Wylie East Choir Students Named 2026 Texas Music Scholars

Wylie ISD is proud to recognize eight Wylie East High School choir students who have been named 2026 Texas Music Scholars by the Texas Music Educators Association.

This prestigious designation honors students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship, musicianship, and citizenship. To earn this recognition, students must maintain an overall A average, be selected to an All-Region or All-State ensemble, and receive a Division I rating on a solo performance, among other rigorous criteria.

“We are so proud of our students, not only in the choir room, but for their academic excellence in all of their classes,” said Dr. Nathan Dame, Director of Choirs at Wylie East High School. “These individuals provide an outstanding leadership core in our program, and their designation as Texas Music Scholar is so very deserving.”

The following students earned this distinction:

• Nathan Jacob, 11th grade, Tenor
  Solo: Non-UIL Contest | TMEA: All-State
• Andrew Medeiros, 12th grade, Tenor
  Solo: Non-UIL Contest | TMEA: Region
• Kiley Mikijanis, 11th grade, Alto
  Solo: Non-UIL Contest | TMEA: Region
• Hailee Morris, 9th grade, Soprano
  Solo: Non-UIL Contest | TMEA: Region
• Nathan Peterson, 11th grade, Bass
  Solo: Non-UIL Contest | TMEA: Region
• Moira Sickler, 9th grade, Alto
  Solo: Non-UIL Contest | TMEA: Region
• Parker Smith, 11th grade, Bass
  Solo: Non-UIL Contest | TMEA: Area
• Jadon Williams, 11th grade, Bass
  Solo: Non-UIL Contest | TMEA: Area

The Texas Music Scholar award is given to high school students across the state who exemplify commitment, discipline, and leadership through their participation in music programs. This recognition reflects not only individual achievement but also the strength of Wylie East’s choir program and the commitment of students who strive for excellence both in and out of the classroom. Wylie ISD is proud of these students for representing their school and community at the highest level.