The Highland Middle School Band is comprised of approximately 300 band students in grades 6-8. As music educators we have several goals that are very important to us: 1. Teach the basic fundamentals of playing a musical instrument. 2. Teach students how to set short and long-term goals, as well as how to achieve them. 3. Teach self-discipline. 4. Build self-confidence. 5. Develop teamwork and leadership among all of our band students. 6. Create a safe environment where all students are an integral part of our group and band family. As we strive to reach our goals we hope that playing music remains enjoyable to you and everyone you touch with your music. As you progress through your different levels of musicianship, please be aware that it is a lot of hard work. Most of the times it is fun, but occasionally it may be frustrating. All great musicians go through high and low times in their musical development. Always focus on the positive while you find ways to fix the negative. Music should be fun and we will try our hardest to keep it that way for all involved. The Highland Band Program has an open door policy. If you would ever like to watch your child’s class period you are welcome in the classroom any time. Please make sure that you sign in at the office and that you set up personal conferences with the band directors. We are here to help your child be the best that he or she can be. Communication between students, teachers and parents is very important to us. Do not hesitate to call us whenever you have a question or concern and we will try to do the same in return. |
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Missy Danforth
[email protected] Head Director, Beginning Woodwinds, Honor Band, Symphonic Woodwinds Lisa Dodd [email protected] Assistant Director, Beginning Brass, Symphonic Brass Jenn Giba [email protected] Percussion Director - Saginaw HS, Highland MS and Prairie Vista MS Matt Pearson Saginaw High School Band [email protected] Alyson Holley Saginaw High School Band [email protected] |