Governor's School

Academic Governor's School Programs:  Humanities, Math/Science/Tech, Agriculture/Envi Science, Engineering JLAB Internship, Health/Medical Sciences, Marine Science Internship VIMS, Health/Medical Sciences

1.  Fill Out this Interest Form: 

2. Pick up applications in the Talent Development Office  Completed applications Due Dec 1.  Meet with Ms. Newman during Patriot Periods in October to begin your application.

You can also download an application HERE (Scroll down to APPLICATIONS  & RESOURCE MATERIALS): 

https://www.doe.virginia.gov/teaching-learning-assessment/specialized-instruction/governor-s-schools/summer-residential-governor-s-schools 

The application requires that you have experience in three areas:

Activities

These are things like:

• Model UN

• Robotics

• Art Club

• Community Service

• Leadership Class

• Science Honor Society

• ​Tom Tom Steering Committee

Research/ Study

These are things like:

• An Independent Study

• ESA

• Ballet Class

• Summer Jazz programs

• Bio-Medical Tech Girls

• Mini-Med School

• Live Arts summer program

• An Internship

• Your creative writing class

• Science Fair​

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Awards

These are things like:

• National History Day

• Honor Society Inductions

• Art being shown

• Robotics wins

• Academics awards for the end of the year

• Latin awards

• Entry into an application program that is difficult to get into

• All District Band

To pick up an application, come by the Talent Development Office, Room 97H in Library during Patriot Period, during your lunch, or email me (study hall is a good time too!)

You need to get your application done before December 1, but you will not hear back from them until the middle of April or LATER.  It's a good idea NOT to put all your eggs in the Gov School basket! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND making alternative plans just in case!

World Language Academy Summer Residential Governor's School Programs: French, Spanish, German, Latin, Japanese

Interest forms for 10th and 11th grade students wanting to apply to the World Language Academies (Governor's School Residential Summer Program) are now OPEN until Dec 1 (hard deadline).

This is a 3-week residential summer program for students across the Commonwealth to immerse themselves in a language.  Students LIVE on a college campus for 3 weeks (no phones and no going home on weekends!) and the program (if they are selected—it is highly competitive) is FREE.

We can send 2 students to apply to the state in each of the following areas:

French

Spanish

German

Latin

Japanese (can be intro level)

Students can only apply to 1 governor’s school program.  Students should submit BOTH these forms to be considered:

1. Interest Form (this is NOT an application—due as soon as possible) 

2. Due DEC 1 (NO EXCEPTIONS) World Language Academy:  Form to Be Considered for AHS SELECTION 

If students have questions, they can sign up to see me during Patriot Periods through adaptive schedule in October.  Patriot Period is reserved JUST for talking to students about Gov School.  Select Talent Development in Adaptive Scheduler.

*Eligibility Rules:  

Students can only apply to 1 governor’s school program.

The following could cause an applicant to be eliminated in the selection process:

• Prior residence in a country where the language of the Academy is spoken, especially since the age of 12; 

• Extensive travel experiences in a country where the language of the Academy is spoken, especially with regard to frequent opportunities for using the language;

• Extensive full-immersion experiences (24 hours/day) with the language of the Academy, such as home-stay or travel/study programs in a country where the Academy language is spoken, or participation in an immersion language program such as Concordia Language Villages; or

• Residence in a family where the language of the Academy is spoken in the home, or regular contact with members of the extended family where the Academy language is used for communication.

Students applying to the Japanese Academy must have completed at least level two of ANY world language prior to the beginning of the Academy but are not required to have previously studied Japanese.  Students currently studying Japanese are also encouraged to apply.

Students applying to the Latin Academy must have completed at least level two of Latin prior to the beginning of the Academy.

Students of the French, German, and Spanish Academies must meet the additional criteria below.  Eligible students:

·      must have completed at least level three, or the equivalent of level three through other sources, of the language prior to the beginning of the Academy;

·      must have developed good proficiency in using this language;  and

·      must be willing to use the target language for all social and academic interactions.

