GRADING

Each student will receive a WEEKLY GRADE, which is based on class preparation, participation, and performance. For example – if you: come to class with a well-maintained instrument and are in your seat on time (punctuality); are ready to perform and your instrument is accurately tuned; have your band folder, band music, and a pencil; are attentive and demonstrate good rehearsal techniques; are not eating food, chewing gum, or talking; attend all scheduled rehearsals/concerts; have prepared the band literature; function as a group member; display care of your instrument, the sheet music, music stands, chairs and miscellaneous music department equipment. The average weekly grade becomes a percentage of the interim/quarter grade.

Each student must turn in a PRACTICE RECORD every week signed by both the student and his/her parent/guardian. The weekly practice grade becomes a percentage of the interim/quarter grade.

Each student will be given Written and Playing QUIZ / TEST periodically. All Symphonic Band members are required to audition for All-District XI Band. This audition will count as a test grade. The average test grade becomes a percentage of the interim/quarter grade. When taking playing tests students will be evaluated in any/all of the following areas:

Expression – Tone – Intonation – Articulation – Phrasing
Rhythm – Dynamics – Accents – Tempo – Accuracy – Memorization

During grading periods when CONCERTS occur students will be graded on preparation, participation, and performance in such events. For example, if a student reports for the performance with an instrument in proper working condition, proper accessories, music, and other required materials and demonstrates proper concert etiquette, pays attention, and functions appropriately as a group member - to include, correct concert dress, he/she receives an "A" for that concert. The concert/festival average becomes a percentage of the interim/quarter grade.

* The chart below indicates the weighting given in each grading period.

Grading Period 1		Grading Period 2		Grading Period 3		Grading Period 4
Weekly	50	Concert	20	Concert	20	Concert	20
Quiz / Test	20	Weekly	30	Weekly	30	Weekly	30
Practice	30	Quiz / Test	20	Quiz / Test	20	Practice	30
		Practice	30	Practice	30	Final	20
Total %	100		100		100		100

EXTRA CREDIT: A student may earn extra credit for the various activities listed below. Extra credit is applied once a student has turned in written verification from a parent/guardian stating that the student fulfilled the requirement for the extra credit. The extra credit can only be applied in the quarter in which it is earned.

Private Lessons - (note from teacher required) a student must take lessons for the entire quarter, taking at least one lesson per week on his/her band instrument.
Solo and Ensemble - Perform a Solo or in an Ensemble at the District Solo/Ensemble Festival.
All-District XI Band - Audition for. All-District XI Band - Participation in. * Concert II Band members.
Attendance at two or more concert performances - (submit program signed by parent) Music performances by high school/college/professional groups. Credit will be given for every two concerts attended - up to six concerts per quarter.
Recital - (submit program) Play on a recital sponsored by a private lesson teacher, community or religious organization.
Other Ensemble - (note from conductor required) Participate regularly in another concert band or orchestra.

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Revised 26 May 2007

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Grading Period 1

Grading Period 2

Grading Period 3

Grading Period 4