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CHORUS
Washington Middle School
Erikka Edwards
Director
2016-2017
Handbook
Table of Contents
Parent LetterPage 3
Course DescriptionPage 4
Materials
Class Schedule
Evaluation/ Measures
Classroom RulesPage 5
Conduct/Expected Behavior
UniformPage 5
Fees Page 5-6
Rehearsal ExpectationPage 5
Rehearsal Schedule
Performance ExpectationPage 6
Performance SchedulePage 7
Text and Website InstructionsPage 8
Contract Consent Page 9
Washington Middle School
CHORUS
Ms. Erikka Edwards, Director
July 28, 2016
Chorus Contract 2016-2017
Welcome parents and students to another exciting year of musical excellence . I am very honored that you have chosen to lend your musical gift for the greater good to the Washington Middle School Chorus. Parents, thank you for supporting the advancement of your child(ren)’s musical talent.
As your choral director, I am committed to ensuring the delivery of exemplary music education to each choral student. Each student is important to the WMS chorus program, and I am very excited to work, direct, and enjoy the great music we will make this year. Exemplary performances result from hard work, practice, and dedication from each participating member. As a chorus, we depend on each other. WE ARE A TEAM. It will be up to each of us to make this year exciting and musically rewarding.
The chorus prides itself in serving the community through choral music. Here’s just a few of the exciting events/performances lined up for this year:
Annual Grady County Choral Performance(s)
Wild Adventures (Valdosta, GA) - Theme Park
Fox Theatre (Atlanta, GA) -Broadway performance (The Little Mermaid).
I encourage all 7/8th grade choral students to audition for Georgia’s esteemed All State Chorus. Five 6th grade students will be chosen to perform for the Georgia’s 6th grade honor chorus. These performances will take place in Athens, GA.
The choir will also perform in Georgia’s state adjudicated Large Group Performance Evaluation (LGPE) in March. Location of this performance will be provided at a later date. We are very proud to have received our first SUPERIOR rating and will continue to strive for the highest quality of musicianship and performance.
Please read this handbook carefully. Sign and return the back page by Friday, August 5, 2016. By signing this contract you are acknowledging that you (the parent/guardian) have received this contract and fully understand its content and will comply with all of the choral procedures stated herein. This will count as the first graded assignment for the year.
Communication is vital and measures (see below) have been put in place to ensure proper communication.
Cell phone/texting service (Reminders)
Email: e.edwards@grady.k12.ga.us
Phone: 229-377-5858
Website: http://washington.gcm.schoolinsites.com (Click school staff, then my name)
Parents, thank you for supporting the Washington Middle School Chorus Program. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Musically Yours,
Erikka Edwards
Course Description:
Middle school chorus is offered to students in grades 6th, 7th, and 8th for three consecutive nine week grading periods. In conjunction with the Georgia performance standards, students will learn the basic pedagogy (study) of voice, music theory, and age/grade-appropriate choral literature of various cultures; this will also include sacred music. Students are expected to sing on an individual basis and along with others in a choral setting.
Materials:
Provided by the school:
Provided by Student:
1) Method books
2) Choral binder and tabs
3) Sheet music for performers
a. Students who loses/misplaces music will need to purchase another copy for $2.00
1) Positive attitude and Willingness to learn
2) Singing Voice
3) 3-Ringed Pencil pouch (which will fit into a three-ring binder)
4) Pencil
5) Highlighter
6) Notebook paper
*Dues: ($30)
Choral dues (nonrefundable) help purchase music resources, minimize fundraising activities, the cost of travel expenses and performance registrations/fees throughout the year.
Meeting Times:
Each registered choral student will meet during the second half of his/her connection classes. Practices and performances are graded and students are expected to be in attendance.
General Evaluation/Assessment (100%):
Individual singing tests (10%)
Written tests (10%)
Behavior/Class participation (30%)
Performances/ Concerts/ Rehearsals (50%)
*Students who fail to attend a concert (for any reason) will receive a grade of ‘F’ for the performance. The ‘F’ grade will be forgiven only if a signed, written excuse (by a parent/legal guardian) and a three page written report on any musical topic is submitted the day after concert or when the student returns to school. Students have three days after the concert to submit the written report.
Report must include cover sheet and reference page (if needed) for a total of 5 pages. Report will be graded accordingly. The highest make-up grade is a 79% (C+).
**Examinations are based upon mastery of grade-level music standards. Failure to participate or inappropriate classroom behavior will result in an unsatisfactory evaluation/grade.
