The Sistersville Elementary School Choir performs during the art show.

The halls of Sistersville Elementary School were filled with merriment, music, and community spirit during the school’s annual art and music showcase, “SES Has Gone Bananas for Art.” The event featured a lively musical performance by the school choir showcasing the creativity and talent of the young musicians.

This year’s choir is under the direction of Mrs. Moss, who led the group in a performance that delighted the audience and highlighted the students’ hard work and musical growth.

Mrs. Olaru, art instructor, also extended heartfelt thanks to the many individuals who made this year’s event possible: Joyce Hagerty, Miss Analeigh Hayes, Mr. and Mrs. Carpenter, Mrs. Duke, the SES Art Committee, teachers and staff, volunteers, and everyone who played a role in this year’s show.

Members of the Squire Choir are the following students:

3rd Grade

Natalie Bolen, Rylee Haught, Madison Lewis, Jayda McLaughlin, Riley Morris, Logan Nolan, Omarion Rodriguez, Ember Smith, Jase Smith, Paisley Smith, Opie Tanley, Miah Todd, Nicole Williams, Alayna Wise, Lane Young and Lilliana Zills

4th Grade

Jase Dawson, Kenneth Ford-Hartline, Madelyn Johnson, Max McCaman, Sophia Nolaan and Adailya Tanley

5th Grade

Rylee Duff, Amilia Fullmer and Jubilee Weaver

Selections performed by the Squire Choir were “You’re A Grand Old Flag,”“Patriotic Song,” “Sing Your Song,” Words and Music by Greg Gilpin, “Old Joe Clark,” Traditional Arr. Paul Jennings.

The evening served as a reminder of the importance of the arts in education and the power of creativity in young minds. Congratulations to all the students and teachers who helped make this event a success!