Musical Recognition towards University Entry

Did you know some musical achievements may be recognised for bonus ATAR ponts for undergraduate entry into some tertiary institutions.  Please contact tertiary institutions directly for currently information about any bonus point schemes that may assist elite performers.

Some things that can contribute for bonus points are:

• Receiving an 8th grade practical certificate
• Obtaining an AMEB music or speech diploma, such as the AMusA or APCA
• Being accepted into the AYO
• Being accepted into a national choir?

Handprints & Goals for 2012

In recognition of your child’s part in our music making community, they have been given a handprint to decorate and return to class in Term 2.  In addition, I would like each child to write some goals on each finger.  This will help to set a pathway for our study and encourage the children to work towards reaching these goals in 2012.   Goals can include things like – learning a favourite song, learning a song by memory, completing their theory workbook or practical workbook, completing a theory or practical examination or even playing a piece for family and friends or at school assembly.  Please assist your child in setting achievable goals.  I would like to see at least 2 goals set with the others being added in each of the following terms.