Senior Spotlight

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Senior Spotlight 〰️

Curtis Brockman

April 22, 2024

Curtis Brockman

Curtis Brockman plays mellophone and trumpet for the Ross Band of Class Marching Band, Concert Band and Jazz Band.
Curtis’s favorite band memory is getting a 1 at State after getting a 2 the year before. His favorite marching band show is Fusion.
After graduation, Curtis’s plans are undecided.
Congratulations, Curtis!!

Whitley Metz

April 16, 2024

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Whitley Metz plays trumpet for the Ross Band of Class Marching Band and Concert Band.
Whitley’s favorite band memories are from setting drill while her friends made her laugh while doing it.. Her favorite marching band show is Red Skies.
Outside of Band Whitley participates in Volleyball, National Honor Society, and Student Athletic Leadership Team.
After graduation, Whitley plans on attending Denison University to major in Biochemistry on a Pre-medicine track and to play volleyball.
Wonderful, Whitley!!

Andrew Emenaker

April 2, 2024

Andrew Emenaker

Andrew Emenaker plays trumpet for the Ross Band of Class Marching Band and Concert Band.
Andrew’s favorite band memories are setting drill with his friends at band camp this year. His favorite marching band show is Red Skies.
After graduation, Andrew plans to attend The University of Cincinnati to major in Pre-Medicine.
Admirable, Andrew!!

Chester Parker

March 27, 2024

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Chester Parker plays trombone and bass for the Ross Band of Class Marching Band, Concert Band, Pep Band and Jazz Band.
Chester’s favorite band memories are the bus trips to and from marching band competitions. His favorite marching band show is Red Skies.
Outside of Band, Chester participates in the Ross Rambotics program and he plays Varsity tennis for Ross High School.
After graduation, Chester plans to attend UC to major in Mechanical Engineering.
Champion, Chester!!

Colton Schultz

March 19, 2024

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Colton Schultz is a Drum Major for the Ross Band of Class Marching Band and he plays baritone saxophone in the Ross Concert Band.
Colton’s favorite band memory is getting stuck in the hotel elevator in New York City during Spring Break junior year. His favorite Marching Band Show is Red Skies.
Outside of Band, Colton participates in the Ross Academic Team and works.
After graduation, Colton plans to attend college and earn his MBA.
Captivating, Colton!!

Audrey Sparks

March 15, 2024

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Audrey Sparks plays clarinet for the Ross Band of Class Marching Band and Concert Band.
Audrey’s favorite band memory is getting a superior rating at finals last year. Her favorite Marching Band Show is Fusion.
After graduation, Audrey plans to attend Miami University in Oxford, majoring in Business Administration.
Awesome, Audrey!!

Carrie Pence

March 11, 2024

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Carrie Pence plays flute for the Ross Band of Class Marching Band as well as concert and pep bands.
Carrie’s favorite band memory is getting a 1 at State her senior year. Her favorite Marching Band Show is Red Skies.
Outside of band, Carrie participates in Earth Club and History Club and she is on the yearbook staff.
After graduation, Carrie plans to attend college.
Captivating, Carrie!!

Welcome 2023-2024 Senior Class!

Alexander Krabbe

May 19, 2023

Alexander Krabbe

Alex Krabbe is drum major for the Ross Band of Class Marching Band. He also plays trombone in the Ross Concert and Jazz Bands.
Alex’s favorite band memory is getting a 1 at State his senior year.
Outside of band, Alex plays hockey and tennis and is a singer/dancer in the Ross Legacy Show Choir. He also likes playing video games and hanging out with his friends.
After graduation, Alex will be attending Coastal Carolina University, majoring in Marine Science.
Ambitious, Alex!!

Tommy Felix

May 14, 2023

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Tommy Felix plays center snare in the Ross Band of Class Marching Band, percussion in the Ross Concert Band, and bass in the Ross Jazz Band.
Tommy’s favorite band memory is The Cheese mafia trying to sell me cheese at Ohio State.
Outside of band, Tommy enjoys working out, making music, and hanging out with friends.
After graduation, Tommy plans to work and audition for an indoor percussion group.
Terrific, Tommy!!

