Faculty
Mrs. Lynda Maccini Pavloff
Director of Music, East Bridgewater Public Schools
Choral Director, grades 7-12
Piano 1, 2, 3, 4, grades 9-12
Director, Rhythmix Vocal Jazz Choir
Director, Armonia Pop Choir
"Mrs. MP" has had the pleasure of teaching in EB since 2015. Before that, she taught in Walpole and Sharon. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Music Education from Syracuse University, and Master's degree in Music Education from Ithaca College. She believes that music develops the whole person: mind, body and spirit. Mrs. MP lives in Easton with her children Anastasia and Dylan, and golden retriever puppy Kiwi. She enjoys spending time with her family, watching football, working out, nature, gardening and cooking.
"Without music, life would be a mistake."
-Friedrich Nietzsche
Mr. Dan Hatchfield
Band Director, grades 7-12
Guitar 1 and 2, grades 9-12
Piano 1, grades 9-12
Director, Junior Jazz Band
Director, Brassanova
Mr. Hatchfield has enjoyed teaching in EB since 2014. He has earned his Bachelor's degree in Music Education at Bridgewater State University, and Master's degree in Music Education at the American Band College of Central Washington University. Outside of music, Mr. Hatchfield enjoys going for walks and hikes with his wife, son and dog. He is also a Boston sports fan.
"Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and cannot remain silent"
-Victor Hugo
Mr. Jake Sledziewski
General Music, grade 7
Rhythmworks, grade 8
Exploring Music, grades 9-12
Creating Music, grades 9-12
Director, Senior Jazz Band
After student teaching with Mr. Hatchfield in 2022, Mr. Sledziewski (a.k.a. Mr. S) is excited to begin his teaching career in East Bridgewater. He graduated with a degree in Music Education and Music Performance from UMass Amherst. Mr. S has taught grades 1-12 and has experience teaching music, chorus, jazz, band, and more! Alongside being an active performer, Mr. S enjoys hiking, biking, video games, and cooking. He is also an avid sports fan!
"Music can change the world because it can change people."
-Bono