Welcome to the Director's Page
Michael Dye is in his 20th year as choral director at Niceville High School, his 34th year as a choral music educator. A native of Arkansas, he received the Bachelor of Music Education Degree from Henderson State University and the Master of Music Education from Arkansas State University. He conducts all six of the primary choruses at Niceville High School and is the director of the choral music program. Mr. Dye serves as the Vice-President of the Florida Vocal Association, having completed his two-year term as President in June. His is married to Wanda Thomas Dye. They have two sons, Dr. Matthew Norton and Timothy Norton, an Opus One alum and graduate with a Bachelor of Music Degree in Musical Theater from Florida State University. For questions about the choral program you may e-mail Mr. Dye at dyem@mail.okaloosa.k12.fl.us or may call the chorus room office at (850) 833-4262.
Georgia native Jennifer Vest has been selected as the new choral music assistant at Niceville High School. She has been on the job since Monday. Ms. Vest holds a Bachelor's Degree in Voice and Piano from Shorter University in Rome, Georgia. She has been an active, professional church musician for the past several years. Ms. Vest's three children, Hillary, Colton and Claire are students at NHS and members of the NHS Chorus.