2025-2026 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The following 26 Plano Independent School District students will receive a full academic year of weekly private instruction to support them in their musical growth:
Adalee Hibbs | Bowman Middle School | 7th grade | Clarinet
Angelo Cigarroa | Bowman Middle School | 7th grade | Trumpet
Jacob Segura | Bowman Middle School | 7th grade | Oboe
Percy Johnson, III | Bowman Middle School | 7th grade | Alto Saxaphone
Vivyan Wong | Bowman Middle School | 6th grade | Flute
Jenna Tahat | Bowman Middle School | 6th grade | Percussion
Jackelyn Salguero | Bowman Middle School | 6th grade | Flute
Axel Sanchez | Bowman Middle School | 7th grade | Alto Saxophone
Adriana Estrada Rodriguez | Bowman Middle School | 6th grade | Oboe
Keyla Ventura | Bowman Middle School | 6th grade | Clarinet
Palwasha Qazi | Bowman Middle School | 7th grade | Flute
Anaya Costict | Frankford Middle School | 7th grade | Cello
Victoria Oladipo | Frankford Middle School | 7th grade | Viola
Theodore Elder | Haggard Middle School | 6th grade | Cello
Lacamron Smith | Hendrick Middle School | 6th grade | Trumpet
Jeshrun Williams | Hendrick Middle School | 6th grade | Euphonium
Raiden Mejia | Hendrick Middle School | 7th grade | Trumpet
Vishwa Sairam | Otto Middle School | 7th grade | Percussion
Elvis Njambi | Otto Middle School | 7th grade | Percussion
Daen Rico | Otto Middle School | 7th grade | Tuba
Claire Jouvenat | Wilson Middle School | 6th grade | French Horn
Javier Montini | Wilson Middle School | 7th grade | Percussion
Feniah Porritt | Wilson Middle School | 6th grade | Viola
Elias Castillo | Wilson Middle School | 7th grade | Trombone
Gloria Medina | Wilson Middle School | 6th grade | Euphonium
Renata Espinosa | Bowman Middle School | 6th grade | Clarinet
Sponsored in part by
Sandy Nachman
Plano ISD Council of PTAs
STUDENT SELECTION CRITERIA
- Demonstrated financial need
- Current 6th or 7th grader in PISD
- Clear musical potential
- Student essay
- References
- Parent approval
HOW TO APPLY
Interested students in the 6th or 7th grade must complete a student application, a school music director referral form, and a second recommendation from a teacher, coach, or other adult who knows you well by the required application deadline date.
TIMELINE
Applications for 2026-2027 will open in Spring 2026.
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The purpose of the
PSO Education Scholarship Program
WHAT THE PROGRAM DOES
The PSO Education Scholarship program awards provides weekly private instruction for both fall and spring semesters to deserving students. Approved PISD private instructors are assigned to recipients by school music directors. 191 scholarships have been awarded in the program through school year 25-26!
The Plano Symphony Orchestra’s Musical Scholarship Program for deserving students is generously supported by partner organizations, including the Plano Independent School District Council of PTAs and the Plano International Festival in addition to all our generous patrons and supporters. Thank you!
