05/23/2025
Wellsville Secondary School
Chapter 9700
Tri-M Honors Music Society
2025 Induction
It is a true honor to speak about the Tri-M Music Honor Society—a program that stands at the intersection of musical excellence, academic achievement, and dedicated service. Tri-M, which stands for “Modern Music Masters,” is more than just an honor society. It is a community of student musicians who lead by example—using their talents not only to enrich their own lives, but to uplift others through music.
Members of Tri-M demonstrate commitment, creativity, and compassion. They strive for excellence in their musicianship, maintain strong academic standards, and serve their schools and communities through musical outreach and volunteerism. Whether it’s performing for local events, or mentoring younger students, Tri-M members understand the true power of music: to inspire, to heal, and to bring people together.
To be inducted into Tri-M is both an achievement and a responsibility. It recognizes hard work, but also calls each of us to use our gifts for something greater than ourselves. Congratulations to our new members. Let’s continue to make a difference—one note at a time.
Music Participation
Candidates must have been enrolled in a school-sponsored music ensemble and/or class for at least one semester of the current school year. Participation in All-County, Area All-State, and NYSSMA Solo Festival is required.
Academic Achievement
Candidates must have maintained for the previous semester at least an A average grade or equivalent in music, with at least a B average grade or equivalent in other academic subjects.
Leadership
Tri-M provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate leadership skills through various activities, including chapter leadership roles and organizing service projects.
Service
Tri-M emphasizes service to the community, with members participating in music-related outreach and service projects.
Character
Character traits are responsibility, trustworthiness, fairness, caring, and citizenship, all crucial to Tri-M inductees.
Students 9-12 all earned their tokens of appreciation:
9th grade: certificate
10th grade: certificate & pin
11th grade: certificate, pin, and cord
12th grade: certificate, pin, cord, medallion & stoll for graduation
Community service was given in so many ways: SPCA, BBQ Fundraiser, Fire department, Marching Band, Salvation Army Red Kettle, and local nursing homes to name just a few.
Congratulations, WLSV Musicians!
