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Mt. Ararat High School Choirs

Grading Policy

2004-2005

A Student's Semester Grade Will Be Based On The Following:

1. The student's grade for the choral exam (20%). As assessed by Mt. Ararat Choral Exam Rubric   2. The student's individual contribution to the choir (40%). As assessed by the Mt. Ararat Individual Contribution Rubric   3. Attendance at all required performances (40%). 4. Extra credit

1. Individual contribution to the choir

A student's individual contribution to the choir will be assessed using the Individual Contribution Rubric. It assesses individual score study and tape rehearsal time (30 minutes per week is the goal), rehearsal concentration, rehearsal preparedness and punctuality, posture, effort and energy, and respect for school property/equipment.

2. Choral Exams

All students will be assessed in quartets or trios once each semester. The student will be asked to sing with a small ensemble a portion of the choral repertoire that has been rehearsed during that semester. The student will be given a grade based on the posted Choral Exam Rubric. These exams will take place during class time, during the weeks of the school's mid-term and final exams.

3. Students may earn extra credit points

Extra credit points are awarded for extra help sessions with Ms. Koubek, for performing in outside musical ensembles, or for other extra musical activities that have a significant musical benefit for the student (as determined by Ms. Koubek).

4. Excused absences from required performances must be made up

An alternative performance opportunity will be assigned any student who has missed a required performance due to a previously approved, excused absence.