Attendance Policy
Attendance:
Attendance is a crucial factor in your performance evaluation in band, accounting for up to 2/3 of your overall grade. It is also critical for the success of the entire group. If you miss a rehearsal, we have to make adjustments accordingly, and if you miss a performance, it affects the entire band. Therefore, it is imperative that you attend all rehearsals and performances. We only accept two excuses for absences: (1) Personal illness and (2) Death in the family. For other situations, we handle them on a case-by-case basis, taking into account any extenuating circumstances. However, please note that we have a very strict policy regarding attendance.
Below are some actual “excuses” that have been submitted in the past. All of them were judged to be unexcused.
Attendance is a crucial factor in your performance evaluation in band, accounting for up to 2/3 of your overall grade. It is also critical for the success of the entire group. If you miss a rehearsal, we have to make adjustments accordingly, and if you miss a performance, it affects the entire band. Therefore, it is imperative that you attend all rehearsals and performances. We only accept two excuses for absences: (1) Personal illness and (2) Death in the family. For other situations, we handle them on a case-by-case basis, taking into account any extenuating circumstances. However, please note that we have a very strict policy regarding attendance.
Below are some actual “excuses” that have been submitted in the past. All of them were judged to be unexcused.
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“I had to work.”
“I had to go to Homecoming at FSU.” “It was just a parade.” “I forgot.” “We have relatives coming in.” “I have to go to a wedding.” |
“I didn’t have a ride.”
“I have tickets to the Metro Boomin, Weeknd, 21 Savage concert.” “It’s my mom’s birthday.” “It’s my birthday.” “We had to go out of town.” “I have to get my hair done for homecoming.” |
ALL of these are UNEXCUSED absences which could result in a lowered grade for the nine-weeks and being placed on alternate status.
REMEMBER! If you are going to be in the band, BE IN THE BAND!!!
If you have read the attendance policy above and still need to miss a rehearsal or performance, please fill out the form below.