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CHOIR HANDBOOK

2017-2018

Mrs. Christina Lewis, Director

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Dear Students and Families:

Welcome to the Walker Freshman High School and Walker High School Choir Department! The choirs

at WFHS and WHS have been building a reputation of excellence over almost two decades, and I

look forward to working with you as we continue to maintain and build on that tradition. I am here

because I truly believe in the important places both music and singing have in each of our lives.

The Choir Department Handbook and information your child has (or you have, if you are the student)

received on the first day of school has been refreshed for the Fall 2017 semester for your

convenience. Please read it thoroughly at the beginning of the semester and refer to it often. It will

include things you need to know to achieve success in your vocal music studies. Please keep it in a

safe place, as you and your student may be asked to reference it throughout the semester.

Also on the first day of school, your child has received a list of dates for optional and mandatory

functions and performances. Please reserve these dates by marking them on your calendar as soon

as possible! Failure to appear at a mandatory function or performance will result in failure of a major

grade in the course. Updates and any date changes will be given out as soon as they are known,

and you will be given ample notice if any of these dates change.

After you, the student and parent, have read the information in the handbook, please indicate so by

removing the following perforated forms from the back of the handbook, signing, and returning them

to me, along with the materials below (outlined in the syllabus), by Friday, August 18, 2017:

♫ Handbook Acknowledgement of Receipt and Contract

♫ Parent Support Team Letter

♫ Emergency Information Form

♫ white erasers (can be brick or pen top, but MUST be white, grey, or neon)

♫ traditional pencils (pack of at least 5; more than 5 allows bonus points or letter jacket points)

Student grades will reflect accordingly after the due date until all forms and materials are turned in to

the choir director.

There is a great deal of information in this packet for you to consider. Though you are expected to

read all of the information, most of it can be summarized in one sentence. If you distinguish yourself

by always trying to do the right thing at the right time, you will make a lasting positive impact on the

Doyle Choir Department. The presence and participation of each and EVERY one of you really IS that

important to the success of this group!!

Please feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns. My school email address

is [email protected]. This is the best way to contact me, since I work on two different campuses

each day. Also, our choir website can be accessed by going to www.dandwchoirs.weebly.com for

announcements, important documents, and additional contact information.

I am truly looking forward to working with you this year! Your talent and hard work can make this an

excellent year for all of us!

Sincerely,

Christina Lewis

Director of Choirs

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WALKER FRESHMAN HIGH AND WALKER HIGH SCHOOLS

Choir Syllabus

Mrs. Christina B. Lewis, Director

[email protected]

Course Objectives:

The mission of the WFHS and WHS Choir Department for the student is to, through a balanced

repertoire of high quality music representing diverse genres and eras, learn the versatility to

perform music in a stylistically appropriate manner, with emphasis on accuracy, consistency,

and the highest potential quality. A high emphasis is placed on music literacy, as it is the back

bone of any learned musician. The student will also learn to craft intelligent critical appraisals

of performances to become a functional connoisseur of all types of music. Each student

enrolled in WFHS and WHS Choirs will be challenged to develop his/her abilities to their fullest

potential, while learning and enjoying quality musical literature and developing personal

qualities that grow through our quest for excellence together.

Materials:

3-ring binder with pockets and loose leaf paper: choir department will provide these items and

student must have them in class every day.

pencils: can be traditional or mechanical style – for personal use – NO PENS (white, neon, or

grey erasers on pencils are recommended)

white erasers: one pack – to be turned in – for erasing marks in music without damaging

original music

traditional pencils: one pack – to be turned in for use in the classroom – any color, any brand,

with white, neon, or grey eraser

FOR BONUS OR LETTER JACKET POINTS : You may bring in the following items for 5 bonus points

or 3 letter jacket points each.

- Germ-X brand hand sanitizer

- 2-pack of Expo markers

- box of Kleenex

- roll of paper towels

- extra erasers or pencils

- 3x5 index cards

- loose leaf paper

Note: All forms and materials are due by Friday, August 18, 2017. Each student will be issued a

black binder and sheet music. Students should write lightly in any original music they are

issued. Any markings that cannot be erased completely will be considered permanent

markings and will result in replacement fees ($1.50 per copy). Damages or loss of sheet music

or binder will also result in replacement fees. ($1.50 per copy, $3 per binder)

Course Fees:

A semester total of $30, which includes a class fee ($20) and a shirt fee ($10) is due by Friday,

