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![Group of students standing in front of a stage for the 2025 York County Choral Festival]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738684406/sgasdcom/hvsfl0mbbolxqrbqlt5q/MS-2025YorkCoChoralFestivalNews.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738684406/sgasdcom/hvsfl0mbbolxqrbqlt5q/MS-2025YorkCoChoralFestivalNews.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1738684406/sgasdcom/hvsfl0mbbolxqrbqlt5q/MS-2025YorkCoChoralFestivalNews.jpg","width":800}])
Twelve students joined singers from eight York County districts to perform at the 5th Annual York County Choral Festival
![Five students smiling and standing next to each other for a group picture.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738593611/sgasdcom/nccu8hqqp0cxuvcc31hs/HS-2025PMEAJazzFestival.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738593611/sgasdcom/nccu8hqqp0cxuvcc31hs/HS-2025PMEAJazzFestival.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1738593611/sgasdcom/nccu8hqqp0cxuvcc31hs/HS-2025PMEAJazzFestival.jpg","width":800}])
Congratulations to the five SGAHS students selected for 2025 PMEA District 7 Jazz Festival!
![Headshot of Lucas Buhrman, NAfME Chorus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734553967/sgasdcom/avdgjyx00szhxvwioyux/HS-LucasBuhrmanNAfMEChorus1224.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734553967/sgasdcom/avdgjyx00szhxvwioyux/HS-LucasBuhrmanNAfMEChorus1224.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734553967/sgasdcom/avdgjyx00szhxvwioyux/HS-LucasBuhrmanNAfMEChorus1224.png","width":800}])
Congratulations, Lucas Buhrman!
![Group photo of students standing in front of white wall.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733239166/sgasdcom/cce89nx1tc8bxe63hrcm/HS-Orchestrafestival2024.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733239166/sgasdcom/cce89nx1tc8bxe63hrcm/HS-Orchestrafestival2024.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733239166/sgasdcom/cce89nx1tc8bxe63hrcm/HS-Orchestrafestival2024.jpg","width":800}])
Seven of our talented high school orchestra students proudly represented SGASD.
![Group photo of SGASD students participating in Octavators Music Festival.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733236605/sgasdcom/xk679pfykiz9okqxngnv/Music-Octavators2024.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733236605/sgasdcom/xk679pfykiz9okqxngnv/Music-Octavators2024.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733236605/sgasdcom/xk679pfykiz9okqxngnv/Music-Octavators2024.jpg","width":800}])
Congratulations to our talented Spring Grove singers who participated in another remarkable choral festival alongside students from 20 area schools!
![Bryan Myers and Lucas Buhrman smiling stand together for picture.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731505785/sgasdcom/bna5g4mek92ogiceejrf/HS-LucasandBryanPMEAChorus112024.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731505785/sgasdcom/bna5g4mek92ogiceejrf/HS-LucasandBryanPMEAChorus112024.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731505785/sgasdcom/bna5g4mek92ogiceejrf/HS-LucasandBryanPMEAChorus112024.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731505785/sgasdcom/bna5g4mek92ogiceejrf/HS-LucasandBryanPMEAChorus112024.jpg","width":1080}])
Congratulations to Lucas Buhrman and Bryan Myers!
![Group photo of SGAHS students participating in York County Choral Festival]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1729787342/sgasdcom/oahavhkerjuaur14w1w6/HS-YorkCountyChoralFestival101924.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1729787342/sgasdcom/oahavhkerjuaur14w1w6/HS-YorkCountyChoralFestival101924.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1729787342/sgasdcom/oahavhkerjuaur14w1w6/HS-YorkCountyChoralFestival101924.png","width":800}])
Congratulations to these dedicated singers for being part of this musical event!
![Marching Band performing at football game]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1729276373/sgasdcom/iwvnxms4j5lcgb9jbtu6/HS-MarchingBandNews.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1729276373/sgasdcom/iwvnxms4j5lcgb9jbtu6/HS-MarchingBandNews.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1729276373/sgasdcom/iwvnxms4j5lcgb9jbtu6/HS-MarchingBandNews.png","width":800}])
Congratulations to the members of the Marching Band who recently celebrated their Senior Night!
![Spring Grove Marching Band member playing trombone wearing new uniform]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728992402/sgasdcom/ztopwqfsj0ibjw9dbpvo/HS-MarchingBandNewUniforms-square.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728992402/sgasdcom/ztopwqfsj0ibjw9dbpvo/HS-MarchingBandNewUniforms-square.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728992402/sgasdcom/ztopwqfsj0ibjw9dbpvo/HS-MarchingBandNewUniforms-square.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728992402/sgasdcom/ztopwqfsj0ibjw9dbpvo/HS-MarchingBandNewUniforms-square.jpg","width":1200}])
After an extensive three-year development, the Spring Grove Rocket Marching Band revealed its new uniforms, blending tradition with modern design elements.
