Staff and Values
Eddie Owen
Eddie Owen serves as Director of Bands at Liberty High School where he co teaches Marching Band, conducts the Wind Symphony, Jazz Band, Woodwind Choir and also assists with middle school band at both Discovery and Liberty Middle Schools.
Mr. Owen holds a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from Missouri Western State College (now Missouri Western State University) and a Master of Music Education from the Conservatory at the University of Missouri – Kansas City. Mr. Owen began his teaching career at Excelsior Springs Middle School and High School and has also served at Oak Park High School and Staley High School.
Contact me at: eddie.owen@lps53.org
Brittany True
Brittany True serves as Associate Band Director at Liberty High School where she co teaches Marching Band, conducts the Concert Band, Brass Choir and several brass ensembles. She also assists at both Discovery and Liberty Middle School.
Mrs. True holds a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from Northwest Missouri State University and a Master of Music Education from the Conservatory at the University of Missouri - Kansas City. Mrs. True began her teaching career in 2014 in the Smithville School District as Assistant Band Director.
Contact me at: brittany.true@lps53.org
Theresa Brier
Theresa Brier serves as Director of Bands at Discovery Middle School where she teaches the Concert, Cadet, Beginning and Jazz bands. She will be assisting the Liberty High School bands as a woodwind instructor.
Mrs. Brier holds a Bachelor of Music degree from The University of Iowa. She began her teaching career in 2002 as an Assistant High School band director at two large high schools in Iowa. Mrs. Brier then spent several years home with her four children while also teaching private clarinet lessons, adjudicating events, and substitute teaching for area band directors. She is thrilled to be teaching instrumental music full time for Liberty Public Schools.
Contact me at: theresa.brier@lps53.org
LHS MISSION, VISION AND CORE VALUES
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We create opportunities for all to pursue their potential and positively influence society.
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We are committed to continuous improvement
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We believe: Community defines our culture, Learning is our passion, Empowerment inspires our growth, Accountability guides our actions, and Respectful relationships form our foundation.
BAND DEPARTMENT GOALS
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To promote and encourage superior playing skills and abilities of all band student.
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To provide the opportunity for a positive and creative musical experience.
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To develop life skills through an enriched musical environment.
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To foster progressive growth in the area of technical facility.
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To create an atmosphere of aesthetic musical quality.
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To instill a life-long appreciation of music.