Natasha A. Henry-Rodriguez |
Natasha Ambria Henry-Rodriguez (she/her) is an American musician and educator of Caribbean descent. She started her teaching career at her alma mater, Fort Hamilton High School in NYC, and now teaches K-5 General Music in Pensacola. She holds a Bachelor of Music from Long Island University and a Master of Art, Master of Education in Music Education, and Master of Education in Educational Leadership from Teachers College, Columbia University. Currently a PhD student in Music Education at Liberty University, Natasha aims to inspire students to be lifelong learners of music through creating inclusive, diverse, and equitable learning environments.
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Using Lyrics as a Springboard for Songwriting with Students
Using Lyrics as a Springboard for Songwriting with Students [...]
Music By the People, For the People of Palestine
Established in 1993, the Edward Said National Conservatory of [...]
Research to Practice: Standards-Based Instruction
Consider what we are intentionally or unintentionally saying we value based on what we cover with our students throughout their time in our classrooms. And, just like that, a conversation about standards-based instruction has entered the chat.
Affirmation and Celebration: the F-flat Grammy Nominees
The Grammys have long been associated with all the [...]
Research to Practice: Self-Care is More Than Finding Your “Why”
I was speaking with a student teacher about experiencing burnout symptoms and why finding their preferred self-care practices is important. In our discussion, I had mentioned that the most commonly stated piece of advice (whether given as real advice or delivered with an eye roll) is to remember your “why.” Our discussion was helpful, but I realized that the field of teaching can be just as rewarding as it is prickly.
Let’s Play! Supporting the Creative Process in Music Class
Change and Growth I'm back. It has been a while. [...]