High school:

• Marion Military Institute- 9th-10th (1982-1984)
• John Carroll High School- Class of 1986

College:

• University of Alabama- BA in Communications (Telecommunications and Film/TCF) Class of 1997
• University of Alabama in Birmingham- (BA in history) Class of 2011
•  University of Montevallo- (M.Ed) Class of 2013

My name is Dustin Yates. I am from Bessemer, and attended James A. Davis Middle in the late 1970's and early 80's when it was located at Roosevelt Park. I worked for more than 10 years in commercial production. I worked both freelance and on staff for Vazda Studios in Birmingham. We primarily produced commercials and training films for companies including Regions Bank and HealthSouth.

My wife, Libba, and I have been married for more than 23 years. We have two daughters.

Working with the students and staff here at Bessemer City Middle has felt like coming home!

Let me know how I can help you!