Hello, my name is Mr. Pleasanton. I am a graduate of Delaware State University (2015). I hold a Bachelor of Arts in in Music Performance. I am a graduate of Liberty University (2023). I hold a Master ... of Arts in Music Education: Music Studies. My primary instrument is Flute. I have been playing flute since the 5th grade. I am highly motivated and energetic individual who has 23+ years of experience in music lessons impartation. Overall, in the East Baton Rouge School System, I have been teaching band for 4 years. My first year, I was the Assistant Band Director at McKinley Senior High School located in Baton Rouge, LA (2018-2019). At the high school level, I assisted in developing and implementing a program of instruction. I have instructed in the East Baton Rouge Parish School Systems as the Band Director at the middle school level (2019-2022) located in Baton Rouge, LA. At the middle school level, I direct middle school instrumental performances including marching band, concert band, jazz band, soloists, and ensembles, establish performance requirements, enforces academic requirements, and verifies each student’s eligibility to participate in band, coordinates activities with special groups, and provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including concerts, and community events. I have the honor and privilege of teaching a well diverse group of talented students. I’ve have had the opportunity to participate in several ensembles such as, marching band, concert band, woodwind quintet, and jazz ensemble. I have experience with solo work as well. During my career as a musician, I have had the opportunity to Perform at the Washington D.C. Navy Base (Howard University, School of Dentistry Awards Banquet, April 13, 2018. I’ve participated in the Kent County Honor Band (High School, 2005 & 2006) and I was an All-State Band (Candidate). I studied under Mrs. Maureen McDermott-Cannon (High School for 2 years) and Ms. Kathleen Smith (DSU 1 ½ Years). read more

Hi, my name is Mr. Pleasanton. I’m originally from Harrington, DE. I moved to Baton Rouge, LA to pursue my teaching career. I like to spend time with my wife and our 6 dogs, practice my instruments, ... ride scooters, eat, watch movies, listen to music, etc… I like the opportunity to spread the joy of music to the younger generation. Music is all around us and it’s up to us as music educators to understand the theoretical approach to instructing music to others. I’m always here to push students to reach their full potential. I can’t wait to get started! Mr. P. M.Mus.Ed.read more