Name___________________________

Seventh Grade General Music

Materials:

All students must come to class prepared.  This requires the following:

v       Pen/Pencil

v       Paper

v       Section in their binder for music                                       

Grading Policy:

Grades will be based on a point system.  Students will earn points for classwork, homework, projects, quizzes, and tests.  Students will receive a list of all graded components and their values on the first day of class. Assignments not turned in will equal a zero.  Points will be deducted for late assignments.

Expected Student Behaviors:

v       Engage in learning activities and take school work seriously

v       Take responsibility for their own behavior

v       Be courteous

v       Respect the personal, civil, and property rights of others

v       Attend school regularly, on time, and prepared to learn

v       Complete all assignments on time

v       Speak appropriately

v       Dress appropriately

v       Exhibit self-control

v       Seek alternatives to verbal or physical conflicts

v       Cooperate with others

v       Behave ethically

Consequences:

v       Student-teacher conference

v       Detention

v       Phone call home

v       Administrative referral

Make-Up Work:

v       It is the student’s responsibility to find out what work was missed due to an absence.  Mrs. Brisco is available to assist with make-up work before school and after school until 3:15.  Students wishing to complete work at either of these times should see Mrs. Brisco to arrange a time and day.

Units of Study:

v       Jazz – Students will study the elements of jazz and the people who made       

                  major contributions to jazz.

v       Guitar – Students will perform songs using chords and note reading techniques.

                                                                        

I have read and understand this General Music information sheet.

Student Signature_________________________________________

Parent Signature__________________________________________