August 18, 2017. This class fee helps to defray the cost of competition transportation and entry

fees, music, and accompanist fees for all concerts. If fee payment cannot be arranged

before the deadline above, the submission of a note from a parent or guardian stating when

and how (example: “We will be paying ___(student name)___’s fee in installments of [ ___ ] for

[ ___ ] weeks).” BY THE SAME DEADLINE is acceptable.

mailto:[email protected]

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Choir Uniforms:

The purchase of a uniform is also required. Please see the table below for details and prices. If

uniform payment cannot be arranged before the deadline above, the submission of a note

from a parent or guardian stating when and how (example: “We will be paying for

____(student name)____’s uniform in installments of [ ___ ] for [ ___ ] weeks).” BY THE SAME

DEADLINE is acceptable.

WFHS WHS

♫Choir Shirt – Purchased from Director for $10 (only if you

did not purchase one last school year) with jeans or slacks,

as instructed by choir director

♫Students must provide the following:

Long sleeve (or at least ¾ length), button-down,

black dress shirt

Black slacks or ankle-length skirt

Black belt (if pants have loops)

Black calf-length socks or stockings

Black closed-toe, closed-heel DRESS SHOES with no

more than a 2” heel (for safety reasons)

♫Choir Shirt – Purchased from Director for $10 (only if you

did not purchase one last school year) with jeans or slacks,

as instructed by choir director

♫Formal Uniform – Purchased from Director (some

additional charges may apply for extended sizes)

-Ladies: long black dress with ¾ length sleeves ($60)

-Men: long sleeve black dress shirt, purple tie, vest, tux

pants

♫Students must provide the following:

Black belt (if pants have loops)

Black calf-length socks or stockings

Black closed-toe, closed-heel DRESS SHOES with no

more than a 2” heel (for safety reasons)

Details:

In addition to the choir shirt, choir members must provide and wear uniform parts as listed in

the chart above for formal concerts. Students are required to wear conservative hair and

makeup and avoid wearing perfume during performances, but are encouraged to wear

deodorant.

Students participating in the Walker High School Advanced Choir need to purchase the formal

uniform for $60. This fee (or a note from the parent stating how and when the fee will be paid)

is due by Friday, August 18, 2017. Both the choir shirt and formal uniform are a one-time

purchase and can be worn each year as long as they fit properly and are in good condition.

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All uniform items, especially shoes, are subject to approval by the director for the sake of

student safety and choir performance professionalism. Students who fail to adhere to the dress

code will not be allowed to perform and overall performance grade will be affected

according to the performance rubric included in this handbook.

Uniform Checklist:

A student’s choir uniform must meet the following criteria in order for the student to perform.

Students may receive a zero for a portion of their performance grade if the uniform does not

meet the requirements. Performance grades are worth 40% of the final average.

Choir shirt tucked into slacks

Pants and skirts hemmed to the top of the foot, not touching the floor

NO jewelry or large belt buckles, with the exception of non-sparkly, stud earrings

Black socks (or stockings) that reach at least to the calf

Black dress shoes (closed heel, closed toe, 2” or less), clean and not worn out

Conservative hairstyles that do not draw extra attention

NO perfume or cologne; but yes, definitely use deodorant

All attire neat and free of wrinkles

Choir Payments:

All payments must be placed in the director’s hand. Payments placed on the desk, piano, or

anywhere else instead of the director’s hand risk loss or misplacement of the payment. The

director will not be responsible for lost or misplaced payments on the part of the student.

Students should not leave before receiving a receipt from the director to confirm the

transaction. Receipts should be kept for the year as proof of payment. Please DO NOT leave

payments with other individuals. You may make payments in the office or online if you so wish.

Cash payments will only be accepted in an envelope with the student’s name, amount, and

what the payment is for. Acceptable forms of payment are cash, checks, or money orders. All

check and money order payments should be made to Walker Freshman High School. Include

two phone numbers at the top of the check, and the student’s name and “choir fees” in the

memo of all payments.

Students who are unable to pay their choir payments by Friday, August 18, 2017 should bring a

signed note from their parent or guardian stating when the payments will be completed. If a

payment plan needs to be arranged, this is an absolutely acceptable arrangement, as long

as the arrangement is honored. Simply indicate in the note how the fees will be paid out

through several payments. Students must be debt-free or must have made arrangements to

be so in order to be eligible to perform or participate in other school-related activities.

