Molly Brolaski, Director of Bands, joined the Marching Cougars family in 2022! Previously, they served as the Director of Bands at Parkville High School in Baltimore, MD. Mx. Brolaski holds a B.S.Ed. in Music from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, with tuba as their primary instrument of study. As an undergraduate, Mx. Brolaski performed with various music ensembles including the IUP Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Symphony Band, Tubaphonium Quartet, Concert Band, and beatboxed for a group called Hawkapella.

Molly Brolaski holds high expectations for their students. They believe that every student is capable of achieving greatness through hard work, dedication, and commitment. Mx. Brolaski believes that marching band can teach students many things: how to take life one step at a time, how to keep your chin up with pride, that every person plays an important part, and how to believe in oneself. 

"I was told that the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step... I didn't know those steps would be 8 to 5." -unknown

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For the past 12 years, Anna Lowrie has been instructing various color guards, and has devoted the past 4 of those years to the Marching Cougars. While color guard is a passion, she also teaches English at the high school. Originally from Philadelphia, she attended West Chester University to earn her teaching degree, was part of the Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band, and is a sister of the music service sorority, Tau Beta Sigma. 

In life, she believes that honesty, hard work, and determination are key to achieving one's personal success. Additionally, an unselfish generosity and a consideration for the needs of others is essential for becoming a well-rounded individual. Marching band - especially the color guard - has most certainly been that outlet for her to help others find their true selves.

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