MEET OUR TEAM

The Bluebonnet Children’s Choir team has seen firsthand the powerful impact children’s music programs can have on young lives. Music helps children learn to empathize, collaborate, and grow into caring, considerate individuals. Through participation in the choir, children share space with others who may be different from themselves, learning to support one another and grow together. Music fosters empathy, kindness, and a strong sense of community.
The Brazos Valley in south-central Texas is rich in history, tradition, and community, with Texas A&M University at its heart. This well-established region is supported by a deep sense of pride and connection among its residents. Through the Bluebonnet Children’s Choir, our leaders seek to carry that tradition forward by creating meaningful opportunities for children to give back and become active members of their community. Being part of something greater than oneself teaches kindness and encourages personal growth in ways few experiences can match.

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Our Board

Dr. Iana Iacob
President, Executive Committee Chair-Dr. Iacob served as Finance Officer for the 2024–2025 season, where she played a key role in enhancing the choir’s financial stewardship. She brings a strategic, systems-level approach to leadership, informed by her background in project management and engineering policy in the energy sector. A strong advocate for equitable access to the arts, she also has a history of community service, including volunteer work with immigrants and refugees in Houston.

Manish Rathi
Treasurer--Manish Rathi brings a strong background in finance, analysis, and operations to his role in Finance Officer. He works in financial and administrative leadership at Texas A&M AgrilLife Research, where he supports budgeting, planning, and complex project management. Manish holds the CFA designation and is passionate about using his financial skills to help the choir grow sustainably.

Dr. Matt Call
Board Member--Dr. Matt Call joined the Bluebonnet Children’s Choir board in 2025 after witnessing the positive impact of musical training on his own 7 children. He is an Associate Professor at the Mays Business School at Texas A&M University, where his award-winning research focuses on talent management, employee retention, and corporate alumni networks. In addition to publishing in top academic journals and contributing to the Wall Street Journal, Dr. Call is a devoted father of seven and an avid musician and outdoor enthusiast.

Laura Franks
Vice President--Laura Franks served as Board President from 2023 to 2025, leading the choir through key stages of growth with strategic vision and a deep commitment to its mission. She brings extensive experience in service-oriented leadership, with a background in music education, military family support, and advocacy for children with special needs. Ms. Franks holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and remains a passionate advocate for the transformative power of music in the lives of young people.

Joy McCoy
Interim Secretary, Audit and Operations Committee Chair--Joy McCoy, a founding board member of the Bluebonnet Children’s Choir, has served on the Board since 2023 and brings nearly two decades of experience as a music educator. She is the owner of a Kindermusik studio, where she fosters meaningful connections between children and caregivers through early childhood music education. Passionate about the transformative power of music, Ms. McCoy is dedicated to supporting the choir’s mission of nurturing a lifelong love of music and enriching the well-being of all children through joyful, inclusive musical experiences.

Valeria Escobedo
Enrichment and Community Board Member-- Valeria Escobedo is a local elementary music teacher who works closely with the choir directors and Executive Board to support the social-emotional and artistic growth of choir members while fostering strong relationships with their families. She also serves as the author of the Bluebonnet Newsletters and actively promotes local enrichment opportunities such as workshops, concerts, and performances in the Bryan–College Station area. Ms. Escobedo is passionate about music education and looks forward to another year of growth, connection, and musical exploration within the choir community.

Our Choir Directors

Sarah Howe and Jamie Mosley, choir directors, share a passion for bringing music to all children. Together, they have taught more than 6,000 students across middle schools, elementary schools, preschools, and private music studios. Both Jamie and Sarah are known for their ability to take a wiggly group of six- to fourteen-year-olds and, within a short time, have them singing in harmony—often learning a new song after just a few hours of instruction. Be prepared to be wowed by these two dynamic women.

Sarah McKneely Howe was born and raised in the Bryan/College Station area. She has a Bachelors of Arts in Music Education from Brigham Young University. A dedicated and seasoned music director with a distinguished record of over seven years in both public and private educational environments, her vision and ideas for music programming and community involvement is inspirational to all who are part of the musical experiences she creates. She has taught in a private voice studio for over 9 years, and is currently teaching at St. Thomas Early Learning Center as their music teacher. As a musician, Sarah has been an integral part of various choral productions and concerts, lending her beautiful Soprano voice to support the growth of many music programs.
You can email Sarah at [email protected]

Jamie Mosley can be described as "magic" with music and kids. She has a Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education from University of Iowa and a Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Sam Houston State University. She has an energy when working with elementary school-aged children that is unlike something anyone has seen. From her beloved “Paul the Ball” to self-arranged handbell accompaniments, she keeps children constantly engaged. Jamie loves arranging and creating special music just for Bluebonnet Children's Choir! Additionally, to keep up with her music passion, she is an extremely talented pianist and vocalist and is part of a trio of women who sing fun songs around the area at various events and functions.
You can email Jamie at [email protected]

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