Mrs. Clendennen is the Associate Director of Bands at J.T. Hutchinson Middle School in Lubbock, Texas. This is her first year at Hutch and is her first year in the profession. She earned her Bachelor of Music Education from Lubbock Christian University, where she was actively involved in various musical ensembles including the LCU Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, Pep Band, Praise Choir, Chamber Singers, and Forte.

During her time at LCU, Mrs. Clendennen gained valuable experience through her student teaching assignments at Frenship High School and Lubbock Cooper North Elementary. Her educational and musical interests include beginner-level woodwind instruction, wind ensemble and orchestral conducting, and playing the clarinet.