SwansboroHigh School

161 Queens Creek Rd., Swansboro, NC 28584

Mrs. Melynda A. Morrone 910-326-4300, Ext. 55902

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Guitar

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2014 - 2015

Objective

Through a balanced repertoire of high quality music representing diverse styles, cultures, and time periods, the student will learn the versatility to read and to perform music in a stylistically appropriate manner, with emphasis on accuracy, consistency, and the highest potential quality. The student will also learn to craft intelligent critical appraisals of performances, and become a knowledgeable consumer of all types of music.

Required Materials

  • A pencil every day in class
  • A 3 ring notebook [ 1 ½ “ is adequate]
  • Lined notebook paper
  • Staff paper
  • Classical guitar
  • Tuner
  • Footstool
  • Music

Rehearsal Expectations

Students are expected to treat the instructor and each other with utmost respect. Teasing, heckling or insulting another student will not be tolerated.

Each student should be in their appointed seat and prepared to begin rehearsal when the bell rings. Class is dismissed by the teacher, not the school bell.

Each student must have their music, notebook and a pencil in handduring every rehearsal. A pencil in a book bag across the room is not sufficient. Book bags need to be placed along the back wall.

The student is personally responsible for the condition of the music once distributed. Please report damage to or problems with music as soon as possible.

**All school policies related to cell phones, ipods, language, dress code, etc., apply at all times.** Students are not permitted to take pictures or videos of students or teachers during class. This includes Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, etc.

Daily attendance is expected. THERE IS NO MAKE UP TIME FOR DAYS/PERIODS MISSED. The school attendance and assignment make up policy will be enforced. [This may also be found in the SHS Student Handbook.]

Grading Procedures

Grades will be determined by the following:

Class Participation40%

Performances25%

Journal/Listening Log20%

Quiz/Test/Projects15%

Attendance Policy

As a member of the Swansboro High School Guitar Department, you have an obligation to your fellow choir members to be at school, at all outside-of-school rehearsals, and at performances on time, prepared, and with all necessary equipment/materials. These rehearsals and performances are required and graded.

*All students must attend rehearsal to perform at the concert.

Any student who misses a required after school rehearsal or performance MUST HAVE A WRITTEN EXCUSE FROM THE LEGAL PARENT/GUARDIAN OR A DOCTOR PRIOR TO THE DATE OF REHEARSAL AND MUST BE TURNED IN TO MRS. MORRONE. This is the STUDENT’S responsibility.

Any student missing a concert WITH OUT A WRITTEN EXCUSE PRIOR TO THE DATE OF THE CONCERT will be dropped ONE LETTER GRADE. Students WITH AN APPROVED WRITTEN EXCUSE will be given the opportunity to complete an alternate assignment. If the student does not complete the assignment on time, the student will NOT RECEIVE CREDIT. Every student is important in the arts and each student must pull his or her own weight.

Students will turn in an approval for anticipated absences. Forms are on Mrs. Morrone’s bulletin board. The approval must be turned in ONE WEEK prior to the anticipated absence of a rehearsal or concert.

Students must attend at least half of the regular school day (7:15-11:00, or 11:00-2:30) to attend rehearsal or concert. Doctor’s notes are accepted for appointments half day.

Absences from outside-of-class rehearsals and concerts will be excused for the following reasons:

  • Medical emergencies or personal injury
  • Death in family

Examples of unexcused absences include but are not limited to:

  • Work
  • Oversleeping
  • Transportation
  • Babysitting

Chronic absenteeism from school, unexcused absences from rehearsals or performances, and tardiness will result in grade reduction.

It is the responsibility of the student to request assignments missed due to an absence. Assignments not completed within one week will automatically receive a grade of zero [0]. Unusual circumstances may receive some extended time upon the Director’s discretion.

Concert Dates

First Semester

  • Mon., Dec. 15-2:45-3:15 Mandatory after school rehearsal
  • Tues., Dec. 16 –Winter Concert 7:00 (call time 6:15) $3.00

Second Semester

  • Mon., June 1- 2:45-3:15 Mandatory after school rehearsal
  • Tues., June 2- 7:00 Spring Concert (call time 6:15) $3.00

Field Trips During the semester, performances and other trips may occur. Absences for approved choral events during the school day do not count as an absence from school because you are engaged in a school approved activity.

All school rules concerning dress code, disrespect, and disruptive behavior will be enforced. School discipline procedures will be followed. Failure to observe rules, rehearsal procedures, or concert etiquette will result in grade deductions. Field Trip forms will be given out during class as well as posted on the SHS website.

Concert Attire

Each guitar student is required to bring his or her uniform to concerts and events. All members must provide black slacks, black shirt (preferably ¾ or full length sleeves, black socks, black closed toe dress shoes.

Damange to school property. All students are responsible for their assigned guitars, cases, stools, etc. Classical guitars are recommended for this course. If the student brings in their own guitar, they are required to fix the damage. Broken strings from school guitars will be replaced in a timely manner. Please respect school property. Other students will be using these guitars.

Greatness is not learned, it is achieved. Strive for excellence. Be proud of what you do!

Guitar Program. Turn in this portion along with your $10.00 fee by Sept. 5th

Student Name: ______

Parent/Guardian/s:______

Parent Email: ______

Please Print Clearly

Student Email: ______

Student Medical Conditions: ______

______

Student Self-Administered Medications: ______

Video Permission Form

My student has my permission to view videos in class that are rated G, PG and PG-13. All videos used during class time will be related to the course curriculum for Theatre Arts. I also give permission for my child to be photographed or videotaped during class activities such as project presentations and formal performances.

Parent Signature: ______

Student Name: (print) ______

Student Contract-Guitar 2014-2015

  • I am responsible for my own actions.
  • I must come prepared each day to work with required materials.
  • I must attend required after school rehearsals
  • I must respect the teacher, staff and other peers.
  • I understand the rules and procedures for grading and understand that if procedures are not followed, I will receive a lower grade.
  • Student Signature:______Date____
  • Parent signature: ______Date______

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