Sadie Butterfield

May 10, 2023

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Sadie Butterfield plays mellophone in the Ross Band of Class Marching Band and French horn in the Ross Concert Band.
Sadie’s favorite band memory is Junior year on the buses before and after competitions singing along to random songs with her bestie.
Outside of band, Sadie enjoys hanging out with friends.
After graduation, Sadie plans to attend Wright State University, majoring in biomedical engineering.
Stupendous, Sadie!!

Gus LaValle

May 7, 2023

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Gus LaValle plays clarinet in the Ross Band of Class Marching and Concert, alto saxophone in the Ross Jazz Band and clarinet and saxophone in the Ross Pep Band.
Gus’s favorite band memory is the Nevermore show, especially the part in the show when Sammy would walk across the field to meet up with Gibby in the center to blare out their awesome solo in "Sound of Silence." Gave him goosebumps when they performed!
Outside of band, Gus enjoys volunteering, traveling, and hanging out with friends
After graduation, Gus plans to attend Notre Dame University, majoring in aerospace engineering.
Glorious, Gus!!

Joseph Eason

May 4, 2023

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Joseph Eason plays Bass for Ross Band of Class Marching and Concert Bands and guitar in the Ross Jazz Band.
Joseph’s favorite band memory is the general positive energy in boys cabin #1 his junior year.
Outside of band, Joseph works to improve his guitar skills.
After graduation, Joseph plans to attend Full Sail University for music production.
Jazzy, Joseph!!

Anna Tabar

April 30, 2023

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Anna Tabar plays tenor saxophone in the Ross Band of Class Marching Band, Jazz Band and Concert Band.
Anna’s favorite band memory is from freshman year. We were riding on the buses home from an event that we performed at, and I was tossing a plastic water bottle between me and my friend Chyanne Westendorf. During one of the tosses, I threw it a little too hard and it sailed perfectly out the bus window, getting run over by the bus behind us. I was dying laughing and felt really embarrassed. This was in the practice lot, so I ran and grabbed the bottle afterwards and recycled it. My favorite sentimental memory is from my junior year. I was feeling down during pizza night at band camp because I felt alone and like I didn't fit in with my section or had any friends there for me, when the tenor freshman Brayden Coulter sat down next to me and said I was his best friend, and asked if he could join me and my friends for Uno. Even though he was probably being sarcastic and didn't mean anything by it, it still made me feel welcomed and he's been pretty cool ever since then.
Outside of band, Anna enjoys doing a variety of art, ranging from digital to paints and pastels. When bored, she also likes to play some low-stress video games with her friend.
After graduation, Anna plans to attend the Art Academy of Cincinnati for computer animation and/or illustration.
Animated, Anna!!

Ben Rye

April 23, 2023

Ben Rye

Ben Rye plays trumpet in the Ross Band of Class Marching Band.
Ben’s favorite band memory is when Nick gave him a lamp at the award night.
Outside of band, Ben enjoys going to the gym and playing basketball.
After graduation, Ben plans to work this summer at Northend Gear And Machine Shop full time. He plans to take a trip to Germany in the fall.
Bodacious, Ben!!

Ryan Whalen

April 18, 2023

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Ryan Whalen plays trombone in the Ross Band of Class Marching Band.
Ryan’s favorite band memory is choking on water as Mathew roach gave him the Heimlich and Braeden Kimbrough took a picture.
Outside of band, Ryan enjoys being a part of 2 different Robotics teams, participating in Tae Kwon Do and playing the guitar.
After graduation, Ryan will be attending the University of Dayton studying Mechanical Engineering Technology.
Remarkable, Ryan!!

Natalie Janssen

April 15, 2023

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Natalie Janssen plays clarinet in the Ross Band of Class Marching Band and Concert Band.
Natalie’s favorite band memory is going to the Haunted Cave after a band competition. Walking through the cave with her friends at 3 in the morning while being terrified the whole time was definitely a fun experience. It was also the place that her friends and she became closer and really bonded.
Outside of band, Natalie enjoys hanging out with friends, traveling, shopping, and community service (Vice President of the Hamilton Community Foundation's Youth Philanthropy Committee).
After graduation, Natalie plans to attend Miami University’s Farmer School of Business.
Nifty, Natalie!!

