Calendar Info
How often will Mrs. Young *usually* send out newsletters?
Monthly
What are the five instruments we can play in the first semester of 6th grade band?
Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, Trombone, or Percussion
What percentage of your band grade is made up by playing test objectives?
50%
Jimmy skips the 6th grade band concert to go watch the new Batman movie with his friend. Is that an excused absence?
No. Excused absences only include illness, family emergencies, or work/non-school activity trips
How many pets do Mr. and Mrs. Young have?
3 - 2 dogs and 1 cat
When is the 6th grade only band concert?
October 29th
When do you GET to start bringing your instrument to school?
Monday, August 31st
What percentage of your band grade is made from attending concerts/performances?
25%
Jimmitha is sick from school. Her Mom calls the front office before school starts and she is excused from the whole day of school. Should Jimmitha still go to the band concert that night?
NO. If you are excused from school, you are not able to attend after school activities.
What was Mrs. Young's first instrument?
Clarinet
When is the KVL Festival?
February 24th
When is instrument rental night?
Thursday, August 27th
Being prepared to start rehearsal on time.
Having your instrument
Having your printed music
Having your method book
Having a pencil
Having your iPad
Actively participating in rehearsal
What do band students wear to concerts?
LMS Music Polo Shirt
Blue Jeans (no tears or holes)
Name one of the colleges Mrs. Young went to.
Missouri State University or Fort Hays State University
When is the middle school fine arts fair?
May 11th
What are two additional bands you could participate in after a year of beginning band?
Jazz Band and/or Pep Band
What can be done to earn back daily participation points?
Nothing
What are excused absences from concerts or performances?
Excused absences only include illness, family emergencies, or work/non-school activity trips
What sport do Mr. and Mrs. Young play together?
Pickle Ball
What are the two events on the band calendar that do not involve ANY 6th grade band students?
September 25 - 8th Grade Marching Band Night
December 3 - MS/HS Jazz Concert @ 7pm
Name four instruments that you could switch to after winter break with director approval?
Oboe, Bassoon, Bass Clarinet, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Horn, Baritone and Tuba.
When will grades typically be updated?
Once a week - usually on Thursdays
Can unexcused absences be made up to increase your band grade?
NO
Name one of Mr. and Mrs. Young's pet's name.