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.  Click on the recipient's name to read the nomination.

Excellence in Elementary Music Education

In recognition of commitment to teaching children through music

Suzanne Light , General Music

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

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

Reynolds High School

 

Outstanding Administrator Award

In recognition of outstanding contributions to music education through administrative support

Peyton Chapman , Principal

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

University of Oregon, School of Music

 

Outstanding Music Educator

In recognition of exemplary teaching in music education

Jim Howell , Director of Bands

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

George Fox University