Alli Gassmann

April 9, 2023

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Alli Gassmann plays alto saxophone in the Ross Band of Class Marching Band and Concert Band.
Alli’s favorite band memories are from hanging out with her friends after competitions.
Outside of band, Alli enjoys hanging out with friends and family, playing with her pets, and doing art and makeup.
After graduation, Alli plans to attend Miami University, majoring in science.
Astonishing, Alli!!

Kylee Sheehan

March 30, 2023

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Kylee Sheehan plays trumpet in the Ross Band of Class Marching Band and Concert Band.
Kylee’s favorite band memories are from the bus rides to competitions.
Outside of band, Kylee enjoys riding horses and cooking.
After graduation, Kylee plans to attend UC majoring in dental hygiene.
Congratulations, Kylee!

Sara Nace

March 24, 2023

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Sara Nace is a member of the Ross Band of Class Marching Band Colorguard.
Sara’s favorite band memory is Kylee re-enacting Fergie singing the National Anthem on the way to state for Sevens.
Outside of band, Sara enjoys listening to music, going on adventures, and shopping.
After graduation, Sara plans to take a gap year and then attend Miami University.
Superior, Sara!

Braeden Kimbrough

March 19, 2023

Braeden Kimbrough

Braeden Kimbrough plays trombone in the Ross Marching and Concert Bands.
Braeden’s favorite band memory is either “Mattress Man,” tormenting Mr. Roemer by spending a large chunk of playing check submissions having a 1 sided conversation with him, or the photo of Ryan choking on water in the Disney hotel room.
Outside of band, Braeden enjoys art, video games, Dungeons and Dragons, listening to music and watching YouTube.
After graduation, Braeden plans to attend college to major in Game Design.
Brilliant, Braeden!

Logan Britt

March 4, 2023

Logan Britt

Logan Britt plays trombone in the Ross Marching, Concert and Jazz Bands.
Logan’s favorite band memory is at a soccer game junior year, we were behind the goal that the players were practicing shots at and we were playing letter G. As we play there are soccer balls flying over our heads, and it was only inevitable that one would hit us. So we were playing through some random pep song and a ball comes rather low and slams Joey Leinberger's Trombone which crumpled the bell.
Outside of band, Logan enjoys tennis, video games, and Academic Team.
After graduation, Logan plans to go to attend Miami University majoring in biophysics.
Light it up, Logan!

Adam Bailey

February 27, 2023

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Adam Bailey plays trumpet in the Ross Marching, Concert and Jazz Bands.
Adam’s favorite band memory is meeting new people on the first day of pre camp during freshman year.
Outside of band, Adam enjoys Swim Team and classic cars.
After graduation, Adam plans to go to college.
Amazing, Adam!

Ahren Poppe

February 19, 2023

Ahren Poppe

Ahren Poppe plays tenors for Ross Marching Band and percussion for Ross Concert Band.
Ahren’s favorite memory is being able to be a part of a great band and enjoying all the competitions and games!
Outside of band, Ahren enjoys drumming.
After graduation, Ahren plans to become a welder.
Awesome, Ahren!

Carrie Blum

February 13, 2023

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Carrie Blum plays the flute for Ross Marching Band and Concert Band. She also has knowledge of the alto saxophone.
Carrie’s favorite memory was The Great Fazoli's breadstick heists!
Outside of band, Carrie likes writing stories, graphic design and playing games.
After graduation, Carrie plans to attend college for graphic design.
Cowabunga, Carrie!

Gregory Vaughn

February 7, 2023

Gregory Vaughn

Greg Vaughn plays trumpet for Ross Marching Band and Concert Band.
Greg’s favorite memory was during band camp sophomore year, while on a break, he, Cheyanne, Olivia, Kira, and Dylan were walking around the school. After walking up the stairs, they heard a janitor and ran back down. He decided to run backwards down the stairs, two at a time. He promptly fell all the way down. They all shared a good laugh about it.
Outside of band, Greg likes to play video games with his friends and go bowling.
After graduation, Greg plans to attend the US Air Force Academy in Colorado and join the Air Force after graduating. He plans to make a career in the Air Force as either a software or mechanical engineer.
Grand, Gregory!

