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Episode 10 of Bulldog Pride Podcast - Tenacious & Revolutionary: Senior Band Spotlight!

Our latest podcast episode celebrates the heart and sound of Iola Band! Host Amanda Rollert sits down with Band Director Mr. Taylor Fowler and six outstanding seniors who share what makes band life so special.

Featured seniors:

  • Haley Hejl - Head Drum Major
  • Fallon Smith - Assistant Drum Major
  • Emmy Renfro
  • Addy Cerrillo
  • Blake Whitaker
  • Steven Chavez

Mr. Fowler reflects on his first year at Iola and this incredible senior class: "I wish they weren't seniors so I could get to spend more than just this one year with them." He shares how the band scored Division 1 at marching competition for the first time in 5-6 years—a moment that transformed the program's belief in what they can achieve.

These seven-year band veterans share powerful insights about leadership, consistency, and the dedication that goes into every performance. They reveal what people don't see: the hours in the Texas sun perfecting shows, the challenge of staying consistent when you're tired, and how upperclassmen must keep the bar high because younger students look up to them.

The conversation includes favorite stand tunes, the funniest memories, and each senior describing band in one word.

The episode wraps with a competitive round of Spike's Top Dog Trivia testing their knowledge across music, food, sports, and pop culture!

Listen now on Apple or Spotify to celebrate these remarkable seniors and the band program they've helped elevate!

Student Request for Bus Transportation

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Use this form to request bus transportation for new enrolling students, and to make a change to your current bus transportation needs.

 

Student Transfers

As of 9/22/2025, Iola ISD  Is no longer accepting student transfers. Email transfers@iolaisd.net if you have any questions.