Gene Pike
Orchestra
Syllabus & Handbook
2012 - 2013
Dear Orchestra Parents:
I am happy to welcome you and your child to the 2012-2013 Gene Pike Orchestra! Learning to
play a stringed instrument is an exciting, challenging and rewarding experience. Our orchestra
programs at Northwest ISD are in our 6th year. The Northwest ISD Orchestra Faculty and I are
striving to make the orchestra programs among the top in the State of Texas. The financial and
time investments you make now will create lifetime benefits for your child. Many of these young
students will receive college scholarships as a result of their years of orchestra experience. Some
may even choose music as a profession. All will experience the joy of making music with their
friends. Your child will have orchestra during their scheduled Orchestra period. He/ She will not
miss out on any academic subject to participate in orchestra. You, as parents, can help your child
succeed by encouraging him or her to play for you and setting a minimum 15 minute daily
practice time for them. Practice tips can be found in a later section of this Syllabus and
Handbook.
Periodically, I will be sending home letters or forms that will require a response from you. Please
return all forms by their due date (if posted) so that I know that information has been received.
Please check my website regularly for information and updates.
Throughout the year, I will do my best to keep you informed of your child’s progress. I will e-mail,
call, or send home notes and progress reports from time to time to let you know what your child
needs to work on or improve. I sincerely care about every child’s success. If any question should
arise, please do not hesitate to contact me by phone at Gene Pike Middle School. You may also
contact me by e-mail at gmaciel@nisdtx.org.
The orchestra program will have several activities throughout the year that will require volunteer
help. I encourage you to complete the Gene Pike Booster Membership Form indicating your
volunteer status and complete the NISD volunteer form located on the NISD Website under the
parents tab. The district requires that all adult volunteers have a completed volunteer form,
cleared on file, before they can assist in any school activity. This is for safety of all our children.
Please help us by accessing the website and completing and submitting the volunteer form. Each
year a new form must be submitted
This handbook is designed to explain procedures, activities financial commitments and the
expectations for your child in the orchestra. Please read through it together, sign the last page, and
return the signed page to me as soon as possible. If you have any questions now or at anytime
throughout the year, please contact me at your convenience. With your help and support, I look
forward to an extremely successful year for the Gene Pike Orchestra Program.
Guillermo Maciel
Orchestra Director
Gene Pike Middle School
817-215-0112
gmaciel@nisdtx.org
http://www.nisdtx.org/Page/9488
NISD Code of Conduct
Extracurricular Activities, Clubs, and Organizations
Participation in school and school-related activities is an excellent way for a student to develop talents, receive individual recognition, and build strong
friendships with other students; participation, however, is a privilege, not a right.
Eligibility for participation in many of these activities is governed by state law as well as rules of the University Interscholastic League (UIL)—a statewide
association overseeing interdistrict competition.
The following requirements apply to all extracurricular activities:

A student who receives a grade below 70 at the end of a grading period may not participate in extracurricular activities for a time period, as
stipulated in the UIL Side-by-Side [FM (Legal)]. Students in advanced courses, such as pre-AP, AP, GT courses, and dual credit college courses,
are required to maintain a passing standard of 60 or higher in order to maintain UIL eligibility FMF(Local). Students who fall below this passing
standard will lose UIL eligibility in accordance with UIL regulations and for the period of time identical to students who lose eligibility in nonadvanced courses.
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A student who has an individualized education program (IEP) who fails to meet the standards in the IEP may not participate for a time period, as
stipulated in the UIL Side-by-Side.
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An ineligible student may practice or rehearse.
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A student is allowed in a school year up to ten absences not related to post-district competition, a maximum of five absences for post-district
competition prior to state, and a maximum of two absences for state competition. All extracurricular activities and public performances, whether
UIL activities or other activities approved by the Board, are subject to these restrictions.
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A student who misses a class because of participation in an activity that has not been approved will receive an unexcused absence unless the
absence is excused by campus administration.
