Dr. Brian McDaniel
Dr. Brian McDaniel, a 2018 California Teacher of the Year and 2019 Global Teacher Prize Top 50 Finalist, is the Director of Bands & Instrumental Music at Rancho Mirage High School. Since 2006, Dr. McDaniel has successfully built award winning Elementary, Middle and High Schools music programs, serves in Leadership with various school and education organizations, and is passionate about helping students overcome obstacles through academic opportunities. He founded The Regiment, his student-led music organization that serves as a safety net for students; helping kids to overcome the trials of school and life. The Regiment continuously improves school climate and academic performance by living up to their motto of being “Beyond All Expectations”.
Dr. McDaniel earned a Bachelor's of Music Degree in Instrumental Music Education from California State University, Long Beach, a Masters’ of Arts Degree in Education in Curriculum and Instruction from California State University, San Bernardino and a Doctorate of Education in Leadership: Educational Justice at the University of Redlands. Dr. McDaniel is a formally trained euphonium player and trombonist. He resides in Cathedral City, California with his wife and six children. |