UNIONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL 2012-2013 FOR DANCE, DRAMA, VISUAL ARTS, MUSIC - VOCAL AND WINDS PROGRAMS Application is open to students in Grades 8 who reside in York Region-East Area FOR MUSIC/PIANO PROGRAM Application is open to all students in grade 8 who reside in York Region (no boundary) FOR MUSIC/STRINGS PROGRAM Application is open to grade 8 students who reside in York Region East, West and North (not students who live in the Alexander Mackenzie High School encashment area) (Please note: York Region District School Board does not provide transportation for students attending the Arts Unionville program. Students who are accepted into Arts Unionville will be charged a program fee of $100.00 annually.) www.artsunionville.com APPLICANT'S NAME: ___________________________________________________________________________________ PRESENTLY ATTENDING (School Name): ____________________________________________________GRADE: ____ THIS APPLICATION IS FOR: ____________________________________ OTHER APPLICATION: ____________________ ATTACHMENTS: □ AUDITION FEE □ PROOF OF RESIDENCY □ STUDENT QUESTIONNAIRE □ ACADEMIC REFERENCE □ REPORT CARD □ PHOTOGRAPHS (2 copies) □ PARENT QUESTIONNAIRE □ ARTS REFERENCE Application Due Date: Friday, December 2, 2011 APPLICATION INFORMATION (please read carefully): Students may apply to the following disciplines: DANCE DRAMA VISUAL ARTS MUSIC (Vocal, Piano, or Instrumental) Applications received at the Arts Unionville desk, in the main office, by Friday, December 2, 2011, 4:00 p.m. are guaranteed an audition. Late applications will be held in order of the date and time received. An audition will be scheduled only if time permits. A maximum of two auditions is available to each student. A separate application form is required for each discipline (maximum of two). Students and their parent(s) and/or guardian MUST reside in York Region (no exceptions). A separate (non-refundable) audition fee of $20.00 must accompany each application. Please let us know about your child’s upcoming school trips so that your audition can be scheduled accordingly. Because of the large number of auditions being arranged, we may be unable to change assigned times. Auditions will be held January 26 – February 1, 2012. ATTACHMENTS REQUIRED : Audition Fee: A separate cheque for $20.00 (made out to ARTS UNIONVILLE, with the student's name written clearly on the front) must be attached to each application. Student Questionnaire: Please attach a separate sheet with student answers. Parent Questionnaire: Please attach a separate sheet with parent answers. Academic Teacher Reference: Completed form must be sealed in an envelope by the reference. Arts Teacher Reference: Completed form must be sealed in an envelope by the reference. Report Card: Please attach a photocopy of your final June 2011 report card. Proof of Residency: ONLY for students NOT currently attending a YRDSB school. HOMEOWNERS - Please attach a photocopy of ONE of the following: o Purchase agreement o Municipal tax bill and property assessment RENTERS - Please attach photocopies of the following: o Lease Agreement and 2 of the following: home phone bill, hydro bill, credit card bill, cancelled cheque for rent payment Student Photograph: Please attach (where indicated) 2 copies of a recent “head and shoulders” photograph. A school photo is acceptable. (Please use either a staple or paper clip to attach photos – please do not use glue) Dance Photograph: Those applying for DANCE must also include a "full body" photograph. ARTS UNIONVILLE INFORMATION SESSIONS (you must call Markham Theatre to reserve seats): Two Information Sessions will be held on Tuesday, November 1, 2011, AT THE MARKHAM THEATRE. To reserve complimentary seating, please telephone The Markham Theatre Box Office at 905-305-7469 starting October 3, between 11:00 am and 7:00 pm. Be sure to specify which session you wish to attend: Session 1: 1:00 - 2:30 pm - A general information session plus Arts Unionville performances will be held at Markham Theatre from 1:00 - 1:45 pm, followed by a short question and answer period. This session is primarily for students accompanied by their teachers. Session 2: 7:00 - 9:00 pm - A general information session plus Arts Unionville performances will be held at Markham Theatre followed by specific information sessions in the Arts Studios at Unionville High School. This session is primarily for students accompanied by parents/guardians. MAIL OR DELIVER APPLICATIONS TO: UNIONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL, MAIN OFFICE 201 TOWN CENTRE BLVD UNIONVILLE, ON L3R 8G5 Telephone: 905-479-2787 Ext. 249 Please staple or clip 2 head and shoulders photographs here. PLEASE DO NOT E-MAIL APPLICATIONS PERSONAL DATA (please fill in): THIS APPLICATION IS FOR (circle ONE discipline): DANCE DRAMA VISUAL ARTS MUSIC: vocal piano instrumental (what instrument?)_____________ I HAVE ALSO SUBMITTED A SEPARATE APPLICATION FOR (if applicable, circle discipline): DANCE DRAMA VISUAL ARTS MUSIC: vocal piano instrumental (what instrument?)_____________ STUDENT I.D.# GENDER LAST NAME FIRST NAME STREET ADDRESS (include apt/unit #) TOWN/POSTAL CODE HOME TELEPHONE DATE OF BIRTH (DD/MM/YY) PARENT/GUARDIAN EMAIL ADDRESS (print clearly) → MOTHER'S/GUARDIAN'S NAME HOME TELEPHONE BUSINESS TELEPHONE FATHER'S/GUARDIAN'S NAME HOME TELEPHONE BUSINESS TELEPHONE PRESENT SCHOOL Grade YRDSB HOME AREA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT QUESTIONNAIRE (Please attach a separate sheet with your answers) 1. Why do you wish to enroll in the Arts Unionville Program? 2. Have you ever taken, or are you taking private, individual or group lessons? Please give details. Dancers, please specify the type of dance. 