Nicholas Jackson

January 30, 2023

Nicholas Jackson

Nick Jackson plays tuba for Ross Marching Band and Concert Band.
Nick’s favorite band memory is when they found a bag of rotten grapes in a Sousa then smelled it.
Outside of band, Nick enjoys swimming, boxing and fishing.
After graduation, Nick plans to join the National Guard or attend college/trade school.
Neato, Nick!

Ethan Krekeler

January 25, 2023

Ethan Krekeler

Ethan Krekeler plays snare drum for marching band and pep band and is part of the percussion section for Concert Band.
Ethan’s favorite band memory is “The cheese business is a risky business!”
Outside of band, Ethan participates in Ross Legacy Show Choir and National Honor Society. He also works at Mike’s Carwash in Colerain.
After graduation, Ethan plans to attend college at either Miami University or the University of Cincinnati.
Extravagant, Ethan!

Joey Kroll

January 2, 2023

Joey Kroll

Joey Kroll plays flute for concert band and played flute for 3 years of marching band. She switched to front ensemble for senior year.
Joey’s favorite band memory is seeing two of her friends being a 12 foot giant.
Outside of band, Joey enjoys drawing, painting and playing video games.
After graduation, Joey plans to pursue video game design in college.
Jubilant, Joey!!

Ethan Rye

December 12, 2022

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Ethan Rye plays baritone in the Ross Marching and Concert Bands.
Ethan’s favorite band memory is going back to Disney after 9 years and revisiting old coasters with band pals.
Outside of band, Ethan enjoys playing video games with his friends and playing with animals.
After graduation, Ethan plans to go to college to become an actuary.
Extraordinary, Ethan!!

Grace McAlpin

October 24, 2022

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Grace McAlpin plays flute and piccolo in the Ross Marching and Concert Bands.
Grace’s favorite band memory is from her freshman year at band camp. Her top bunk in girls cabin 1 was super squeaky and then all of the sudden, it broke!! And she was on it! She was okay, but she moved to a bunk in girls cabin 2!
Outside of band, Grace is an FCCLA State Officer, a member of academic team, and a member of JEE Foods (particularly the Maroon Mocha). She also enjoys playing volleyball with friends and family.
After graduation, Grace plans to attend undergraduate college and then move on to medical school in hopes of becoming a cardio-thoracic surgeon!
Great, Grace!!

Chyanne Westendorf

October 10, 2022

Chyanne Westendorf

Chyanne Westendorf plays mellophone in the Ross Marching and Pep Bands and she plays French horn in the Ross Concert Band.
Chyanne’s favorite band memory is when she and Kylee Sheehan went to Disney and broke the hair dryer as they were drying out their shoes from the rain.
Outside of band, Chyanne participates in History Club and works at the Ross Taco Bell.
After graduation, Chyanne plans to attend college to major in Early Childhood Education.
Spectacular, Chyanne!!

Congratulations Class of 2022!

Austin Hoeweler

June 6, 2022

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Austin Howeler played snare drum in the Ross Marching Band for 4 years. He was center snare his junior and senior years.
Austin was also in jazz band his junior and senior years as well as pep band all four years.
Austin was a member of the Indoor Percussion Competition group this year.
Fabulous, Austin!

Olivia Armstrong

May 31, 2022

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Olivia Armstrong played flute and piccolo in the Ross Concert, Marching and Pep Bands. She also played in numerous OMEA Solo and Ensemble Contests.
Olivia’s favorite memory is playing really long, intense, and super fun volleyball games at her senior year band camp with a bunch of friends. Her favorite marching band shows are Masterpiece and Bewitched.
Outside of band, Olivia has been Student Body President, National Honor Society President, and Volunteer Advisory Board President. She was also a part of Tri- M Music Honor Society and many musicals. She also volunteered to teach a Spanish Enrichment course to 6th graders at the middle school.
After graduation, Olivia will be attending college to major in biology on the pre-med track to become a pediatrician.
Out of this World, Olivia!!

William Berting

May 30, 2022

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William Berting played French Horn in the Ross Concert Band and Front Ensemble in the Ross Marching Band.
William’s favorite memory was getting lost in New York City. His favorite marching band show is Nevermore.
Outside of band, William participates in FFA and 4H.
After graduation, William plans to pursue an Associates Degree in Agricultural Sciences from Sinclair college in Dayton
Wowzers, William!!

