ABOUT ME:
My name is Mr. Datsko, and this year marks my 22nd year teaching music at Lower Merion HS. Over the past 22 years I have taught music in many iterations and forms - conducting the bands, directing the pit orchestra for PLAYERS musicals, as well as developing and starting a music technology course.
Some other data points about me:
Graduated from Penn State with my B.S. in Music Education
Graduated from The University of the Arts with an M.M. in Education
Graduated in West Chester University with an M.A. in Instrumental Conducting
Prior to teaching music, I have held all of the following jobs (mostly throughout high school and college):
Short order cook at Chi-Chi's
Forklift operator for Heinz
Gas pump jockey for BP
Telemarketing (I'm not proud of this one, but I was good at it)
I really enjoy magic, and if pressed can show you a card trick or two.
When not making music or teaching, I enjoy spending time with Mrs. Datsko and our son Henry, more often than not shaking our heads at the terrible bakers on "Nailed It!"