Stories

We are pleased to introduce our new band teacher, Mr. Matt Miller! Mr. Miller (second from the right in the family photo) earned his Music Education degree from Capital University in Columbus, Ohio. Matt's primary instrument is the trumpet, although he is trained on a wide variety of musical instruments. You may have heard Matt perform at our Veteran's Day Program.

Since graduating, Matt has been employed at Noteworthy Music, where he has several students who he continues to instruct. Matt heard about the band director from a posting that his mother saw, and he decided to apply. He wanted to be a teacher to inspire and lead students to do their best in everything they set their minds to. Matt expressed that he wishes to be a positive role model because, too often in our culture today, negative role models are highlighted more frequently than positive role models. When asked why he chose PCS, Matt replied, “I want to lead others to greatness and teaching is the best way I know how. I wanted the opportunity to help students, but also help this school develop a band program that will last.” 

This semester, Matt is laying the groundwork to launch one-on-one lessons next semester. These lessons would include instruction on various instruments, musicianship skills, and performance skills. He also hopes to have group rehearsals and possibly classroom instruction. Currently, Matt is working with the hand chime group this semester. Matt firmly believes that learning music is a worthwhile endeavor. He says, “Music is really cool, and you should consider getting involved in something if you have never before or haven't in a long time. Never listen to music at face value, dig deeper.” 

In his spare time, Matt is dedicated to training for a possible future in baseball. He is gifted and experienced in this area and feels he wants to be ready if God opens the door to that possibility. He also enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He says he is extremely competitive and brings that passion to everything he does. 

While Matt's own experience was in a public school, since joining the staff at PCS he has noticed that things at a Christian school are different. “I could tell right away that this staff and student body is a family. Everyone looks after each other and wants to see others find success. I never had that experience in high school by any means.” We agree that PCS is a special place, Mr. Miller!  We are so glad to have you on staff and look forward to your investment in the students and music program at PCS!