Professional Background:
University of the Incarnate Word
Bachelor of Music in Music Education
Kent State University
Master of Music in Music Education
My Texas teaching certification include:
All level of music (K-12th grade)
Federico Cardenas Jr, a San Antonio native and proud SAISD alumnus, is entering his 10th year of teaching in the upcoming school year. Mr. Cardenas holds a bachelor’s degree in music education from the University of the Incarnate Word and a Master’s degree from Kent State University. Last year, as the Associate Director at Lanier HS, he led the band program to a historic achievement, taking a second band to the UIL Concert & Sight-Reading contest and earning a sweepstakes. Before his role at Lanier HS, as the Director of Bands at Rhodes MS, his leadership led to consistent sweepstakes ratings at the UIL Concert & Sight-Reading contest, an Outstanding Performance Award at the Bluebonnet Classic, and numerous students earning spots with the TMEA Region 29 Band and Orchestra division. Mr. Cardenas also presented at the Texas Bandmasters Association and served as a clinician for many districts in the San Antonio area. He is a member of the Texas Music Educators Association and the Texas Bandmasters Association. Cardenas' acknowledgments of the support and inspiration he has received from teachers, colleagues, family, and friends speak volumes about his gratitude and the collaborative spirit he brings to his work. Federico Cardenas' story is one of relentless pursuit of excellence, not just for himself, but for every student he mentors.
Schedule
1st PD: Varsity Band
2nd PD: Instrumental Ensemble
3rd PD: Conference
4th PD: Instrumental Ensemble
5th PD: MS Visits/Instrumental Ensemble
6th PD: MS Visits/Instrumental Ensemble
7th PD: Instrumental Ensemble
8th PD: Non-Varsity
Tutoring Mon. 8:00-8:30 Tues. 8:00-8:30 Wed. 8:00-8:30