About

Who We Are

We are a group of parents, family members, and community supporters who love music and want to help the music programs at Indian Valley Local Schools. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, we work hard to support music education and create a strong community for our young musicians.
You can read more about us in our IV Music Boosters Constitution & Bylaws.

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Our mission is to support the music programs at Indian Valley Local Schools through:

  • Fundraising: We organize events to raise money that helps provide instruments, supplies, and other needed resources.
  • Volunteering: We lend a hand at various music events and fundraisers throughout the year.
  • Communication: We promote communication between directors, parents, families, and the community—as we all work together to support students.

We believe music education is essential for our students and we see the results firsthand every day. It helps them grow creatively and teaches them important skills like teamwork and dedication. We want to support our teachers and students so they can have these skills for life.

Your support can make a big difference. Here are some ways you can help:

Attend Performances: Show your support by coming to concerts and shows! Check out our Events page for what’s coming up.

Attend Music Booster Meetings: Meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the high school multipurpose room. A typical meeting lasts about an hour and is a great way to hear and share ideas about the planning process for our behind-the-scenes work. View Meeting Recaps.

Volunteer: We need volunteers for events and fundraising efforts. Your time and support matter!

Support Our Fundraisers: Join in our fundraising events, become a sponsor, or make a donation.

2024-2025 Officers

Tracey

Tracey Sprowl

President

Read Tracey’s Bio

Tracey is a graduate of Indian Valley along with her husband of 29 years and their six children, all of whom are IV graduates with the exception of one daughter who is currently in high school. Tracey has been an active volunteer in the district since 2001, participating in various organizations such as PTO, PWTA, Boosters, and FFA Alumni. Her interests include traveling and spending time with her family.

She especially appreciates the sense of family within the music program at Indian Valley and says competitions are her favorite events. “Our kids go out and do their best, and the feeling of pride when they walk off the field is indescribable.”  She looks forward to the upcoming season!

Tabitha

Tabitha Johnson

Vice President

Read Tabitha’s Bio

Tabitha holds an Associate of Arts in English and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Kent State University, and is currently pursuing her Master of Library and Information Science from the University of Kentucky. Tabitha is the Branch Supervisor at Tusky Library, serves on the board of T4C, is a member of the Gnadenhutten Fireworks Festival Committee, and is a semi-professional band prop pusher.

What Tabitha loves most about the IV music program is the camaraderie that is built among the families. “The pride felt when watching the students perform after all their hard work is the best feeling ever.” When she’s not working, Tabitha enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, obsessing over Walt Disney World, and being outdoors. 

Beth

Beth Goodwin

Vice President

Read Beth’s Bio

Beth graduated from Indian Valley in 1999 and Kent State in 2002 and has been a registered nurse since 2002. During high school, Beth participated in marching band, playing clarinet and bassoon. She was Field Commander her last two years of school.

She has a passion for animals, crocheting, and running. Her favorite thing about band is listening to the music.

Jamie

Jamie Piatt

Treasurer

Jen

Jen Stover

Secretary

Read Jen’s Bio

Jen is originally from Indiana and graduated from Franklin Central High School in 1995. She currently works as an office manager for a small manufacturing company in Uhrichsville. Jen’s interests include traveling to the mountains of Tennessee and the beaches of Florida.

She has two daughters who are both currently in color guard. Jen loves band competitions and watching all the performances.

Special Thanks To:

  • Lisa Davis
  • Brenda Frye
  • Daisy Glazer
  • Kurt Glazer
  • Justin Goodwin
  • Melony Gray
  • Adam Gump
  • Amber Gump
  • Matt Hopkins
  • Michael Johnson
  • Kole Kaltenbaugh
  • Chris Lewis
  • Missy Martin
  • Ron Martin
  • Nicole Mullins
  • Tami Neininger
  • Jen Radcliff
  • Shawn Sprowl
  • Whendy Thornton
  • Allison Walton

Band

Mr. Dan Lenzer directs the Indian Valley Braves Marching Band, with assistance from Ms. Becky Calvin and Mr. Aaron Davis as Assistant Directors. Mrs. Melanie Glazer leads the Color Guard. The Marching Band performs at local events, parades, halftime shows, and OMEA competitions. Additionally, the HS Marching Band travels to Walt Disney World and Chicago for performances and workshops. 

For more information on OMEA Adjudicated shows, please visit the OMEA website. 

Mr. Lenzer directs the IVHS, MS, and 5th Grade Concert bands. These bands participate in school concerts, events, and OMEA adjudicated Solo and Ensemble contests. 

The Indian Valley Pep Band performs at all home varsity boys’ basketball games.

Choir

Mrs. Melanie Glazer directs the Indian Valley Choral programs. The choirs participate in local and school events, perform during pre-game at football games, and take part in OMEA Solo and Ensemble contests. Our big event of the year is Night on Broadway. 

The Vocal Music Programs also include the HS jazz ensemble, Test 31, which performs locally, at school events, and concerts. 

The Vocal Music programs travel to Walt Disney World and Chicago for performances and workshops. 

The IVMS 7th and 8th grade choirs perform a musical every year and also perform for the community at school concerts.

K-5 Music

Mrs. Lindsay Trushell leads the music programs for grades K-5, and Mr. Dan Lenzer leads the 5th grade band. 

The Elementary music programs perform at school concerts and events for the community.