Dylan Koch

May 27, 2022

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Dylan Koch played Marimba, Xylophone, and Snare drum in the Ross Marching, Concert and Pep Bands.
Dylan’s favorite memory is getting to go to Disney with the band. His favorite marching band show is Nevermore.
Outside of band, Dylan likes to work, play video games, and hang out with friends and family.
After graduation, Dylan plans to attend UC to get a bachelors in Statistics/ Actuarial Sciences.
Dynamite, Dylan!

Aidan Swarthwood

May 25, 2022

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Aidan Swarthwood played trumpet for 4 years in the Ross Marching and Concert Bands. He also played trumpet for 1 year in the Ross Legacy Show Choir Combo.
Aidan’s favorite memory is getting a 1 and winning State his freshman year! His favorite marching band show is Nevermore.
Outside of band, Aidan just achieved the Rank of Eagle scout in the BSA.
After graduation, Aidan plans to attend the Engineering program at the University of Cincinnati.
Amazing, Aidan!

Sami Gassmann

May 23, 2022

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Sami Gassmann plays flute and piccolo in the Ross Marching and Concert Bands.
Sami’s favorite memory is senior year band camp. Her favorite marching band show is Masterpiece.
Outside of band, Sami participates in Ross Legacy Show Choir and National Honor Society.
After graduation, Sami plans to go to Miami University.
Super, Sami!

Madalynn Abrams

May 20, 2022

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Madalynn Abrams plays flute in the Ross Marching and Concert Bands.
Madalynn’s favorite memory is almost ruining a bathtub in Disney. Her favorite marching band show is Masterpiece.
Outside of band, Madalynn plays varsity tennis and softball.
After graduation, Madalynn plans to go to Miami University to major in early childhood education.
Most Excellent, Madalynn!!

Andrew Brown

May 17, 2022

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Andrew Brown plays tuba in the Ross Marching and Concert Bands.
Andrew’s favorite memory is Tommy almost kicking the bathroom door down at Waffle House. His favorite marching band show is Sevens.
Outside of band, Andrew is involved in FFA and working on things.
After graduation, Andrew plans to attend Diamond Oaks to be a diesel technician.
Awesome, Andrew!!

Lauren Dews

May 11, 2022

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Lauren Dews participates in Ross Marching Band Colorguard.
Lauren’s favorite memories are from the bus rides her senior year. Her favorite marching show is Nevermore.
Outside of band, Lauren is involved in the Ross Choir and she has a job.
After graduation, Lauren plans to join the military.
Impressive, Lauren!!

Myles Staud

May 9, 2022

Myles Staud

Myles Staud plays tenor saxophone in the Ross Marching, Jazz and Concert Bands.
Myles’s favorite memories are from the Ironton bus trips. His favorite marching show is Bewitched.
Outside of band, Myles is involved in the Next Generation Show Choir Combo and he’s a singer dancer in Ross Legacy Show Choir.
After graduation, Myles plans to attend college.
Magnificent, Myles!

Alayna Meade

May 5, 2022

Alayna Meade

Alayna Meade plays clarinet in the Ross Marching, Pep and Concert Bands.
Alayna’s favorite memories are from hanging out with the clarinets. There's too many good times for her to name a specific one. Her favorite marching show is Nevermore.
Outside of band, Alayna is involved in 4H, Legacy tech team, mock trial, Ram Theatre Project, student government, and JEE Foods.
After graduation, Alayna plans to attend Miami University to study biology and neuroscience.
Incredible, Alayna!

Autumn Johnson

April 28, 2022

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Autumn Johnson plays vibraphone and marimba in the Ross Marching, Jazz and Concert Bands. She also participates in the Indoor Percussion Competition Ensemble.
Autumn’s favorite band memory is when she threw up at Disney World and Mr. Roemer told her she was "ruining her friends’ day!" lol!! Her favorite marching shows are Masterpiece and Nevermore.
After graduation, Autumn plans to attend Miami University to study psychology to become a mental health therapist.
You rock, Autumn!

