Mirror Q & A: Wyatt Jackson

Mirror: What classes do you teach?

Jackson: Acting 1 & 2, Chorus, Music Theory (Music Production), and CN Music Connections.

M: How long have you been teaching?

J: In the Greater Boston area for over 25 years.

M: Where have you taught before?

J: Boston Arts Academy, The Jeremiah E. Burke High School, English High School, Boston Conservatory, Williams College.

M: Where did you go to college?

J: Lesley University for undergraduate and graduate studies at the PSI Institute (collaboration with Harvard Ed School and Umass Boston).

M: What do you like most about teaching?

J: Sharing what I know and love.

M: Where are you from?

J: Boston, MA.

M: What are your hobbies?

J: Studying Statistics, reading good books, and traveling to interesting places.

M: What are your pet peeves in the classroom?

J: At this time in history, not seeing people’s faces due to wearing masks.

M: What do you like about Dedham?

J: The people are down-to-earth and friendly.

M: What inspired you to become a teacher?

J: I was surrounded by excellent performing arts teachers when I was a young person. They inspired me to teach and perform.

M: What is your favorite movie?

J: Back to the Future!

M: What is your favorite book?

J: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill.

M: What was the last song you downloaded or CD you bought?

J: I just stream music from iTunes.

M: Will you be involved in any extracurricular activities?

J: Yes, building out a musical theatre piece for the school

M: Favorite apps?

J: iMovie.

M: Dunks or Starbucks?

J: Starbucks for the coffee, Dunks for the pastry.

M: How do you take your coffee?

J: With Almond milk and no sugar.

M: What is your greatest accomplishment?

J: Touring as an performing artist and getting a major recording contract all within a few years.

M: What jobs did you do before teaching?

J: Theatre, music, television, and videos for major performances.