jay is a focused scholar, very respectful, and cares a great deal about others. Her dedication is shown as I have seen her walking to band rehearsal with a purpose and early. Congratulations scholar, you are a true example of the statement, "Dreams do not work, unless you do!"
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Scholar of the Week
BAND CAMP WEEK 8/1/2022
Ms. Zoe Lindsay
"Don't just wish for it, work for it!" ZL
Zoe is a member of the Pantherettes for this school year. She is a true example of perseverance as she first auditioned in March, but missed the cut off by just a point or two. Zoe never gave up and continued to practice at home in hopes that the Pantherettes would have one more audition. Well, her dream came true as she was able to audition again in July and was awarded a position on the squad. Since her arrival, she has been a consistent member and her hard work has been noticed by the staff, parents/guardians, and her peers. Zoe is a true example that tells us all, "Dreams do not work, unless you do!" Way to go, Zoe! You are superior!
