E-Mails: November 2010

Poinsettia pick up tomorrow and December Choir Booster Meeting

November 29, 2010

Dear parents,

Tomorrow, Tuesday, November 30th is the pickup day for poinsettias. Please come to the auditorium foyer between 2 – 5:00 pm to retrieve your plants. The choir booster meeting for December will be held in the AUDITORIUM FOYER at 5:00 pm It is supposed to be cold tomorrow, so please make sure that you bring bags to cover your plants and that you keep them in a warm place. ☺

Thanks so much for your support!

Erin Stegall

Solo/Ensemble, Poinsettia, Boosters

November 29, 2010

Dear Parents and Students,

  • Just a reminder that tomorrow is poinsettia pick up from 2:00-5:00 pm in the Auditorium. Please be sure to deliver the plants within 24 hours and do not store in a cold place (ie. Car, garage, etc.)
  • December's Choir Booster meeting is tomorrow immediately following the poinsettia pickup in the auditorium foyer. The outside auditorium entrance will be unlocked.
  • Solo/Ensemble – Attached you will find information regarding Solo/Ensemble contest for HS choir and band students. The contest date is Saturday, March 5th in Rushville. Mr. Wetmore and I are consolidating our forms so that the students in both choir and band only have to complete one piece of paper. Please read the information carefully as there are some changes in practice from years past. Please note this is an optional event and students are not required to attend.
    First, priority for ensemble placement will be given to students taking solos in the respective instrument or voice. If there is room and need, we will then place students in ensembles who are not taking solos. Students taking a solo need to pay $20.00 per solo event to an accompanist unless their teacher, parent or family friend agree to play for them for free. The school will pay for the accompanist for choral ensembles.
    Second, students will be asked to sing and/or play their music when we get back from holiday break. The music doesn't need to be perfect, but it needs to be 90% learned and "on its' way". If a student does not "certify" (know their part), they will not be entered in the contest.
    The forms are due next Tuesday, December 7th. Solo/Ensemble is a great experience and I hope that many students choose to take on the challenge!

Thanks and have a great week!

Mrs. Butcher

HS Choir Update

November 23, 2010

Dear Parents and Students,

  • Variety Show – Congratulations to those who participated in the Variety show last weekend. The Choir council was able to raise $1,177.00 for Loaves and Fishes! ☺
  • Choir Lessons: Please find the attached lesson schedule for next week: November 29-December 3rd.
  • Rehearsals: Monday-Madrigals; Tuesday-Men's and Jazz; Wednesday-Madrigals; Thursday – Men's and Jazz.
  • Poinsettia Delivery will be Tuesday, November 30th from 2:00-5:00 pm in the auditorium. Please make arrangements to pick up your plants as we do not have proper storage to keep them overnight.
  • Choir Booster Meeting will be immediately following the poinsettia delivery in the Auditorium lobby at 5:00 pm Hope to see you there!
  • Below is the updated choir events calendar for the remainder of the year.
Updated Choir Events Calendar
Date Event Place & Time Involved Students
Tue, Nov 30 Poinsettia Delivery Fellheimer Lobby
2:00-5:00 pm		  
Wed, Dec 8 HS Winter Choir Concert Fellheimer
7:00 pm		 All students required
Tue, Dec 14 Madrigals perform for Rotary meeting Macomb Country Club
Noon		 Madrigal singers
Sat, Jan 8 Concert Choir Retreat 1:00-4:00 pm in Macomb
more information to follow		 All Concert Choir members
Wed, Jan 26 – Sat, Jan 29 IMEA All State Festival Peoria Selected students
Fri, Jan 28 Concert Choir performance at IMEA Peoria
morning		 All Concert Choir members required
Mon, Feb 7 6-12 Pops Concert/Dessert Auction MJSH Commons
5:30-8:00 pm		 All students required
Wed, Mar 2 SONOS Workshop/Masterclass Fellheimer
2:00-6:00 pm		 All Students required
Sat, Mar 5 IHSA Solo & Ensemble Contest Rushville HS
all day		 Interested students only
Sat, Apr 16 IHSA Organizational Contest Place: MHS
Time: all day		 All students required
Mon, May 9 HS Spring Choir Concert Fellheimer
7:00 pm		 All students required
Sat, May 21 HS Graduation – Concert Choir will perform Western Hall
7:30 pm		 All Concert Choir members required

Have a great Thanksgiving with your family!

