Thanks to a tremendous response from local residents, Jonesboro-Hodge High School Band Director Trey Porchay is one of 25 candidates from across the south that is still standing for the Music Educator of the Year Award.
CAST YOUR VOTE FOR PORCHAY!
Voting is now underway in Round Two for the prestigious award that will be presented at the 2026 Sound Award Ceremony, which will be held in Birmingham, AL, on February 27, 2026.
To cast your vote, click here or go to https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17xEZd1TFo/?mibextid=wwXIfr. You can also cast your vote by going to the Jonesboro-Hodge High School Facebook page.
Two years ago, Porchay toiled tirelessly to resurrect the JHHS Marching Band after being delinquent for many years, by not only canvassing the hallways to recruit potential members, but also giving group and individual lessons and raising money for instruments.
Today, the “Tropical Thunder,” as the marching band is affectionately called, is not only a fan favorite at JHHS school and sporting events, but also has received recognition for its performance across the state of Louisiana and Arkansas, which plays a large role in helping the JHHS student scholar members have an opportunity to play in a collegiate band.
Voting will continue until January 10, 2026.