Choir Contract

JOIN CHOIR AT JCES!! Eear
Dear Parents in Grades 3, 4 & 5, Students in grades 3, 4 & 5 have an opportunity to join o ur choir! We do concerts and social events to build friendships and sing songs, and learn the art of singing at a high level. This year we are adding a choir T-­‐Shirt! There is a small fee of $20.00 to join. To sign-­‐up for choir: 1. Please read all the instructions/information below. 2. Sign the contract and return it to the office by September 12. 3. Make a check out to “JCE PTO”, place it in an envelope and mark it “Care of Mr. Parker”. Put it in the PTO mailbox in the front office. Choir Membership Fee-Instructions on how/where to turn in
• Please make a check out to “JCE PTO” for $20.00
• Here is how the fee is used: $10.00 for Music, $5.00 for accompanist and $5.00 for T-Shirt
• Please put the form and check in an envelope, and mark “PTO-Care of Mr. Parker”. You can turn it in the
PTO Mailbox in the front office.
When do we practice, and when do we start?
• 4th & 5th Grade choir rehearses every Wednesday morning beginning at 8:20am. (Please plan on being early so we
can start on time.)
• 3rd Grade Choir rehearses every Thursday morning beginning at 8:20am. (Please plan on being early so we can start
on time.)
• Our first rehearsals will be:
4 & 5 Grade Choir on September 17
3 Grade Choir on September 18
Cancellations
• We communicate via email primarily. Please neatly print your email address and check it every morning of your
child’s choir rehearsal.
• 2 Hour Delay: When there is a 2-hour delay, choir practice will start on a 2-hour delay, for those who can make it.
(10:20am)
• Snow Day/No School: When school is cancelled, choir will be cancelled. I will do my best to make that choir
practice up later that same week, so please check your email.
• Sick Day (If I’m Sick): If I am sick, I will try to have someone run the rehearsal. If I cannot find someone, I will
cancel the rehearsal via email. Please check email every morning of your rehearsal just in case we need to cancel.
What events (concerts) will occur this year?
• Concerts in January and May
• Sing at COSI Columbus
• 4th & 5th will sing at an Art Festival in the Spring
• Pancake Breakfasts
• Movie Night
• 5th Grade Caroling in December
How do I sign up?
• All members must read the contract with their parents and sign it. I must have your form and check before you start
coming to choir.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me!
Sincerely,
Matthew Parker
JCES Choir & General Music
Columbus Children’s Choir-Isabella Director
740-657-5650
[email protected]
JCES CHOIR CONTRACT AND SIGN-UP FORM
(Please read with your child, fill out the form and TURN IT IN THE PTO MAILBOX “CARE OF MR. PARKER” by September
12.)
Attendance Policy
Attendance will be taken at every rehearsal. Because our choir will be performing in front of people, consistent attendance is
vital to the success of our students.
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2 unexcused absences will be allowed per half year.
An absence may be excused if a student is sick from school on a choir day. In order for the choir absence to be excused, a
note, or email, must be sent in to the director regarding the absence from school.
If a student exceeds 2 absences, a phone conference may occur to discuss the future membership of the choir member. After
the conference, the director will choose in what capacity the member may continue.
Performance Attendance
Attendance at the performances is mandatory. We depend on all members, and when a choir member doesn’t come to the
performance, the choir is very negatively affected.
Behavior Expectations
1. I will have strong attendance both at rehearsals and performances.
2. I will participate to the best of my ability.
3. I will be responsible for my actions.
4. I will represent my school, my family and myself with courteous behavior.
5. I will use a strong and musical voice, and pay careful attention to my learning and the learning of others.
Choir Fee
1. W are asking for an entrance fee of $20.00. This covers the cost of music, an accompanist and a choir T-Shirt.
2. Please write a check in the amount of $20.00 and make it out the “JCE PTO”.
3. Please return the check along with this signed contract. Thank you.
I have read, understand and agree with the terms of the contract. At all times I will do my best to honor this contract and be
a positive influence on the choir and it’s members.
Choir Member’s Signature: __________________________________________________________
Choir Member’s Grade Level: _________________________________________________________
Parent’s Signature: _________________________________________________________________
**Parent’s Email: (please print)_________________________________________________________
Best phone number to reach parents: _____________________________