The following were recipients of awards given
at the 2009 OMEA Conference.

Congratulations and thank you for your support of music education in the State of Oregon.

Excellence in Elementary Music Education

In recognition of commitment to teaching children through music
Suzanne Light, General Music   See Award
Irving Elementary, Bethel School District, Eugene

Exemplary Service to Music Education

In recognition of support and commitment to Oregon music education
Marlan Carlson, Chair, Music Department    See Award
Oregon State University

John C. McManus Distinguished Teacher

In honor of a lifetime of service to music education and in recognition of highly distinguished professional accomplishment.
Ben Brooks, Director of Bands and Orchestras    See Award
Reynolds High School

Outstanding Administrator Award

In recognition of outstanding contributions to music education through administrative support
Peyton Chapman, Principal    See Award
Lincoln High School, Portland School District

Outstanding Contributor Award

In recognition of significant contributions to the Oregon Music Educators Association
Janet Stewart, Assistant to the Dean    See Award
University of Oregon, School of Music

Outstanding Music Educator

In recognition of exemplary teaching in music education
Jim Howell, Director of Bands    See Award
La Grande High School
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OMEA Service Award

In recognition of service to the Oregon Music Educators Association
Pat Vandehey, Director of Bands, OMEA President 2004-06    See Award
George Fox University