Visual & Performing Arts - sign up by Nov 1-Theater, Voice, Visual Arts, Dance, Instrumental Music

LIVE INTERVIEW, AUDITION, portfolio due mid November (TBA) at the Monticello High School ACPS VPA Adjudication. See requirements below: REGISTER FOR AN AUDITION SPOT HERE (FORM CLOSES NOV 1, NO EXCEPTIONS)  SIGN UP FOR AN AUDITION SLOT BY NOV 1 HERE 

Interest Form 

Audition Sign Up Form

Scroll down this page to learn about the Adjudication Process and to register.  Pre Registration required.  Deadline to register for adjudication is NOV 1.

200 Students from the state accepted 

Visual Arts

Vocal

Instrumental

Theater

​Dance

​AUDITIONS:  This is an adjudicated process. Students will audition at both the county level in mid November and again in January at the state level (Radford University) if they are selected to apply at the county level.  

What is adjudication (for VPA)?!  What happens at adjudication?  

mid November at Monticello High School--4:15

SCROLL DOWN TO PREPARE FOR YOUR ADJUDICATION/AUDITION

Visual Arts Adjudication

1. Applicants will need ten physical pieces of original art work from among the following media:

• Drawing

• Painting

• Mixed Media

• Printmaking

• Photography

• Sculpture

• Installation

• Collage

• Assemblage

• Video and New Media

Core Portfolio: Six artworks should share a common media, working method or theme.

Supplementary: Four artworks should differ from the Core Portfolio, to show variety, experimentation

and growth.

2. Digital versions (not prints) of artwork may be presented in lieu of the original artwork if the work is

oversized or difficult to transport. Applicants must provide their own equipment (laptop/tablet); neither the adjudication director nor the adjudication site is responsible for providing electronic equipment for student use. Videos must be thirty seconds or less, we will only have time to view two such videos. Artwork will not be looked at on cellphones.

What happens at Adjudication?

1.   Applicants will be asked to create a couple of drawings during the Adjudication, one working from

everyday life, and the other with more conceptual content. We will provide all the tools needed to complete these drawing exercises

2.   Applicants will be asked to discuss and explain their art form and role in group learning. Applicants will be adjudicated on the following criteria:

• Design (cohesiveness of composition)

• Expression (communicative quality)

• Originality (novel or unique solutions)

• Fluency (number of ideas and concepts)

• Flexibility (variety of work and ideas)

• Elaboration (stretching or expanding imagery) 

3. There will be a short interview asking you to talk about your art and your desire to go to Gov School

Vocal--Vocal Music Piece for Adjudication

Applicants should be sure that their compositions are legal to use under copyright law.  Vocalists should select material from the Art Song (standard recital literature), Opera, or standard "Broadway Show" repertoire. Applicants should select two (2) songs of contrasting style periods and moods. In addition, applicants will be required to perform a series of vocal exercises (including scales) provided by the judges. Sopranos and altos must indicate voice part I or II on the application where indicated. ​Numerous Web sites make available public domain art songs which can be printed freely. Two such sites are Choral Wiki and Art Song Central. 

1.  All music applicants will perform two (2) contrasting prepared selections (2-3 minutes each)

Students will do a brief sight reading exercise. 

2.  Vocalists must provide their own accompanists/accompaniment and should not perform unaccompanied. The use of pre-recorded accompaniment is allowed.

3.  Memorization of music will not be required but is encouraged

4.  Applicant must furnish two (2) sets of music: one for adjudicators, one for applicant use during audition.

5.  The repertoire should be set at a medium level of difficulty or higher. 

6.  Vocalists should select material from the Art Song (standard recital literature), Opera, or standard "Broadway Show" repertoire.

7.  Applicants should select two (2) songs of contrasting style periods and moods. 

What Happens at Adjudication?

1.  All music applicants will perform two (2) contrasting prepared selections (2-3 minutes each)

2. Applicants will engage in a brief sightreading exercise

3.  In addition, applicants will be required to perform a series of vocal exercises (including scales) provided by the judges.