Sponsors and coaches of extracurricular activities, including but not limited to: interscholastic athletics, cheerleaders, drill teams, and marching bands, may
develop and enforce standards of behavior that are higher than the District-developed Student Code of Conduct and may condition membership or
participation in the activity on adherence to those standards. These higher standards are outlined in each extracurricular group's guidelines and
constitutions. Extracurricular standards of behavior may take into consideration conduct that occurs at any time, on or off school property. No provision of an
extracurricular behavioral standard shall have the effect of discriminating on the basis of sex, race, disability, religion, or ethnicity.
Expected standards of behavior shall be approved by the principal and the Superintendent or designee before they are communicated to students. Students
shall be informed of any extracurricular behavior standards at the beginning of each school year or, in the case of interscholastic athletics, cheerleaders, drill
team, and marching band, at the time the students report for workouts or practices that occur prior to the actual beginning of classes. Students and their
parents shall sign and return to the sponsor or coach a statement that they have read the extracurricular behavior standards and consent to them as a
condition of participation in the activity, as well as signing the District’s “Extracurricular/Co-curricular Student Pledge of Conduct.”
Organizational standards of conduct of an extracurricular activity are independent of the Student Handbook and Code of Conduct. Violations of the
organization’s standards of conduct that are also violations of the Student Handbook and Code of Conduct may result in school-assessed disciplinary
actions. Likewise, students who violate the District’s Student Handbook and Code of Conduct will be assessed appropriate disciplinary consequences for the
infraction and the consequences may result in a student’s removal or limited participation in an extracurricular activity if the disciplinary action or level of
offense violates the higher standards of conduct specified by the student’s extracurricular organization.
Administrators and sponsors are expected to discipline students according to established rules.
Board Policies FM (LEGAL/LOCAL), FNC (LOCAL), and FO (LEGAL/LOCAL)
Sponsors of student clubs and performing groups such as the band, choir, and drill and athletic teams may establish standards of behavior – including
consequences for misbehavior – that are stricter than those for students in general. If a violation is also a violation of school rules, the consequences
specified by the Student Code of Conduct or by local policy will apply in addition to any consequences specified by the organization.
[For further information, see policies FM and FO.]
Participation in extracurricular and co-curricular activities is a privilege, not a right. Students who participate in extracurricular and/or co-curricular activities in
grades 6-12 are held to a higher standard. Inappropriate behavior, continued behavioral offenses, and/or severe violations of the Student Code of Conduct
may result in disciplinary consequences as outlined within the disciplinary violation levels within the Extra/Co-Curricular Student Pledge in addition to the
Student Code of Conduct.
Behaviors including but not limited to the following will not be tolerated: drinking alcoholic beverages or using tobacco illegally, taking illegal drugs or being in
possession of drug paraphernalia, or attending or remaining at an activity where alcohol, drugs, or tobacco are being consumed illegally. Other offenses that
violate the Student Code of Conduct and compromise the integrity and credibility of the organization(s) may include other examples of such behaviors.
The consequences for violating the Extracurricular/Co-curricular Student Pledge of Conduct are outlined in detail on the pledge form. The Pledge is in effect
at all times. The Pledge in no way replaces or supersedes the Student Code of Conduct or Texas Education Code, and in no way supersedes the mandates
of the Texas Education Code. Violation of the Pledge may also constitute a violation of the Student Code of Conduct. If it does, disciplinary action under the
Student Code of Conduct may also be imposed by the District. Students who participate in extra/co-curricular activities are required to follow the Pledge in
order to participate in those activities. The “Extracurricular/Co-curricular Student Pledge of Conduct” follows:
EXTRACURRICULAR/CO-CURRICULAR STUDENT PLEDGE OF CONDUCT
I pledge to abide by requirements
established by Northwest Independent School District
in order to be allowed to participate in any extracurricular/co-curricular activities.
