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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
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Mission For The Class
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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