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CONSERVATORY POLICIES

Western Arts University and Encore High School touredAberdeen Scotland in 2015 representing the United States.

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PARENT / STUDENT HANDBOOK 2015/16

GENERAL CONSERVATORY INFORMATIONEncore Jr./Sr. High School for the performing and visual arts is a tuition free, public arts school. Whatthis means is every student that is enrolled at Encore, should have an interest and a passion for somesector of the arts. It is a condition of enrollment that every student auditions to be placed within andarts conservatory or courses that will develop them to become a conservatory arts student.

Students that are passionate about a facet of the arts taught at Encore but have no training will beplaced in pre conservatory classes to gain the knowledge and skills needed to become a conservatorystudent. The commitment for non conservatory classes is not as strenuous as conservatory classesas they do not perform as often as conservatories do. Generally, pre conservatory classes will onlyperform at annual or semi annual recitals.

As an art school, it is the expectation for students that they will be actively involved within theirconservatory. This includes after school rehearsals, Saturday performances, and other commitmentsthat fall outside of the scope of a regular school day. This helps feed the passion of the student withinthe arts programs and helps give the students the best training possible. In conservatory classes, it isa requirement to take part in the after school hours as part of their overall grade in the class.

WHAT CONSERVATORIES ARE OFFERED?Every arts class that is offered on campus either prepares students for a conservatory class or is apart of a conservatory. However, not every class is considered a conservatory.ART - Our arts conservatory covers both visual and technical arts programs. This conservatorycombines both traditional methods of art with technical programs such as radio programming,costume design, computer design, and photography.

CIRQUE ACROBATICS - This is our newest conservatory. Classes started in 2010and the conservatory is offered for the first time in 2012. This includes circus, ground arts, aerialist,and gymnastics.DANCE - Our dance program includes ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical as fundamental techniqueclasses. These programs are enhanced by courses that include other types of dance, choreography,and productions.

THEATER/DRAMA - Theater helps build actors. In this conservatory, studentsparticipate in dramas, technical aspects of the theater, acting, and Shakespeare. These studentstake part in festivals and plays that take part over the course of the year.

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC - Musicians at Encore learn the fundamentals of reading andplaying music. Many students have received scholarships and the honor of first chair in honor bandbased on their musicianship. A variety of bands are available as well as courses in both piano andguitar.

VOICE - Singers learn how to sing in many styles by becoming a part of the vocalmusic conservatory. Several choirs and solo classes are available. Students are taught musictheory and how to sight read music.

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I WAS LEVELED AT PRE CONSERVATORY.WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

As a pre conservatory class, you will be taught the mandatory techniques and basics within yourdiscipline BEFORE you enter the rigor of a conservatory class. Some people will learn quickly andfly through pre conservatory classes into the conservatory. For others, it may take a long time to beable to venture out of the pre conservatory classes. As a pre conservatory student, it isessential to commit to do your best and put forth the extra effort and time to master techniquesbefore you move into a conservatory. In many cases, it is a safety measure that certain rubrics aremet before you are moved into a conservatory class.

Pre conservatory classes move at a pace that is conducive to learning something new. Technicalaspects within the discipline will be broken down and explained in more detail so students can gain abetter understanding of their art. Terminology plays a big role in pre conservatory so, in the event ofa master class later, students will be able to understand a fast-paced class that would be commonfor conservatory students.

In many cases, students that have prior training will still be placed in a pre conservatory class. Thereason for this is to make sure that the student can pass the Encore rubrics set for each level withinthe conservatory classes before they are placed within a conservatory.

In the arts realm of Encore, just because you completed a course with a good passing grade will notdetermine your move into conservatory or a higher level. Each year, all students have to take part inarts assessments that will determine which level they will be at for the following school year. Theseassessment tests are taken very seriously and are mandatory for all students.

Grades within an arts class are generally given according to participation, completion of assignments,and enthusiasm within the course. Level changes are based on mastery within a discipline. Forstudents that do not pass the assessment tests for a level change, they will be invited to retake thecourse the following year. This does not suggest that the student has failed, this merely gives eachindividual student the opportunity to master their craft before moving into the next level. Rubrics mustbe attained before a student can move on regardless of time spent within the course.

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CONSERVATORYWhen you are a student within an arts conservatory, you will receive a conservatory agreement at thebeginning of each school year. This will outline basic event dates, commitment structure,expectations of a conservatory student, and an agreement that will need to be signed by both thestudent and the parent.

FUNDRAISERSEvery conservatory will have at least one fundraiser each year to help fund the expansion of equipment,field trips, uniforms, and other funding needs within that discipline. Students can either fundraise ordonate based on ability. At Encore, fundraisers must account for the $500 per student shortfallthat we must absorb to fund all of the activities and courses that we offer to our students above ourregular funding sources.

GENERAL INFORMATIONThe average student has three electives within their block schedule.

A student that has multiple interests is encouraged to “major” in one discipline (two classes within thesame conservatory) and “minor” in a second (one class in another conservatory.)

Conservatory participation rotates in major productions. If a student takes part in one conservatory,productions will rotate rather than working on back to back productions.

Many conservatories have prerequisite classes that must be taken to learn the fundamentals within adiscipline. These prerequisites are part of completing a full spectrum of training within a single discipline.

COMMITMENTS & BLACKOUT REHEARSALSAll students on campus are required to put forth extra effort and extra time to be a successful memberof an arts conservatory.

For all productions, students are required to attend two weeks of blackout rehearsals prior to the showopening. These blackout rehearsals are MANDATORY and affect conservatory grades withinconservatory classes. