Happy Birthday Mr. Murphy!

Members of Reagan's advanced jazz band threw a surprise party to celebrate the birthday of our fabulous band director Mr. Adam Murphy. Two student composers (Israel P. and Whon P.) even arranged a jazz combo version of the happy birthday song in his honor! 

Jazz Band Represents MPS at National School Choice Celebration

On Wednesday January 30th the Reagan Jazz Band performed for Governor Scott Walker, Mayor Tom Barrett, County Executive Chris Abele, State Superintendent Tony Evers, and MPS Superintendent Dr. Gregory Thornton at the National School Choice Whistle Stop Tour.  During his speech Dr. Thornton acknowledged Reagan High School as the #2 High School in the state of Wisconsin according to the US News and World Report. 

The Jazz Band was selected as the "house band" performing opening and closing music at the downtown Milwaukee Grain Exchange building.  They also performed a feature, "Jumpin' at the Woodside" by Count Bassie, during the ceremony.  Also representing Reagan High School were Principal Mike Reomer, members of YES "Youth Empowered in the Struggle," and yearbook photographer Liz K.  Congratulations to all for representing Milwaukee's public choice option with highest honors!