Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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