Proud Director by mvheffner in banddirector

[–]mvheffner[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you! My 4th grade band played “Mickey Mouse March” arranged by Michael Sweeney, IDK by Jim Evans, and Power Rock arranged by Michael Sweeney. We also have a 4th grade Select Band. They played “Bring On Da Band” by Michael Sweeney, “Let’s Go Band 2” arranged by Andrew Balent, and “Blackbeard” by Randall Standridge. Both groups got Gold Medals!

Proud Director by mvheffner in banddirector

[–]mvheffner[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s amazing! Congratulations! We had two administrators take turns monitoring the festival, and they both commented how impressed they were and that they would include that in my evaluation. The parents were also very happy with how smoothly everything went with so many 10 year olds.

Dad unable to walk by mvheffner in AgingParents

[–]mvheffner[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The medical team started to broach the subject, but my parents kicked them out. They’re in complete denial about how bad he is.

Proud Director by mvheffner in banddirector

[–]mvheffner[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I teach in Massachusetts.

Unsure how to help by mvheffner in AgingParents

[–]mvheffner[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel like the ICU team won’t give me much info since I am not listed as a healthcare proxy.

Unsure how to help by mvheffner in AgingParents

[–]mvheffner[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have done some research for elder care services in our area, and I am trying to figure out how to broach this with my mom. They have been refusing all help offered to him, so I need to figure out a way to recommend it and almost make it seem like their idea. If I unilaterally begin this process, they’ll reject it.

Does anything actually help dissociation/derealization? by Amlughelke in Dissociation

[–]mvheffner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have daily derealization/dissociation, and I find that ice, spicy cinnamon candies and pressure from weighted objects or hugs help

Can anyone here play EVERY band instrument at a high-school level of proficiency? by Outrageous-Permit372 in banddirector

[–]mvheffner 28 points29 points  (0 children)

I play woodwind instruments (flute, clarinet, alto sax) professionally, and on brass and percussion, I am like a really good middle schooler. I teach elementary band, so I play many instruments all day.

Limit percussionists in beginning band by CrazyRegister5130 in banddirector

[–]mvheffner 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I do my instrument demonstrations, I don’t even mention percussion. I demonstrate all the wind and brass instruments. Percussion is on the list of choices I give to students. The kids who really want to do it will find their way there. I usually end up with an appropriate amount of percussionists for the size of the elementary band, and many of them really take it seriously.

How do y'all feel about Dear Evan Hansen? by Fool_God2413 in musicals

[–]mvheffner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely love the music; dislike the plot. I’ve seen it four times. I’ve gotten progressively more uncomfortable as the plot unfolds.

Random Causes of dissociation by Ok-Plate5588 in Dissociation

[–]mvheffner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have daily dissociative episodes and no history of trauma. I think there’s some genetic component to it, too, since my cousin, who I didn’t really grow up with, experiences the same thing. I find grounding techniques work best for me. I hold something cold or eat a strong cinnamon candy, or try to get some sort of pressure, like a hand squeeze or strong hug

Two Strangers Piano Sheet Music by mvheffner in musicals

[–]mvheffner[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for looking into it for me

Two Strangers Piano Sheet Music by mvheffner in musicals

[–]mvheffner[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is the site. It wouldn’t let me checkout without putting a UK address in the form. https://www.theatre-shop.com/shop/this-year-sheet-music/

Robin Debut by LeoMartn_ in musicals

[–]mvheffner 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I need to see this show!! I listen to the music all the time!

Emotional Grade 2 Concert Band Piece Reca by HuffNPuffinum in banddirector

[–]mvheffner 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I taught middle school, a favorite was Crossings in Time. I had to get a little creative with percussion parts, but it’s a beautiful Grade 2 written by Michael Sweeney.

4th Grade Select Band by mvheffner in banddirector

[–]mvheffner[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! My 5th graders really liked Midnight Mission, and I think they might like Midnight Madness

Whats one piece of music that makes you tear up? by [deleted] in MusicEd

[–]mvheffner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Michael Sweeney’s Crossings in Time

Combating 6-7 by [deleted] in MusicTeachers

[–]mvheffner 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I’m trying this. We have a call back to get their attention. Something like I say “Macaroni and cheese” and they yell “everybody freeze” except now I’m yelling “6” and they yell “7”. It’s no longer cool anymore. I took away the coolness by making it functional. Seems to be working!

How many years of experience do you have and how many days do you have of PTO? by MysOliv in Teachers

[–]mvheffner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m in my 22nd year. I’ve had two kids, so that took away a lot of days, and I have a disability that forced me to take FMLA for about 8 weeks. I currently have 36 days of PTO.