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The band and orchestra programs both earned\u00a0Virginia Honor <\/strong><\/em>Program<\/strong><\/em><\/span>\u00a0distinctions from the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association (VBODA). The honors are reserved for programs that earn superior ratings at concert assessment, solo and ensemble, jazz assessments, and have students accepted into regional and state events. The school will receive two official plaques from VBODA to commemorate the accomplishment. It is difficult to achieve, and the first time our school has earned the distinction!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The band and orchestra programs both earned\u00a0Virginia Honor Program\u00a0distinctions from the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association (VBODA). 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