Elementary and middle school music students were recognized at the Wantagh Board of Education meeting on June 4 for their participation in the NYSSMA Majors festival.

The music adjudication took part on June 2 and 3 at Adelphi University. The Wantagh Elementary School band, under the direction of Jack Schiefer, received a gold rating, signifying that an ensemble has demonstrated an outstanding level of technical and artistic skill. Wantagh Middle School’s seventh grade band, led by Susan Babcock, took part in a music workshop with adjudicators. 

Mr. Schiefer, Ms. Babcock and Director of Fine and Performing Arts and Business Education Kelly Jones announced the students from each ensemble and presented certificates.