After careful consideration, the Jim and Carolyn Fern Scholarship Committee voted on one outstanding applicant to receive the award for 2006. This year, the committee awarded the Jim and Carolyn Fern Scholarship to Jacob Hein.

Jacob is dedicated in all areas of music education. His experience in teaching band, music theory and general music support that he has explored his options and all facets of music education. Jacob is a senior attending Murray State University where he is very active in the Murray State CMENC Chapter. Mr. Hein participated in the KMEA Inter-Collegiate Band in 2004 and 2005, as well as many Murray State Instrumental Ensembles throughout his college career. Appearing on the Dean's List numerous times and holding a high overall GPA exhibits Jacob's dedication to his studies, in addition to his music.

KMEA is proud to honor Mr. Jacob Hein with the 2006 Jim and Carolyn Fern Music Education Scholarship who has shown to be dedicated to the field of music education. We wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors, as we are sure he will be a success in all he pursues.