CJ Cahala won the Youth Empowerment Award from Adaptive Adventures at a documentary screening in Illinois Monday evening. I've watched this young man mature over the years from an inquisitive three year old into a poised 9th grader who is able to assertively advocate for himself. He hasn't let cerebral palsy interfere with his passion for outdoor sports, particularly snowboarding, and has taken on opportunities to mentor other individuals with disabilities in enjoying the sport. This is a well-deserved recognition from a national organization.

MFHS Band Concerto Competition Winners 
 

Senior Kurt Heins was named one of the winners for his performance of Mozart's third concerto for French horn.  Kurt is very musically involved, and has performed with MYSO's senior symphony for two years and UWM's Youth Wind Ensemble for two years.  He is also an avid composer and arranger.  Kurt will perform his concerto with the MFHS Wind Symphony at the final concert of the year on Wednesday, May 30.

 

Junior Allison Wang was also named a winner for her performance of George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue.  In addition to her piano studies, Allison plays alto saxophone in the MFHS Wind Symphony.  She has won numerous awards for piano performance, most recently being named winner of the Waukesha Area Symphonic Band concerto competition.  Allison will perform her piece with the Wind Symphony at the first concert next school year.