Frank Morris Outstanding Member of the Year Award

In 2017, the Executive Board voted to establish an "Outstanding Member of the Year" award
in honor of long time member and friend, Frank Morris. 


This award will be given at the annual meeting each year. The award will be presented to a current MJA member in good standing
who has exemplified the spirit, character, and passion that Frank Morris brought to our activity.


Nominations will be accepted from current members in good standing and the deadline for each year is December 31. 


Click here to submit a nomination for the 2024 recipient
The 2024 recipient will be awarded at the annual meeting in January 2025

Jeffrey Smith

Posthumously named the 2023 MJA "Frankie Award" Member of the Year


The MJA Board voted unanimously to award Jeffrey Smith the Frank Morris Outstanding Member of the  Year award.
Jeffrey had an incredible influence on the marching arts activity.  His long career in music contributed to
many students, instructors, and judges through his vast knowledge and expertise.
Jeff will be missed but never forgotten.


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