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Welcome to 2-8 grade music!

     My name is Ms. Ritchey.  I have a Bachelor's degree in All Level Music from Liberty University in Virginia.  I have taught general music and choir in public and private schools as well as private voice and piano lessons. I also sang back up vocals and recorded with a travelling Christian band for several years before moving to San Antonio.  I have a passion for praise and worship.  I live with my 9 year old daughter here in town.

     After meeting with Mrs. Anderson this summer, it is clear that I have big shoes to fill.  This will be a year of transition; and I am praying for the Lord's guidance in all of the planning.  I have met with several St. Luke's students and also watched dvds of previous performances.  It is exciting to see such incredible musical talent here at St. Lukes.

     I look forward to continuing with the wonderful Core Knowledge curriculum that has been implemented for for 2-6 grades.  I will also be bringing some new things to the students.  For example, third grade will be learning the recorder as a practical way of applying music theory with the incentive of playing a musical instrument  for their peers.

     I look forward to working with the 7-8 grade choir and drama classes.  I know I am fortunate to be coming into such a well established choral program.  This will be my first year to teach a middle drama class, but  I  have  directed  and acted  in several  productions over  the  years.  I know we are going to have fun.   I look forward to doing one act play as well.

I so look forward to meeting you all!
Blessings and Thanks,
Kelly Ritchey
2-8 grade music
St. Lukes Episcopal School