Sincerely, Mrs. Butcher

Choir Lessons and Solo/Ensemble Contest Sign Up

November 22, 2010

Dear junior high choir parents,

Attached is the lesson schedule for next week. It is "seventh grade week". If students cannot attend their lesson for a good reason (not an "I forgot"), this is just a reminder that students need to complete a "lesson excuse form" and have it into me within three days of the missed lesson. Several students have missed lessons and since we haven't had a concert, missed lesson are giving many students a less than desirable grade in choir. The concert is December 6th and is worth 200 points, so that will raise their grades. Eighth graders are being asked to attend a rehearsal with the seventh grade on Thursday, December 2nd in the auditorium from 1:55 – 2:11 pm to rehearse a combined piece.

Secondly, tomorrow is the day that the solo/ensemble forms are due for students who are interested in attending the Saturday, February 19th contest. If you have an accompanist preference, please write down their names. You are welcome to find an accompanist "off the list" if you have a "contact". ☺

Thanks so much!
Erin Stegall

Choir Notes for December

November 22, 2010

Dear Parents and Interested friends,

Attached are the "choir notes" for December. The letter contains important information about poinsettia pick up, rehearsals and the upcoming December 6th concert.

Thanks so much!

Erin Stegall

Rehearsals This Week

November 21, 2010

Dear Parents and students,

Due to the practice PSAE testing this week, we will not hold Madrigals, Men's Ensemble, or Jazz Voices rehearsals. Practices will resume to their normal schedule next week (Nov. 29-Dec. 2).

Thanks!

Mrs. Butcher

HS Choir Update

November 19, 2010

Dear Parents and Students,

  1. Congratulation to the Madrigals Singers on a fantastic performance at WIU Holiday Festival of Choirs last night!
  2. Variety Show dress rehearsal – Tomorrow, Saturday, November 20th at 3:00 pm in the auditorium.
  3. Variety Show performance – Tomorrow, Saturday, November 20th at 7:00 pm in the auditorium. This is sponsored by the MHS Choirs and all proceeds will benefit Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry in Macomb. Tickets can be purchased at the door – $5 adults and $3 students/children. Hope to see you there!
  4. Poinsettia delivery helpers – Here is a note from our poinsettia chair, Mrs. Sheryl Hansen:

    Hi!

    Thank you to the parents that helped with poinsettia turn-in day! It went very smoothly because of your help! We are looking for a few more volunteers for Nov. 30. I won't be able to be there that day, but I will let you know who will be in charge.

    Tuesday, November 30 Help with unloading the truck and filling plant orders

    9:00 am – 12:00 noon – 3-4 more volunteers needed

    • Stephanie Haley
    • Barb Coker
    • LaDawna Celestine
    • Monica Huntsman

    (If you can't stay the whole time, come for however long you can!)

    Tuesday, November 30 Help with Pick-up/distribution of Plants

    1:30 – 5:00 pm – 4-6 more volunteers needed

    • Jennifer Rabchuk
    • Monica Huntsman (2:00-3:00)
    • LaDawna Celestine

    (If you can't stay the whole time, come for however long you can!)

    Thanks also to those that I have listed above! Let me know if I need to make any adjustments to your available times.

    Thanks!
    Sheryl Hansen

Thanks and have a great weekend!

Mrs. Butcher

Poinsettia Help needed ☺

November 19, 2010

Dear parents,

Attached is a letter from our poinsettia coordinator, Mrs. Sheryl Hansen, asking for help on Tuesday, November 30th (Poinsettia pick up day). ☺

Please consider helping this effort!

Have a great weekend!

Erin Stegall

Poinsettia Delivery Helpers needed

November 18, 2010

Dear Parents,

Mrs. Sheryl Hansen, our Poinsettia fundraiser chair, is in need of volunteers on Tuesday, November 30th. Please see her note below.

Thanks!

Melanie Butcher

Hi!

Thank you to the parents that helped with poinsettia turn-in day! It went very smoothly because of your help! We are looking for a few more volunteers for Nov. 30. I won't be able to be there that day, but I will let you know who will be in charge.

