FLORAL PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL 2015-2016 TEACHER Mrs. S. Koch COURSE TITLE Junior High Chorus EXTENSION # 6547 EMAIL: Skoch@Sewanhaka.k12.ny.us Daily Grades (preparedness for class, attitude, participation, attention) Music and Folder (condition, rehearsal markings and note quality) Concert attendance Vocal assessments (notes learned, music prepared) Written paper assignments*/ Theory and Sight-reading quizzes Attendance at lessons as assigned by the director 25% 10% 25% 15% 10% 15% * Attendance at 2 public performances other than your own is required, as well as writing a one page critique based on the performance watched: i.e. Senior concerts, All-District Concert, Broadway shows ~We strongly encourage participation in events such as the NYSSMA festival and to attend performances presented by the music department throughout the year! CONCERTS Concerts are a vital part of the curricular class, therefore you will receive full credit for your participation. Failure to attend a required event will result in the lowering of a student's grade. Punctuality also impacts grades. When you are early or on time to an event you will receive full credit. All students who take part in a music course that includes a public performance or activity must take part in that performance, or else receive a possible failing grade in the course for that marking period. ~Junior High Chorus~ Concert Dates: ***December 10th, 2015 AND May 17th, 2015*** o Concert Attire: Gentlemen: Ladies: * White long sleeve button down shirt * White Blouse (short sleeve->full sleeve) * Black DRESS pants * Black knee-length skirt or dress pants * Tie (color to be determined) * Black Shoes (no tall heels or sneakers) * Black DRESS shoes and black socks * Black stockings/tights or socks *No T-shirts, leggings, sneakers, fuzzy boots, or any items inappropriate for concert performance* *There is a very strict dress policy. If your child is not properly dressed as per the attire listed above, they may not be able to perform in the concert.* **AFTER PERFORMING, ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN CAFETERIA A UNTIL THE END OF THE ENTIRE CONCERT** -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Student’s Name: (print)__________________________________________ I have read and understand the policies of the Floral Park Memorial High School Choral Program for the 7th Grade Chorus. __________________________________________ Parent Signature _________ Date __________________________________________ Student Signature _________ Date