Tavaris Marlow Returned to Teach at Brewbaker Middle
The veteran educator has taken his expertise back to the Montgomery middle school classroom this fall.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Secondary Education
Tavaris Marlow has returned to teach band at Brewbaker Middle School in Montgomery. The educator continues to serve as an assistant band director at JAG High School alongside his new middle school role.
Why it matters
Marlow believes that the classroom setting is where he can best connect with and thrive among young students. He utilizes a focus on discipline to help prepare his pupils for success both inside and outside of the school building.
Tavaris Marlow brings nearly 15 years of total teaching experience to his position at Brewbaker Middle School. He previously held teaching roles at Georgia Washington School and McKee School.
The players
Tavaris Marlow
He is a veteran educator with nearly 15 years of experience who previously trained at Alabama State University and participated in the band at Sidney Lanier High School.
Brewbaker Middle School
This Montgomery middle school serves as the primary site for Marlows current band instruction.
JAG High School
This educational institution serves as the location where Marlow continues to serve as an assistant director of bands.
The details
Marlow emphasizes the importance of discipline as a foundational tool for student development in his band programs. He splits his professional time between his primary teaching duties at Brewbaker Middle and his work as an assistant director of bands at JAG High School.
Timeline
September 2026: Tavaris Marlow is teaching for the current school year.
Roadmap
Marlows return to the classroom follows the pedagogical foundations established during his training at the Alabama State University music program. His career trajectory highlights the ongoing efforts of veteran music educators to cultivate local talent by bridging the gap between middle and high school programs.
Students at Brewbaker Middle School can now expect a curriculum focused on personal discipline and musical instruction led by a veteran teacher. Parents and residents should anticipate continued engagement between the middle school and the JAG High School band programs throughout the academic year.
The takeaway
Effective music education often requires a multi-year commitment to building student character through consistent practice. Educators like Marlow demonstrate how foundational classroom discipline can translate into long-term personal success for students as they transition toward high school.
Further reading
For more on the local school environment, see the Secondary Education section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wsfa.