For specific club, activity, or organizational guidelines, reference the following:
Northwest ISD Athletic Guidelines
Northwest ISD Cheerleading Constitution & Guidelines
Northwest ISD Drill Team Constitution
Consequences for violating the “Extracurricular/Co-curricular Student Pledge of Conduct” will be in effect for all students participating in extracurricular/cocurricular activities for up to one full calendar year from the date the student and parent were notified of the known violation and appropriate
consequence/violation level as follows:
VIOLATION LEVEL A
Violations at this level may include but are not limited to first time offenses, minor offenses, or repetitive violations of the Student Code of Conduct Levels I
and II.

The suspension from extracurricular contest/competitions will cover 15 instructional school days, including weekends and/or contest/competitions
following the date the student and parent are notified. If the incident happens during a holiday the student may not participate during that time and
once school reconvenes.
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During the period of suspension, the student will be allowed to practice before or after school, attend, and participate in any practice of extracurricular
or co-curricular activities.
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The University Interscholastic League may set other standards, which will require compliance of students in UIL-sponsored groups.
VIOLATION LEVEL B
Violations at this level may include but are not limited to multiple offenses, more severe offenses, or violations of the Student Code of Conduct Level III.

The student shall be suspended from any extracurricular activity for 90 instructional school days, including weekends and/or activities following the
date the student and parent are notified. If the incident happened during a holiday the student may not participate during that time, and once school
reconvenes, the student will continue the 90 day suspension from the activity.

During the period of suspension, the student will be allowed to practice before or after school, attend, and participate in any practice of extracurricular
or co-curricular activities.

The University Interscholastic League may set other standards, which will require compliance of students in UIL-sponsored groups.
VIOLATION LEVEL C
Violations at this level may include but are not limited to continued violations at previous levels, extremely severe offenses, or violations of the Student
Code of Conduct Levels IV and/or V.

The student will be removed from participation in extracurricular or co-curricular activities for one calendar year. After the one-year suspension, the
student must apply for reinstatement to a campus committee that will review the student’s academic, attendance, and behavior records.

The University Interscholastic League may set other standards, which will require compliance of students in UIL-sponsored groups.
VIOLATION DEFINITIONS
A violation is defined as follows:
1. Any offenses for which, according to the Student Code of Conduct, a student can be
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suspended,
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placed in a Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP), or expelled.
2. The use, sale, possession, and/or possession of illegal drugs and/or alcohol.
3. The depictions of the use, sale, possession, and/or distribution of illegal drugs and/or alcohol.
4. The presence at a gathering where illegal drugs and/or alcohol are used, possessed, sold, and/or distributed illegally
5. Any other offense that violates the Student Code of Conduct and compromises the integrity and credibility of the organization(s).
VIOLATION CONDITIONS
In order for a student to be considered in violation, any one of the following conditions must occur:
1. The student must admit to a violation.
2. The parent of the student must admit to the violation.
3. A NISD staff member must witness the student in violation.
4. A local agency report or citation must be filed. (Including, but not limited to, DWI–Driving While Intoxicated, DUI–Driving Under the Influence,
MIP–Minor in Possession, and MIC–Minor in Consumption)
5. Another source of evidence must be deemed credible by the campus administration.
ACCESSORIES & SUPPLIES
1. Orchestra Expressions. (Book 1 for your instrument in Beginner Orchestra) and a
Black 3 ring notebook for worksheets, parent letters, and sheet music.
2. Shoulder Pad. ALL Violin and Viola students MUST use a shoulder pad. It helps
support the instrument and makes it more comfortable to play. There are several
brands and styles available, but the one I recommend most is Kun or a generic of this
style. Like the instrument, they come in different sizes.
3. Rock Stop. Cello and Bass players will need to have this device to prevent their
instrument from slipping on the floor. Buy a BASS rock stop as they are heavier and
more durable than the ones for cello.
4. Rosin. All students should have a clean cake of rosin for use on the bow hair. Bass
students need to buy rosin made especially for bass bows. It is softer and stickier than
other rosins and should be kept out of the heat as it will melt easily.
5. Fine Tuners. Violins, Violas, and Cellos need four (4) Fine tuners one for each string.
They are fitted on the tailpiece of the instrument.
