Michael F. Ouellette, Head Director

"I feel that the band program at any high school is one of the most important tools for promoting school and community spirit, pride and unity. My band programs have always been actively involved in participating at football games to help the team and the crowd. The band is an active part of the game and not just half-time entertainment. My programs are always actively involved in community functions and activities that benefit from having a school ambassador present. The band staff and program is always a team player in all school activities."

Primary Instrument:

Saxophone

Professional History:

2002-2005 Mayde Creek High School Katy, TX
Head Band Director

1995-2002 Copperas Cove High School Copperas Cove, TX
Coordinator of Instrumental Music/Head Band Director

1993-1995 Temple High School Temple TX.
Assistant Band Director

1989-1992 Rogers High School Rogers TX.
Head Band Director

1986-1988 Rogers High School Rogers TX.
Assistant Band Director

1985-1986 Cameron High School Cameron TX
Assistant Band Director

Education:

1979-1985 North Texas State University Denton, TX
Bachelor of Music Education 
All Level instrumental music—Life

1977-1979 University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI

Awards: 

• Who’s Who of American Teachers for 1999-2001,2005,2006
• Elected as the current TMEA region 23 band chair
• Sam Houston State Jazz Festival outstanding musician for 1995, 1996 and 1997
• Full- tuition performance scholarship to the University of Michigan and the Interlochen Arts Academy
• World Saxophone Congress outstanding high school player for 1976
• Three years Pennsylvania all state band
• Performed with Doc Severson, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Bob James, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, North Texas 1 O’clock Jazz Band as well as numerous concert bands and civic organizations.

Hobbies: 

Bike riding, camping, reading and family activities