Music Curriculum: |
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| Primary/Intermediate Overview (PDF) | |
| The National Standards in Music Education | |
| Gr. 7's Opera Page | |
| Field Trips 2008- 2009: | |
Concordia University Wind Symphony, Gr. 4 |
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Alvin Ailey Dance Theater for Gr. 5 |
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Drury Lane Theater for Grade 6 |
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Lyric Opera of Chicago's Pagliacci by Ruggero Leoncavallo, and a backstage tour for Gr. 7 |
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A musical for Gr. 8 |
Faculty & Staff > Barbara Creed | Becky Coffman
Ascension's Music curriculum includes well-planned experiences leading to skills and knowledge in the areas of Music, Theater and Dance. We study Music to enhance the quality of our lives, to be able to participate fully in musical culture and for the joy and personal satisfaction inherent to music. Mrs. Creed is certified in Kodály Level I. Our curriculum includes music reflecting the diversity of America. Experiences are challenging and related to the real world of music. Activities, include singing, playing instruments, creating, performing, listening and analyzing music.are aligned with the National Standards in Music Education, and those of the Archdiocese of Chicago. Mrs. Creed uses TeacherEase Web-based Gradebook to align lessons to Illinois State Fine Arts standards. There is an emphasis on the relationships between music and other arts, as well as disciplines outside the arts, particularly social studies, language arts and technology. Assessments are based on objectives derived from the skills, knowledge and understanding called for in the Standards. Every student at Ascension has access to music instruction from a qualified instructor every week. Mrs. Becky Coffman (right) is the Music Specialist for PK-3 and MultiAge PK-KDG students.
Mrs. Creed is a member of MENC, the Professional organization for Music Educators. The National Anthem's birthday is on September 14, and we sing it on occasions throughout the year. The Star-Spangled Banner will be 200 years old soon! Sing along with a Star Spangled Banner Power Point. |
Mrs. Creed has been named by the Archdiocese of Chicago’s Office of Catholic Schools as Heart of the School award winner for 2008. She is recognized for her accomplishments in The Arts category, "for outstanding contributions that instill a love of the arts among students."
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