Fundraisers and Positive Promotion of the Choir:

Students are required to do their part in helping fund and promote their program. The choir

department receives no outside assistance and must generate its own money to operate the

organization. If you choose not to participate in a specific fundraising activity, you may be

required to bring a note from home stating why you cannot participate. Fundraisers include

but are not limited to: Music Department sweatshirt sale, Christmas poinsettia sale, cookie

dough sale, World’s Finest Chocolate, and Jambalaya Jam (fundraisers rotate from year to

year).

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Student Expectations:

Violation of any of the below expectations may result in a loss of participation points

(maximum of 10 per week), as outlined in the Supplemental Materials section of this

document. Think of them as “The 10 Golden Rules of Choir”.

1) Students are expected to treat the instructors and each other with utmost respect. Singing is

a very personal and often vulnerable task. Teasing, laughing at, or insulting another student or

the teacher will not be tolerated.

2) Each student should be in their seat prepared to begin rehearsal when the bell rings.

Tardiness causes you to miss a portion of warm-up, limiting your ability to get the most out of

each class, as well as limiting your daily grade for the day. Class is dismissed by the choir

director, not the school bell.

3) No books, gym bags, purses, etc. will be allowed at your seat. Leave all personal items at

the side of the room, and turn off “noise makers” (watches, cell phones, etc.) before moving

to your seat.

4) Each student must have their folder with music and a pencil in hand during every rehearsal.

A pencil in a book bag across the room, or a folder with music at home is insufficient. Expect

periodic “pencil and music checks”.

5) The student remains personally responsible for the condition of the choir folder and music

once distributed. Report damage to or problems with music to the choir librarians as soon as

possible.

6) Students are expected to remain actively engaged in the rehearsal at all times. There is

always room for improvement in individual performance. Hard work is expected; it is not an

option. Students are required to participate properly, even if they do not feel well. Students

who are ill, or otherwise unable to actively participate in singing, must notify the director

before rehearsal begins. Students unable to sing are expected to remain focused on the

music during class.

7) Upon receiving music, each student is expected to write their name on the outside cover

and number all measures, beginning with the first full measure, using a pencil only. Students

should make marks in their music as instructed by the director. Music marking is an ongoing

student requirement to individually and collectively improve the music making process.

8) Students are responsible for the maintenance of their choir room. Except for bottled water,

absolutely NO FOOD, DRINK, or GUM is permitted during rehearsal. When rehearsal is

completed, put all supplies away, throw away trash, and take all personal items with you as

you leave.

9) Choir students are expected to be model citizens in and out of the choir room.

10) STAY INFORMED!!! Listen in class, read the board daily for announcements, check the

calendar in the syllabus, or ask your choir officers or section leaders if you are unsure of

something. The more involved you are, the more fun choir can become.

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Class Attendance:

Class attendance is extremely important! Each day is a building block upon the previous day.

We are a team. When one student is not present mentally or physically, then the entire group

is not present. I will not be keeping track of who needs to make up work upon his/her return.

Make-up work is solely the responsibility of the student, not the teacher. Please see me

privately if you need to discuss make-up assignments. An excused absence can absolutely be

made up for grading purposes but the rehearsal missed and mastery gained cannot be

recaptured, and hinders the progress of the ensemble as a whole.

Grades:

Grades are NOT based on raw talent.

Grades will be based upon the contribution a student makes to the success of the group:

attitude, behavior, class and concert attendance, vocal progress, and how hard one is willing

to work for the excellence of our choir. Grade categories will be weighted as follows:

Daily Participation, Written and Oral Quizzes and Exams: 45%

Performances/Performance-related Rehearsals: 40%

Semester Final Exam (Proficiency Exam): 15%

Daily rehearsal grades – Students can earn up to 10 points a week for proper participation in

rehearsal. This includes being on time to class, having all materials, and, most of all,

participating fully in rehearsals.

As a general policy, grades will not be discussed in front of peers in class. For discussions

pertaining to grades, please see me privately (in a one-on-one setting, not as a group

discussion, can be during class as per director’s discretion) to resolve any issues. Any

gradebook issues brought to the director should be done so in a respectful, school-

appropriate, professional manner. Any issue that has not been satisfactorily resolved in class

may be done so through parent-teacher communication, either by email or phone.

Homework:

There are two types of homework: written assignments and practicing/reviewing material

learned in class. Students occasionally receive written assignments to be completed at home.

These reinforce what is being learned in class.

