Michael Simons signs with CMU

West Plains High School senior and Zizzer Pride Band standout Michael Simon, seated at center, signed a letter of intent to attend and play for Central Methodist University (CMU) in Fayette. A signing ceremony was held April 23 at the high school. Seated with Simons are his mother Samantha Simons, left, and father Matthew Simons. Back row: West Plains Band Director Zane Johnson; CMU professor of woodwinds and music theory Lucas White; Simons’ brother, Matthew Simons, who is also involved in the CMU music program; West Plains assistant band director A.J. Haessly; and Howell Valley band director and former West Plains R- 7 director of bands Jim Williamson.