| Absence affects performance in band classes. Each student's participation affects the group outcome, and each
student plays a valuable role in the process. It is imperative that we establish attendance guidelines that support this learning
process for both the individual and the group. Attendance is related to both self-discipline and learning. |
| Band students are required to attend all after school rehearsals. It is your responsibility to be in attendance
at all rehearsals and performances. |
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| Excused Absences From Rehearsal Include: |
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personal absence which confines you at home (excuse absence from school) |
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death in the family |
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religious holiday (please notify ahead of time) |
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other prearranged absences approved by the school and/or director (5 day written notice is required) |
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Please do not hesitate to call the band director for clarifications. |
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Co-curricular Activity Absenteeism Policy: |
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In order for a student to participate in an after-school performance, including practice, he/she must
either: |
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be in attendance for more than half of the school day |
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have an excused absence. |
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A student may not participate in an after school performance, including practice, if: |
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the absence from school that day is unexcused |
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the student is serving an out-of-school suspension |
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the student is serving an in-school suspension |
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the student has not been in school half of the day |
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Unexcused Absences From Class: |
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(FCPS guidelines apply) |
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2 tardies from during-school or after-school rehearsals and performances equals 10 points per 15 minutes
subtracted from the daily grade with possible removal from one or more performances, and translates into 1 unexcused absence. |
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3 unexcused absences from in-school rehearsals equals loss of points equals failure for the quarter |
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Keep a Calendar!
It would be wise, although not required, for students to acquire an academic year calendar, and students should have a
central location in which to record rehearsal requirements, upcoming exams, projects, and other special school events.
Attendance at meetings for other school activities and clubs must be arranged so as not to conflict with band rehearsals.
Failure to be prepared in any way for class, a scheduled performance, or after-school rehearsal will result in a lowered
daily grade for that class period. You must be in your seat five minutes before the meeting time, in uniform (unless otherwise
stated), warmed up, and ready to play | |
