On 7 January 2025, the Tri-M Music Honor Society held their induction ceremony of new members. Tri-M stands for Modern Music Masters and is an international music honor society that is meant to recognize students for their academic and musical achievements, reward them for their accomplishments and service activities, and to inspire other students to excel at music and leadership.
The Tri-M induction ceremony is held every year to welcome new candidates and induct them into the society as members. After a brief introduction, the chapter officers speak about the history of the honor society and the meaning behind being a member. The officers are Mackenzie Hoover, junior, President; Hailey Quinn, senior, Vice President; Elaina Hess, junior, Secretary; Kirra Goetz, senior, Treasurer; and Bricen Foreman, sophomore, Historian. After the officers speak, the chapter advisors, Mrs. Jackson, Mrs. Kline, and Ms. Godek, speak briefly about the qualities of a member. After that, the President recites the Tri-M Pledge, which is repeated by the new inductees. Lastly is the presentation of Tri-M pins and membership cards, during which the candidates walk on stage to receive their items, and are officially recognized as the newest members of Tri-M Music Honor Society.
This year’s newly inducted members are, junior Ava Bailey, junior Michael Clancey, sophomore Elizabeth Grim, sophomore Evangeline Kern, sophomore Donavan Merrick, sophomore Landon Poulios, freshman Greta Fink, freshman Sophia Garretson, and freshman Celeste Mummolo.
Tri-M is always willing to accept applications for new members. Candidates must participate in a school music ensemble or class for at least one semester; maintain an A average grade in music, as well as at least a B average grade in all other classes; participate in community service activities; and demonstrate respect, responsibility, trustworthiness, fairness, caring, and citizenship. Grab an application from the music department and fill it out to join Tri-M next year!
