Bethany Fuscaldo

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Five Teachers, One Department: How Greenwich High School’s Music Faculty Shape a Shared Program

The department includes Michael Breaux, band director; Bethany Fuscaldo, orchestra director; Luke Rosenberg, choral director; Barbara Friedman, music production teacher; and Jason Polise, who teaches modern band, guitar, jazz ensemble, and electronic music. Continue Reading →

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From Rehearsal Rooms to Responsibility: Classroom Culture Shapes Student Action at Greenwich High School

“In Greenwich High School’s music classrooms, teachers say the work extends beyond learning notes, rhythms, and repertoire. Across band, orchestra, choir, and music production, students are expected to prepare independently, listen to one another closely, and take responsibility for outcomes that depend on the entire group….Last spring, those habits appeared outside the classroom. When band director Michael Breaux learned his position at Greenwich High School would not continue, students organized independently to advocate for the program and for him to remain.” – James Bonney Continue Reading →

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By Candlelight, Greenwich High School Musicians Steal the Show

The second annual Candlelight Concert was a collaboration across every major music department in the school, with multiple ensembles rotating through the evening. Choral, brass, and string groups each performed under the direction of their respective conductors, highlighting both the diversity of the program and the coordination required to unify so many musicians. Continue Reading →

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Greenwich Public Schools Announces Six Distinguished Teachers Award Recipients for 2025 

The entire GPS community is welcome to celebrate our amazing teachers at the Distinguished Teachers Award ceremony, set for 4:30pm on Thursday, May 8 at Central Middle School. Continue Reading →

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