This petition is a proposal to rename the NLCS Performing Arts Center to honor Guy H. Rumsey and his years of dedication to the Performing Arts.
Comments
#7
Because he SHOULD be honored!!(Bedford, 2019-11-03)
#11
I had the pleasure of learning music through Mr. Rumsey (and other great instructors). He is especially deserving of this honor, which is long past due.(Greenwood, IN, 2019-11-03)
#12
His impact was unparalleled to anyone in performing arts . This is a well deserved honor to a person who has impacted so many lives .(Bedford, 2019-11-03)
#16
Mr Rumsey is truly an exceptional man who wanted his students to excel in every aspect of their lives, especially in keeping music in their hearts and souls. His dedication and love for the kids and this community are immeasurable! Thank you for considering bestowing this honor on a truly deserving and talented educator. NLCS is blessed to have had this special teacher, mentor and leader, and fortunately for us, we are blessed Bedford is still his home.(Bedford, 2019-11-03)
#20
Mr. Rumsey was my music teacher in elementary, many many years ago.!!! His grandson, who passed away in 2003, was one of my very very good friends. Guy has always been so extremely dedicated to his work and he is such a wonderful family person.!!! The Performing Arts Center most definitely needs to be changed in honor of Guy Rumsey.!!!(Bedford, 2019-11-03)
#29
I had the pleasure of being a student of Mr.Rumsey for 6 years. I have fond memories of him supporting my love of music and teaching me to play the viola. I wish my children had the not and opportunity to learn from him!(Bedford, 2019-11-03)
#34
My love for music, including violin and all forms of vocal expression, began with Mr. Rumsey. He will never be forgotten and deserves this recognition.(Bedford, 2019-11-03)
#35
Guy Rumsey was my orchestra teacher 5th-12th grades. I am forever grateful for his teaching.(Bloomington, 2019-11-03)
#44
I'm signing this because I took lessons with Guy Rumsey for 8 years. He worked with us in Orchestra and choirs, all the musicals and specials. This man is an integral part of who I am and the people I raise my children to be. I still cherish this man everyday despite being out of school for the past 15 years. He is and always will be my favorite teacher and an overall amazing human being. God bless this man!(Bedford, 2019-11-03)
#45
Mr. Guy Rumsey is an excellent educator who was my beginning strings instructor. His early influence in my learning about music was paramount to moulding that knowledge into a successful high school band career, and I have maintained that knowledge and skill into adulthood. Renaming the PAC in his honor would be wonderful.(Bedford, IN, 2019-11-03)
#46
Well deserved!!(Bedford, 2019-11-03)
#47
I attended NLCS and though I was never taught by Mr. Rumsey, I know many who were. Knowing his reputation in the community I believe his name being on the building is a fitting tribute to a man who gave so much to so many.(Portage, MI, 2019-11-03)
#52
Mr. Rumsey was instrumental in many children developing a love for all genre's of music. He was real with his students and their parents. What you saw is what he was. This is a great honor and I can't imagine anyone who deserves it more.(Bedford, 2019-11-03)
#53
I have great memories of being in orchestra in elementary school with Mr. Rumsey and later he was band director when my brother as in band @BNL. Mr. Rumsey has dedicated his career to the students of BHS & BNL.(Indianapolis, 2019-11-03)
#57
Mr. Rumsey greatly supported and encouraged my love of music. Such a deserved honor.(Bedford, 2019-11-03)
#65
Mr. Rumsey was my orchestra instructor and my daughter's. We both think the world of him.(Bedford, 2019-11-04)
#74
Because of the programs that Guy Rumsey helped nurture, I now am a tenured professor with a PhD in music. He deserves this at the very least.(Morris, MN, 2019-11-04)
#78
Mr. Rumsey was a fixture at BNL and a fantastic educator. He deserves recognition for all his years of service to the youth of Lawrence County.(Orleans, 2019-11-04)
#79
I'm signing because I was a student of Mr. Rumsey's. He taught me to play two instruments, and some of my fondest memories of school are of my lessons with him. I had the good fortune to play at the BNL Performing Arts Center, and I fully support renaming it in recognition of this wonderful educator.(Strugis, 2019-11-04)
#80
Well deserved lifetime dedication(Bedford, 2019-11-04)
#85
Guy Rumsey was one of the most influential music teachers I was taught by in my time in NLCS. He brought me to BNL early to take part in musicals as a child, something I likely never would have done without him, and I learned a great deal under him as a young violinist. He truly deserves this honor having dedicated so many years of service tirelessly working for this NLCS music programs.(Bedford, 2019-11-04)
#100
Mr. Rumsey was a very big part of my grade school through high school years. I was in band and honor band for all of those years and his guidance was a huge part of what I learned during this time. He was a great influence to so many.(Bedford, 2019-11-04)
#103
BNL Class of 1996.(Bloomington, 2019-11-04)
#104
Former BNL graduate 2002(Mitchell, 2019-11-04)
#105
Mr. Rumsey is a legacy of the performing arts center, and it is only fitting that he is honored this way.(West Seneca, 2019-11-04)
#107
