R.J. Metteer: Nebraska State Bandmasters Association Duane E. Johnson Distinguished Service Award

Background

Lincoln Southeast High School band director R.J. Metteer received the 2024 Duane Johnson Distinguished Service Award from the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association. Southeast’s band program also received the NSBA Excellence in Academic Achievement Award this year.

Explanation

R.J. Metteer serves as the band director for Southeast High School overseeing marching band, concert band, jazz band and pep band ensembles. He is also chair of Southeast’s performing arts department.

The Nebraska State Bandmasters Association recently honored R.J. with the Duane E. Johnson Distinguished Service Award. This award recognizes those who have helped “make better bands for Nebraska.”

Long-time music educator Steve Steager said R.J.’s dedication to the state marching band festival played a key role in his selection:

“The best way to describe the Seacrest site is a well-oiled machine. From meeting with the judges, to hosting and escorting each band, to a well-stocked concession stand, there is not a detail that is overlooked. Everyone does their part to ensure the site is run smoothly. R.J. always has the best interest of NSBA in mind, making sure to communicate with the NSBA representatives throughout the day.”

Proposal

That the Lincoln Board of Education adopt the following resolution:  

WHEREAS, R.J. Metteer teaches music at Lincoln Southeast High School, and was recently honored with the Duane E. Johnson Distinguished Service Award by the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association; and 

WHEREAS, R.J. Metteer works collaboratively to build quality music programs in our schools and community; and 

WHEREAS, R.J. Metteer is committed to the success of students exploring their passions in music and the arts, and provides opportunities for all students to discover their musical abilities; and 

WHEREAS, R.J. Metteer is valued, respected and admired among his colleagues, not only at Lincoln Public Schools, but also across the state of Nebraska; 

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Lincoln Board of Education does hereby congratulate R.J. Metteer for being honored by the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association with the Duane E. Johnson Distinguished Service Award.

Updated June 11, 2024