Tuesday, November 30 – Help with unloading the truck and filling plant orders

9:00 am – 12:00 noon – 3-4 more volunteers needed

  • Stephanie Haley
  • Barb Coker
  • LaDawna Celestine
  • Monica Huntsman

(If you can't stay the whole time, come for however long you can!)

Tuesday, November 30 – Help with pick-up/distribution of plants

1:30 – 5:00 pm – 4-6 more volunteers needed

  • Jennifer Rabchuk
  • Monica Huntsman (2:00-3:00)
  • LaDawna Celestine

(If you can't stay the whole time, come for however long you can!)

Thanks also to those that I have listed above! Let me know if I need to make any adjustments to your available times.

Thanks!
Sheryl Hansen

Junior High Solo/Ensemble Contest in Qunicy, Illinois

November 17, 2010

Dear Parents and Music friends,

Attached you will find information regarding solo/ensemble concert for junior high choir and band students. We gave this information to the students today, but just in case you don't receive it or lose it, here is another copy. The date of the contest is Saturday, February 19th in Quincy, Illinois.

Mr. Mattsey and I are consolidating our form so that the students in both choir and band only have to complete one piece of paper ☺ . Please read the information carefully as there are some changes in practice from years past.

First, priority for ensemble placement will be given to students taking solos in the respective instrument or voice. If there is room and need, we will then place students in ensembles who are not taking solos. Students taking a solo need to pay $20.00 per solo event to an accompanist unless their teacher, parent or family friend agree to play for them for free. The school will pay for the accompanist for choral ensembles.

Second, students will be asked to sing and/or play their music when we get back from holiday break. The music doesn't need to be perfect, but it needs to be 90% learned and "on its' way". If a student does not "certify" (know their part), they will not be entered in the contest.

As far as conflicts go, there is an 8th grade girls volleyball tournament and the Canton Invitational Wrestling meet (both 7th and 8th grade) on that day. This music contest is not required for choral students, but I mention these conflicts in case students are in these activities.

The forms and checks for accompanist are due on Tuesday, November 23rd.

Solo Ensemble is a great experience and I hope that many students choose to take on the challenge!

Sincerely,

Erin Stegall

HS Choir Update

November 12, 2010

Dear Parents and Students,

  • The Choir lesson schedule for next week is attached.
  • HS Variety Show – auditions are Monday, November 15th after school. The show is Saturday, November 20th at 7:00 pm in the Auditorium. Admission is $3 adults and $2 students. All proceeds go to Loaves and Fishes.
  • Rehearsals next week
    • Monday – no rehearsals due to Variety Show auditions
    • Tuesday – Men's at lunch, Jazz at 3:15, and Madrigals at 5:00 pm at St. Paul's
    • Wednesday – no Mad's due to HFC dress rehearsal at 6:30 pm (St. Paul's)
    • Thursday – no rehearsals
  • WIU Holiday Festival of Choirs – Thursday, November 18th at 7:30 pm at St. Pauls. Madrigals will perform. Tickets can be purchased at the door, but I would recommend purchasing in advanced. "General admission only" tickets are $15 (free to WIU students with valid ID) and can be purchased through the Hainline Theatre Box Office, 309/298-2900, Monday through Friday, Noon to 5:00 pm This concert usually sells out so be sure and purchase your tickets soon!
  • Madrigals – We will rehearsal at St. Paul on Tuesday, November 16th at 5:00 pm. I expect the rehearsal to last approximately 30-45 minutes.

Enjoy your three-day weekend!

Sincerely,
Mrs. Butcher

Last Call for Poinsettias

November 10, 2010

Dear Parents,

If your child has forgotten or has been ill, please have the bring their money and sales summary sheets to choir tomorrow. We need to place the "big order" ASAP. ☺

Thanks!
Mrs. Butcher

Last Call for Poinsettias

November 10, 2010

Dear Parents,

If your child has forgotten or has been ill, please have the bring their money and sales summary sheets to choir tomorrow. We need to place the "big order" ASAP. ☺

