District 95 • Department of Music 

Christina Farley Wilkie • Band Director • Mayo Middle School • Carolyn-Wenz Elementary • Paris, Illinois 61944 • Telephone (217) 466-7906

May 2020 
 

Dear 4th Grade Parents, Guardians, and Students!  

 
My name is Ms. Christina Farley Wilkie (I know, two last names is a lot of last names) and I am the 
band director at Carolyn-Wenz and Mayo! This letter is to let you know that more information is to 
come regarding joining band in 5th grade! 
 
Please know that there is a place for EVERYONE in band class. No, you don’t have to already know 
how to play an instrument! Band is about music and instruments, yes, but it is also about working 
together with friends to do something super cool: perform for those around us! 
 
Currently, I am putting together a mailing for each and every one of you 4th graders. This includes 
a lot of information on how to join band, including some important dates to put into your calendar!  
 
I encourage you all to go to our website and check out the tab about beginning band! This will help 
when you do get the packet full of goodies in the mail later this week. 
 
I am SO looking forward to meeting and working with those of you who choose to be in band!  
 
Although I encourage you to wait until you receive your packet in the mail, please do not hesitate to 
reach out with questions or concerns! I am here and ready to help! 
 
Warmly, 
 
Ms. Farley Wilkie 
 
Christina Farley Wilkie 
Band Director 
Carolyn-Wenz Elementary School 
Mayo Middle School 
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cfarley@paris95.k12.il.us 
217.466.7906 
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