GENTRY, AR – Students from Gentry High School earned high honors in both choir and band competitions this past weekend, showcasing the continued strength and growth of the district’s fine arts programs.
Nine choir students were selected for the Region 6 All-Region Choirs following competitive auditions on Saturday, surpassing many students from 7A schools in the region. Seven of those students advanced to the next level and will audition for the Arkansas All-State Choirs in February, competing against choir students from all sizes of schools throughout the state.
Meanwhile, The Pride of Gentry Marching Band earned an “Excellent” rating and placed third in their division at the Devil Dog Invitational in Morrilton, competing against schools from across the state.
Special recognition goes to the following students for their placement in the All-Region Choirs:
Lazaro Cardenas – 4th Chair, Bass 1
Kohaku Thao – 4th Chair, Bass 2
JR Kirk – 8th Chair, Bass 1
Juton Lockheart – 11th Chair, Tenor 1
Jaylin Green – 11th Chair, Soprano 2
Robbie Collins – 12th Chair, Bass 1
Isabella Recinos – 15th Chair, Soprano 1
Luiz Nevarez Padilla – 21st Chair, Bass 1
Axanee Yang – 31st Chair, Alto 2
Their continued progress and dedication are a testament to the hard work of the students and the leadership of our band staff. With more competitions just around the corner, the Pride of Gentry is showing that they're a force to be reckoned with on the field and in the stands.
Upcoming Band Events:
October 11 – War Eagle Classic @ Rogers Heritage HS | Performance: 12:45 PM (Finals to follow, if qualified)
October 14 – Region Assessment @ Rogers HS | Performance: 4:45 PM
October 25 – Northwest Arkansas Invitational @ Siloam Springs HS | Time TBD
"Gentry Public Schools is committed to supporting and celebrating the arts," Gentry Superintendent Dr. Tyler Broyles said. "These recent accomplishments highlight the strength of our fine arts programs and the incredible talent and work ethic of our students."
For additional information or media inquiries, please contact:
Mark Scott, Director of Community Engagement
Email: mscott@gentrypioneers.com**