6. Music stand. (For home practice & for concerts). Music should be at eye level.
7. Soft cotton rag to wipe off strings after each time students play their
instruments.
8. Tuner/Metronome Combo. All students will learn to tune their own
instruments. They will need a pitch generating device to tune their
instrument to the correct pitch for standard pitch.
9. Strings. Students should start each year with a new set of strings (strings should be
changed a minimum of once a year). Strings will break because of wear, dropping the
instrument, or improper tuning by the student. Strings will also have to be replaced when
they begin to unravel or when the inner core severs producing a false sound. For your
convenience I have strings for sale at school. I will replace frayed or broken strings on
your child's instrument and put a payment envelope in his/her case. I sell the strings and
accessories at a discounted school price, and no tax is charged. Checks should be made
payable to the music store and not to myself or Pike. Just put a check in the payment
envelope and return it to school with your child. If you prefer I not replace strings for
your child, please indicate on the signature page.
GRADING/ PRACTICE CARDS
As part of their grade, students are expected to have their instruments, music books,
pencils, and supplies in class daily. Each six weeks, your child will receive 2 grades on his
or her report card, an orchestra grade and a citizenship grade. The numeric Orchestra
grade will reflect daily work, test grades, home practice time, weekly turning in Practice
Cards on time, and concert participation. Conduct grades used are E= Excellent, S=
Satisfactory, N= Needs Improvement and U= Unsatisfactory.
The weekly home Practice card will be part of the orchestra grade. Students are expected
to practice a MINIMUM of two (2) Hours per week. Weekly home practice starts on
Sunday and continues through Saturday and is to be recorded on the practice card each
day by the student. The amount of practice time should be totaled by a parent and verified
by a parent signature. Practice Cards are to be turned in every week, the first class day
of each week, usually Monday on to Mr. Maciel’s podium. NOTE: 6th grade students will
begin their practice cards later in the first semester of class after proper instrument hold and
setup has been accomplished and instruction of the same has been completed.
120 minutes+ per week = 100
90 Minutes + per week = 95
60 Minutes + per week = 90
30 Minutes+ per week = 85
Below is a sample of the Practice card all students will use:
PRACTICE TIPS
“Practice Makes Perfect.”
We have heard that phrase many times. A child learns how to play sports well, read well,
play an instrument well, or do anything well by practicing. . I require home practice. The
material introduced in the classroom must be practiced at home so that the student can
hear him/her self and make improvements. Students will be told daily what material they
need to work on at home. For beginners, practice time should start at 15 minutes daily
and increase as their fingers and arms grow stronger. A short amount of practice time each
day is better than “cramming” the required weekly practice time into one night. There
may be days when your child may not be able to practice because of homework or
extracurricular activities. Just please do not let your child get into the habit of not
practicing regularly. Playing an instrument is an on-going process. The following are some
tips for home practice:
1. Set a regular time rather than just practicing when you think about it or if there
is nothing on TV. With our day beginning later consider practicing in the
morning before leaving for school.
2. Practice away from any disturbances such as TV, Ipod, Pets, Phone, People, WII,
Play station, Computer.
3. You will need a pencil (never mark your music in ink), a straight chair, and a
music stand. Don’t sit on the bed leaning over your music. Music should be at
eye level.
4. Warm up slowly. Start out with whole note exercises or scales to get your fingers
& bow arm relaxed and limber.
5. After the warm-up, practice the things you are unfamiliar with or are difficult for
you. Don’t practice something you already know.
6. Practice with a metronome. This is probably the best way to become a good,
confident player. Set a tempo and play exactly with the metronome. Start out
slowly enough that you can play the exercise perfectly, no matter how slowly.
7. Practice with a recorder. Because you are concentrating on so many things at
one time, it is not always possible to remember how you played. With a
recording, you can listen to your tuning, your rhythm and your sound.
8. Practice for improvement, not minutes.
9. Practice time is for practicing not for polishing your instrument.
10. Finally, don’t become easily discouraged. Remember, if playing an instrument
were easy, anyone could do it. Work at it regularly, with patience, and you will
make progress.
