Course Title: Choristers Department: FA
Instructor: Mrs. Allen-Jackson Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: None Units of Credit: 1
Course Overview: Choristers is open to all students. This class will be for those students who are interested in singing and improving vocal skills. This choir will perform in the Spring Concert each year.
Course Content/Goals: The students will learn to use his/her singing voice, be able to read simple melodic and rhythmic phrases, and learn the basic fundamentals of music.
Course Materials: Supplementary materials, No Textbooks
Assessment:
*Grading Scale—As per student handbook
*Grading Percentages—Daily grades = 50% - 100% (depending on performance schedule) Performances = 40% Tests = 10%
*Daily grades consist of: Attendance, class participation, correct posture, class materials, and self-discipline
CIM Work Samples Available in this class: Class Videos, Performance Programs
Attendance/Tardies:
*Because choir is a performance class, absences are counted as part of your grade. It is important that students are “on time” for class. Tardies will be counted against you as per handbook instructions.
Career Related Learning Standards:
*The student will develop decision-making skills.
*The student will obtain information (interests, abilities, skills, and potentials) about self.
*The student will accept increasing responsibility for his/her actions.
*The student will develop skills in interpersonal relations.
Office Hours: My preparation period is the first half of fourth period. I am available during this time to help students with individual questions. I am also available from 7:30 am until 8:00 am each day. Any fundraising monies will be taken BEFORE school: NOT DURING CLASSTIME.
SHS encourages parental involvement and comments. For that reason, I’m requiring that my students take this home and have it signed by a parent or guardian. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 503-769-2171 ext. 436.
Parent Signature: ___________________________________________________
Student Signature: _________________________________________________