He was a good teacher for my daughters and was choir director at our church, too. So dedicated to music education.(Bedford, Indiana, 2019-11-04)
#112
Mr. Rumsey has had a great impact on my 18 years of being a musician. It's never something he would ask for, but it's something he deserves.(Bedford, 2019-11-04)
#113
great idea(Bedford, 2019-11-04)
#117
I played violin, Mr Rumsey was one of the best teachers I ever had. Tough but only pushed you because he saw the potential that individual had.(Bedford, 2019-11-04)
#119
Mr. Rumsey’s passion for our school and arts community deserves to be honored. I can think of no more fitting tribute for his years of dedicated service.(Bloomington, 2019-11-04)
#121
What a wonderful honor to an inspirational teacher and artist of music!(Bedford, 2019-11-04)
#122
Guy deserves this recognition.(Bedford, 2019-11-04)
#123
Very well deserved(Mitchell, 2019-11-04)
#130
I'm signing this petition because I know just how dedicated Guy Rumsey was to the music program at NLCS during his tenure with the schools. He gave so much and helped many students develop a love of music.(Bedford, 2019-11-05)
#137
I agree with everything that has been said about Guy.(Bedford, 2019-11-05)
#138
Mr Rumsey was a monumental force in my musical education. I have many memories of him conducting orchestra on the pac with his iron fist wrapped around his baton.(Bloomington, 2019-11-05)
#141
Guy Rumsey made a huge impact on my life when I was in school.(Ivanhoe, 2019-11-05)
#142
Proud alumni of the NLCS Orchestra program and it was an honor to work along side Mr. Rumsey to help the Community Concerts at BNL.(Indianapolis, 2019-11-05)
#147
Mr. Rumsey is an icon for music education in Lawrence County.(Bedford, 2019-11-05)
#150
My Uncle Guy Rumsey is extremely deserving of such an honor.(Yardley, 2019-11-06)
#155
I am one of the early students in Guy's career who was guided and inspired. Guy was one of the Lord's musical instruments.(Indianapolis, 2019-11-06)
#157
I will never forget Mr. Ramsey and his dedication.(Newburgh, 2019-11-06)
#158
Guy Rumsey was an incredible educator and has left an indelible mark on all who were lucky to be called his students. What a dedicated and brilliant man he is, and he should be recognized as such!(Greenwood, 2019-11-06)
#163
I worked with Guy for many years when I worked at JW Pepper, selling him music for the various groups in the district. He was always very organized and professional. Very easy person to work with.(Noblesville, 2019-11-07)
#165
Guy was my orchestra director throughout high school. He challenged me and helped me to grow as a musician. He inspired me to study music education in college.(Indianapolis, 2019-11-07)
#171
I feel this is a good move to make and I would like to honor Guy Rumsey for all he has done for this community.(Bedford, 2019-11-07)
#172
I played the violin under Rumsey’s direction and it was always musically rewarding.(Bedford, 2019-11-07)
#174
Like so many other music students that went through Bedford North Lawrence music programs, I had many wonderful teachers. Mr Rumsey always set a professional, respectful and safe environment in which to learn music and the arts. He always provided opportunities for so many of us to learn the love and appreciation of music. I fondly remember some of the high school musicals in which I could take part in the musical orchestra. His passion for music and teaching were obvious to all his students and their families. And Knowing a little bit about him personally, I can think of no one who deserves this honor for his selfless devotion to the wellbeing and mentoring of so many Lawrence county children throughout his long tenure.(Mount Prospect, 2019-11-07)
#175
I'm signing because I was a student and i would like to see him recognized.(Springville, 2019-11-07)
#180
I think this is a fabulous idea!(Bedford, 2019-11-09)
#181
I am a former student of Mr. Rumsey. When I look back at most of my memories of high school, I think about my orchestra class. He very much inspired me to keep working hard and trying my very best at everything I did. He deserves so much recognition for all of his dedication and hard work for the school system!(Bedford, 2019-11-09)
#183
This is the least we can do for a man who spent his life introducing children to the love of music. This would be well deserved.(Bedford, 2019-11-09)
#184
This is a fantastic idea!(South Bend, 2019-11-09)
#186
Me. Runway was an important part of my high school career. The music program benefited from his knowledge, understanding and abilities as a teacher. I’m thankful to have fond memories of him!(Bedford, 2019-11-09)
#190
Guy Rumsey deserves this honor!(Boston, 2019-11-24)
#196
All three of my children benefitted from the instruction of Mr. Rumsey. Other teachers came and went, but he was a constant figure throughout their music education. They loved, respected, and most of all, didn't want to disappoint him. Adding his name to the PAC is fitting.(Avoca, 2020-01-17)
#197
He taught me violin from 5th - my senior year. I turned fort this year and still play.(Bloomington, 2020-01-17)
#198
Most deserving!Jay Black
NLCS Auditoriums Manager
(Bedford, 2020-01-17)
#200
Mr. Rumsey was unexpectedly there for me during a time when I struggled the most as a teenager. Selfless and perceptive in those moments, he was a wonderful teacher.(Indianapolis, 2020-01-18)