Mr. Miller, band director for Columbia wearing red jacket with white gloves holding a tuba

We'd like to take a moment to congratulate our awesome band director, Mr. Shelman Miller for being selected as the Southern Division Honoree for the 2026-27. Dr. William P. Foster Distinguished Educator Award, presented by the Music Education Alliance.

This award recognizes band directors who deliver exceptional music education experiences and make a profound, positive impact on their students, families, and communities.

Mr. Miller will be recognized during the 2026 Midwest International Band & Orchestra Clinic in Chicago, Illinois.

Again, congratulations, Mr. Miller!