![Bryan Myers and Lucas Buhrman Performing the National Anthem]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728663003/sgasdcom/jpfmrojv64bxhb4p382v/HS-NationalAnthem92024.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728663003/sgasdcom/jpfmrojv64bxhb4p382v/HS-NationalAnthem92024.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728663003/sgasdcom/jpfmrojv64bxhb4p382v/HS-NationalAnthem92024.png","width":800}])
Bryan Myers and Lucas Buhrman, had the privilege of performing a duet at a local bridge dedication ceremony.
![Lucas Buhrman and Bryan Myers standing next to each other with their instruments.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726689714/sgasdcom/cxld3auo9ss4b5kjregy/DistrictNewsPostImages800x7799.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726689714/sgasdcom/cxld3auo9ss4b5kjregy/DistrictNewsPostImages800x7799.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726689714/sgasdcom/cxld3auo9ss4b5kjregy/DistrictNewsPostImages800x7799.png","width":800}])
Congratulations Lucas Buhrman and Bryan Myers!
![Headshots of PMEA Students 2024]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1714157843/sgasdcom/c97p0tnc4onj0hc637j6/HS-PMEA2024.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1714157843/sgasdcom/c97p0tnc4onj0hc637j6/HS-PMEA2024.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1714157843/sgasdcom/c97p0tnc4onj0hc637j6/HS-PMEA2024.png","width":800}])
Congratulations to Lucas Burhman and Evelyn Messinger!
![York County Honors Band Festivals]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713974645/sgasdcom/lsby5g7c5wq7aff6ft36/YorkCountyHonorsBandFestivalsNews.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713974645/sgasdcom/lsby5g7c5wq7aff6ft36/YorkCountyHonorsBandFestivalsNews.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713974645/sgasdcom/lsby5g7c5wq7aff6ft36/YorkCountyHonorsBandFestivalsNews.png","width":800}])
SGASD had 13 students between grades 7-12 participate in this year's York County Honors Band Festivals!
![Students playing instruments during Band Day event]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712923445/sgasdcom/oirueyavklo7fjfowkoy/BandDay42023.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1712923445/sgasdcom/oirueyavklo7fjfowkoy/BandDay42023.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1712923445/sgasdcom/oirueyavklo7fjfowkoy/BandDay42023.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1712923445/sgasdcom/oirueyavklo7fjfowkoy/BandDay42023.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1712923445/sgasdcom/oirueyavklo7fjfowkoy/BandDay42023.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1712923445/sgasdcom/oirueyavklo7fjfowkoy/BandDay42023.jpg","width":2200}])
The band students worked with Dr. Mark Lortz, Director of Bands at Stevenson University.
![The ten SGASD students, Mrs. Gross, and Mr, Kuntz dressed as Batman group picture outside]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712765621/sgasdcom/l5szf1hclbi9yubynrh2/SelectStringsHSOKidsConcert42024.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1712765621/sgasdcom/l5szf1hclbi9yubynrh2/SelectStringsHSOKidsConcert42024.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1712765621/sgasdcom/l5szf1hclbi9yubynrh2/SelectStringsHSOKidsConcert42024.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1712765621/sgasdcom/l5szf1hclbi9yubynrh2/SelectStringsHSOKidsConcert42024.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1712765621/sgasdcom/l5szf1hclbi9yubynrh2/SelectStringsHSOKidsConcert42024.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1712765621/sgasdcom/l5szf1hclbi9yubynrh2/SelectStringsHSOKidsConcert42024.jpg","width":1966}])
The event was part of the Hanover Symphony Orchestra Kids Program.
![Best Communities for Music Education Graphic. BCME proud.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712577986/sgasdcom/rbjkhhs4rccdmpxmfcgi/BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1712577986/sgasdcom/rbjkhhs4rccdmpxmfcgi/BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1712577986/sgasdcom/rbjkhhs4rccdmpxmfcgi/BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1712577986/sgasdcom/rbjkhhs4rccdmpxmfcgi/BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1712577986/sgasdcom/rbjkhhs4rccdmpxmfcgi/BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation.jpg","width":1400}])
The designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement in providing music access and education to all students.
