The following policies reflect the goals and expectations of each music instructor, regardless of discipline.
Homework/Practice
Students taking band, choir or orchestra must turn in a written practice card every two weeks describing their work at home.
In addition, students will be assigned two Projects per year; students enrolled in a double ensemble will only be
required to do two total projects, not four.
Equipment/ Materials
Students must take care of and be responsible for any printed music and/or folders handed out during the year.
Students must take care of and be responsible for any instruments, uniforms or costumes loaned during the year.
The replacement of lost music, instruments or other equipment will be the financial responsibility of the student.
Rehearsal and Concert Attendance
After school rehearsals are an extension of the scheduled class, and attendance is required by each ensemble member. If a student is absent from school he/she may not attend an after school or evening rehearsal.
Students must notify directors in advance if missing from rehearsal; please call the group director, then follow-up with a note
Absences from after school rehearsals may result in seniors having to take the final exam.
Unscheduled students must be responsible for material covered in class, and must be at after school rehearsals. If a student is negligent in this regard, he/she may be dismissed from the ensemble at the director's discretion.
Concerts are the culmination of work done in and outside of class, and attendance is mandatory.
Conduct
Students are expected to support each other and recognize the unique differences offered within each ensemble.
Students must be academically eligible to participate in additional trips and/or events outside of the course requirements
Students are to adequately care for and put away equipment used during rehearsals
Grading
Grades will be determined according to the following criteria:
Practice/Homework 30%
Class Participation 30%
After-School Rehearsals & Concerts 30%
Quizzes & Tests 10%
In order to be considered for an Honors standing, students must achieve the following:
1. Must audition for Southeast District at least two times
2. Must receive grades of A- or better for three years or their time within the ensemble
3. Must be involved in at least two music ensembles within the department
4. Must demonstrate the motivation to go above and beyond the general requirements in at least one additional event (i.e. musical)
In order to be considered for High Honors standing, students must achieve the following:
1. Must receive all A's in music class each term in the program
2. Must be selected for Southeast District and receive a recommendation to audition for Allstate
3. Must participate in at least two music ensembles within the department
4. Must demonstrate the motivation to go above and beyond the general requirements in at least one additional event (i.e. musical)
Private Lessons
Private lessons for music students are strongly encouraged by the Music Department faculty. Students can arrange lessons through their ensemble directors.
Concert Dress
Dress for concerts is formal and decided by the group director.
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