Valerie Coolidge

Education:

West Liberty State College ‘79-’83 Bachelors in Music Education.

Western Governors University ‘16-’18 Masters in ELL.

Endorsements:

Wa Certificate #534002A. Designated Arts:Music:General

English Language Learners

Arts Involvement:

Okanogan Valley Orchestra and Chorus. OVOC Big Band.

OVOC Brassworks Oroville Free Methodist Worship Team

Tonasket Community Band and Choir

Civic Involvement:

Highland Community Support Coalition/Arts Coalition. Oroville Grange Paloma Member

ASSE Exchange Student Area Representative

Employment History:

Tonasket Choice High School: Advisor, Secretary, Internship Coordinator, Guitar Class 2024-present

Oroville Jr/Sr High Music Program Director 2017-2024

Shoreline Children’s Center 1998-2015

Lynnwood Children’s Center Director 1987-1998

Career Highlights:

2024 Nine Superior Ratings in Solo and Ensemble, in HS Band, JH Band and Choir Large Groups, with two exceptional students accepted to State Solo and Ensemble. The Oroville Band parents and community raising $7000 to completely replace thirty year old band uniforms.

Being an Advisor, Secretary, Internship Coordinator and Guitar Class teacher at the Tonasket Choice High School. Accompanying two TCHS students to Denver, Colorado to participate in the Leadership Summit in December, 2024. Placing twenty-five students into Internships that reflect their passions and interests, in turn gaining Real World Learning and experience.