Dr. Shane Padgett

• Current Role: 

Connections Coordinator

• • • I will be both teaching and developing a Connections program which will allow students to have consistent access to Music, Art, and PE.

• Educational Background: 

  • Valdosta State University (2007), Bachelor of Music Education

  • University of Florida (2009), Master of Music in Trumpet Performance

  • Liberty University (2022), Doctor of Music Education, D.M.E.

• Years in Education:

  • I have been in education for 12 years. I was an elementary general music teacher for 9 years, and an assistant principal for the previous 4 years.

The Heart of Your Classroom

• My "Why":

  • My “why” is the students! I love providing a music education experience for all students to spark their creativity, and provide opportunities for them to learn and grow.

• Classroom Philosophy:

  • I want every student to experience success and feel supported in my classroom. All students are able to be successful and all students deserve a safe and supportive learning environment…ALL MEANS ALL!!

• Favorite Subject/Topic:

  • Music education is my favorite subject. It is one of my life's great passions.

• Hobbies:

  • I enjoy going to the movies, playing golf, anything to do with the Florida Gators, spending time with my wife and friends, and traveling.

• Fun Fact: 

  • Something surprising about myself would be that I hold a 3rd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do martial arts.

• Favorites: 

  • Coffee – any kind of coffee as long as I can have a lot of it!

  • Book – The Lord of The Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien

  • Sports Team – Florida Gators

  • Color – Blue

• Pets/Family: 

  • I do not have any pets.

Contact 

• Best way to reach you:

  • Email – shanepadgett@lowndes.k12.ga.us

  • Phone – 229-245-2271 (PMLC front office)

• Office Hours/Planning Period:

  • Planning time – 2:30-3:30pm