"David's professionalism, openness, love of teaching and absolute commitment to help teachers to improve - rather than feel judged - was superb. He made a real difference to my school. David's visit with us changed the culture of openness to classroom observations, encouraged many staff to think deeply about their daily work and empowered staff to take significant risks in trying new techniques, or to question their practices...
D a v i d B e t a n c o u r t
...He was professional, hugely committed, fun to work with and above all else he brought an unquenchable energy to my school. As soon as he left we wanted him back!"
-Andrew Fisher, Headmaster,
Frensham Heights School, UK
FEATURED VIDEOS
Most Outstanding Faculty
Cerritos College, CA
Cerritos College Convocation,
Keynote Address,
Norwalk, California
“Teachers Need Love Too!”
TEDx
Southern California School Band and Orchestra Associating Honor Band,
Guest Conductor
Stand Up 4 Music
California Education Advocacy Day
California Capitol, Sacramento
STATEWIDE ASSOCIATIONS
Chair of 4CSD (California Community Colleges Council for Staff and Organizational Developments)
Immediate Past President of MACCC (Music Association for California Community Colleges)
ENGAGEMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Consultancy
Professional Development Residency,
City of London Freemen's School,
UNITED KINGDOM
Professional Development Residency,
Frensham Heights School,
UNITED KINGDOM
Keynotes
San Bernadino Valley College Convocation,
San Bernadino, CA
Cerritos College Convocation,
Norwalk, CA
City of London Freemen's School Prize Day,
UNITED KINGDOM
Frensham Heights Founders Day,
UNITED KINGDOM
Presenting
Southern California School Band & Orchestra Association, Young Teachers Conference, CA
California Association of Music Educators Conference, CA
Southern California School Band & Orchestra Association, Professional Development Conference, CA
Guest Conducting
Nevada All-State Honor Band, NV
Northern Arizona University 'Curry's Music Camp', AZ
Kansas State University Music Camp, KS
Kennewick Band Festival, WA