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Read through the newsletter for updates on student progress each week. Don't forget to add important dates to your family calendars so you do not miss out on any upcoming performances of students.
2nd hour - 6th Grade Band
2nd hour - 6th Grade Band
6th grade students made their final decisions on instrument choices. All students are now assigned an instrument and can take the instrument home to practice. They have all received information on how to rent or acquire their own personal instrument, if you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to reach out. The flyer is also attached below. Obtaining an Essential Elements Book 1 in their assigned instrument is also highly recommended as we will be using that method book daily in class.
This past week we have been working on mastering the first 3-5 notes on their instrument with a good sound quality. Students have their first major playing assignment in class on Friday, Oct 16th.
4th hour- 8-12th grade combined Concert Band
4th hour- 8-12th grade combined Concert Band
4th hour students did a great job at the Fall Pep Assembly! 8th graders have really stepped up this year to learn 4 new pep band pieces in a short period of time! We will now shift our focus to learning music for our Hero's Day Performance.
Students have had a playing assignment over Ghostbusters due Thursday, Sept 24th, a playing assignment over the Fight Song due on Tuesday, Sept 29th, and Paint it Black due Wednesday, Oct 7th.
6th hour- Symphonic Band
6th hour- Symphonic Band
6th hour students did a great job at the Fall Pep Assembly! We will now shift our focus to learning music for our Hero's Day Performance.
7th hour- 7th Grade Band
7th hour- 7th Grade Band
7th Grade students learned about enharmonic notes this week. They were also assigned a group and worked on a section of Beethovens 7th symphony. Theme from Symphony no 7. 2nd movement
Directions for family Conferences Sign-Up: High School
Directions for family Conferences Sign-Up: High School
VPHS Families,
Our fall Parent/Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, from 3:30–8:00 PM. We look forward to the opportunity to connect with our families, celebrate student successes, discuss academic progress, and work together to support our students.
This year, we are trying a new approach to scheduling conferences that will allow families to sign up directly with the teachers they would like to meet with.
How to Schedule Your Conferences:
Click the link below to access our Parent/Teacher Conference Teacher Directory.
Find the teacher you would like to meet with and click on their name. This will open that teacher's individual conference sign-up document.
Select an available 10-minute time slot and enter your student's name and your name in the appropriate spaces.
Repeat the process for any additional teachers you would like to meet with. Please allow enough time between appointments to travel to different classrooms.
Please do not change or delete any other family's information when signing up.
Parent/Teacher Conference Sign-Up:
Students needing instruments for Band
Students needing instruments for Band
Students who are in need of an instrument for band have received the letter that is attached below. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out!
Click Here to access the Palen Rental Instrument Site. You can choose a free home delivery of instrument or free ship to store/school.
https://www.palenmusic.com/pages/musical-instrument-rental-rent-your-instrument-online
Click Here to access the Valley Park online Store for instrument supplies such as reeds, valve oil, flip folders, instrument brushes/cleaning supplies.
instrument rental information fall 2023.pdfMusic Website Information
Music Website Information
CLICK HERE to access the official Valley Park Band Website. General information is provided on the website for the public, whereas weekly updates will be provided in this newsletter only to families of VP band students.
Student ID Badges needed for band room door
Student ID Badges needed for band room door
Students need to have their ID badge with them at all times during the school day. The only way to enter the band room and other exterior doors on campus is by unlocking the door with their ID badge. If students have a damaged or non working ID badge, they can get one from the office. If they have lost their ID, they need to get a replacement ID from the office and the fee is $5.00. Please verify with your child that they have a working ID badge.
Calendar of Events 2026-2027
Calendar of Events 2026-2027
Contact Ms. Porter if you have any questions. lporter@vpschools.org
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