FISHERSVILLE, VA (Rocktown Now) — A school band in Fishersville has been named a “Virginia Program of Honor” for the 2024-2025 school year.

Under the direction of Timothy Desimone, Wilson Middle School’s 7th and 8th grade bands have been awarded a “Superior Rating” at Concert Assessment by the Virginia Band and Orchestra Director’s Association, according to an online announcement.

The VBODA is an organization of high school, middle school, and elementary school band and orchestra directors that helps promote music education opportunities for K-through-12 students within the Commonwealth.