Travis Wittman is the Odessa Director of Bands.  This is his fifth year teaching in Odessa, he previously taught 6-12 Band at Wellington-Napoleon.   Mr. Wittman holds his bachelor's degree in K-12 Instrumental Music Education from the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg. Mr. Wittman's primary instrument is the tuba but he has a strong grasp of all brass instruments Mr. Wittman will lead the high school Symphonic band, middle school jazz band, 7th grade band, and 6th grade Woodwinds and Percussion.

Email: twittman@odessar7.net

Johnny Rotolo is a trumpet player and music educator who’s passionate about helping students grow through music. Originally from Blue Springs, Missouri, he graduated from Blue Springs South High School and went on to earn a degree in music education from the University of Missouri. While at Mizzou, he performed with both Marching Mizzou and the Wind Ensemble.

Before coming to Odessa, Johnny spent seven years as the band director at Sweet Springs High School. He currently stays active as a performer with the Marshall Municipal Band and the Marshall Philharmonic Orchestra.

When not teaching or playing music, Johnny enjoys visiting his nieces, Milly and Savannah, hanging out with his two cats, Kiwi and Cheddar, and watching the Royals

Email: jrotolo@odessar7.net

Paige Bockes is the Odessa Color Guard Director. This is her Third year working as head director. Paige also works as an educator at McQuerry Elementary in Odessa. Paige grew up in Blue Springs, MO, and graduated from Blue Springs High School in 2019. Studying at the University of Central Missouri, Paige graduated in 2023 with a bachelor's in Early Childhood Education with an additional minor in Music. She has performed with the UCM Fall and Winter Guard teams, including writing some choreography for their shows. 

Email: pbockes@odessar7.net