CHORUS

One Big "Ramily"

The Sherrard Middle School Chorus is currently comprised of 190+ singers in sixth, seventh, and eighth grades. Our motto is "One Big 'Ramily'". That is not a typo, just a clever way to use our mascot in our motto! We strive to make every singer feel as though they are a part of a family in our program, where compassion, encouragement, loyalty, and hard work are the driving force behind our success.

MISSON STATEMENT

The mission of the Sherrard Middle School Choral Program is to strive for excellence in and develop a passion for choral music by maintaining a friendly, informative, enthusiastic, and encouraging environment that is open to all S.M.S. students.

GOALS

Develop healthy and lasting relationships.
Seek a comprehensive view of choral music.
Strive for excellence.
Mature into self-respecting individuals.
Become leaders within our school and community.

CHORAL PROGRAM CODE OF CONDUCT OATH

As a member of the Sherrard Middle School Choral Program I vow to maintain the Choral Program Oath of Conduct. I will:

treat all people with respect, fairness, and kindness.
keep an open mind for new ideas
strive for excellence in all I do
care for my physical and mental health, carrying myself with integrity, confidence, and humble pride.
lead by example in all that I do

Parents/guardians signed forms permitting use of pictures at the beginning of the year.

BEGINNING CHORUS

Course Description:

Beginning Chorus is an elective fine arts course that requires a full year of commitment. This course is open to any sixth grade student interested in learning how to develop singing skills as an individual as well as part of an ensemble. Students will be encouraged to cultivate healthy relationships and friendships as well as improve individual and group skills that relate to vocal performance, personal development, and school leadership. Skills developed in this course are meant to build upon previous learning in Elementary Chorus, but Elementary Chorus is not required as a prerequisite course.

INTERMEDIATE CHORUS

Course Description:

Intermediate Chorus is an elective fine arts course that requires a full year of commitment. This course is open to any seventh and/or eighth grade student interested in learning how to develop singing skills as an individual as well as part of an ensemble. Students will be encouraged to cultivate healthy relationships and friendships as well as improve individual and group skills that relate to vocal performance, personal development, and school leadership. Skills developed in this course are meant to build upon previous learning in Beginning Chorus, but Beginning Chorus is not required as a prerequisite course.

ADVANCED CHORUS

Course Description:

Advanced Chorus is an auditioned fine arts course that requires a full year of commitment. This course is audition only, open to upcoming seventh and eighth grade students, and has four-to-five additional performance requirements. Auditions will take place in March for the following year. Audition requirements are listed below. Students will be encouraged to cultivate healthy relationships and friendships as well as improve individual and group skills that relate to vocal performance, personal development, and school leadership. Skills developed in this course are meant to build upon previous learning in Beginning or Intermediate Chorus; either or both Beginning and Intermediate Chorus are prerequisites for Advanced Chorus. Similarly to athletic involvement, you must maintain a GPA of at least 2.0 to participate in Advanced Chorus.

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