Overview of the
​Academy Stars & Clowns

The Academy Stars and Clowns are the ambassadors for the Academy for Academics and Arts. Directed by Mrs. Stricklin and accompanied by Christopher Joel Carter with assistance from Mrs. Atkins, these sixth, seventh and eighth grade students dazzle audiences with a lively song and dance presentation. The groups’ eclectic variety of music appeals to audiences of all ages.  Membership in this group gives students more than a performance experience.  The personal commitment by a student to be a part of the group, audition, attend all the rehearsals, care for costumes, learn theatrical make-up techniques and perform for the public teaches lifelong skills that transfer to academic success and career opportunities. In addition to proficiency in song and dance, the students learn problem solving skills, interpersonal skills, communication skills, poise, and self-confidence. Students also promote the arts to their peers and to the community.

Fine Arts Festival - Performance

Fine Arts  Festival Performance Information
10:00 am - Students should arrive dressed and ready to perform through the carline entrance
10:15 am - Students should be sitting in the auditorium on house left
10:30 am - Performance Time! All are welcome to attend the performance
11:00 am - Students will be finished by this time.  Students may change and enjoy the rest of the Fine Arts Festival. 
If students need to leave right after their performance, please come in an watch the performance.  Students will not be permitted to walk out until I escort them out around 10:45 am or 11:00 am at the carline exit.
Welcome to Stars and Clowns auditions!  Students that are auditioning for the Stars showchoir must be upcoming 7th and 8th grade students.  Students that are auditioning for the Clowns show choir must be upcoming 6th grade students.
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Students that are currently in the 5th grade at AAA do not have to sign up.  They will audition during the school day.
AAA families - New and Current,
Students will need an audition song with sheet music.  You may want to think of Broadway or Disney style songs. The song should only be about 30-45 seconds long, and it should show off their singing voice.  They will need to wear something they can dance in on the day of auditions.  All levels of experience are welcome!

*Still waiting on confirmation from Providence Elementary and Woody Anderson Ford

Academy Stars & Clowns Calendar

This calendar is subject to change. Thank you!

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Upcoming Events

Behind the Scenes @ Academy Stars and Clowns

Check out this slide show with pictures from past Stars and Clowns performances. Want to see them live? You can always check them out during our end of the semester ACT Nights. Want the Stars and Clowns to visit your school or business? Email our magnet coordinators for more information. (See Contact Page) 

Meet the Teacher
Mrs. Jenny Stricklin
jennifer.stricklin@hsv-k12.org

My name is Jenny Stricklin. I grew up in Huntsville. I graduated from Lee High School with my twin brother Jeff. My older sister Shelby graduated from Grissom. In 2010, I married my best friend Heath. It has been my dream from the beginning to teach at AAA. I am so excited to be a part of such a wonderful community of mentors, teachers, administrators, parents, community leaders, etc.

I have two degrees. I have a B.A. in vocal music with a minor in communicative disorders from The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) and a B.S. in Education from Athens State University. I love to teach children. I also enjoy singing, dancing, and acting. I am on the board of Independent Musical Productions (IMP). We are a local theater company in Huntsville. 

I believe that teaching is the most rewarding occupation. It allows you to see growth in every student you meet. Every child can learn and it is my duty to take them as far as they can go.
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