Awards and Accolades
The GPFAA Jazz program consistently wins regional jazz competitions as well as twice being recognized nationally by the Mark of Excellence National Jazz Honors competition. In '23 being named a Commended Winner and in '24 being named a National Winner. Both awards being the first of their kind for a GPISD MS band program.
Additionally -
- Recognized for musical excellence with both middle school and high school ensembles at multiple jazz festivals
- Founded the GPFAA Jazz Invitational featuring outstanding groups from across the DFW Metroplez
- Hosting and performing with recognized professional artists and groups annually
- Individual student musicians recognized for outstanding ability through placement in the TMEA All-Region and All-State Jazz Ensembles each year
- Yearly travel to festivals locally and abroad
- Graduates currently enrolled and studying music at the college and university level