Z-West Orchestra Handbook
Introduction
Welcome to a new year in the Zionsville West Middle School Orchestra. I am glad you are a member of the Z-West Orchestra program, and am looking forward to a year of making great music together!
Every large organization needs guidelines and rules to assure order and consistency. The following information will cover some of those guidelines and should be kept as a source of information for all Orchestra members and their parents.
At ZWest we strive to...Make great CHOICES!!
Character - I am respectful and responsible
Honesty - I am truthful and ethical
Organization - I am prepared and ready to learn
Initiative- I am resourceful and take ownership
Caring - I am kind and encouraging
Engagement - I am present and mindful
Safety - I am careful and conscientious
Classroom Expectations
1. Excellent Orchestra students are in the right place at the right time. They arrive to class on time and are in their correct seat when the bell rings.
2. Excellent Orchestra students are prepared with the proper materials. They have their music, their instrument, and a pencil at every rehearsal.
3. Excellent Orchestra students participate. They play at the appropriate times, listen at the appropriate times, and engage in all classroom activities. They know that excellent participation means doing so in a way that is supportive and helpful to themselves and others, never demeaning or disrespectful. They also participate in caring for the Orchestra classroom; they do not chew gum, eat, or drink in the classroom, they put their instrument and music in the correct place and take care not to damage them, they put trash in the trash can or recycling bin, and do not write on or damage the walls, floors, or classroom furniture. They do not play on the piano or other instruments without teacher permission.
4. Excellent Orchestra students avoid inappropriate talking. They are quiet and respectful and make every effort to follow classroom directions when others are speaking or playing, allowing themselves and all students the opportunity to maximize their musical journey and enjoyment.
Consequences
In the event of failure to meet these expectations, students may face consequences such as (but not limited to):
Warning
Classroom time-out
Parent phone call/conference
Removal from class and referral to main office