4.  Sopranos and altos must indicate voice part I or II on the application where indicated.

5.  Auditions are scheduled for ten (10) minutes. 

​6.  Vocalists will be judged on:

• Technique

• Interpretation

• Tone

• Intonation

• Musical effect

• Sight-reading

• Diction.

7. Applicants will be asked questions with reference to their art form and their role in group learning. 

Instrumental--Instrumental Piece for Adjudication

Applicants from diverse backgrounds with ability in classical and/or commercial/jazz genres are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should be sure that their compositions are legal to use under copyright law. Several places are available to find music from:

• IMSLP

• Choral Wiki

• Art Song Central

1.  All music applicants will perform two (2) contrasting prepared selections (2-3 minutes each) 

At Radford adjudication only, participants will also perform a brief sight reading exercise. The use of any form of accompaniment for instrumental music will not be allowed.

2.  Memorization of music will not be required.

• Instrumentalists: Applicant must furnish two (2) sets of music: one for adjudicators, one for applicant use during audition. 

• The repertoire should be set at a medium level of difficulty or higher.

• Compositions for auditions will be selected by the applicant from the standard solo repertoire for his/her instrument within the following guidelines: Instrumentalists may select materials from the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association's (VBODA) Manual Solo Listings in grades IV, V, and VI; however, selections are not limited to those on these lists. In addition, applicants will be required to perform three (3) scales selected by the judges from the twelve major and twelve minor scales (any form of minor will be acceptable). All scales should conform to the practical playing range of the applicant's instrument.

• Classical/Symphonic Percussionists will be required to present one of their two (2) prepared selections on a mallet instrument, to perform three (3) scales from the twelve major scales on a mallet percussion instrument, and to play snare drum rudiments. Large percussion instruments will be furnished ONLY upon request. The division gifted education coordinator or private school contact must notify the adjudication director of needed percussion instruments when the names of adjudicants are submitted in November. Percussionists who are able to perform the commercial/jazz audition requirements are encouraged to do so.

• Commercial/Jazz Percussionists will be required to perform the following grooves on drum-set: rock, funk, swing, jazz waltz and a 1-minute improvised drum solo. Sight-Read of standard drum set chart is included to gain a sense of the percussionist drum set chart reading ability. In addition to the commercial/jazz audition, percussionists who are able to perform the classical/symphonic audition requirements are encouraged to do so.  A drum-set will be provided if noted in the adjudication request however, the student is encouraged to provide their own drum set for the commercial/jazz audition (email Ms. Newman with requests). 

• Commercial/Jazz pianists and Guitarists (electric guitar and bass) will be required to perform a jazz standard from a lead sheet and will improvise at least one chorus on the selection. Sight-Reading of a standard chord chart (lead sheet) is included to gain a sense of commercial/Jazz reading ability. In addition to the commercial/jazz audition, Pianists and Guitarists who are able to perform the classical/symphonic audition requirements are encouraged to do so. 

• ​Classical Pianists, Guitarists (acoustic), and Harpists should select two (2) pieces representative of two different style periods (Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th Century, original composition). In addition, applicants will be required to perform three (3) scales selected by the judges from the twelve major and twelve minor scales (any form of minor will be acceptable). Pianists will perform scales hands together, four (4) octaves. A short sight-reading excerpt will be performed. 

What Happens at Adjudication?

1. All music applicants will perform two (2) contrasting prepared selections (2-3 minutes each) and a brief sightreading exercise. The use of any form of accompaniment for instrumental music will not be allowed.

2.  Scales for instrumentalists and pianists will be requested by key name, not concert pitch, and should be played at the following tempo:

• Wind Instruments

  • MM e = 60 performed in eighth note patterns (slur up, tongue down)

• String Instruments

  • MM e = 60 eighth note patterns.

  • Ascending: 2 slurred, 2 martelé; Descending: 4 slurred.

• Piano

  • MM e = 80, 4 octaves, parallel in sixteenth note patterns

• Melodic Percussion

  • MM e = 60, 2 octaves performed in eighth note patterns​

3. Auditions are scheduled for ten (10) minutes.

4. Instrumentalists will be judged on:

• Technique

• Interpretation

• Tone

• Intonation

• Sight-reading

• Scales.

