Moving Forward, But Remembering the Past

Next year, Isay heads to McCallum High School, the arts magnet school in Austin. He’s excited to play with new musicians, but worries he won’t be as talented as the others. His mother is proud, but she worries once he leaves the neighborhood he’ll become ashamed of where he grew up. Isay’s teacher, Jeffrey Hall, says one thing is clear: Isay won’t be able to miss as many school days and still keep up with the rigorous music program at McCallum.

Dove Springs: Turning the Corner - May 13, 2014 | Uncategorized