Lynbrook Schools Hires New Director Of Fine And Performing Arts

LYNBROOK, NY — It's the changing of the guard at Lynbrook public schools. Adrianna Schaefer has been named the incoming director of fine and performing arts. She replaces longtime director Joseph Pallotta, who is retiring to close out the school year. Schaefer is officially on the job as of July 1, according to the school district.

She brings an extensive music background to Lynbrook.

Most recently, she was chairperson of music and orchestral director at Woodland Middle School in the East Meadow Union Free School District. Schaefer also served as administrator of East Meadow's summer music program.

"I am so excited and thankful to be joining such a prestigious and welcoming school district," Schaefer said via release. "I am most looking forward to forming meaningful relationships through shared visions with the students, parents, faculty and the entire Lynbrook community."

She received her bachelor of arts degree in music education from the University of Rochester, Eastman School of Music. She then attended CUNY Lehman College where she earned her master of arts in teaching for music.

Throughout her career, Schaefer has organized more than 100 community performances and charitable events as a Tri-M Music Honor Society adviser. She also served as orchestra chairperson for Nassau Music Educators Association Festivals.