REMEMBER TO TURN IN A SIGNED PRACTICE CARD EVERY WEEK ON MONDAY!
Concerts/ Contests
Orchestra Concerts are how the students demonstrate what they have learned in class. Performance is an
extension of the classroom curriculum and is a part of the student’s grade. This is prescribed by the (TEHS
2C). It is the musician’s “final test” following many hours of preparation and study. Just as in athletics, the
orchestra is a team and cannot perform effectively with members missing. Usually there are only 2-3
evening programs per year. The concerts will be scheduled and you will be notified once those dates are
reserved. Parents are strongly encouraged to attend concerts and contests to support your student.
ALL SCHOOL POLICIES APPLY FOR CONCERTS AND ACTIVITIES.
Participating in individual contests are not required, but strongly suggested. All students are encouraged
to participate at the All-Region Orchestra and the NISD Solo & Ensemble. Solo and Ensemble Contest is a
chance for our students to prepare a solo work and perform it for a rating by a professional musician.
These judges are music teachers in the area that will provide helpful comments and criticisms to promote
the progress of our students.
ALL REGION COMPETITION ALL ORCHESTRA STUDENTS
Region auditions are open to any orchestra student. Students will learn the audition music in class as a
group (and perform it at the fall concert) Students will compete individually in a blind audition at a High
School in Denton on October 20, 2012, against other students from throughout Region 2, which extends to
Wichita Falls, almost to Abilene and up to Gainesville. The top 78 (out of 300 students who audition) will be
chosen for All-Region Orchestra. These select students will have a clinic and then perform a concert
December 7 and 8th also in Denton.
UIL COMPETITION ALL ORCHESTRAS
UIL is the Orchestra Competition for all UIL Orchestras. Music will be learned in class and 2 Pre-UIL clinics
at NWHS PAC February 2 and 5, 2013, an additional clinic on March 2 Location to be announced. UIL
Concert is March 7, 2013 at Guyer HS in Denton.
SOLO AND ENSEMBLE COMPETITION ALL ORCHESTRA STUDENTS
Solo and Ensemble is an individual competition where students perform solos or small ensembles they
create together. The competition is held April 13, 2013 at a NISD Middle School Campus. Each solo or
group will perform before a Judge earning a rating and also may earn a pin, outstanding students earn a
outstanding Student medal.
AMERICAN CLASSICS MUSIC FESTIVAL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA ONLY
This competition is held at the newly built Dallas Performing Arts Center in Dallas on May 3, 2012. Music
will be learned in class and performed to win placement trophies and/or plaques for the Orchestra and
School. After the competition and lunch, the students will enjoy their victories at the Main Place.
NRH20 ORCHESTRA COMPETITION (BEGINNER, CONCERT AND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAS)
Competition and fun, music learned in class is performed and placement won at this competition that held
at NRH20 water park. After lunch an afternoon in the water park is enjoyed.
ELIGIBILITY
Certain activities are classified as eligibility activities. Texas Education Agency has a specific list of
activities that are eligibility activities which include competitions, activities that charge an admission fee,
and pep rallies. For more information about eligibility, see UIL-TEA Side by Side, which can be viewed
either through the TEA website or the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Website.
Maintaining eligibility is the student’s responsibility! Students must have a grade of 70 or
above in all classes including P.E, athletics, electives as well as academic classes on their
report cards to be considered eligible for field trips, competitions, performances away from
school and events that charge an admission.
RULES AND RESPONSIBILITY
CLASSROOM PROCEEDURES AND RULES
1. DO NOT TOUCH, BORROW or PLAY anyone else’s instrument, bow, case,
or supplies.
2. Be in assigned place, sitting with all materials (folder, pencil, music, and any handouts)
by the tardy bell. Silence begins when Mr. Maciel stands onto him podium.
3. Get water and go to the restroom before or after class
4. Practice courtesy and respect in dealing with other students, directors and the music.
5. Be attentive and ready to work with musically focused participation.
6. NO GUM, CANDY, FOOD, or DRINKS allowed in the orchestra room. For repeat
offenders, calls home will be made.
