The NAfME Council for Band Education strives to share best practices, foster the growth of wind and percussion students of all ability levels, and provide materials to aid in band program success.
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MIOSM 2025
Stephen Pickard
Stephen Pickard is entering his 10th year as the band director at Governor John R. Rogers High School and Dessie Evans Elementary School in Puyallup, Washington. As a conductor and music educator, Stephen strives to provide memorable musical experiences for his students, offering a wide array of musical choices and opportunities through concert bands, percussion ensembles, and jazz bands.
Council Members
Stephen Pickard (2024-2026), Chair
Katherine Prihoda (2025-2027), Chair Elect, North Central Division Representative
Caitlin Ramsey (2024-2026), Eastern Division Representative
Jesse Dochnahl (2024-2026) Northwest Division Representative
Brett Babineaux (2025-2027), Southern Division Representative
Damian Johnson (2024-2026), Southwestern Division Representative
Amanda Sproul (2025-2027), Western Division Representative
Dusty Molyneaux, National Executive Board Liaison
