2015-2016
Junior High Music
Power Public Schools
Teacher’s Note
I hope you’re ready for an exciting year of music. I know I certainly am. Please read the
following pages which include information about grading, lettering, expectations, and your
concert schedule. Additional information is available on the school website
www.power.k12.mt.us under both “Music” and “Mrs. Sundquist”. I can’t wait to share some
wonderful music with you this year!
Mrs. Lisa Sundquist, director
Expectations
Pride
Organization
Work Together
Encourage Effort
Respect and Responsibility
All Power students follow the
POWER expectations
Instrumental Rental
The school is fortunate to have many instruments available to rent for $30/year. Students are
not responsible for general maintenance of the instruments other than swabbing or cleaning
after use. If an instrument is carelessly broken while it is in the student’s care, it is that
student’s responsibility to have it repaired. Other repairs will be handled through the school.
Supplies
Woodwinds: 3 good reeds, cork grease (if applicable), proper
cleaning equipment such as a swab or cleaning rod.
Brass: valve oil, clean soft cloth
Percussion: two sets of personal snare sticks
Most supplies are available through
the music office at a reduced price.
*ALL personal items need to be marked with the student’s name.
Performances
Performances are mandatory and your grades reflect this. In the case of an emergency contact Mrs.
Sundquist so other arrangements can be made. See the attached calendar for specific dates.
Concert Attire
Standard concert attire is a white shirt with black long pants or skirts, with black closed-toe shoes
and hosiery. Accessories should be simple so all the students still look uniform. Appropriate attire
contributes to each student’s concert grade.
Pep band t-shirts are required for all band students in grades 7-12. Please note whether you need a
t-shirt or not on the form at the end of this handbook. Cost is approximately $10-$15, which will be
due at the end of the 1st quarter.
Grading
Students are assessed on the following:
Performance
20%
Participation
60%
Playing Tests/Class Work
Practice
10%
10%
Practice Expectations
A student’s efforts at home affects the success of the group as a whole.
30 minutes EVERY week
are due each Friday or the last day of the school week if it is a short week. Please work diligently
toward this goal, not only for the good of your individual playing, but also for the good of the entire
ensemble.
You can now submit practice records ONLINE!
Go to “Submit a Practice Log” on Mrs. Sundquist’s website at www.power.k12.mt.us  Teachers 
Mrs. Sundquist  Submit a Practice Log. You will need to access this form prior to beginning your
practice. Paper forms are also available in the music room.
Contact Information
Mrs. Sundquist
406-868-2959 cell phone
406-463-2251 school
lsundquist@power.k12.mt.us
JH Music Calendar of Events
Subject to Change
Oct. 27
Fall Concert
Dec. 15
K-12 Christmas Concert
Apr. 23
Junior High Music Festival @ Power
Apr. 28
Art Show – JH Music Performances
May 12
‘Pops’ Concert
TBA
Junior High Mass Band
TBA
Junior High Mass Choir
Pep Band Schedule
Oct. 29-30
District Volleyball Tourney @ Dutton (no school Oct. 30)
Nov. 5-7
Divisional Volleyball Tourney @ Belt (tentative)
TBA tentative
Post-season football games
Jan.2
BB v. GFCC
Jan. 15
BB v. NTC (no school)
Jan. 16
BB v. Augusta (boys only)
Jan. 23
BB v. Simms
Jan. 30
BB v. Dutton-Brady
Feb. 5
BB v. Cascade
Feb. 6
BB v. Heart Butte
Feb. 17-20
District BB Tourney @ Conrad (no school Feb. 19)
Feb. 24-27
Divisional BB Tourney @ Great Falls 4 Seasons Arena (tentative)
Power Junior High Music
2015-2016
We have read the information regarding music at Power Schools and
understand that there are performances outside the school day for which
attendance is required and for which grades are given. We received a
copy of the criteria used in grading for music class and a calendar for the
2015-2016 school year.
After you have read through the music information sheet, please sign
and return this page.
Date _______________________________
Pep Band T-shirt needed: Yes __________ No ____________
Print Student’s Name ________________________________________________________________________________
Student’s Signature __________________________________________________________________________________
Parent Signature _____________________________________________________________________________________
Preferred method of communication:
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Phone call ___________________________
Text __________________________________
E-mail ________________________________
Other _________________________________
This form is due by Friday, August 28, 2015.