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Like any performance ensemble, the band is a team. The overall quality and presentation of the group is dependent on each member’s presence. Consequently, it is imperative that all band members attempt to attend every band performance. Realistically, we understand that it is difficult to attend every performance and thus we have devised an attendance policy that should address most circumstances. To avoid confusion, please read over this year’s updated attendance policy thoroughly. This policy must be read and signed before any student can begin receiving credit for participating in band.
Like any performance ensemble, the band is a team. The overall quality and presentation of the group is dependent on each member’s presence. Consequently, it is imperative that all band members attempt to attend every band performance. Realistically, we understand that it is difficult to attend every performance and thus we have devised an attendance policy that should address most circumstances. To avoid confusion, please read over this year’s updated attendance policy thoroughly. This policy must be read and signed before any student can begin receiving credit for participating in band.
Rehearsals/Drills: All band members are required to attend all rehearsals and drills*. Wind/Symphonic/Concert Band is a scheduled class and unexcused absence will be treated as a class skips and punished according to school policy. *Jr. High musicians not in Marching Band are exempt from drill
Performances: As part of the CBA Music Department (concert, symphonic, marching and wind bands), you will have many opportunities to perform. When possible, performances will be scheduled with ample time for all members to make necessary arrangements to attend. The majority of the year’s performances are already posted in the school calendar.
All performances are mandatory! Please check the performance schedule frequently to avoid conflicts. The school administration as well as the music department stress that school comes first. Conflicts with outside work schedules, non- CBA sporting events, etc. are unacceptable.
All performances are mandatory! Please check the performance schedule frequently to avoid conflicts. The school administration as well as the music department stress that school comes first. Conflicts with outside work schedules, non- CBA sporting events, etc. are unacceptable.
Concerts:
There are three scheduled concerts each school year: Winter Concert, Pops Concert (alternate years), Spring Concert. These events cannot be missed! Students who miss any of these concerts will be subject to a failing band grade for that semester. The only exceptions to this rule are: death in the family, hospitalization, or severe illness (must be accompanied by a Dr.’s note)
Other Performances:
These performances include (but are not limited to): Open houses, Parades, Honors Nights, etc.
Excused Absence: In the event that you cannot avoid a conflict, Ms. Waite or Mr. Borrello must receive a written excuse from a parent/guardian at least TWO WEEKS prior to the scheduled event. If the event is scheduled within that two-week period, a cut-off deadline for excuses will be announced. Students are allowed two (2) excused absences per year (this does not include concerts). Feel free to use the absence request form below.
Excused Absence: In the event that you cannot avoid a conflict, Ms. Waite or Mr. Borrello must receive a written excuse from a parent/guardian at least TWO WEEKS prior to the scheduled event. If the event is scheduled within that two-week period, a cut-off deadline for excuses will be announced. Students are allowed two (2) excused absences per year (this does not include concerts). Feel free to use the absence request form below.
Other excused absences are those that arise out of emergency. Illness and family emergency are two examples. If a student misses a performance for these reasons, he is asked to provide a written excuse to Ms. Waite or Mr. Borrello on the day he returns to school. Where possible, it is always appreciated when parents email the music department as soon as the absence is imminent.
Other excused absences are those that arise out of emergency. Illness and family emergency are two examples. If a student misses a performance for these reasons, he is asked to provide a written excuse to Ms. Waite or Mr. Borrello on the day he returns to school. Where possible, it is always appreciated when parents email the music department as soon as the absence is imminent.
Unexcused Absence: Unexcused absences are those that do not fall within the excused category. Students not providing an excuse within the set deadline as well as those missing more than the allowed two performances will be subject to discipline (below).
Unexcused Absence: Unexcused absences are those that do not fall within the excused category. Students not providing an excuse within the set deadline as well as those missing more than the allowed two performances will be subject to discipline (below).
Students who bring in an excuse BEFORE the performance, but past the two-week deadline lose 2 points from the band portion of their grade. Excessive absence will result in a possible dismissal from the band.
Students who do not show up for a performance (skip it entirely or bring in a note after the fact) will receive a 5 point grade deduction and a mandatory detention equal to the amount of time missed for the performance (ex. the NHS induction ceremony lasts roughly 1.5 hours, the detention for skipping that performance will last 1.5 hours). ANY STUDENT WHO SKIPS MORE THAN ONE PERFORMANCE WILL BE SUBJECT TO DISMISSAL FROM THE BAND.
Other JROTC Conflicts
*Drill Team, Honor Company, brigade staff, and NCO’s involved in outside responsibilities must speak (in person...no second hand communications) with Ms. Waite regarding marching/performance assignments for each event at least two weeks prior. For most parades, a rotating schedule will predetermine when students report to band and when they report to their other commitment. These conflicts are considered excused and (in most cases) will not be counted towards your limit.
We cannot stress how vital each member of the band is to each ensemble. When we all work together our bands are second to none!
Students, please discuss this policy with your parents as it is often their schedules that are interrupted for your transportation needs.
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