89. Jessie Fuchs, Orchestra Director at Kell HS, in Marietta, GA, discusses an upcoming presentation at the ASTA national conference.

In this special episode, hosts Charles Laux and
Jessica Fuchs dive into their upcoming
presentation at the ASTA National
Conference:Compare, Contrast, Collaborate: Perspectives
from Early and Late Career Experiences.





Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of orchestra
education through the lens of both new and seasoned educators.
We’ll discuss classroom strategies, programming decisions,
mentorship, and the role of technology in today’s orchestra
programs. With a shared background in Cobb County,
Georgia, Charles and Jessie reflect on their unique
career journeys and how collaboration between different
experience levels can enhance teaching effectiveness.





Whether you’re just starting your career or have years of
experience, this episode offers valuable insights into the
challenges and rewards of orchestra education. Tune in to hear
firsthand perspectives on fostering community, adapting to
changing student needs, and navigating the ever-evolving world of
music education!





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Jessica Fuchs currently serves as Director of Orchestras at Kell
High School in Marietta, GA, where she has been since 2022. Prior
to her position at Kell, she served as Orchestra Director at Ola
Middle School and Co-Orchestra Director at Dodgen Middle School.
Under her direction, the orchestra programs increased in
enrollment and repeatedly received superior ratings at LGPE. As
an educator, Mrs. Fuchs strives to facilitate a creative,
engaging, purposeful, and inclusive learning environment for all
students.





A native of Acworth, Georgia, Mrs. Fuchs holds a Bachelor’s of
Music Education from the University of North Carolina Greensboro,
where she studied under the guidance of Dr. Rebecca MacLeod and
Dr. Fabian Lopez. During her time at UNCG, Mrs. Fuchs held the
position of Undergraduate Research Assistant and was the
recipient of the Community-Based Undergraduate Research and
Creativity Award in 2018. In 2020, her work on “Near-Peer
Mentorship: A Model for Private Music Instruction in an
Underserved Community” was published in String Research Journal.





Mrs. Fuchs serves as GMEA District 12 Orchestra Chair, GMEA
District 12 LGPE Coordinator, sits on the K-12 ASTA Committee and
CCSD Fine Arts Advisory Council. She is an active member of GMEA,
ASTA, and NafME and is a sought after Violin clinician in the
Atlanta area.


EMAIL: Jessica.Fuchs@cobbk12.org





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