The beginning of a new school year changes the rhythm of family life. Summer’s flexible days give way to alarm clocks, school buses, homework, practices, lessons, and earlier bedtimes. Suddenly, everyone needs to be somewhere at a particular time. That transition can feel hectic. However, it also provides a great opportunity to establish new routines.…

Check out this fun 3-month writing event at my favorite online community, Writing.com. It’s designed to get you writing that novel, memoir, musical, nonfiction manuscript, screenplay, or other long-form written work you’ve been thinking about or were planning for NaNoWriMo. Maybe it’s your year to pull it off! (Don’t worry, the event is free!) The…

Our latest MTMS recital playlist is ready! Take some time to enjoy performances from our students. Help us celebrate all the work they put into preparing and recording their music. We are proud of everyone who participated, and we hope you enjoy the show!

Fast, Loud, and Perfectly in Sync: What Students Noticed About Drum Corps Our students explored the exciting world of drum corps during this month’s Music Lab theme. They listened, watched, and learned about the different sections that bring a performance together. One observation appeared again and again: these musicians play fast! However, speed was only…

What Is a Rock Opera? Some songs tell a story. A rock opera tells an entire story through music. Instead of following a traditional stage musical, a rock opera unfolds through a collection of connected songs. Each track moves the plot forward, develops characters, or explores emotions. The result feels more like reading a novel…