6. Students will be expected to perform a site reading exercise.  Applicants will be asked questions with reference to their art form and their role in group learning. ​

Theater-Monologue to Prepare for Adjudication

Applicants from diverse background with ability in varied theatrical genres are encouraged to apply. 

• Applicants for Governor's School will perform one memorized monologue* approximately two minutes in length. * For these auditions, the term monologue is defined as "a solo passage from a play."

• Poetry that is not from a play, and other nondramatic literature, may not be used, nor may the selection be taken from a book of monologues or from any unpublished work (including original material).

• Students must have read the entire play from which the monologue has been selected.

• Please avoid selections from period plays such as Shakespeare, Molière, and Marlowe.

• Applicants are encouraged to select monologues portraying characters close to the applicant's own age.

• Performance will be done in comfortable, rehearsal clothes, not in costumes.

• Props and/or sets (other than a chair) will not be used.

What Happens at Adjudication?

​1. Applicants must do a vocal and physical warm-up on their own before auditioning.

2. All applicants are required to participate in an improvisation with other performers in addition to their monologue. The adjudicators will set up these improvisations after applicants have finished their prepared materials, and they will ask applicants to make some adjustments and to answer some questions during this part of the audition. 

3. The audition will be scheduled for ten (10) minutes. 

4. Applicants will be adjudicated on the following: 

A. Vocal Ability 

• Did the performer demonstrate effective vocal control over variables such as rate, pitch, force, and tone? B

.B. Physical Ability

• Did the performer demonstrate effective control of physical variables, such as gestures, movement, business, and non verbal behavior? 

• Was the body well used? 

C. Preparation for the Audition

• Did the performer select appropriate audition materials? 

• Did the performer appear well rehearsed? 

• Did the performer appear to have a thorough understanding of his/her character's objectives and functions in the play and of the style and mood of the dramatic literature being performed? 

D. Performance Decisions 

• Did the performer choose, or create, good points of emphasis, personality attributes, performance rhythms, etc., to create a believable character? 

• Was the performer a creative risk taker? 

E. Overall Impression 

• Did the performer demonstrate stage presence, confidence, spontaneity, and creativity?

 7. Applicants will be asked questions in reference to their art form and role in group learning. 

Dance Piece For Adjudication

• Applicants will be asked to prepare and perform one dance 1 - 1 1 /2 minutes maximum in length.

• The dance may be any form or genre.

• The applicant must design the choreography, but coaching by teacher or instructor is permissible during preparation.

• The student determines accompaniment for the dance.

• Students will be required to bring their own CD or iphone music (with CORDS to hook up to a speaker). The sound should be clean and clear and should have a five-second leader.

• Students should wear professionally appropriate dance attire. Basic leotards, tights and other attire for active movement are suggested. Costumes are not recommended.

• Applicants from diverse backgrounds with ability in diverse dance genres are encouraged to apply.

What Happens at Adjudication?

Applicants will be asked questions with reference to their art form.

​Applicants will participate in a dance class incorporating ballet, improvisation, hip hop, world, and modern (bare feet) Individual applicants will perform their prepared dance piece.  

​Applicants will be judged on the following criteria:

1. Technique (specific skills)

     A. Alignment (the body)

     B. Musicality/Rhythm

     C. Finished Movement (follow-through)

     D. Strength

     E. Flexibility

     F. Varied Movement Vocabulary

2. Stage Presence (prepared work)

     A. Presentation (presenting oneself)

     B. Carriage

     C. Display of Confidence

     D. Body Language

     E. Facial Expression (before and after prepared work)

     F. Dynamic (energy)

     G. Attire

3. Performance of Movement

     A. Interpretation of Movement

     B. Connecting/Flow of Movement

     C. Use of Technique

     D. Execution (individual style, clarity through space [shape], time [rhythm], and effort [energy])

     E. Musicality (relationship to accompaniment)

4. Interview responses to questions related to applicant's art form and role in group learning ​