Bill > SJR75

This joint resolution commends the Midlothian High School music program for receiving the prestigious Blue Ribbon Award from the Virginia Music Educators Association (VMEA) during the 2024-2025 school year. This award is the highest honor for music programs in Virginia, recognizing schools that achieve superior ratings across all five assessment performances for band, orchestra, and chorus. The resolution highlights the program's consistent excellence, noting that this marks the 11th time Midlothian High School has earned this award and its 24th designation as a Virginia Honor Band, an achievement presented by the Virginia Band & Orchestra Directors Association (VBODA), a subsidiary of the VMEA. The resolution also acknowledges the positive impact of music programs on student development, including academic performance, self-esteem, and confidence, and expresses admiration for the dedication of the Midlothian High School music staff in fostering music education and guiding students.

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SJ75