7. Take care of music and folder
8. Use only pencil (not pen or erasable pen) when marking music.
9. Folders and instruments will be put away at the end of every rehearsal.
10. Respect the locker assignments as dictated by Mr. Maciel for each instrument by
orchestra. Keep your lock code private.
11. School rules and policies as outlined in the individual NISD student code of conduct.
UNIFORMS
Uniforms are worn for all performances and all students are expected to perform in complete
uniform. The cost of the uniform is included in the student fees.
All ORCHESTRA STUDENTS – Pike Orchestra T-Shirt. The orchestra T-shirt is used by 6th
grade for all concerts and by 7th/8th for casual concerts and trips.
BEGINNING ORCHESTRA
 Pike Orchestra T-shirt (same T-shirt as above.)
 Black pants (full length)for the boys, Black skirts for the Girls (supplied by the student)
 Black shoes and black socks – (supplied by the student)
SYMPHONY AND CONCERT ORCHESTRAS
 Dress black pants and black belt Boys (no jeans – supplied by the student)
 A red bow tie, cummerbund and Tux shirt will be issued to Boys. Students are responsible
for keeping them clean. There will be a replacement charge for lost or damaged ties of $20.
 Black Concert Dresses – A long, black concert dress will be issued to the students. Students
are responsible for keeping the dresses clean. If the dress is lost or damaged, replacement
cost is $70.
 Closed toe black dress shoes and black Hose or black socks! (supplied by the student)
No sandals or boots.
CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
 Dress black pants and black belt Boys (no jeans – supplied by the student)
 A red bow tie, vest and Tux shirt will be issued to Boys. Students are responsible for
keeping them clean. There will be a replacement charge for lost or damaged ties of $20.
 Black Concert Dresses – A long, black concert dress will be issued to the students. Students
are responsible for keeping the dresses clean. If the dress is lost or damaged, replacement
cost is $70.
 Closed toe black dress shoes and black Hose or black socks! (supplied by the student)
 No sandals or boots.
FINGERNAILS
In order to be able to play on their fingertips, Students will need to keep their fingernails short,
especially on their left hand. Students will not be able to play with sculptured nails, nail tips, or
press-on nails.
NO LONG NAILS……..PERIOD!!!!!!
REPAIRS
Anytime a repair is necessary, I will send a note home or call you. Please do not attempt to do
repairs yourself. Repairs must be done by a trained and certified technician. It is critical to your
child’s success that they have their instrument in good playing condition every day.
When a bridge breaks, the instrument must be left at the music store because bridges come in
stock sizes and must be adjusted to fit each individual instrument. BRIGDES SHOULD NEVER BE
GLUED. If a bridge falls down, I will reset it the next day in class.
Bows sometimes will have to be re-haired when there has been a lot of hair loss or when the hair
is too dirty for rosin to stick.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons are an optional and an excellent opportunity open to all orchestra students. Oneon-one instruction will definitely increase the skill and speed of learning. Lessons are $18 per
lesson, and are given either during class, or before or after school. If you would like more
information about private lessons, please indicate so on the return page of this handbook.
FUNDRAISING
With today’s budget realities, fundraising has become a necessity. Money from our fundraiser
helps pay for contest fees, equipment, scholarships, bus costs, clinicians and accompanists etc. We
are sensitive to the inconvenience fund-raisers can be, therefore, we limit our student fundraiser
to one brochure sale per year. Many busy families choose to make a donation instead of
participating in the brochure sale. The suggested amount of a donation is $40 and checks should
be made payable to Gene Pike Orchestra Booster club.
SCHOLARSHIPS
As our program continues to develop and the students are striving to get better, we are always
looking for ways to enrich the students experience with other opportunities; one of these
opportunities is to participate in a summer string program. As Funds are available, partial tuition
scholarships will be offered to the students who meet the requirements and return the necessary
paper work in on time.