The voice, like any other instrument, must be perfected with practice. Students are expected

to review daily the information presented in class. This includes practicing warm-ups and songs

we may be singing in class outside of the classroom setting.

Performance Participation:

Attendance at ALL performances and performance-related rehearsals during school and

outside of school is mandatory, and all performances and performance-related rehearsals are

graded. Note: As per school policy, students must be present at school for two class periods

during the day of the performance to be eligible to participate in an after-school

performance or rehearsal, unless the after-school performance or rehearsal sates falls on the

same day as a school-related absence.

All performance dates are provided early in the semester so that conflicts may be avoided.

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Students will receive full credit for arriving on time, participating properly, having appropriate

performance etiquette, and staying through the entire performance or rehearsal. Students will

lose five points for each minute they are late and points will be deducted for improper

participation or inappropriate audience behavior. Performances off-campus are considered

an extension of the classroom and all school rules will still apply, including cell phone policies.

Performance Absences and Performance-Related Rehearsal Absences:

Students who miss a performance/performance-related rehearsal must bring a signed note

from their doctor or parent/guardian stating the reason for the absence. NO alternate

assignments will be given to allow students to earn the performance points for unexcused

absences. Please see the description below for definitions of excused and unexcused

absences.

Absences will be excused by the director on a case-by-case basis.

Excused absences include illness, death in the family, other emergency situations, and pre-

arranged absences (for example, a conflict with another school activity or other activity

approved by me) where a direct parent/guardian communication (email or phone call) is

received at least two weeks PRIOR to the performance or rehearsal. Conflicts presented to me

DURING the week of a performance WILL NOT BE EXCUSED unless it is an emergency situation

as described above.

Student jobs, babysitting, going out of town, lack of ride, and being absent from school are

problems that can be solved or worked around and therefore are not excused absences for a

performance or performance-related rehearsal. You are given the choir calendar in advance

so these things may be avoided ahead of time. Students who have an unexcused absence

from a performance or performance-related rehearsal are not eligible for a make-up

assignment and will receive zero points for the performance.

Make-Up for an Excused Performance/Performance-Related Rehearsal Absence:

Making up an EXCUSED absence from major performances and performance-related

rehearsals, including the Fall Concert, Veteran’s Day Program, Christmas Concert, Pre-Festival

Concert, Choir Festival (District or State), or Jambalaya Jam, will require the completion of the

supplemental make-up assignment below. Students must fill out the MAKE-UP ASSIGMENT

REQUEST FORM in the “Supplemental Materials and Forms” section of the handbook.

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CHOIR HANDBOOK

2017-2018

FORMS & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS

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HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND RECEIPT

Student Initial / Parent Initial

_____ _____ I acknowledge that I have received a copy of the Walker Freshman High and

Walker High School Choir Handbook.

_____ _____ I understand that the handbook contains important information on policies,

procedures, and important dates, and that I will reference it if/when I have any

questions regarding any personal situations that may arise. I realize this

handbook is not intended to cover every situation which may arise, but is simply

a general guide to which I can refer.

_____ _____ I understand that is it my responsibility to familiarize myself with the information

and that I will abide by the policies and rules of the school and the choir

department. I will keep this handbook for my reference, both for policies and

rules, and for reference to subject matter during class, such as pedagogy, sight-

reading procedures, etc.

_____ _____ I further understand and acknowledge that the choir director may change, add

or delete any policies or provisions in this handbook as he/she sees fit in his/her

judgment and discretion, along with administrators, as necessary.

_____ _____ I acknowledge and understand that this Student-Parent Handbook supersedes

and replaces any and all prior handbooks or materials previously distributed.

_____ _____ I acknowledge that choir is a participation-based course and that grades are

based largely on rehearsals and performances both during and after school.

Student’s Printed Name ________________________________ Choir ____________________________

Student’s Signature _________________________________________________________________________

Parent’s Printed Name _________________________________ Date _____________________________

Parent’s Signature __________________________________________________________________________

**Please return this form to Mrs. Lewis no later than Friday, August 18, 2017.**

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PARENT SUPPORT TEAM

Dear Parents,

Please sign below and return to the director no later than Friday, August 18, 2017:

I, _______________________________________ , the parent/guardian of _______________________________ ,

have read and understand the responsibilities mentioned above regarding my child’s membership in

this ensemble.

