About Mr. Jurado
Where did Mr. Jurado graduate from?
University of Texas at Arlington
How do we enter the room?
Quietly, calmly, and ready to begin.
(Or they can act it out)
Mr. J said you need what school supply by Friday?
A journal/Composition book
What is the restroom policy?
Show the sign that you need to use the restroom. Wait for the pass. Only have 5 minutes to go and come back.
Act out the correct way to ask a question in class.
(Raise hand, wait, speak clearly.)
What subject does Mr. Jurado have a background in?
Theatre.
Where do backpacks go?
Behind on the silver shelves
The "DO NOW"
What is the participation policy?
Stay engaged, contribute, and try your best.
Act out what NOT to do when someone else is speaking.
(Talking over, distracting, etc.)
Name one thing Mr. Jurado hopes for this class.
(Examples: creativity, teamwork, confidence, learning theatre skills.)
What do we do when others are speaking?
Listen respectfully; eyes on speaker.
If your not participating
What is the late work policy?
There is no late work; you have deadlines to turn in projects, assignments and performances.
Act out the correct way to turn in an assignment.
(Walk calmly, place in box, return to seat.)
Explain why Mr. Jurado chose to teach theatre.
(Students respond; you choose the best.)
How do we ask questions in this class?
Raise your hand and wait to be called on.
What do you do when you hear the bell for the end of class?
Look at Mr. J and wait for him to dismiss you
Best answer gets the points
Act out the wrong way to enter the room — then fix it.
(Silly entrance → proper entrance.)
ACTING
ACT IT OUT: Act out a short scene showing what you think inspired Mr. Jurado to become a theatre teacher
ACTING
Demonstrate the correct way to enter the room and store your backpack.
TASK
Name 3 other students who you met and not someone you already know
Mr. J told you a story about when he auditioned for a show in high school, "What was the line he had to say?"
Create a 10‑second scene showing one thing you learned today.
POINTS GIVEN DEPENDING