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Farnsworth Middle School 
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General Music Grading

            We want to ensure success and confidence in all our students.  To achieve this, there is a need for a regular flow of information between the teacher, parent, and student.  Grades are one form of communication.  Although we aim for growth in musical achievement, our evaluation focuses on effort and attitude.  We believe that students who do their best and have a positive attitude will always be successful in the middle school music program.

            To be sure that each student in grades 6-8 are learning, they will be evaluated individually on his/her tonal skills, rhythm skills, vocal skills, and on their effort / class participation.  Students are given aural and oral tests on the above.  Written tests are given on theory and cultural / historical information.  These grades are used in computing the student’s average for the school’s Academic Achievement Roster.

 

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10/05/2005