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Matthews students earn placements in area and All-Virginia bands; art contest winners recognized

Matthews County Public Schools Board · March 17, 2026

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The board recognized music students selected for area, district and All-Virginia bands — including Hunter Owens advancing as first chair contraalto clarinet — and presented awards for the Matthews 250 poster contest; student projects from the Chesapeake Bay Governor's School were also showcased.

The Matthews County School Board highlighted recent student accomplishments during its March 17 meeting, recognizing music and visual-arts achievements and a student research project.

Music director Mark Given reported numerous students qualifying for junior and senior area bands and six students…

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