Parent Signature ____________________________________________________________

Parent Support Team (check all that apply)

The choir is always in need of support by parents, guardians, and outside supporters. As the director

of choirs, I need and appreciate help from parents. There are three main areas in which I see a

critical need and could use some help. One area is promotion of the choir. We would like a team

who would be willing to put articles in the local paper about the choir and any choir student who

earns recognition. The program needs anything we can do to get the word out about how great our

program is. The second area is fundraising. If you can help organize product when it arrives or help

promote fundraisers as they occur, please let me know. The third area is chaperoning when we take

off-campus, performance-based trips.

Please fill out the bottom of this form indication your area of availability. Even if you are not able to

volunteer at this time, please indicate such and return this form with your child. Once I receive all of

the forms, I will create a contact list so that everyone on the team can contact each other. I will send

the list home with all students whose parents have volunteered. If you cannot volunteer at this time,

you do not need to fill out the contact information on this form. However, your support is still very

much appreciated. Thank you!

___ Yes! I will be able to help chaperone this semester.

___ I would absolutely like to be part of the promoting the choir.

___ I would like to be part of fundraising for the choir.

Name ___________________________________________________________________

Relationship to choir member _____________________________________________

Email ____________________________________________________________________

Phone number(s) _________________________________________________________

Special Gift/Skill (optional) ________________________________________________

___ My apologies; I am currently unable to participate in a parent support group.

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EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION FORM

This information will be extremely important in the event of an accident or medical emergency.

Please be sure to fill out completely, then sign and date this form. Records will be kept in a secure

place by Mrs. Lewis until needed. All forms are shredded at the end of each school year.

Student

Name (Last, First, Middle): ____________________________________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone: __________________________________________ Birthdate: _____________________________________

Father Mother

Name (Last, First): ______________________________ Name (Last, First): _________________________________

Address: ______________________________________ Address: _________________________________________

______________________________________ _________________________________________

Phone: ______________________________________ Phone: _________________________________________

(Home) (Work) (Home) (Work)

______________________________________ _________________________________________

(Cell) (Cell)

Email: _______________________________________ Email: __________________________________________

Medical Insurance

Company Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________

Name of Insured: ________________________________ Current Coverage: _________________________________

Policy #: _______________________________________ Group #: _________________________________________

Medical History

Check categories that the student has a history of:

Diabetes ______ Epilepsy ______ Heart Trouble ______ Asthma ______ Drug Allergies ______ Other __________

Blood Type: _______ Physician: _______________________________________ Phone: ________________________

Person Other Than Parent to Contact In Case of Emergency

Name: _________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________

Name: _________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________

Authorization is hereby given for administration of any medical treatment deemed necessary during any music trip. Such

treatment will be administered only by a licensed nurse or doctor. I, as the parent or guardian of my child, agree to accept

responsibility for all authorized doctor, hospital, and medical expenses incurred on this trip.

In case of injury or serious illness, I hereby grant permission for school employees to secure medical services for the student

named on this sheet.

Signature of Parent or Guardian: __________________________________________________ Date: _______________

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WALKER CHOIR DEPARTMENT CALENDAR

Fall 2017

August 2017

9 Wednesday First Day of Fall Semester

18 Friday SLU Honor Choir Workshop Registration Due

18 Friday All Forms and Fees due

26 Saturday SLU Honor Choir Workshop

September 2017

4 Monday Labor Day Holiday

6 Wednesday LMEA Honor Choir Registration Deadline, ** interested High

School and Jr. High students only ** ($20)

16 Saturday LMEA Honor Choir 1st Round Auditions, Catholic High School,

Baton Rouge

19 Wednesday ACDA Online Auditions Due (laacda.org)

TBA LMEA Honor Choir Rehearsal, St. Joseph’s Academy,

Baton Rouge, 6-8 pm


Baton Rouge, 6-8 pm


Baton Rouge, 6-8 pm

8, 15,

or 22

Fall Choir Mixer and Hour of Power, Doyle High Band Hall,

6-8:30pm

October 2017

TBA LMEA Honor Choir Rehearsal, First Baptist Church of

Baton Rouge, Downtown Baton Rouge, 6-8 pm

TBA LMEA Honor Choir Rehearsal, First Baptist Church of

Baton Rouge, Downtown Baton Rouge, 8am-4pm

9 Monday LMEA Honor Choir Concert, First Baptist Church of

Baton Rouge, Downtown Baton Rouge, 6pm

14 Saturday LMEA 2nd Round Auditions

13 Friday Livingston Parish Fair Holiday

17 Tuesday

Fall Concert Dress Rehearsal, Walker Freshman High

Auditorium, 6-8pm

19 Thursday

Fall Concert Performance, Walker Freshman High Auditorium,

call at 6pm, performance at 7pm

19 Thursday Parent/Teacher Conference Day

24-26 Tuesday – Thursday ADVANCED CHOIR AUDITIONS (by appointment only)

