Classroom expectations

CLASSROOM RULES & EXPECTATIONS:

· Students will respect the teacher, other students, school, and themselves at all times.

· Students are expected to abide by all school and classroom rules (ex: obey dress code; no use of cell phones; no use of iPods; no profane language; etc.)

· Students are expected to attend every class unless an absence from school has been arranged for that time.

· Students are expected to arrive on time and prepared for every class, rehearsal and performance.

· Students will put their materials away, clean up their space, and take personal belongings with them.

· Students are to remain in the classroom at all times unless asked or given permission to leave the room.

· Students may not get a pass to attend another class to make up work unless approved by Mrs. Vaughan first.

· No gum, food, candy, or drink in the chorus room, auditorium, or practice rooms. (bottled water only)

· Feet are to remain on the floor at all times – this means the students’ feet and the chairs’ feet!

Warning, Detention or Administrative Referral will be given for any infraction of the above depending on the severity.

GENERAL DISCIPLINE & CONDUCT:

· Students are expected to carry and present themselves with the utmost professionalism when representing the chorus and school.

· Students will take their responsibility to their ensemble seriously and take pride in the department as a whole. Students will always show support and respect for all of the ensembles and members of our singing and music community. Students will also respect the music rooms by maintaining order and respect equipment by seeking permission before using it and always treating it with care.

· Students must wear the required performance attire for their ensemble(s) and be appropriately dressed for every performance.

· Students are asked to have an open mind about singing different types of choral literature. Only when you allow yourself to fully experience the music and gain an understanding of it can you make an informed or “educated” decision about it. Music takes time to become a work of art. Ideally, you should never feel like you “know” a piece of music. Always strive to make improvements and expand the artistic beauty.

· Be an advocate for what you do. Let others know about the joy of singing and encourage them to experience it.

· HAVE FUN!!!!