How often does my child have music?

4th and 5th grade will have music twice every six-day cycle for 40 minutes. 3rd grade students have music classes once in a six-day cycle for 40 minutes. 

How will my child be graded in music class?

Students will receive an overall grade for music that is based on the following three indicators:

• Performs grade-level music skills
• Demonstrates understanding of music concepts
• Participates actively and productively

Students will receive a score of 1-4 on each indicator. 

• 1  Needs Support
• 2  Progressing
• 3  Proficient
• 4  Excelling

What are good questions to ask my child about music class?

• What songs did you learn to sing? 
• What is your favorite song to sing in class? Can you sing some of the song for me?
• What types of notes are you focusing on reading and writing? Can you draw and play them for me?
• What is your favorite instrument to play in music? Can you describe how you play this instrument?
• Can you teach me a folk dance that you learned in class?

What should my child wear to concerts?

We ask that students dress in a neat and clean way. We ask that they refrain from wearing sneakers, jeans, sweatpants, shorts, and flip-flops. 

Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions:

menright@acsdny.org