Classroom Rules: MUSIC CLASS
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1. M- Make good choices
2. U- Use equipment properly
3. S- Speak when the time is right
4. I- Involve yourself in all activities
5. C- Cooperate with others
6. C- Come to class prepared
7. L-Listen to others
8. A- Always follow directions the FIRST time given
9. S- Stay in your seat/designated area
10. S- Solve your problems PEACEFULLY
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· Absolutely no gum, candy, food, or drink in chorus room (unless permitted by Ms. Edwards)
· No writing, leaning on, or placing anything on piano
Failure to adhere to ‘No Food Rule’ will result in a one (1) page written report on one of the following chosen topics:
1. The cause and effects of choking
2. The challenge of learning with rodents and/or insects running rampant in a classroom setting.
If student fails to submit report on the next day of offense, his/her weekly participating grade will drop 5 pts.
Expected Behavior:
Students are expected to be on their best behavior at ALL times. Unacceptable behavior will result in disciplinary actions as outlined in the Washington Middle School’s Code of Conduct.
All choral students are to demonstrate respect for themselves, adults, and fellow classmates. Receiving multiple In/Out-of-School-Suspensions will result in dismissal from the choral program.
Students with an Out-of-School Suspension or Five (5) In-School Suspensions will not be permitted to travel with the chorus. Any previous monetary fees paid will be forfeited (not refunded).
UNIFORMS:
(1) Dress
(2) Casual
· Chorus Polo Shirt
· Black Dress Pants/Skirt
(girls may wear a knee length or longer black skirt)
· Black Shoes and Black Socks
· Closed-toe, No Sandals, 1” maximum heel height
This uniform is to be worn on all formal performances
· Travel T-Shirt
· Blue jeans or Black dress pants
The travel shirt will be worn on trips and non-formal performances
$15 (price for Polo Shirt)
$10 (price for Travel T-Shirt)
***Students must be in correct uniform to perform in concerts***
Fees:
Money for chorus shirts ($25) and first half of dues ($15) are due by Friday, September 2, 2016
Total Chorus Fees: $55
First Payment Due by September 2nd: $40
Second Payment Due by November 4th: $15
Fees continued:
Choral dues (nonrefundable) help purchase music resources, minimize fundraising activities, the cost of travel expenses and performance registrations/fees throughout the year.
Due to the many expenses that are associated with the beginning of the school year, I ask that 50% of the dues ($15) are submitted by Friday, September 2, 2016, and the other half ($15) by Friday, November 4th.
Rehearsals:
Rehearsal attendance is of the utmost importance to achieve the best possible performance. Rehearsal are mandatory! Just like practices for other sporting activities are mandatory, chorus rehearsals are also. Any absence(s) will lower the student’s performance grade. Only true emergencies such as a death in the family, or a chronic illness will be deemed as an excused absence. A written, signed excuse (by parent/legal guardian) must be provided by the student the day following the absence or when the student returns back to school.
Please note that rehearsal are divided into ‘sectionals’ and will progress to a full choir rehearsals as the dates of the performances gets closer.
Rehearsals are from 3:15pm to 4:30pm in the WMS chorus room. Please prepare (in advance) for chorus students to be picked up from the chorus room which is located behind the school (4th Ave. SW). Students will not be allowed to walk to the front of the school to be picked up.
For students participating in All State, 6th grade honor chorus, LGPE, and the ‘travel choir’ rehearsal dates will not be provided within this contract because these performances are not mandatory for the entire chorus.
Rehearsal Schedule: Dates are subject to change
Date
Time
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
August
3:15pm - 4:30pm
Boys (ONLY): 18th, 25th
Boys (ONLY): 24th, 31st
Boys (ONLY): 23rd, 30th
September
3:15pm - 4:30pm
15th, 22nd, 29th
7th, 21st, 28th
6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
October
3:15pm - 4:30pm
11th, 13th, 27th
11th, 13th, 26th
11th, 13th, 25th
November
3:15pm - 4:30pm
3rd, 8th, 10th, 17th
2nd, 8th, 10th, 16th
1st, 8th, 10th, 15th
December
3:15pm - 4:30pm
1st, 8th
7th, 8th
6th, 8th
January
3:15pm - 4:30pm
19th, 26th
18th, 25th
17th, 24th, 31st
February
3:15pm - 4:30pm
2nd, 9th
1st, 8th
7th, 21st, 28th
March
3:15pm - 4:30pm
2nd, 7th, 9th, 13th, 14th
1st, 7th, 9th, 13th, 14th
7th, 13th, 14th
Performances:
Concert attendance is Mandatory. Students who fail to attend a concert (for any reason) will receive a grade of ‘F’ for the performance. The ‘F’ grade will be forgiven only if a signed, written excuse (by a parent/legal guardian) and a three page written report on any musical topic is submitted the day after the concert or when the student returns to school. Students have three days after the concert to submit the written report.
