Performing Arts Department

  • Students enrolled in performing arts classes will develop skills in performace and artistic expression. They will engage in activities that build self-confidence, promote interactions with others and an appreciation of the arts. Through guided enrollment, all high school students have the opportunity to access advanced performance groups through the audition process.

Ms. Lowman - Band Director

Carol Lowman

Phone: 913-780-7180

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Degrees and Certifications:

Carol Lowman

Bachelor of Music Education - University of Kansas

Master of Music Education - University of Kansas

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Ms. Michaelis - Assistant Orchestra Director

Kimberly Michaelis

Phone: 913-780-7180

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Degrees and Certifications:

Kimberly Michaelis

Bachelor of Music Education, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Bachelor of Music, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Master of Music Education, University of Missouri - Kansas City

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Ms. Morris - Theatre / Drama Instructor

Alisha Morris

Phone: 913-780-7180

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Degrees and Certifications:

Alisha Morris

BSE Speech and Theatre Education, University of Central Missouri

MA in Theatre Studies, University of Houston

Director of Theatre

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Ms. VanLeeuwen - Performing Arts Department Chair / Vocal Music Instructor

Laura VanLeeuwen

Phone: 913-780-7180

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Degrees and Certifications:

Laura VanLeeuwen

Bachelor of Music - (Vocal Performance) Wichita State University

Bachelor of Music Education - University of Missouri - Kansas City

Master of Music - (Vocal Performance) University of Missouri - Kansas City

Master of Music - Choral Conducting - University of Missouri - Kansas City

Mr. Wallace - Orchestra Director

J.J. Wallace

Phone: 913-780-7180

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Degrees and Certifications:

J.J. Wallace

BS of Music Education, Missouri State University

Masters in Education, MidAmerica Nazarene University

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Ms. Wampler - Accompanist

Cindy Wampler

Phone: 913-780-7180

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Degrees and Certifications:

Cindy Wampler

Bachelor of Music Education / Music Therapy, University of Kansas

Mr. Wickersham - Assistant Band Director

John Wickersham

Phone: 913-780-7180

Email:

Degrees and Certifications:

John Wickersham

Bachelor of Music Education, University of Kansas

Master of Music Education, University of Kansas

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