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26-28 Thursday – Saturday ACDA Convention, Hilton New Orleans

November 2017

3 Friday Lip Sync Battle (during school)

10-11 TBA

Veteran’s Day Program, Walker Freshman High School and

Walker High School (two programs)

13-27 Monday Poinsettia Sale or Popcorn Sale (TBD)

17-21 Friday – Tuesday LMEA Conference, Baton Rouge

18-26 Monday – Friday Thanksgiving Holiday

27 Monday Return to School from Thanksgiving

December 2017

5 Tuesday

Candlelight Celebration Dress Rehearsal, Walker Baptist

Church (?), 6-8pm

7 Thursday

Candlelight Celebration Concert, Walker Baptist Church (?),

Call at 5:30pm, performance at 7 pm

Final Exam (Proficiency)

20 Friday Last Day of Fall Semester

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WALKER CHOIR DEPARTMENT CALENDAR

Spring 2018

January 2018

9 Tuesday First Day of Spring Semester

15 Monday Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (no school)

19 Friday All forms and fees due

February 2018

9 Friday Spring Choir Mixer/Hour of Power, Doyle High Band Hall,

6-8:30pm

12-13 Monday - Tuesday Mardi Gras Holiday

14 Wednesday Return to School from Mardi Gras

16 Friday Last day to turn in money for Spring Fundraiser

March 2018

Guest Clinician Workshop

Pre-Festival Concert, Walker Freshman High School, NO DRESS

REHEARSAL – call time 5:30pm, performance at 7pm

District Festival, First Baptist Church of Baton Rouge, Downtown

Baton Rouge (leave ALL dates open on your calendar!)

27-29 Tuesday - Thursday Jambalaya Jam Solo/Small Group Auditions

30 Friday Spring Break begins

April 2018

9 Monday Return to school from Spring Break

17-19 Tuesday - Thursday

State Festival, Lake Charles or South Lafourche, LA (leave ALL

dates open on your calendar in the event we qualify!)

27 Friday Jambalaya Jam Rehearsal Field Trip, Suma Hall

27 Friday

Jambalaya Jam Concert, Suma Hall, Doors open at 6pm,

CALL TIME TBA

May 2018

4 Friday Choir Banquet, First Baptist Church of Livingston, Times TBA

Seniors’ Last Day

Final Exam (Proficiency)

24 Thursday Last Day of Spring Semester

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RUBRIC INDEX

Weekly Participation Rubric: 10 points per week

10 points 5 points 0 points

Preparation Arrives on time for class. Has

book, folder, pencil, and

planner. Has taken

restroom/drink break prior to

class.

Arrives on time for class. Has

most supplies needed for class.

Needs to leave class for a

preventable reason.

Is late for class. Not prepared

for class. Leaves classroom

continually or is not present for

class.

Posture and Movement Always stands with correct

posture and participates in

movement: hand-signs or

music-based movement.

Usually uses correct posture

and participates in movement,

but needs regular reminders.

Refuses to participate in

movement regularly or is not

present for class.

Vocal Production Always sings using his/her best

singing voice.

Usually sings using his/her best

singing voice.

Refuses to sing, sings using an

inappropriate singing voice, or

is not present for class.

Rehearsal Etiquette Remains in appointed section.

Keeps hands and feet to self,

treats others with respect, uses

appropriate language and

voice level.

In the wrong section

temporarily, but keeps hands

and feet to self, treats others

with respect, uses appropriate

language and voice level.

Out of section, does not keep

hands and feet to self, is not

respectful to others, or uses

improper language and voice

level, or is not present for class.

Doyle Junior High Choir Uniform Check: 100 points

CATEGORY 25 points 20 points 15 points 0 points

Shirt

Long sleeve (or at least

¾ length), button-down,

black dress shirt.

Shirt is missing only

one criterion.

Shirt is missing two (or

more) criteria.

Shirt not brought to

director by

performance day.

Pants or Skirt

Pants or skirt is ankle-

length, solid black, and

not clinging to legs.

(NO SKINNY PANTS)

Pants are missing only

one criterion.

Pants are missing two

(or more) criteria.

Pants not brought to

director by

performance day.

