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Loren's work combines: Music, Education, and Teaching / Mentoring
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
John F. Kennedy HS
Bachelor's Degree
Instrumental Music Education
California State University, Fullerton
Graduate Degree
Teaching Credential in Music
California State University, Fullerton
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Director of Instrumental Music:
Bachelor's Degree: Instrumental Music Education
Graduate Degree: Teaching Credential in Music
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life has been direct
1.
Graduated from CSUF with a B.A. in Instrumental Music Education
2.
Pursued a teaching credential in music
3.
Gained student teaching experience at Yorba Linda High School and Bernardo Yorba Middle School
4.
Became a teacher at Raymond Elementary School
5.
Taught at Canyon Springs High School and John F. Kennedy High School
6.
Was awarded the Director of Instrumental Music position at Valley View High School
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Teachers:
I was often told that I was not ready to pursue a career in music while in school. Additionally, I was told that I was not talented enough or that I would not make it.
How I responded:
I believed in my own ability and proved the haters wrong through my hard work. Understanding that there will always be naysayers along the way, I was able to push past the criticism that I received and succeed in my goals.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
Focusing on the end goal and believing in my own abilities.