Autumn Choir Notes 7th & 8th Grade
September 2026
Happy Fall!
Happy Fall, Choir Family!
Our first concert is coming up on October 2nd! It will be a short & sweet and also an opportunity to learn more about the upcoming year in choir!
We have been working hard on learning music, learning how to read music, and developing musical, healthy singing tone! Your students have come a long way and are doing wonderful work! I can't wait to continue working with them!
As a reminder, grades in choir are based on participation and effort. An important rule to follow in choir rehearsal is no gum, candy, etc. Singing and chewing gum/eating at the same time puts students at risk of choking as they breathe and phonate (make sound). Please take a moment to remind your student of the importance of safety in choir. Thank you!
Students are always encouraged to drink water during rehearsal! Please consider sending your student to school with a reusable water bottle to help them stay hydrated. Much like any physical activity or sport, keeping muscles and tendons well-hydrated prevents injury and allows students to practice and perform their best.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out via email or SchoolStatus! It's a joy working with your young singers!
Ms. Martin
Choir Materials & Enrichment Fee
Friendly Reminder: If you have not yet had an opportunity to contribute to our Choir Materials and Enrichment Fee, we would greatly appreciate your support! These funds will directly help our program provide materials, resources, and enrichment opportunities for our students. Every contribution helps and makes a meaningful difference in what we are able to provide throughout the year. The fee is recommended but not required, and no student will be denied participation or opportunities due to an inability to pay.
Get Ready for our Short and Sweet Fall Concert!
Event Information
Join us for the 2026 7th & 8th Grade Fall Choir Concert: Short & Sweet! Our 7th & 8th Grade Choirs will briefly perform, Ms. Martin will share information about the upcoming Choir year, and we will spend some time getting to know one another over desserts! All Choir students are required to wear their informal uniform: Choir t-shirt, jeans, and closed-toe shoes. Choir students must purchase a choir t-shirt via the link below. If you are unable to purchase a t-shirt at this time, please email Ms. Martin and she will be happy to help. T-Shirts are also available for borrowing if necessary.
If you are able, please consider donating a dessert to share! If you bring a homemade dessert, please label it with ALL ingredients used to be helpful to our guests with allergies. If you bring a store-bought dessert, please leave it in the original packaging. Please use the link below to let us know what you plan to bring!
Choir T-Shirts For Sale!
The 2026-2027 choir shirt is now available for purchase!
In an effort to save money for our returning students, we are reusing last year's design with the year updated. If your student's t-shirt from last year still fits and is in good condition, they are welcome to continue using that one. If they need a new size, have lost the previous shirt, or would simply like an extra, please purchase the t-shirt at the link below. Be sure to include your student's name so that we can distribute shirts asap!
Region Choir Camp & Auditions
Region Honor Choir Auditions offers 7th and 8th Grade students an opportunity to compete with students from across our region and to earn a place in this year's honor choir!
For more information, CLICK HERE
All VARSITY 7th and 8th Grade students are required to participate in the Region Choir Camp and Auditions (Major Grades).
If your student is not able to attend one or both events, please contact me so that we can arrange an alternate assignment.
Non-Varsity students are encouraged, but not required to participate.
The form linked below was sent home with students. Please complete and return ASAP if your student is participating!
Other Upcoming Events
- 9/28 - 3:30-8:00PM - Region Choir Camp
- 10/7 - 6:30PM - Short & Sweet Concert
- 10/24 - 8AM-1PM - Region Choir Auditions
- 11/14 - Region Choir Clinic & Concert
- 11/20 - 7:00-8:30AM - Faculty Thank You Breakfast hosted by Choir Council
- 12/16 - 5:30PM Call Time, 6:30-7:30PM Concert - Winter Choir Concert with PHS at PHS Auditorium
- 12/18 - During Class - Carols and Cookies in the Library