Carrie Styles is the choral director at Schoharie Jr/Sr High School in Schoharie, NY. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from The College of Saint Rose and a Master's Degree in Music Education from SUNY Buffalo State. Carrie is the recipient of a Governor’s Empire State Excellence in Teaching Award. In addition to her passion for music, Carrie is Schoharie CSD’s Equity Coordinator, serves as a member of the district’s Building Leadership Team and is the advisor for Schoharie’s Youth Belonging Leadership Team. She is an active member of NAfME and ACDA and is a vocal adjudicator for NYSSMA solo festivals.