Matthew Banks has been named the Kirkwood School District’s next band director.
Banks has served as an assistant band director in Kirkwood schools and directed bands at Kirkwood High School and both Nipher and North Middle Schools since 2018. Previously, he served as a band director at Central Visual Performing Arts High School and in the Alton School District.
“We are excited to recommend Matthew Banks as director of bands and are confident he can continue the outstanding work our music program is known for,” said Kirkwood High School Principal Seth Harrell. “We look forward to watching our band program continue to succeed and grow under his leadership.”
Banks received a Bachelor of Science degree in music education from Illinois State University and received a master of arts degree in educational leadership from McKendree University.