Thanks!
Erin

HS choir update

November 8, 2010

Good Morning,

  1. The choir lesson schedule for this week is attached.
  2. Rehearsals this week – Monday, Madrigals; Tuesday, Men's at lunch and Jazz; Wednesday, Madrigals; Thursday, Men's at lunch and Jazz.
  3. Poinsettia forms and money is due tomorrow, Tuesday, November 9th. Please see the attached forms if you need additional copies.
  4. Districts – Congrats to those students who participated in the IMEA District festival. It was a very productive day and the concert was excellent! Additional congratulations to three Macomb students who had the highest audition score for their respective parts: Alex Adams, Emma Anderson, and Hannah Porter. All-State results will not be sent to teachers until the end of November. I will let you know as soon I find out.
  5. HS Variety Show – Auditions will be held Monday, November 15th at 3:00 pm in the auditorium and the show will be Saturday, November 20th. Help us support Loaves and Fishes by participating or attending!
  6. Madrigals – We will rehearsal at St. Paul on Tuesday, November 16th at 5:00 pm I expect the rehearsal to last approximately 30-45 minutes.
  7. WIU Holiday Festival of Choirs – Thursday, November 18th at 7:30 pm at St. Pauls. Madrigals will perform. Tickets can be purchased at the door, but I would recommend purchasing in advanced. "General admission only" tickets are $15 (free to WIU students with valid ID) and can be purchased through the Hainline Theatre Box Office, 309/298-2900, Monday through Friday, Noon to 5:00 pm This concert usually sells out so be sure and purchase your tickets soon!

Sincerely,
Melanie Butcher

Choir Lessons for Next Week

November 5, 2010

Dear 7th grade parents,

It is 7th grade choir lesson week. It is attached. ☺

Thanks!

Erin Stegall

Poinsettia Sales Due and Help Needed

November 5, 2010

Parents,

Below is an note from Sheryl Hansen, Poinsettia Coordinator. Also, the sales summary and the checks for plants are due Tuesday, November 9th. ☺ I attached again the information for the sale. Families are encouraged to sell 10 plants per family to help support the choir boosters. Children should bring the forms and money to school on Tuesday so that they booster parents can count and check the orders.

If you are interested in helping, please write Sheryl Hansen (email cced and below) and let her know when you are available.

Thanks!

Erin Stegall

Dear Parents,

It's that time of the year again! We are looking for volunteers to help with Poinsettia Sales Turn-In Day (Tuesday, Nov. 9) and/or Poinsettia Delivery Day (Tuesday, Nov. 30). Please let Sheryl Hansen know the times you are available (include your phone and e-mail address so she can contact you)

Volunteer Times

Tuesday, November 9 – Help with collecting money and orders

  • Edison (7:45-9:15) – 4 volunteers needed
  • 8th Grade (9:20-10:45) – 2 volunteers needed
  • Mixed Chorus (10:45-11:45) – 2-3 volunteers needed
  • 7th Grade (1:15-2:30) – 2 volunteers needed
  • Concert Choir (2:10-3:05) – 2 volunteers needed

Tuesday, November 30 – Help with unloading the truck and filling plant orders

9:00-12:00 – 6-8 volunteers needed (If you can't stay the whole time, come for however long you can!)

Tuesday, November 30 – Help with Pick-up/distribution of Plants

1:30-5:00 – 6-8 volunteers needed (If you can't stay the whole time, come for however long you can!)

Thanks!
Sheryl Hansen

Poinsettias – from Sheryl Hansen

November 5, 2010

Note: Please reply directly to Sheryl Hansen

Dear Parents,

It's that time of the year again! We are looking for volunteers to help with Poinsettia Sales Turn-In Day (Tuesday, Nov. 9) and/or Poinsettia Delivery Day (Tuesday, Nov. 30). Please let Sheryl Hansen know the times you are available (include your phone and e-mail address so she can contact you)

Volunteer Times

Tuesday, November 9 – Help with collecting money and orders

  • Edison (7:45-9:15) – 4 volunteers needed
  • 8th Grade (9:20-10:45) – 2 volunteers needed
  • Mixed Chorus (10:45-11:45) – 2-3 volunteers needed
  • 7th Grade (1:15-2:30) – 2 volunteers needed
  • Concert Choir (2:10-3:05) – 2 volunteers needed

Tuesday, November 30 – Help with unloading the truck and filling plant orders

9:00-12:00 – 6-8 volunteers needed (If you can't stay the whole time, come for however long you can!)

Tuesday, November 30 – Help with Pick-up/distribution of Plants

  • 1:30-5:00 – 6-8 volunteers needed (If you can't stay the whole time, come for however long you can!)

Thanks!
Sheryl Hansen

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