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HOW DOES SMTF SUPPORT MUSIC AT SIMONDS?
HOW DOES SMTF SUPPORT MUSIC AT SIMONDS?
The Music program at Simonds is 100% funded through the Simonds Music and Technology Foundation. Without your financial support, our students wouldn’t be enriched with a well-rounded education that includes free weekly music instruction in each grade and yearly grade-level performances.
WEEKLY MUSIC CLASSES
From Transitional Kindergarten to 5th grade, each class joins our instructor from our vendor Music For Minors, for one period of music education every week during school hours. The program is adapted to each grade and follows state and national standards. Students enjoy learning about everything from rhythms, to instrument experimentation, to exposure to different composers and styles.
Watch Music For Minor's informational video HERE.
Please check out their music curriculum scope and sequence HERE.
EXCURRICULAR MUSIC PROGRAMS HELD AFTER SCHOOL
CHOIR
Our Choir Director, Mr. Andrew Hathaway, from Castillero Middle School will lead the Simonds choir. Members of the choir perform in the Winter and Spring performances and at many school events throughout the year. Simonds 4th and 5th graders have priority, and 3rd graders may register if space allows.
WHEN: Tuesdays & Thursdays from September 6, 2022 - May 16, 2023.
TIME: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM.
WHERE: Cafeteria.
INSTRUMENT: Voice.
DONATION FEE: $300.
PARENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR CHILDREN FROM 2:03 PM SCHOOL DISMISSAL TIME TO THE START OF CHOIR.
One-time fees apply. Please send any questions to presidentsmtf@gmail.com.
BAND
Under the continued strong leadership of Mr. Ron Bowman, Band Director of Castillero Middle School, 4th and 5th graders learn instruments, including flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone and percussion. Students may borrow the SMTF purchased and district-owned instruments when available or use their own. Parents are invited to performances in the Fall and Spring. Simonds’ Band Program prepares students to enter middle school Intermediate Band.
WHEN: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays from September 6, 2022 - May 16, 2023.
TIME: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM.
WHERE: Room F-3.
INSTRUMENTS: Clarinet, Flute, Trumpet, Trombone, Percussion, Saxophone.
DONATION FEE: $300 if own instrument. $400 if instrument needs to be rented from SMTF.
PARENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR CHILDREN FROM 2:03 PM SCHOOL DISMISSAL TIME TO THE START OF BAND.
One-time fees apply. Please send any questions to presidentsmtf@gmail.com.
STRINGS
Under the guidance of our fantastic Orchestra Director, Mr. Scott Krijnen from Castillero Middle School, 4th and 5th graders learn string instruments like violin, viola, and cello. Students may borrow the SMTF-purchased and district-owned instruments when available or use their own. Simonds’ Strings Program prepares students to enter Castillero Intermediate Orchestra.
WHEN: Tuesdays & Thursdays from September 6, 2022 - May 16, 2023.
TIME: Beginner Class 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM. Experienced Class 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM.
WHERE: Room F-6.
INSTRUMENTS: Violin, Viola, Cello.
DONATION FEE: $300 if own instrument. $400 if instrument needs to be rented from SMTF.
* Experienced players are invited to help mentor the beginner students from 3 PM - 3:15 PM.
PARENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR CHILDREN FROM 2:03 PM SCHOOL DISMISSAL TIME TO THE START OF STRINGS.
One-time fees apply. Please send any questions to presidentsmtf@gmail.com.
2022-2023 MUSIC PERFORMANCE DATES
STAY TUNED!
2022-2023 MUSICALS
Funds also go toward grade-level musicals, including costumes and backdrop. These musicals are community events not to be missed! Stay tuned!
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