SCHOLARSHIP GRADES
Citizenship/Participation..............................................................................................40%
• Daily Behavioral (Merits= good behavior /Demerits= bad behavior)
• Concert Attendance (There is no make-up work for missed concerts)
• Extra credit will be given to students who have parents attending HMDPA general meetings

Monthly Folder Check ..................................................................................................20%
• Practice Sheet 30 min. day Average
• Black (choir any color)  Three ring Binder
• Most current Calendar
• Up to Date Account Ledger
• Orderly Music with pencil markings as requested by Mr. Caldwell or Mr. Reed

Tests and Basic Skills Exams....................................................................................20%
• Students will be tested on basic skills and techniques.
• We will be using "Smart Music" software as an evaluation tool. I highly recommend to purchase your very own at WWW.smartmusic.com the codeword for a $75 discount is hillsdalemusicdept.
• Concert attendance is the Final Exam (mark dates from calendar)

Practice Log....................................................................................................................20%
• Students will need to log daily practice sessions on the "Practice Log"
• Must be Signed by parent for credit.
Recommend:
• Holidays and vacations may be excused.
• Private lessons on instrument can count as double time

CITIZENSHIP GRADE (also has up to 40% of above Scholarship)
Each student will need to earn an "A" in citizenship on a daily basis.
1. Come to class every day with all proper materials-Music Folder, Pencil, and Instrument.
2. Be in seat ready to rehearse within three minutes of the tardy bell.
3. Remain in seat during duration of class.
4. Respect the rights of others.
5 Work cooperatively with peers. (i.e. working in groups and ensemble)
6. Put away music and place instrument in the proper location.
7. Clean area before departing room.
(Extra and make up credit will be given to students who go out of their way to help others. )

Grade Scale
Progress Report
Grade Demerits
A 0 - 2
B 3 - 4
C 5 - 6
D 7 - 8
F 9 +

Final Report Card
Grade Demerits
A O - 4
B 5 - 6
C 7 - 8
D 9 - 10
F 11 +

Note: Depending on the frequency and nature of the violation, any level may be assigned. Students who fail to attend assigned detention will automatically be referred to the Assistant Principal.