Shannon Binkley - Ms. B - was born into music and education.
She started kindergarten at age 4 in a Montessori school, and has never forgotten the independent learning modeled. She graduated from Lincoln East High School, the received her Bachelors of Education Degree from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. She took additional courses in middle level education and special education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Her professional experience includes training in GALLUP StrengthsFinder and serving as an in-home daycare/preschool provider. She is currently a highly-sought-after substitute teacher for Lincoln Public Schools. She also provides personal academic enrichment opportunities (tutoring) for students privately.
Ms. B began her own piano lessons at the age of 5, and continued private lessons until she graduated from high school. She continues to play at church and community functions, as well as accompanying for weddings and funerals. She has been teaching private piano lessons for 12 years, working with over 50 students ranging in age from 5-35 years old. Among those students are several learning with behavioral, mental and physical special needs. Her one-on-one approach encourages all students to succeed.
Ms. B started her violin career in 4th grade, taking public school orchestra classes and private instruction through high school. She still loves to play.
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