Welcome to the Ellen Ochoa Middle School
Instrumental Music Program!
2025 - 2026
Welcome to the Ellen Ochoa Middle School
Instrumental Music Program!
2025 - 2026
Announcements & Reminders
2025 - 2026 School Year
Welcome back, instrumental music students and parents!
Forms/Information
CLICK HERE to find the required forms that must be filled out by September 8.
Teacher-approved Rental Shops
Be sure to only rent from one of the approved rental shops by CLICKING HERE. Rental flyers are at the bottom of the page.
Instrument Supplies
All students are required to have the necessary supplies/equipment with them at all times. CLICK HERE
Communication is key! I can always be reached via email. This is the best way to contact me.
Mr. Dignen: tim.dignen@pgcps.org
Upcoming Events
Check out our Google Calendar below
Instrumental Music Calendar
Middle School Honors Orchestra!
Two of our Astros auditioned for the PGCPS Middle School Honors Orchestra and were accepted into this prestigious ensemble.
6th Grade: Katerine M. - Viola
7th Grade: Kaylin G. - Cello
(First Chair - Principal)
Ellen Ochoa Middle School Ribbon Cutting Ceremony!
Wow! What an opportunity to meet the person who is named after
the building you attend.
Check out a video of our awesome student musicians and a few
after-photos taken with Dr. Ellen Ochoa herself!
Ribbon Cutting Performance
Dr. Ochoa's remarks from our
ribbon cutting!
Music Advocacy