Woodruff School ACE Music Program
Grades 6, 7, 8
Congratulations! Your child, ____________________________________, has successfully auditioned
for and been chosen to join the Woodruff School ACE Music Program. This program is a highly
competitive choral and theatre program that helps educate your child in the three aspects of performing
arts (theatre, dance, vocal performance), and provides skills that help reinforce the common core
curriculum. Our season includes many performances for the community, regional and even national
level. There will be mandatory lessons during study skills, rehearsals after school, some voluntary
days on weekends, and during Parent/Teacher Conferences. A comprehensive schedule will be sent
home in the near future. Participation in all performances of the musical, Winter Concert, and Spring
Concert are MANDATORY. All other performances are not required but strongly encouraged.
Woodruff School ACE Music students are expected to function as a “team”. Each member is an integral
part of the group. A few guidelines have been established to ensure a positive experience for all
involved. Members are expected to be:
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Be self-motivated and cooperative
Learn their vocal/speaking parts to the best of their ability (PRACTICING)
Exhibit a POSITIVE attitude and proper behavior
Come prepared for class and rehearsals (book/music, two sharpened pencils)
ATTENDANCE POLICY: Each member is permitted three unexcused absences; more than three
will result in disciplinary action and attendance will be taken at EVERY rehearsal.
Interact, cooperate and respect peers at all times
Be respectful of teachers, staff, parents, and administration
Maintain a “C” average, or better, IN ALL ACADEMIC/SPECIALS SUBJECTS. Anything below a “C”
will result in a suspension or dismissal from the program. Refer to Student Handbook Eligibility
Be certain all assignments, reports, and projects are submitted ON TIME. Assistance is available
to students in need of help, but PLEASE DO NOT WAIT until the last minute.
Follow the Woodruff School Handbook
HAVE FUN!!!
Student Discipline Policy:
Any student who falls short of the standards above or violates the following policies is subject to
suspension or dismissal (with the approval of the Director and Principal of Woodruff School) from the
ACE Music Program:
1. Three or more teacher/administrative detentions
2. One suspension from school for any reason
3. Three or more teacher referrals
4. Conduct unbecoming a member of the ACE Music Program (behavior, Handbook, violations,
etc.)
*Final decisions on suspension or dismissal from the program are made in consultation with the
Director, Vice Principal and Principal. Any members who leave or are removed from the program
WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE to return until the next academic year.
Woodruff School ACE Music meets as class in the fall as a scheduled specials group and in the second
half of the year becomes an after school activity. Members will be graded on their work in the class,
rehearsals and all performances. Missing school classes will be kept to a minimum. In the event that a
class is missed, ACE Music members are expected to and responsible for contacting the teacher and
completing ALL missed academic work. Those members who play sports will be able to participate in
both as scheduling is made between the coaches and directors for them to participate.
The Woodruff School ACE Music Program will enable your child to be challenged musically, intellectually,
physically, and socially. It will provide a realistic and hands on experience to professional musical
theatre. There will also be trips, workshops, master classes and opportunities to work with the best and
brightest in musical theatre and entertainment. If you and your child feel that he/she chosen in error
or does not wish to participate in this program, please notify the me immediately.
We have also formed a parent organization “Woodruff School Friends of Music”. This group will assist
with many behind the scenes activities such as chaperoning, rehearsals, performances, fundraising, etc.
for our events throughout the school year. Please check the form below if you are interested and
available to be part of this group. There is also a Facebook group page “Woodruff School Music
Department”. This page is monitored and maintained by parents, teachers, alumni and students to help
facilitate any extra communication that is needed about the program.
If you have any questions regarding the Woodruff School ACE Music Program, please feel free to contact
me.
Sincerely,
Mr. Spencer Lau
Woodruff School Director of Music
(856) 455-2267 x3208
laus@udts.org
Please sign in pen, detach, and return the bottom:
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I give my child_______________________________________________ permission to participate in the
Woodruff School ACE Music Program for the 2014-2015 school year. I understand what will be expected
of a member of the program and have gone over these rules with my child.
Student Signature: _____________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name (print): ___________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature: ______________________________________________________________
Phone Number: ________________________________________________________________________
Alternative Phone Number (cell): __________________________________________________________
Parent Email Address: ___________________________________________________________________
__________ Yes, I am interested in being a member of the “Woodruff School Friends of Music”
2014-2015 ACE Music Checklist:
Concert Dress:
__________ White Dress Shirt/White Blouse or Black Dress
__________ Black Pants or Skirt
__________ Black Socks/Shoes
Supplies:
__________ Pencils, highlighters
__________ 1 ½” Binder (any color)
Musical Needs:
__________ $35 Props, costume and miscellaneous show needs
__________ 3 Dozen Cookies (No Peanut Butter or Nuts) due by Dec. 9th
__________ Make Up Foundation (2 Shades Darker than skin color), Eye liner
__________ Black or white sneakers/character shoes
Fundraising/Prop Needs:
__________ Refrigerator or large TV boxes (if you have them)
Future Needs:
__________ Parent Participation
__________ Spaghetti Dinner Supplies (pasta, paper products, grated cheese)
__________ Corporate/business sponsorship/donations