Concert Band

Classroom Expectations and Grading Information (2014-15)

Ms. Kulikowski, Instrumental Music
ckulikowski@clsd.k12.pa.us
Classroom Expectations
All students are expected to bring the following items to class each day:
pencil, instrument, and band music.
All students are expected to PRACTICE their instruments in order to improve technique and
ability to play band music accurately and musically.
All students are expected to attend all scheduled lessons/sectionals, rehearsals, and concerts.
All students are expected to complete assignments on or before the due date.
All students are expected to treat teachers and one another with respect.
All students are expected to refrain from chewing gum and eating in the band room during
class.
Classroom Goals
Produce high quality music in an ensemble setting using creativity, sensitivity, and musicality.
Reach a higher level of technical ability on an instrument and develop musical independence.
Develop music theory skills through in-class activities and assignments.
Develop an appreciation and understanding of many types of music as well as their place or
influence on our culture and history.
Perform winter and spring concerts, Holiday and Memorial Day parades, and at the Cedar
Crest High School graduation ceremony.
Materials Needed
Instrument
Band Music (provided)
Pencil
Equipment (reeds, valve oil, slide grease, lesson books, etc.)
CCHS Band Website: http://cchsband.wikispaces.com
All pertinent band information is located on the band website, which is updated regularly. Please
bookmark and check the site often.
Grades
Grades (O, S, U) will be given each marking period based on the following criteria:
Assignments Students will be given assignments during the marking period. These
assignments are expected to be completed on time to receive full credit. Points will be
deducted for late and/or incomplete assignments. If a student is absent on the date an
assignment is due, he/she should submit it on the day of return.
Lessons/Sectionals All students will have an assigned lesson/sectional time. A lesson
schedule will be distributed and lessons groups will rotate according to the calendar posted in
the band room and online. Students are expected to attend each lesson, which will be
assessed based on improvement, practice, and effort put forth. Students must attend a
minimum of 3 sectionals and satisfactorily complete other requirements for an O in
band.
Performance Rubric Students must complete a playing evaluation each marking period.
Rubrics will be completed during designated times at the end of each quarter.

 Marching Band A calendar and expectations packet was given to all students at the end of
last school year. Students must attend all marching band rehearsals and performances. Two
or more unexcused absences will affect third quarter off privileges and grades in the first
and second marking periods. Students who attend pep band games will receive extra credit.
Performances Students must attend all dress rehearsals and performances as listed below.
Unexcused absences will result in the lowering of the students grade by one letter (O to S or
S to U).
Participation/Effort Students will be assessed daily during class based on participation,
effort, preparation, and responsibility. Students who do not comply (ie unprepared, gum, do
not put instruments/music away, lock lockers, disrupt class, etc) will receive a warning (first
occurrence) and lose points for each following occurrence.
Assistance on assignments, band music, or lesson material is ALWAYS available from Ms.
Kulikowski.

Important Dates (BOLD = MANDATORY)

Holiday Parade Saturday, November 22, 2014 MORNING
PMEA District Band Auditions (Dallastown HS)
Bad Weather Date

Saturday, December 6, 2014

Saturday, December 13, 2014

Winter Concert Dress Rehearsal Wednesday, January 14, 2015 6:00-9:00 pm

Winter Concert Sunday, January 18, 2015 2:30 pm
PMEA District 7 Band Festival
PMEA District Jazz Auditions (Central York HS)
LLMEA County Band
PMEA Region V Band Festival
PMEA All-State Festival
NAfME All-East Festival
PMEA District Jazz Festival

January 8-10, 2015

Friday, January 16, 2015
Saturday, January 31, 2015
February 12-14, 2015
March 25-28, 2015
April 8-11, 2015
April 10-11, 2015

Spring Concert Dress Rehearsal Wednesday, April 29, 2015 6:00-9:00 pm

Spring Concert Sunday, May 3, 2015 2:30 pm
Jazz Band/Show Choir Dress Rehearsal Monday, May 18, 2015 5:00 9:00 pm
Jazz Band/Show Choir Concert Thursday, May 21, 2015 7:30 pm
Memorial Day Parade Monday, May 25, 2015 - MORNING
Graduation Friday, May 29, 2015 Report 5:00 pm; Commencement 6:00 pm

CCHS Band Website:

http://cchsband.wikispaces.com

Band Syllabus/Expectations Agreement

DUE - Wednesday, August 27, 2014

10 points
I have read, understand, and will follow the classroom expectations, goals, and grading information
for concert band.
I understand the requirements for students to attend all rehearsals and performances for marching
band and concert band.

_________________________________________ Student Name (Printed)

_________________________________________ Student Signature

_________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature

________________________ Date