Spring Concert Wrap-Up
I was so blown away by the great Spring concert last week! Thank you, students, for your incredible performances last night! I am very proud of your efforts and improvement this year.
Special thanks to all of the parent volunteers for making the night so special! The pre-concert dinner was amazing and the Concert Cafe was spectacular, as always!!
If you have any photos to share, please share them with [email protected]
Awards Banquet Wrap-Up
Thank you to everyone who attended the annual orchestra awards banquet last Friday. It was a wonderful event and so nice to share the orchestra’s accomplishments! Sorry for my teary eyes, but it will be hard not having the seniors return next year.
If you have any photos to share, please share them with [email protected]
Last Day for Recovery is tomorrow May 10!
Students please check your grades in Home Access Center and let Dr. Laux know if you have questions or concerns. If you have missing assignments, the last day to turn them in is this Thursday, May 10. Please communicate with Dr. Laux
Solo Performances Due
Each student is required to prepare and submit (online) a solo performance. The literature is the student’s choice. The deadline is Sunday, May 13 at 11:59 PM.
Students will receive two separate grades for the solo:
- Submit the test on time. Any late tests will be lowered by 11 points for each day late. Submissions are time-stamped, so please plan ahead!
- The quality of your performance based on your playing level and ability.
Please submit your solo using this form.
Graduation Ceremony
Students should reserve the whole day for our performance in the graduation ceremony on Thursday, May 24 at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater (VWA). A detailed information sheet was given to students today. Students will be reporting to the VWA at 4:00 PM for rehearsal. There will be a break at about 5:30 where students can eat a snack or purchase from the VWA concessions. The ceremony will begin at 7:00 PM and go until approximately 9:00 or 9:30 PM. Students must provide their own transportation to and from VWA (for themselves and their instrument).
Download the Graduation Information Sheet 2018
Leadership Meeting (2018-2019)
Our first leadership meeting for the new 2018-2019 team will be held on Monday, May 14 after school. We will discuss graduation and some events for next year.
Orchestra Travel for the 2018-2019 School Year
We will soon be releasing tentative trip information for the 2018-2019 school year, so stay tuned!!
- Spring Break Cruise – all orchestras invited!
- Midwest Clinic in Chicago – Symphony only (mandatory)