General Music PreK-6th

St. Helena Arts and Technology Academy

2015-2016 School Year

Mrs. Baxley / School Phone Number
Fax Number / Conference Time
Gym Annex / /
  • Course Description

A course description is a brief synopsis of what students will be taught in a course.

The General Music/Instrumental music course is designed to help students become skilled in a variety of musical ways. They will develop the needed skills to become proficient in playing an instrument, reading music, and learning the necessary skills and etiquette to become a successful musician. Most importantly the students will develop an appreciation for the art of music.

Course Goals

The course goals are broad statements of what the students will be able to do when they have completed the course

The goals of a General Music/Instrumental Music course are toteach students the basics of music as well as giving them the means to develop an appreciation for music and musicians. After completing this course students will be able to:

  • Understand how to read notes on a musical staff.
  • Read a variety of rhythms (quarter notes, half notes, eighth notes.
  • Develop a basic understanding of the elements of music (timbre, dynamics, pitch, form, and rhythm).
  • Use the proper etiquette when attending a concert or performance.
  • Listen to and understand the applications of the music of different cultures.
  • Expected Student Learning Outcomes

An expected learning outcome is a formal statement of what students are expected to learn in a course. Expected learning outcome statements refer to specific knowledge, practical skills, areas of professional development, attitudes, higher-order thinking skills, etc. that faculty members expect students to develop, learn, or master during a course

Upon completing the General Music/Instrumental Music course, students should be able to:

  • Play their instrument at a proficient level (3rd and 4th graders will play recorders).
  • Effectively read and play a variety of rhythms.
  • Identify and group instruments according to their timbre.
  • Identify the dynamics in music and have the ability to play them on their instrument.
  • Identify high and low pitches and playing them on their instrument.
  • Identify the different types of form in music (AB, ABA, Call and Response, etc).
  • Recognize music from various cultures around the world.
  • Required Texts
  • Required Supplies
  • Pencil/Paper
  • 3rd and 4thgrade students will need a recorder for the entire year.
  • Guidelines for Grading

PreK-6th Grade

Category / Percentage / Types of Assignments
Summative Assessments / 50% / Quizzes
Unit Tests
Formative Assessments / 30%
10%
10% / Participation
Daily Assignments(performance checklists, various worksheets)
Do Now/Exit Slips
  • Attendance Policy

It is important to attend class and participate in class discussions and activities. Please make sure you follow the district attendance policy in order to earn credit for the course.

  • Tardy Policy

Music students are expected to be seated and ready to learn. Students will be given 3 Tardy Cards for the entire year. Once the student uses all of his/her cards consequences will be enforced: 1st=parent contact, 2nd= 30 mindetention, 3rd= office referral, 5th+= administrative action

  • Assignment/Make Up Policy
  • I AM NOT INCLINED TO ACCEPT LATE WORK. However, I do understand that emergency situations may prevent a student from turning in an assignment on time. In these emergency situations, a student may submit their assignments no more than 5 days late. Work turned in later than that will not be accepted. If there is an extenuating circumstance please contact me as soon as possible. Any unit test given throughout the year can be made up within 2 days after the initial test date.
  • MISSED ASSIGNMENTS ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY! If you have an excused absence that keeps you from either turning in an assignment or receiving instructions for an assignment, it is your duty to talk to me about the assignment as soon as you return. You may also email/text/rCampus me.
  • MAKE UP WORK is designated for students who have excused absences. If you are absent and it is excused, you must speak to me about any make up work the day you return.Please see me privately to discuss your assignments. Otherwise, there will be no opportunity to make up assignments not turned in on time.
  • Plagiarism/Cheating

Please read carefully and sign, along with your parents, the attached consent form regarding academic integrity. Plagiarism and/or cheating will not be tolerated. There are severe consequences for those involved with academic dishonesty.

  • Resources
  • My teacher webpage on the district website ( will be one of the most important resources for you this school year. You will be able to locate your class page for handouts, reminders on assignments, and websites that may help you throughout the school year.
  • Use your rCampus online platform to access online assignments, missed work due to absences, extra credit assignments, etc.

Academic Integrity Consent Statement

Course: PreK-6th General Music

Teacher: Tabby Baxley

Term: 2015-2016 School Year

DIRECTIONS: (1) Read through this statement carefully. (2) Ask questions if there is anything you do not understand. (3) Return it to your teacher.