3. List any other activities (other than lessons) in which you are currently involved. 4. Have you ever performed or exhibited your work? Please give details. PARENT STATEMENT Please attach a separate sheet with your answers): Please tell us why you are interested in having your child attend the ARTS UNIONVILLE program at Unionville High School. Include comments on particular academic and artistic goals that you would like to have your son/daughter accomplish while attending Arts Unionville. Please limit your response to 100 words. I have read and understood the information regarding the application and audition process. I understand that all application materials become the property of Unionville High School and that any part of an audition may be audio or video taped. I understand the decision of the audition committee is final. ____________________________________ PARENT(S)/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE _____________________________________ STUDENT SIGNATURE Notice to Parents/Guardians and Students Information is collected pursuant to the Education Act. Information is used to verify mailing address and proof of residency. If you have any questions regarding the collection of this information please contact the principal in writing. ARTS TEACHER REFERENCE As a reference, please fill out the form below, place it in an envelope, seal it, sign the seal, and address the envelope to the ARTS UNIONVILLE Admissions Committee. Give the sealed envelope to the applicant to include with his or her application. Student’s Name: ___________________________________________________________________ Reference’s Name: _______________________ Signature: ________________________________ Role in which you know the student: __________________________________________________ Contact Number: ________________________ Contact email: _____________________________ How long have you known the student? _______________________________________________ Please rate the student according to the following criteria as realistically as possible. Check the appropriate box for each of the areas listed below: OUTSTANDING (Top 5%) GOOD (Top 25%) AVERAGE BELOW AVERAGE UNSURE Artistic Ability □ □ □ □ □ Artistic Potential □ □ □ □ □ Personal initiative □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ Leadership ability □ □ □ □ □ Works Independently □ □ □ □ □ Accepts Responsibility □ □ □ □ □ Integrity □ □ □ □ □ Emotional Maturity □ □ □ □ □ Time Management □ □ □ □ □ Social Interaction □ □ □ □ □ Demonstrates respect for self and others In questions 1 and 2 please circle the answer that coincides with your opinion of the applicant. Feel free to add comments if you wish. A. B. C. D. E. I strongly agree I agree I disagree I strongly disagree I am unsure 1. This student will perform well in a demanding, self-directed program. A B C D E ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ 2. This student demonstrates a passion for the arts. A B C D E ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ 3. Share and briefly explain with examples, three attributes that characterize this student. ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ 4. Do you have any additional information you would like to add pertaining to the student’s application? ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ Thank you for your time and consideration of this student. The Admissions Committee ARTS UNIONVILLE at Unionville High School ACADEMIC TEACHER REFERENCE As a reference, please fill out the form below, place it in an envelope, seal it, sign the seal, and address the envelope to the ARTS UNIONVILLE Admissions Committee. Give the sealed envelope to the applicant to include with his or her application. Student’s Name: ___________________________________________________________________ Reference’s Name: _______________________ Signature: ________________________________ Role in which you know the student: __________________________________________________ Contact Number: ________________________ Contact email: _____________________________ How long have you known the student? _______________________________________________ Please rate the student according to the following criteria as realistically as possible. Check the appropriate box for each of the areas listed below: OUTSTANDING (Top 5%) GOOD (Top 25%) AVERAGE BELOW AVERAGE UNSURE Artistic Ability □ □ □ □ □ Artistic Potential □ □ □ □ □ Personal initiative □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ Leadership ability □ □ □ □ □ Works Independently □ □ □ □ □ Accepts Responsibility □ □ □ □ □ Integrity □ □ □ □ □ Emotional Maturity □ □ □ □ □ Time Management □ □ □ □ □ Social Interaction □ □ □ □ □ Demonstrates respect for self and others In questions 1 and 2 please circle the answer that coincides with your opinion of the applicant. Feel free to add comments if you wish. A. B. C. D. E. I strongly agree I agree I disagree I strongly disagree I am unsure 1. This student will perform well in a demanding, self-directed program. A B C D E ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ 2. This student demonstrates a passion for the arts. A B C D E ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ 3. Share and briefly explain with examples, three attributes that characterize this student. ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ 4. Do you have any additional information you would like to add pertaining to the student’s application? ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ Thank you for your time and consideration of this student. The Admissions Committee ARTS UNIONVILLE at Unionville High School