Pike Orchestra Calendar 2012-2013
AUGUST
29
30 7pm
31 5-8pm
Orchestra Fundraiser Kick-off
6th Grade Fine Arts Meeting
Pike Fine Arts Social, $15.00, Hawaiian Falls
All Orchestra Students
All Orchestra Students
All Orchestra Students
Orchestra Fundraiser Deadline
ALL Orchestra Student Fees due
Ice Cream Social, Pike Cafeteria
MS Region Entry Forms Due
All Orchestra Students
All Orchestra Students
All Orchestra Students
Open to All Orchestra Students
SEPTEMBER
5
10
24 5:30-8pm
31
OCTOBER
20
MS Region 2 Auditions, Guyer HS , Denton
Open to All Orchestra Students
NOVEMBER
1 5pm
Fine Arts Social, Skate Town, Grapevine
All Fine Arts Students
DECEMBER
1
Orchestra Cluster Concert, NWHS PAC
7&8
Region Clinic and Concert, Byron Nelson HS, Trophy Club
10 4:30pm
Beginner Orchestra Combined, Concert Rehearsal
11 6 to 7 pm
Pike Orchestra Winter Concert, Pike Cafeteria
All Orchestra Students
11 7:30 - 8:30pm Pike Orchestra Winter Concert, Pike Cafeteria
14
Fine Arts Elementary Tour
Concert & Chamber Orchestras
Students Picked for Region Orchestra
All Beginner Orchestras
Beginner & Symphony Orchestras
Chamber Orchestra
FEBURARY
2
5
Pre-UIL Clinic, Pike Orchestra Room
Pre-UIL
Northwest HS PAC
UIL Orchestra
UIL Orchestra
UIL Clinic
Pike Orchestra Room
Orchestra UIL Concert and sight-reading, Guyer HS
5th Grade Round Up
UIL Orchestra
Denton UIL Orchestra
Selected Orchestras
Fine Arts Social, Skate Town, Grapevine
NISD Solo & Ensemble Contest, TBA
All Fine Arts Students
All Pike Orchestra Students
MARCH
2
7
19
APRIL
11 5pm
13
MAY
3
8
13 4:30pm
16 6 to 7 pm
American Classics Competition, Dallas
Chamber Orchestra
NRH20 Orchestra Contest
Beginner, Concert and Symphony Orchestras
Beginner Orchestra Combined, Concert Rehearsal
All Beginner Orchestras
Pike Orchestra Spring Concert, Pike Cafeteria
Beginner & Symphony Orchestras
16 7:30 - 8:30pm Pike Orchestra Spring Concert, Pike Cafeteria
16 6pm
Silent Auction, Pike Library
Concert & Chamber Orchestras
JUNE
17–21 9am-12 NISD String Camp, Pike Middle School
All Orchestra Students
Please check web site regularly for updates and changes
Information will be sent via the website, E-mail and the students.
WWW.nisdtx.org/Page/9491 For Calendar
SIGNATURE PAGE (Due back to Mr. Maciel by 9/10/2012)
Please sign and return this page of the Handbook so I will know you have received
and reviewed it. Thank You WWW.nisdtx.org/Page/9489
I have read and reviewed the Gene Pike Orchestra Syllabus & Handbook
with my child. I understand and accept the policies and procedures for
the 2012-2013 school year.
__________________________________________
_______________________________________
Parents Signature
Student’s Signature
PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING AS DESIRED:
________ I would like to receive information about instrument insurance.
________ I give my permission for Mr. Maciel to replace broken strings at school, thus
saving me a trip to the music store. (Not necessary for Bass students)
________I DO NOT give Mr. Maciel to replace broken strings.
________I would like information about private lessons.
________ I am interested in volunteering to help at Orchestra activities and/or
concerts.
________I have completed the NISD Volunteer Background Form on the NISD web
page (under the parents tab) for 2012-2013.
Please PRINT the following:
Mom’s name____________________________________________ Phone # ________________________
Email____________________________________________________ Other # _________________________
Dad’s name_____________________________________________ Phone # ________________________
Email____________________________________________________ Other # _________________________