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NAME:
Mrs. M. B. Jones
SCHOOL:
East Literature Magnet School
CLASS:
Intermediate and Advanced Piano, Freshman Choir, Women's Ensemble, Advanced Mixed Choir
SCHOOL PHONE:
262 6953-ext. 1110
Mrs. Jones moved to Nasvhille in 1989 from Savannah, Georgia. While in
Savannah, she taught middle school music. Mrs. Jones was recognized as
as Teacher of the Year in 1980, while teaching at DeRenne Middle School, in
Savannah, Georgia.
In 1989, Mrs. Jones was afforded the opportunity of having students
perform in the nationally acclaimed movie production of "GLORY." The
students sang "My Country Tis of Thee." She also served as Music Director of
the Historic First African Baptist Church of Savannah, Georgia (The oldest
Negro Baptist Church in North America). Mrs. Jones is a published musician
and does background vocals for new CD releases.
Mrs. Jones' first teaching position in Nasville was at Meigs Magnet Middle
School. Her students participated in state vocal events receiving superior
ratings in all events. She was named Teacher of the Year at Meigs in 1996.
Mrs. Jones moved to East Literature Magnet School in 1997, where she taught
middle and high school music, lead with another teacher vibrant African
American History month celebrations and brought innovative ideas to the
program of activities. The Harambee Dance Ensemble was organized under her
leadership in 1998-99 and has continued to grow annually with students from
various ethinc origins participating. She was named Teacher of the Year at
East Literature in 2000. Mrs. Jones currently teaches in the High School
Music program at East
Her students have participated in the Tennessee Jazz Association contests,
Solo and Ensemble, All-State, and Trills and Thrills Musical Fests.
Students perform community outreach (Room in the Inn). One year the choirs
were awarded a grant from "Kindred Spirits," to fund the Room In The Inn
outreach. Other community service include a community benefit program for
Fannie Battle Day Home, nursing homes and Angel Tree contributions. Mrs.
Jones co-wrote music curriculum and the middle school exit exam in the late
1990's.
Choir students have performed for the National Association of African
American Educators, the Negro Veterans of World War II annual event, The
Urban League of Nashville, Metro Nashville Education Association, Minority
Affairs events, numerous civic events, local and out of county
schools, and on Foxx 17. The East Nashville community looks forward to their
annual Sojourner's of Truth (February), concert tour and Fame Showcase,
(Spring)
Mrs. Jones received her undergrad degree from Savannah State University, has
done course work at Georgia Southern University, Armstrong State College,
Trevecca Nazarene University and Cumberland University. She has a Master of
Arts in Education. Workshops and seminars include Tennessee State
University, Country Music Hall of Fame, and American Baptist Theological
Seminary, (to name a few).
She is a member of Kappa Delta Pi (Educator's Honor Society). She concludes
all communications with "in perfect harmony," which is her desire for her
students, musically, and socially.
Welcome to a world of music experiences designed, with students in mind.
In Perfect Harmony,
M. B. Jones
High school music students experience, appreciate and put into practice
skills, technique and knowledge discovered through the study of Music
History and Literature, Piano and Choir. Students extend experiences beyond
the classroom setting to expand knowledge acquisition, appreciation,
creativity and connect to other disciplines and life experiences, to
understand the relevance of music in their lives today and in the future.
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