Chinook Middle School

Band “Honors” Criteria

This year, we are continuing the system that students can work with to earn Honors credit for their band class. At the end of the year, any student who meets the requirements listed below will receive Honors credit in band. This will be noted on your year-end report card, as well as in the concert program. Students will also receive a certificate that recognizes their achievement.

The criteria for achieving Honors credit are:

	Attend all required performances throughout the year This includes being on time and in appropriate attire
	Earn a 94% or higher in band class for both semesters of the school year
	Receive private instruction on primary band instrument for at least one whole semester -OR- Perform in an auditioned group that meets outside of the school day (must meet director approval) -OR- Keep a practice journal that documents your practice sessions and demonstrates that you are practicing an average of 80 minutes per week
	Participate in the district Solo and Ensemble Festival as a soloist or as part of an ensemble
	Attend a music concert that features professional or semi-professional musicians performing on your primary band instrument (must meet director approval)