Peyton Beebe
Peyton Beebe is an aspiring music educator. Peyton grew up in Bethany Beach, DE, coming from the Indian River School District. Since the 5th grade, she has shown her passion and love of music all throughout her schooling career. She is currently in her fourth year at West Chester University, studying Music Education with a concentration in Oboe. Peyton is finishing up her last semester of classes and is preparing to enter student teaching next semester. Peyton is involved in WCU’s NAfME-C Chapter serving as Community Outreach Chair, and is a Brother of the honorary band fraternity Kappa Kappa Psi, serving as their Assistant Vice President of Membership. She is on the Dean’s List and has been involved in the Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band, Symphony Orchestra, Wind Symphony, Concert Band, Basketball Band, and more. Peyton interns for Music Service Learning, and has taught for Windish Productions and the Advanced Music Network. Peyton couldn’t be more excited to enter the music education field, and cannot wait to bring her SEL and empathetic approach to the classroom. Peyton has loved being able to intern for F-Flat this semester!
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Three things you can do that will help you hit the “reset” button mid-year
Ah….winter break. Every December (and also in February, because I live and work in New England), I’ve always gotten the “itch” to just be done. Done with teaching. Done waking up early and driving to work [...]
Commercializing Cross-Cultural Instrumentalist Strategies
Abstract This interview with Néstor Torres, facilitated by Dr. José Valentino, explores Torres’ journey as a cross-cultural instrumentalist and his approach to blending diverse musical traditions into a unique artistic voice. Torres shares his experiences in [...]
The Pen of Life: Authorship, Authenticity, and Authority in Creative Enterprise
Abstract This article explores the challenges and opportunities faced by creative entrepreneurs in reclaiming authenticity and authority in their work. It introduces the Authentic Path Framework, a five-step guide that emphasizes introspection, rejecting conformity, embracing innovation, [...]
Respecting Time: The Silent Currency of Creative Entrepreneurship
Abstract This editorial, co-authored by José Valentino Ruiz, Ph.D. and guest entrepreneur, Robert Acevedo Jr., underscores the importance of respecting time as a cornerstone of professionalism for creative entrepreneurs, musicians, and educators. By addressing the pitfalls [...]
A Realistic Take on Creating Opportunities for Student Agency
With both of my sons now in middle school, and my husband and I both working, getting ready for work in the morning and getting the boys ready for school can be a little chaotic. Do [...]
The Art of Readiness: Nurturing Creativity Beyond Compensation and Opportunity
Abstract This article explores the importance of cultivating creative readiness by engaging in craft for the sheer love and joy of it, independent of external validation or compensation. It emphasizes the need for creative entrepreneurs to [...]