Earlier this week we had our first middle grades and upper grades awards ceremonies of the school year. Congratulations to the band students on great performances and to all of the students that received awards for academics and character!

Last week two bands from WHEELS performed at the annual Johnny Pacheco Latin Music and Jazz Festival. We're grateful for the opportunity to perform at this educational festival, to hear other bands perform, and to receive excellent feedback from festival director Mr. Allan Molnar and festival guests.

Some WHEELS music students took the initiative to form their own band and book professional gigs, including a weekly gig at a restaurant on 173rd street!