On August 13, 2025, each student enrolled in Chorus received a copy of the class information and expectations. The same information is posted here:
WHAT WILL WE LEARN IN CLASS?
Students will learn teamwork and ensemble singing as they improve and increase their vocal and music reading skills. Emphasis is on healthy vocal technique, sight singing, music literacy, and choral ensemble sound. Several performances will be given throughout the year.
WHEN DO WE HAVE MUSIC CLASS?
Your music class is a regular part of your daily school schedule. You will attend music class four days each week, just like each of your other classes. Three days will be "regular" class period length, and one day will be a “block” period of 82 minutes.
HOW WILL WE BE GRADED?
We will focus on four Chorus Standards and three Learning Behavior Standards for your learning this year. The standards are listed here. Assignments will be tied to these standards and your achievement/feedback will be documented in PowerSchool. You should look at PowerSchool regularly for feedback from me about your learning. At the end of each quarter, an overall mastery level will be reported for each standard addressed during the quarter.
- Musical Building Blocks - Be a Self-Directed Learner
- Vocal Skills - Make Responsible Decisions
- Participate in a Community of Musicians - Adapt and Persevere
- Evaluate Musical Performance
WHAT IS EXPECTED OF US AS MUSIC STUDENTS?
* Arrive to class on time, prepared with music folder and pencil,
* Strive for a high level of focus, involvement, and participation,
* Follow directions and class rules at all times,
* Show respect for peers, teacher, and equipment,
* Ask for help when needed,
* Try your best at all times,
* Regularly check our Google Classroom for communication and check PowerSchool for feedback.
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO WE NEED?
Music: Students will be provided with music throughout the school year and are responsible for its care. A folder will be provided, but students may use their own folder if they prefer.
Concert Uniform: Students must provide and wear the following outfit for our evening Winter Concert in December: Black dress pants, white shirt, black socks, black shoes.
WHAT ARE THE REQUIRED PERFORMANCES?
There will be several required concerts and one optional Disneyland trip during the year. Our Egan concerts include performances by many of our school music groups. If other performing opportunities arise, I will notify you as soon as possible. Concerts will be in the Egan Multi-purpose Room unless otherwise noted.
Egan Autumn Concert: 10/3/25 performance for the school during the school day.
Egan Winter Concert: Thursday, 12/12/25, 7 p.m. for community; 12/12/25 for school.
Egan Movies, Musicals, and More Concert: Thursday, 3/5/26, 7 p.m. for community; 3/6/26 for school.
Egan Disneyland Trip (bands, orchestras, chorus), not required, 3/11/26 - 3/13/26.
Egan Spring Concert: Thursday, 5/21/26, 7 p.m. for community.
Egan 8th Grade Graduation: Wednesday, 6/3/26, 11:00 a.m.
Every member of chorus is important and necessary for performances, much like a sports team. Each performance functions as an assessment and is part of each student’s grade. Please put these dates on your calendar now, and avoid scheduling anything else for these times. If a student must miss a performance, advanced notice is necessary for an alternate assignment to be offered.
WHAT ABOUT HOMEWORK?
Students will not have regular homework for Chorus, but may sometimes be asked to practice concepts we cover in class or complete a small assignment. Please follow-through with these assignments so that everyone will progress together.
WHAT IF I (OR MY PARENTS) HAVE QUESTIONS?
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments. I am looking forward to a great year of music-making!
Sincerely,
E-mail: aspector@lasdschools.org Phone: 650-917-2200 Anne Spector