Krystle Boyd

Assistant Director of Bands

kboyd@jackson.k12.mo.us

Krystle Boyd is an accomplished music educator and band director with over 15 years of experience in the field of music education. She began her career at the Woodland R-IV School District, where she honed her skills and passion for shaping young musicians. In 2020, Krystle Boyd joined the Jackson R-II School District as an assistant band director, where she specializes in high brass instruction at the junior high and works with all of the high school bands and high school jazz bands.

In addition to her work in the classroom, Krystle Boyd is an accomplished musician in her own right. She has served as a trumpet player in the 135th Army Band of the Missouri Army National Guard since 2003, combining her military service with her love for music. Her role in the Army Band allows her to contribute to the musical community while serving her country.

Outside of music and school, Krystle enjoys time with her family and pets. She enjoys running and fitness, hiking, and going to live concerts of all genres.

Trey Moss

Assistant Director of bands

amoss@jackson.k12.mo.us

Mr. Trey Moss was born and raised in Jackson, Missouri and attended JR2 schools as a student. After high school, he attended Southeast Missouri State University and graduated with a Bachelor in Music Education. Mr. Moss was previously the Music Director at Father Tolton Catholic High School, and an Assistant Band Director at Poplar Bluff R1 Schools, until he joined the JR2 team in 2024! Here at Jackson, he teaches the JH Jazz Band, 7th Grade Low Brass, 8th Grade Low Brass, and assists with the Freshmen Band and the High School Bands. 

Mr. Moss is married to Marie Moss, and has two children: Theodore and Claire. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his family, fishing, watching football, listening to music, and playing low brass instruments!

Adam Carter

Assistant Director of bands

adecarter@jackson.k12.mo.us

Zaran Jathaul

Assistant Director of bands/Percussion Specialist

zjathaul@jackson.k12.mo.us

Zaran Jathaul joined the Jackson R-2 School District in 2026 as an Assistant Band Director/Percussion Specialist. He earned his Bachelor of Music Education from the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC).

Before joining Jackson R-2, Mr. Jathaul served as the Assistant Band Director and Percussion Director for Jefferson City High School and Lewis and Clark Middle School. He also previously worked as a percussion instructor at several High Schools in the Kansas City Metro Area while in College. 

MR. JAthaul Enjoys Spending his spare time with his Family and Traveling.