Stringville High School Orchestra

Member/Parent Handbook

Mission Statement:
Cultivating a sense of community, responsibility, and passion
through the art of music.
 Expectations Inside and Outside of the Classroom:

Music – Students are expected to share in the discovery of new

literature, terms, and expression. Each student should learn the core
principles of their technique and musicality but are also responsible for
bringing their unique expression to share with their cohort.

Performance and Practice – Students are expected to devote adequate

time to their development as musicians and students. Students should
come prepared, with the intent to work as an ensemble and individual to
achieve success. While perfection is an unattainable goal, we must give
our best in both practice and performance to display the potential of our
ensemble and individuals.

Communication – Students are expected to communicate all concerns or

areas of importance with the director. Using proper forms of
communication and proper procedures ensures that the director and
administration can offer the best service to the students and their
concerns.

Attendance – Students are expected to regularly attend all rehearsals and

events. All exceptions must be communicated and cleared by the
director. Consequences for unexcused absences are up to the director’s
discretion.

Procedure – Students are expected to follow all procedures outlined in

print or verbally by the director. To ensure efficient classroom progress,
students should come prepared for all rehearsals and events.
 Classroom Procedure:

• Students should arrive with proper instruments, music, and a

pencil, ready to tune following the bell.
• All food, electronics, backpacks, or binders not needed for class
are to be properly put away and stored before the bell.
• Any need to leave the classroom must be shared with the director.
• During rehearsal and class activities, students must be engaged and
respectful to any instructors and fellow students throughout the
class.
• Students should expect to work until dismissed by the director.

Grading:

59 and below = F
60-69 = D
70-79 = C
80-89 = B
90-100 = A

Assignment Weights:
30% Concert Attendance
40% Class Attendance
20% In-class Playing Assessment
10% Semester Written Finals
 Concert Expectations

Students are required to attend all concerts throughout the year. Concert
black is the required dress code, including all black closed toe shoes and
socks and either a full length all black dress with ¾ sleeves or black
slacks with a long sleeve black button-down shirt. If there are questions
regarding concert dress please contact the director. If a student misses a
concert, they may be allowed to make up points with the directors
discretion, assignments may vary.

Other Performances

The student may choose to participate in the following activities:

• Solo and Ensemble

• District/State Honors Orchestra
• Local Honors Orchestra
• Local Chamber Events

If performing a solo or auditioning for an honors orchestra, the

program will cover the entry fee, but the student is responsible for
preparing for and attending the entirety of the event. The student is
representing our program and school, thus should behave
accordingly.
 Parent Involvement:
Parents are strongly encouraged to participate in the students journey as
a musician and student. Attending concerts and activities is an excellent
way to support the program, school, and your students. Preparing the
students with the right equipment is always a great step as well, if
interested, send the director an email so they can provide a list of
instrument-based items that would aid in your students success. If you
are willing to provide additional help and support to the program, please
reach out to the directors or administration and let us know how you
would like to help.

Communication
Email: mrteacher@stringville.edu

Admin: admin@stringville.edu

Please reach out with any questions or concerns to the listed emails,
preferably contacting the director first to avoid disrupting the
administrators with program based questions.

Responses should be sent by the end of the day. If you send a email
outside of M-F 7-4, please give a little extra time for us to attend to your
inquiries.
By signing this Handbook, you as a student and parent
agree to the requirements of this course, the grading
policy, and are aware of the expectations set in this
program.

Student Printed Name_______________________

Student Signature __________________________

Parent Signature___________________________