Report must include cover sheet and reference page (if needed) for total of 5 pages. Report will be graded accordingly. The highest make-up grade is a 79% (C+).
WMS Chorus Event/Performance Dates 2016-2017
2016
2017
August (20th) - Parent Meeting
August (22nd - Sep. 2nd) - Krispy Kreme Fundraiser (WMS)
September 2nd - Money for Dues and Shirts are due
October 17th - Grady County Choral Extravaganza (CHS)
November 11th - Veterans Day Assembly (WMS)
November 12th - All State Chorus Auditions
November 18th – Wild Adventures
December (12th) - Christmas Concert (WMS)
January 14th - Fox Theatre (The Little Mermaid/Atlanta, GA)
January 19th - Final All State Auditions
February 17th thru 18th - Sixth grade Statewide
Honor Chorus (Athens, GA)
February 23rd thru 25th - All State Chorus
(Athens, GA)
March 14th or 15th - LGPE Performance
March (20th) - Spring Concert
March 31- Elementary Recruitment Day
Performances:
** Note: Dates and Times are subject to change. Additional performances may be added to the above-mentioned dates. You will be notified in advance.
On campus - MANDATORY:
DATE
EVENT
TIME
LOCATION
ATTIRE
Nov. 11th
Veterans Day
TBA
Gymnasium
Chorus Polo/Dress
Dec.
Christmas Concert
6:00 PM
Gymnasium
Chorus Polo/Dress
March
Spring Concert
6:00 PM
Gymnasium
Chorus Polo/Dress
Off Campus - MANDATORY:
DATE
EVENT
TIME
LOCATION
ATTIRE
Oct. 17
Grady Choral Extravaganza
6:30PM
CHS Auditorium
TBA
Off Campus - Encouraged/Volunteer:
DATE
EVENT
TIME
LOCATION
ATTIRE
Nov.
All State Audition
TBA
Crisp County High
N/A
(Look nice, no extreme casual)
Jan.
All State Final Audition
TBA
Bainbridge High School
N/A
(Look nice, no extreme casual)
Feb. 17-18
6th grade Honor Chorus
8AM-9PM
Athens, GA
N/A
(Look nice, no extreme casual)
Feb.
All State Chorus Event
8 AM- 9 PM
Athens, GA
N/A
(Look nice, no extreme casual)
March 14 or 15
LGPE
TBA
TBA
Chorus Polo/ Dress
Nov. 11
Elementary Veterans Day Program
TBA
Cairo, GA
Chorus Polo/Dress
Nov. 18
Wild Adventures
TBA
Valdosta
Travel Shirt/Casual
March 31
Elementary Recruitment
TBA
Cairo, GA
Travel Shirt
~ Quick Reference Guide ~
How To Remain in Contact and Updated
6th grade:
Text @a993fa to the number 81010
If having trouble text @ a993fa to (703) 687-9252
7th grade:
Text @25da7d3a to the number 81010
If having trouble text @25da7d3a to (703) 687-9252
8th grade:
Text @25da7d3 to the number 81010
If having trouble text @25da7d3 to (703) 687-9252
Website: http://washington.gcm.schoolinsites.com
Click on ‘School Staff’- left hand side
Click on my name: Erikka Edwards
Contract Consent Page
Due by Friday, August 5, 2016
First Graded Assignment
Please complete, sign and return this contract form indicating you (the parent and student) understand all Chorus classroom procedures and that chorus is a commitment (August 2016 – April 2017). This submitted form will count as the first graded assignment for the year.
Student Name: ____________________________ Student Signature: _______________________
(Print)
Grade: ___________ T- Shirt Size: ________
Parent Name: ______________________________ Parent Signature: ___________________________
(Legal Guardian) Print
Parent Contact Phone number(s): __________________ __________________ ________________
CellWorkHome
Address: _________________________________________________________
Parent email address: ______________________________________________
Person responsible for pickup: ____________________ Relationship__________ Phone number___________
_____ Yes, I would like to Chaperone Chorus trips and/or concerts
Please list special talents/gifts you are willing to lend (i.e. accounting, photography, building, technology).
______________________________________________________________________________
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