Accessories

(Shoes, Socks,

and Belt)

All accessories are

present: shoes, socks,

belt (if necessary)

Only one accessory is

missing OR

accessories are

missing only one

criterion (ex: heels are

too high).

Two accessories are

missing OR accessories

are more than one

criterion.

Accessories not

brought to director by

performance day.

Checked on

Time

Uniform is brought to

director on uniform

check day.


director one calendar

day after uniform

check day.


director two calendar

days after uniform

check day.

Uniform not brought to

director by

performance day.

Grade consists of the following:

SHIRT: Long sleeve (or at least ¾ length), button-down, black dress shirt

PANTS or SKIRT: Black slacks or ankle-length skirt, black belt if pants have loops.

SHOES and SOCKS (or STOCKINGS): Black, closed-toe, closed-heel dress shoes with no more

than a 2” heel, and black calf-length socks or stockings.

CHECKED ON TIME: Dependent upon whether student brings in uniform on or before Uniform

Check Day.

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Doyle High School Concert Choir Uniform Check: 100 points

CATEGORY 25 points 20 points 15 points 0 points

Main Parts

Ladies: Concert dress

brought to director on

uniform check day.

Men: Shirt and tux pants


uniform check day.



uniform check day

needing alterations.

Men: Shirt or tux pants


uniform check day.



uniform check day

needing repairs.



uniform check day

needing alterations or

repairs.


not brought to director

by performance day.


not brought to director

by performance day.

Shoes

Black, closed toe, closed

heel dress shoes with 2”

heels (or less) are


uniform check day.

Shoes are missing only

one criterion.

Shoes are missing two

(or more) criteria.

Shoes not brought to

director by

performance day.

Accessories

All accessories are

present as necessary:

socks, stockings, belt,

vest, and tie.

Only one accessory is

missing OR

accessories are

missing only one

criterion.

Two accessories are

missing OR accessories

are more than one

criterion.

Accessories not

brought to director by

performance day.

Checked on

Time


director on uniform

check day.


director one calendar

day after uniform

check day.


director two calendar

days after uniform

check day.

Uniform not brought to

director by

performance day.


MAIN PARTS: Ladies - Dress ordered from director, altered to 2”above floor (only tops of feet

should show). Men – black, long sleeve dress shirt and black tuxedo pants, altered

appropriately.

SHOES: Black, closed-toe, closed-heel dress shoes with no more than a 2” heel.

ACCESSORIES: black calf-length socks or stockings, black dress belt, black vest, and purple tie,

as appropriate.

CHECKED ON TIME: Dependent upon whether student brings in uniform on or after Uniform

Check Day.

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Choir Concert/Performance Rubric: 500 points

CATEGORY 100 90 80 (adjusted as

appropriate)

Time In Student arrives early or

on time according to

cell phone time.

Student arrives one

minute late

according to cell

phone time.

Student arrives two

minutes late according

to cell phone time.

Student arrives three or

more minutes late

according to cell

phone time.

Dress Rehearsal Student arrives early or

on time according to

cell phone time.

Student arrives one

minute late

according to cell

phone time.

Student arrives two

minutes late according

to cell phone time.

Student arrives three or

more minutes late

according to cell

phone time, OR

student leaves

rehearsal before being

dismissed.

Uniform All required uniform

parts are worn at

check-in and remain

throughout the

concert: shirt, pants or

skirt, socks or stockings,

One uniform part is

missing at check-in,

but uniform is

complete for the

concert.

Two uniform parts are

missing at check-in,

but uniform is

complete for the

concert.

More than two uniform

parts are missing at

check-in, OR uniform is

not complete for the

concert.

Appearance Hair is out of face and

conservative, no

perfume is worn, and

no flashy or large

jewelry is worn.

One required item is

unacceptable

Two required items are

unacceptable

Three or more items

are unacceptable.

Behavior/Support

of Others

Student is engaged

during concert, student

does not talk during

concert, student

displays appropriate

concert etiquette,

student displays

support for fellow choir

members and

collaborating choir

members.

Student displays ONE

of the following: is not

engaged during

concert, student talks

during concert,

student does not

display appropriate

concert etiquette, OR

student does not

display support for

fellow choir members

and collaborating

choir members.

Student displays TWO

of the following:

Student is not

engaged during


during concert,

student does not

display appropriate


student does not

display support for


and collaborating

choir members.

Student displays THREE

or more of the

following: Student is

not engaged during


during concert,

student does not

display appropriate


student does not

display support for


and collaborating

choir members.


