Classroom Expectations
What food and drinks are allowed in the choir room?
Water.
Generally, is the use of cell phones allowed in the choir room?
No!
What is one example of a graded assignment?
What is our concert attire?
Concert Black
List One of the three classroom expectations as listed in the handbook
Be on time, and be present
Be Nice
Work with us, not against us
Where should your phone be during rehearsal?
In your book-bag, on the piano, or Off and in your pocket
Name a composer of one of our songs from this year.
Daniel Brinsmead, Elaine Hagenberg, Moses Hogan, Jacob Narverud, Kyle Pederson, Craig Carnelia (arr by ryan murphy), Ola Gjeilo, etc.
Name the two items that you must have with you every day
Name something that you should not wear to a concert
-Clothing that is not school-appropriate
-Informal clothing: Jeans, T-Shirts, Leggings, or Tennis Shoes
-Sparkle/Glitter black clothing
-Clothing with visible patterns
-Statement Jewelry or Belts
What two things do you need to have with you on a daily basis?
Your music and a pencil
What two things happen if you misuse a personal device during class?
1) Lunch Detention
2) Loss of Participation Points
What two things should Always be written on the front of your music?
Your name, and Do = "letter name"
What percentage of your grade is the Assignments category?
30%
What is the grade penalty for missing a concert without following the excused absence procedures?
40% of your total grade for the quarter
What is the clean air policy?
Be mindful of your personal hygiene.
Strong deodorants and perfumes are not self-care.
What should you do if you are expecting an important call/text during class? (ex. Job offer, family emergency...)
Inform Mr. Nguyen ahead of class.
True or false: In choir, a pen is an acceptable replacement for a pencil.
False
What percentage of your grade is awarded for Participation and Effort?
30%
What is the grade penalty for being late to a concert?
Complete the phrase:
Practice makes...
Permanent
True or False: Not including section leaders, phones may be used during sectionals.
False
Last Flat is... and Last Sharp is ...
Last Flat is Fa and Last Sharp is Ti.
A positive attitude
What is the date of our January concert?
(Day of the week, Month, Day)
Monday, January 27th