April Word
Hip Hop
Broadway
Contemporary
MA Theater and Dance
BA Elementary Education
over 25 years Dance experience
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April's Love for dance and Theater arts began at childhood. She loves the community and hopes for every person to experience the good that the Arts can bring. She is certified to teach dance and theater in the State of Texas and a member of the Texas educational Dance and Theater associations. She proudly serves on the Montague Creative Arts Alliance Board and as a Bowie Highschool Faculty member
Mayson Barragon
Ballet
Tap
Drill Team
BA Dance Education
BA Education
Over 15 years dance experience
Mayson Barragan's passion for dance and performance began in studio dance and as a youth football cheerleader then later, a cheerleader in middle school. Afterwards, she launched her own cheer and dance camps in Krum, TX youth leagues by directing and facilitating choreography and events inspiring leadership and teamwork. A member of the Guyer High School Silverados Drill Team Mayson proudly served as Team Representative her senior year and a leader at her studio.
Mayson earned her Bachelor's of fine arts and Communication with a major in Dance Education from Texas State University in San Marcos, where she studied under the renowned Texas State Strutters Drill Team Director. She is certified to teach dance in the state of Texas and is committed to developing confident, disciplined, and passionate dancers. She loves our community and is a proud Bowie High School Faculty member.
TESSA MENDOZA
VOICE
BA ARTS SPECIALIZATION IN MUSIC WBU
Tessa Mendoza is a passionate vocalist who loves helping others discover and develop their God-given talents. Music has always been a significant part of her life, and she is grateful for the opportunity to share that passion with each of her students. Her faith in Jesus is the foundation of everything she does, and she strives to encourage confidence, growth, and excellence both in and out of the studio. Tessa enjoys life with her husband, Caleb, and their son, Grayson, and values the importance of faith, family, and community. Whether you're just beginning your musical journey or looking to grow as a vocalist, Tessa is excited to help you reach your goals.
CORBAN WORD
PIANO DRUMS GUITAR
10 years experience
Corban is a passionate musician who has a special proficiency for many instruments. He is a student at Midwestern State University pursuing a degree in Music and Theater Education. He currently serves as a worship leader at his church and writes original music professionally for Theater companies. He takes the greatest joy in helping students to find their love for music
RAChEAL
WHITAKER
ART
Professional Artist
over 15 years experience
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Rachel Whitaker is a local multidisciplinary artist living in Sunset. With over a decade of artistic experience, she and her husband, Roger have been creating murals in the Montague County area for the past seven years. Her personal body of work includes everything from classical realism to abstract drip and splatter painting, assemblage, collage, and intricate patterns. "Art is a gift that saved my life. I'd love to share it with others.
Kirsten
Hacker
10 years experience in Arts Education
Degree in Education
As a long time art lover, Kirsten is so excited to be able to teach a new generation of kiddos that love for art!
She is a, painter, banner artist, mural artist, photographer, and a DIYer whenever. She is a mom of 3 beautiful kids.
"The arts and my family are my entire life!"
Her students will explore multiple mediums of art and expression, as well as learn some art history!