I have heard the teacher's discussion of plagiarism, and I understand that I must use research conventions to cite and clearly mark other people's ideas and words within my paper. I understand that plagiarism is an act of intellectual dishonesty. I understand it is academically unethical and unacceptable to do any of the following acts:

  • To submit essays written in whole or in part by another student as if it were my own.
  • To download an essay from the internet, then quote or paraphrase from it, in whole or in part, without acknowledging the original source.
  • To restate a clever phrase verbatim from another writer without acknowledging the source.
  • To paraphrase part of another writer's work without acknowledging the source.
  • To reproduce the substance of another writer's argument without acknowledging the source.
  • To take work originally done for one instructor's assignment and re-submit it to another teacher.
  • To cheat on tests or quizzes through the use of crib sheets, hidden notes, viewing another student's paper, revealing the answers on my own paper to another student, through verbal or textual communication, sign language, or other means of storing and communicating information, including electronic devices, recording devices, cellular telephones, headsets, and portable computers.
  • To copy another student's homework and submit the work as if it were the product of my own labor.

I understand that the consequences for committing any of the previous acts of academic dishonesty can include a failing grade for the assignment or quiz with no opportunity for make-up, failure in the class as a whole and possible removal from the Advanced Placement course in extreme/repeat offenses. I understand that my enrollment in this AP course will help me develop skills necessary for college-level writing. Therefore, I will not plagiarize or cheat.

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Student SignatureDate

Assignment Policies

DIRECTIONS: (1) Read through this statement carefully. (2) Ask questions if there areanything you do not understand. (3) Return it to your teacher.

I have heard the teacher's discussion of the policies that will be enforced in this class, and I understand that I must be aware of due dates and submit my assignments at the time they are due. I understand that if I have an excused absence, it is my responsibility to ask for my make up work the day I return to class. If I forget to ask for my make up work, I understand I will miss my opportunity to complete the assignments I missed while absent. I further understand that if I need additional explanation or help with any assignments, I can seek tutorials from my teacher. I have read and agree to abide by the policies set forth by my instructor:

  • All assignments must be submitted at the time they are due, if not earlier. If an assignment is a day late, it may not earn a grade higher than a 70. If an assignment is two days late, it may not earn a grade higher than a 50. On the third day, the assignment will not earn credit.
  • If there are extenuating circumstances preventing a student from submitting an assignment on time, the student must speak privately with the teacher to explain the circumstances surrounding a late assignment beforehand. The teacher will discuss private issues with students on a one-to-one basis only.
  • When a student shows proof of an excused absence from the attendance office, it is his/her responsibility to ask for make up work or missed assignment on the day he/she returns to class. As per district guidelines, the student will have as many days as he/she was absent to submit make up work. (For example, if a student was absent two days, he/she would have two days to turn in assignments).
  • If a student does not show proof of an excused absence from the attendance office, the student will not be able to complete make up work or turn in any work that was due on the day the student was absent. Make up work is available for students who have excused absences only. Student must take care of his/her make up work within 2 days of absence.
  • If a student is going to be absent for a school related function, it is the responsibility of that student to turn in any assignments before leaving for the function. Otherwise, the assignment may be considered late and receive penalties.
  • As the teacher, I make myself readily available to any student who needs additional explanation or help getting started on assignments. If a student contacts me, I will make myself available for tutorials as soon as possible.

PreK-6th General Music

Tabby Baxley

I have read course syllabus, course requirements, academic integrity consent form, and assignment policies for this course. My signature below indicates that I understand the requirements and policies for this course and agree to adhere to them throughout the school year. Because this is a college level preparatory course, I am aware of the high expectations and my enrollment in the class indicates that I am prepared to meet those expectations.

I understand the academic integrity consent statement and agree to its conditions throughout the school year. Furthermore, I understand the assignment policies and agree to abide by them.

Student’s printed name: ______

Student’s signature: ______Date: ______

To Parents:

Hello! I will be your child’s teacher this 2015-2016 school year. This is my second year in this incredible career. I teach the general music and instrumental music course(s). My education consists of a Bachelor’s degree in Music. I absolutely love teaching!

It is very important to me to be able to prepare my students for the demands and rigor of the college environment. Your child is enrolled in my class, which means at the end of the year he/she will have the ability to be proficient in reading music and playing an instrument. I invested an entire week during my summer vacation so that I can have the best possible training to help my students succeed. My goal is simple—to help my students be successful.

In order to do this, I have set high expectations and requirements for this class. For example, students are required to participate and exhibit good behavior throughout the entire class. It is important that I have your support. I am aware that I cannot do my job well without your help. Please read this course information packet and sign below indicating that you agree to become my partner in your child’s education.

I am always available if you feel the need to check on your child’s progress. The fastest way to contact me is via email: . Thank you in advance for your support and I look forward to working with you!

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Parent’s name

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Parent’s signature:Date

What is the best phonenumber to reach you? ______

If you have an email address: ______

Note: The content of this syllabus is subject to change in accordance with the needs of the class and/or instructor.