Carl Schneider is retiring after more than four decades of teaching, leaving behind a career that shaped not only a music program, but a community. Known for building one of southern Ohio’s most dynamic and inclusive music programs, Schneider’s legacy spans 43 years of dedication, creativity, and profound impact.

His career began and ended within the Adams County Ohio Valley School District, with his first stop being Manchester High School before transitioning to West Union High School. At Manchester, he began to refine his philosophy as a music educator. It was there that Schneider first recognized the importance of reaching students through multiple avenues, not just traditional band or choir programs. That early experience laid the foundation for what would become a signature part of h

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