7th/8th grade band, orchestra and chorus
Posted Date: 8/25/25 (2:15 PM)
All 7th/8th grade chorus, band, and orchestra students will have their first meeting together on Thursday, September 4, at 7:35 AM in the auditorium.
- This is the only morning rehearsal during the first week. It may be different than the regular schedule.
- No instruments are needed.
- Students will review schedules, concerts, expectations, and the lesson rotation.
- After rehearsal, students will be released to lockers and then first period.
Zero period rehearsals begin the week of September 8. Chorus, Band, and Orchestra will meet on alternating days (Day 1/Day 2 schedule). Families can always confirm in Infinite Campus each morning.
Dual Enrollment
Students are always encouraged to join both Band and Chorus or Orchestra and Chorus for a consistent morning schedule.
Transportation & Breakfast
- Early buses are available, or students can be dropped off at the front entrance.
- Breakfast is served in the cafeteria at 7:20 AM. Students must be in class by 7:35 AM.
- Cell Phones: Must stay in backpacks during rehearsal, then in lockers.
- Instruments: District-owned instruments will be distributed within the first two weeks.
- Music Clubs: Students can also join Chamber Strings, Jazz Band, Show Choir, and the Middle School Musical. Additionally, students in 7th and 8th Grade may be invited to join the Tri-M Music Honor Society.
- Fine Arts Office: (631) 650-8520 | mhershkowitz@islipufsd.org