TIME IN: Time of arrival to the choir room. For every minute late, 5 points will be deducted from

total grade.

DRESS REHEARSAL: Dependent upon attendance to dress rehearsal. For every 5 minutes late, 5

points will be deducted from grade. (worth 200 points)

UNIFORM: All uniform parts should be worn at check-in. Any missing parts will result in

deduction of points.

APPEARANCE: Hair should be pinned or hair sprayed out of face, NO PERFUME, no jewelry

worn.

BEHAVIOR/SUPPORT OF OTHERS: Dependent upon how well student supports others in their

choir program and collaborating choir programs. Also dependent upon behavior during the

concert.

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CHOIR LETTERMAN JACKET POINTS SYSTEM

All District – Round One Audition: 10 pts.

All District Choir Member: 25 pts.

All State – Round Two Audition: 10 pts.

All State Choir Member: 25 pts.

Perform a solo at Jambalaya Jam: 10 pts.

Choir Room Beautification: 5-15 pts.

Solo at Concert: 5 pts.

Sweepstakes at District Festival: 10 pts.

Attend outside choral performance and write review: 5 pts.

Attend choir workshops and write review: 5 pts.

Recruit additional member for choir: 10 pts.

Other choir program participation as deemed by choir director: 5-15 points each

TO QUALIFY FOR A CHOIR LETTER JACKET:

Student must reach 100 points – may be redeemed before senior year

OR

Be enrolled in two FULL years (4 semesters) of choir – all semesters need not be consecutive

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REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE ETIQUETTE GUIDE

DO…

...shower and wear deodorant.

...arrive on time and fully dressed in

your concert uniform.

...pin or spray back stray hair that

may fall in your face or create a

shadow on your eyes.

...practice proper and appropriate

audience etiquette (no talking or

cell phone use), and encourage

friends & family members to do the

same.

...practice proper concert etiquette

on and off the stage.

...encourage others by being a

supportive choir member (no

laughing at mistakes or teasing other

choir members, no matter which

program they belong to).

DON’T…

...wear perfume or body spray.

…bring your choir folder unless told

to do so by director.

...bring cell phones or purses. Leave

them in your car or with a family

member.

...chew gum or eat food of any kind.

...wear flashy accessories of any kind

(watches, bracelets, rings, earrings,

or necklaces—only plain black

headbands or ribbons allowed).

...wear white socks or stockings

(black only).

...leave before the concert (or

rehearsal) is over.

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PERFORMANCE/PERFORMANCE-RELATED REHEARSAL ABSENCE

MAKE-UP ASSIGMENT REQUEST FORM

Fill out the form below. Attach any excuses you possess to the form and turn in to director NO LATER

THAN two weeks after the first day you return to school following the missed performance or

performance-related rehearsal. Any requests submitted after this time window will not be considered

for make-up unless arranged through parent-teacher contact.

Student Name ______________________________________________________________________

Missed Performance ________________________________________________________________

Date Request Turned In: _____________________________________________________________

Assignment Due Date: _______________________________________________________________

Student Signature: ___________________________________________________________________

-------------------------------------**To be completed by director**-----------------------------------------

Received Request: __________________________________________________________________

Date Completed Assignment Submitted to director: ___________________________________

Make-Up Grade Recorded in Gradebook: ____________________________________________

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HONOR CHOIR AUDITIONS – FALL ONLY Intent to Audition • Due August 18, 2017

Cost: $20 (LMEA), $10 (SLU Workshop), or $15 (ACDA-online). Please complete the following

information completely and accurately. PRINT legibly.

FIRST NAME _____________________________________________________________________

MIDDLE NAME ___________________________________________________________________

LAST NAME ______________________________________________________________________

STREET ADDRESS _________________________________________________________________

CITY, STATE, ZIP __________________________________________________________________

GRADE _________________

VOICE PART _________________

STUDENT PHONE ____________________________________________

EMAIL ADDRESS (FOR RESULT NOTIFICATION)

_________________________________________________________________________________

I would like to audition for the Honor Choir(s) above. I have entered all audition and performance

dates in my calendar and I agree to participate in all auditions and choirs for which I qualify.

Student Signature: ______________________________________ Date: __________________

Parent Signature: _______________________________________ Date: __________________

Return to Mrs. Lewis by Friday, August 18, 2017.

**Intent forms will not be considered until all funds have been submitted. Make checks payable to

Walker Freshman High School.**

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