Mr. Carpency is a graduate of West Chester University and holds Bachelor degrees in Music Education and Music Performance and a Master's degree in Music Performance. Mr. Carpency recently completed a Master of Education degree (focused in Instructional Technology) from Wilkes University and is certified as an Instructional Technology Specialist. This is Mr. Carpency's 10th year teaching 4th and 5th Grade Band to students at Pickering Valley, Springton Manor, and Lionville Elementary Schools.

Outside of school, Mr. Carpency plays flute and performs regularly with the Liberty Wind Symphony, Chester County Concert Band, SALT Performing Arts, and several other community music ensembles. In his spare time, he also enjoys watching college basketball and spending time with his 2 nieces and 2 nephews.