Robert Berting

April 21, 2022

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Robert Berting plays clarinet in the Ross Marching and Concert Bands. He has also been a member of District 13 Honor Band for 6 years.
Robert’s favorite band memory is Mr. Roemer scoring on Myles in basketball at band camp. Robert’s favorite marching show was Masterpiece.
Outside of band, Robert participated in Student Council as the Class of 2022 Treasurer. He has also been a member of Hope Squad, Music Honor Society, and 4H.
After graduation, Robert plans to attend Miami University, majoring in Music Education.
Remarkable, Robert!

Ashleigh Jarvis

April 14, 2022

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Ashleigh Jarvis plays clarinet in the Ross Marching and Concert Bands.
Ashleigh’s favorite band memory had to be when we got out first “1” rating for Nevermore. It was just one of the most satisfying and exciting events that happened my sophomore year.
Ashleigh’s favorite marching show was Nevermore.
After graduation, Ashleigh plans to go to college at Miami University in Oxford. She’s majoring in psychology while co-majoring in fashion.
Phenomenal, Ashleigh!

Lydia Trout

April 7, 2022

Lydia Trout

Lydia Trout plays flute and piccolo in the Ross Marching, Concert and Pep Bands.
Lydia’s favorite band memory was being able to spend her freshman year with her sister who was a senior and getting to finish the show of Masterpiece by each other
Lydia’s favorite marching show was Masterpiece.
Outside of school, Lydia works at a stable.
After graduation Lydia plans to go into cosmetology at either Paul Mitchell or Aveda.
Outstanding, Lydia!!

Malia Kelly

April 1, 2022

Malia Kelly

Malia Kelly plays flute in the Ross Marching Band.
Malia’s favorite band memory was when the band was walking down the tunnel at Ohio State her freshman year because of how nervous and excited she was. From then on, there were many memories made.
Malia’s favorite marching show was Nevermore.
Outside of school, Malia participates in National Honors Society, Student Council, and Bowling.
After graduation Malia plans to finish her bachelor's degree in two years, then attend law school. Her end goal is to be a lawyer and politician.
Sounds fabulous, Malia!!

Cora Stevens

March 1, 2022

Cora Stevens

Cora Stevens plays clarinet in the Ross Marching and Concert Bands.
Cora’s favorite band memory was falling out of hammocks at band camp. Her favorite Marching Band Show was Masterpiece.
After graduation Cora plans to attend college for dental hygiene.
Congratulations, Cora!!

Hannah Erb

February 22, 2022

Hannah Erb

Hannah Erb was a drum major in the Ross Marching band the past two seasons. She previously played clarinet in the Ross Marching and Pep Bands and she continues to play clarinet in the Ross Concert Band.
Her favorite band memory was becoming a drum major Junior year. Her favorite Marching Band Show was Bewitched while she was drum major and Nevermore when she marched.
Outside of band Hannah enjoys participating in Academic Team and History Club as well as working at Old Navy.
After graduation Hannah plans to attend college and become a neurosurgeon.
That’s amazing, Hannah!!

Bret Rye

February 15, 2022

Bret Rye

Bret Rye plays tuba for the RHS Pep, Jazz, Concert & Marching Bands.
His favorite band memory was attending the OSU competitions. His favorite Marching Band Show was Masterpiece.
After graduation, Bret plans to attend music school.
Fabulous work, Bret!!

Bailey Wedder

February 10, 2022

Bailey Wedder

Bailey is part of the Ross Percussion, playing vibraphone for the RHS Concert & Marching Bands.
Her favorite band memory was Going to Disney and almost dying to a washing machine. Her favorite Marching Band Show was Bewitched.
Outside of band, Bailey spends a lot of her time working.
After graduation, Bailey plans to become a pharmacy technician and then attend college after gaining some experience.
Way to go Bailey!!

December 17, 2016

Justin Bolin

December 17, 2016/ Ross Band of Class

Justin Bolin

Justin plays the trumpet in the RHS Marching Band, Jazz Band, Concert Band and Pep Band. He also plays the trumpet in the RHS Show Choir Combo and in the pit orchestra for school plays.
His favorite band memories are spending time with his best friends at band camp and performing in Ohio Stadium.
Outside of band, Justin enjoys working with animals, scuba diving and playing tennis.
After graduation, he plans to attend The Ohio State University to study Animal Science/Pre-Veterinary Medicine.