Items of note this week:
1. Mentorship- Grade 6 students have the opportunity to be mentored our Grade 7/8 Band students at lunch from 12:30-12:45 any day of the week from Nov 6-Dec 22. If your son/daughter is feeling nervous about playing tests (band karate) or the upcoming concert they should plan to attend with their instrument, band book, and pencil. The Grade 7/8 mentors will patiently help the Grade 6's by modelling good posture, position, embouchure (grip- percussion), and tone.
2. Concert Dates and Uniform- A friendly reminder that our Winter Concert is on Weds Dec 13 (7pm) and Fri Dec 14 (block 1 for school). Students are required to participate and wear their uniform: Black Pants, Black Socks, Black Shoes (not necessary if your child is comfortable wearing just their socks on stage), and a Band T-shirt (provided by the school).
3. Band Karate Deadline- Term 1 Band Karate (White, Yellow, and Orange playing tests) are due no later than Nov 24. Please note, students completing these three beads will secure an A or B on their report card for Band. Missing one or more of the playing tests will result in a lower mark (C+, C, or C-) and the student will not get on to the honour roll. Students are encouraged to practice those exercises and test frequently to ensure the mark they desire to achieve. Re-tests are suggested if not successful on the first attempt.
"Excellence is a choice, just like being a good person.
No one can make you either, it is up to you."