A Little About
​Myself.

  • I graduated from the University of New Orleans with a BA in Theatre in 2017.
  • This is my second year teaching at McKinley Middle.
  • I teach Talented Theatre and Stage Design. 
Google class codes: 
1st Period (TTH): 6nexwoe
2nd Period (TTH): qpdwtvd
3rd Period (TTH): un3snyz
4th Period (SD): wxr7kwa
6th Period (TTH): 2quuhof
7th Period (SD): ovddcml

Talented Theatre

 Principles of improvisation, theatre history, stage blocking, monologues, acting, short dramas, basic make-up and basic stage craft are covered. The course is a performance class. Students are expected to work diligently toward an excellent product. Reading, writing, rehearsing and memorizing are vital to success in Theatre Arts.
Supplies:
  • Composition Notebook
  • highlighters
  • pencils
 Class Rules: 
  • Be Prepared for class with notebook, writing utensil, and any other required materials
  • Display respectful behavior (to yourself, to me, and to the students around you)
  • Be responsible
  • NO phone or electronic device except to use in Google Classroom.
  • Participate in class by: 
    • Being open to constructive criticism in order to improve as a performer 
    • Contributing to the discussion without being rude, judgmental, or talking over someone else.
    • Being willing to put yourself out there and act
For more details, please see the syllabus below. 
Talented Theatre Syllabus: 
bankston_syllabus_2020_2021.pdf
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File Type: pdf
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Stage Design

Study historical background, plot development, story line, and character analysis in order to delvelop designs for set, costumes, props, lights, and sound. Activities will be designed so students can learn how to research, act, design, etc. 
Supplies:
  • Composition Notebook
  • Rulers
  • Pencils
  • Color pencils/markers
Grading:
  • Productions     60%
  • Daily                  40%
 Class Rules: 
  • Be Prepared for class with notebook, writing utensil, and any other required materials
  • Display respectful behavior (to yourself, to me, and to the students around you)
  • Be responsible
  • NO phone or electronic device except to use in Google Classroom.
  • Participation in class is MANDATORY

For more details, please see the syllabus below. ​
Stage Design Syllabus: 
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syllabus_for_mckinley_middle_stage_design.pdf
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File Type: pdf
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Get In Touch.
Email: JBankston@ebrschools.org
Classroom: 608