![Middle School Select Strings and Orion students at Capitol]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1711543038/sgasdcom/ugnuoyfjbisusn3uyx4q/MS-OrchestraandOrionatCapitol-Post.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1711543038/sgasdcom/ugnuoyfjbisusn3uyx4q/MS-OrchestraandOrionatCapitol-Post.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1711543038/sgasdcom/ugnuoyfjbisusn3uyx4q/MS-OrchestraandOrionatCapitol-Post.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1711543038/sgasdcom/ugnuoyfjbisusn3uyx4q/MS-OrchestraandOrionatCapitol-Post.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1711543038/sgasdcom/ugnuoyfjbisusn3uyx4q/MS-OrchestraandOrionatCapitol-Post.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1711543038/sgasdcom/ugnuoyfjbisusn3uyx4q/MS-OrchestraandOrionatCapitol-Post.jpg","width":2200}])
The Select Strings and Orion performed as part of the National Music In Our Schools Month celebration.
![Lucas Buhrman and Bryan Myers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701974749/sgasdcom/ufgb78emnnl85ylek4rw/LucasBuhrmanandBryanMyers-post.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701974749/sgasdcom/ufgb78emnnl85ylek4rw/LucasBuhrmanandBryanMyers-post.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1701974749/sgasdcom/ufgb78emnnl85ylek4rw/LucasBuhrmanandBryanMyers-post.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1701974749/sgasdcom/ufgb78emnnl85ylek4rw/LucasBuhrmanandBryanMyers-post.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1701974749/sgasdcom/ufgb78emnnl85ylek4rw/LucasBuhrmanandBryanMyers-post.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1701974749/sgasdcom/ufgb78emnnl85ylek4rw/LucasBuhrmanandBryanMyers-post.jpg","width":1644}])
Congrats, Lucas and Bryan!
![Lucas Buhrman and Ashlyn Tyson]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1699039134/sgasdcom/nk0pznlm2nuxmehz4t0w/LucasBuhrmanandAshlynTyson.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1699039134/sgasdcom/nk0pznlm2nuxmehz4t0w/LucasBuhrmanandAshlynTyson.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1699039134/sgasdcom/nk0pznlm2nuxmehz4t0w/LucasBuhrmanandAshlynTyson.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1699039134/sgasdcom/nk0pznlm2nuxmehz4t0w/LucasBuhrmanandAshlynTyson.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1699039134/sgasdcom/nk0pznlm2nuxmehz4t0w/LucasBuhrmanandAshlynTyson.jpg","width":1565}])
Congratulations to Lucas Buhrman and Ashlyn Tyson!
![Connor Shaffer YJSO 2023, pictured with his violin.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694542483/sgasdcom/ksygj7daj3fssklulk3x/MS-ConnorShafferYJSO92023.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1694542483/sgasdcom/ksygj7daj3fssklulk3x/MS-ConnorShafferYJSO92023.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1694542483/sgasdcom/ksygj7daj3fssklulk3x/MS-ConnorShafferYJSO92023.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1694542483/sgasdcom/ksygj7daj3fssklulk3x/MS-ConnorShafferYJSO92023.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1694542483/sgasdcom/ksygj7daj3fssklulk3x/MS-ConnorShafferYJSO92023.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1694542483/sgasdcom/ksygj7daj3fssklulk3x/MS-ConnorShafferYJSO92023.jpg","width":2200}])
Congratulations, Connor Shaffer!
![students performing on stage at 50th anniversary concert]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1689632537/sgasdcom/nk6rs6p5l53q8tlwv4nt/50thAnniversaryConcertStagePic1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1689632537/sgasdcom/nk6rs6p5l53q8tlwv4nt/50thAnniversaryConcertStagePic1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1689632537/sgasdcom/nk6rs6p5l53q8tlwv4nt/50thAnniversaryConcertStagePic1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689632537/sgasdcom/nk6rs6p5l53q8tlwv4nt/50thAnniversaryConcertStagePic1.jpg","width":1200}])
The SGASD Strings Orchestra program celebrated its 50th Anniversary with an extraordinary concert. Students in grades three through twelve in the orchestra program and alumni performed for our Rocket community.
![Students playing instruments outdoors.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1690914641/sgasdcom/wfrhmuigvd76tfkkdvzc/SGI_DC_MusicTrip523.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1690914641/sgasdcom/wfrhmuigvd76tfkkdvzc/SGI_DC_MusicTrip523.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1690914641/sgasdcom/wfrhmuigvd76tfkkdvzc/SGI_DC_MusicTrip523.png","width":800}])
The Jazz Band and the Orchestra performed at the National Sylvian Theater on the Washington Mall
![York County ENCORE Award Winners Singing]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1690920369/sgasdcom/oo1fg3bkeyscrnkmq6ku/HS-EncoreAward2023.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1690920369/sgasdcom/oo1fg3bkeyscrnkmq6ku/HS-EncoreAward2023.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1690920369/sgasdcom/oo1fg3bkeyscrnkmq6ku/HS-EncoreAward2023.png","width":800}])
Congratulations to Spring Grove Area High School students Lucca Vito and Chela Martin, who both received York County ENCORE Outstanding Performer Awards.