8th Grade Keyboard

Ms. Gomez

Period 3

Ms. Gomez’s Background 1st year at Marine View

Middle School 3 years at Jammin’ Music

and Arts Undergrad:

Azusa Pacific University 2010-BA in Music Education

Credential: University of Redlands

2013

Course Description & Goal Objectives

This class will: Instruct students in a basic understanding of

music theory and technique, including: Sight-reading Rhythmic values Expressive devices

Afford students the opportunity to put their knowledge into practice by performing a variety of repertoire on the keyboard

Grading/Homework Policy Students will be graded according to the following

weighted categories: Daily Participation = 40% of total grade Tests (written & performance) = 40% of total grade Keyboard Binder = 20% of total grade

Late Work: Late work will be accepted through the end of each unit. It is the students’ responsibility to bring each assignment to the teacher for grading/adjudication.

Behavior Expectations & Discipline Policy Expectations:

Follow directions the first time given

Be respectful and courteous to yourself and others

Come to class ready to learn and do your personal best!

Keep hands and feet to yourself

Consequences: Verbal Warning Conference with Teacher Recess Detention Phone Call Home Student/Parent

Teacher Conference Office Referral

Suggestions for Success Check your Keyboard Binder for

organization & completion PRACTICE!

Keyboard Lab open after school 2:30pm-3:30pm Monday-Thursday

Use your Binder Reminders to log upcoming test dates and homework assignments!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Contact Info Absence Hotline: Absence Line (714) 596-7086

(24 hour hotline)

Ms. Gomez’s Voicemail: (714) 846-0624 ext. 2630

Ms. Gomez’s Email: egomez@ovsd.org