Ellsworth High Band Director to Appear on Jeopardy!
Jamie Calandro is set to compete on the popular game show on October 26, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Secondary Education
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Ellsworth High School band director Jamie Calandro will take the stage on the October 26, 2026, episode of Jeopardy!. Calandro traveled to Culver City, California, in mid-September 2026 to participate in the taping of the program.
Why it matters
The appearance brings national spotlight to a Bangor-area educator as they compete for the show's grand prize. This follows recent appearances by other Maine residents who have tested their knowledge on the long-running quiz show.
The Jeopardy! appearance features Jamie Calandro competing against a field of contestants, following a recent performance by Emily Burnham who secured $17,000 in winnings. The final outcome for Calandro remains under wraps until the broadcast.
The players
Jamie Calandro
Jamie Calandro is a professional educator who serves as the band director at Ellsworth High School.
Emily Burnham
Emily Burnham is a recent Jeopardy contestant who appeared on the program in September 2026.
The details
Jamie Calandro, who serves as the band director at Ellsworth High School, made the trip to the California studio to film the episode. The competition was recorded in mid-September 2026 before its scheduled television debut.
Timeline
The Jeopardy episode was taped in Culver City in mid-September 2026.
Emily Burnham appeared on the show in September 2026.
The episode featuring Jamie Calandro is scheduled to air on October 26, 2026.
Culture Shift
This appearance aligns with the historical participation of Maine residents on Jeopardy!, continuing a local tradition of regional representation on national game shows. These segments often highlight the intellectual engagement of educators within their broader communities.
Residents can watch the performance on October 26, 2026, to see how the local band director fares against the competition. Checking local television listings for ABC 7 or WMTW Channel 8 is recommended to confirm exact air times in the Bangor area.
The takeaway
Game show appearances often serve as a point of civic pride for local communities and school districts. Tuning in provides a chance to support a local educator while observing the competitive format of the show.
Further reading
Learn more about local academic and extracurricular achievements in our Secondary Education section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Q106.
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