RACHAEL BALCOM

Teacher: K-12 Music: K-4 General Music, 5th grade Beginning Band, MS Band, HS Band, Modern Band, Choir, and Drumline

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in Music Education, Corban University
• Masters Degree in Music Education, University of Florida

At Craig Schools: Since 2017

In Alaska: Since 2017

Favorite aspect of job: The students! I love to create opportunities for them to explore music making and performance. I love teaching students to love music and use it more in their everyday lives.

Hobbies and other interests: Reading, crafting, hiking or going for walks with my dog. Hanging out on the beach.

If any community members would like to get involved with the music program at any of the levels, please contact me.