Chelsea L. Cook holds bachelor's and master's degrees in vocal performance from Clayton State University and Georgia State University, respectively. Shortly before finishing her graduate studies, Cook was ignited with a passion for teaching music. She eventually entered the field of elementary music education, where she initially struggled to gain footing. However, after years of adjustments and steadfastly holding onto her passion, she persevered.

Her “out-of-the-box” arrangements have endowed her advanced Orff ensembles with a distinct style that has garnered widespread praise within their community. Cook's work was so highly regarded that it elevated the program to become one of Dekalb County’s premier elementary to middle school music initiatives.

Accomplishments:

Her accolades include performances at the White House, the Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic, the Georgia Music Educators Association Conference (GMEA), four National Championships, and the William P. Foster Program of Distinction Award. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution listed her as one of the Top 10 Educators in the 2018 Celebrating Teachers Awards. Additionally, she was invited onto The Kelly Clarkson Show.

Certifications and Honors:

Cook was named the 2020–2022 Teacher of the Year at Dunaire Elementary and the 2022 Region IV Teacher of the Year for the Dekalb County School District. She is Orff Level 3 certified and completed her Masterclass certification under the leadership of Paul Cribari in June 2022 and again with Dr. Rene Boyer in July 2023.

International Tour:

From June 5-12, Cook took her ensemble on its first international tour to London, France, and Italy, with a special performance at EuroDisney in Paris.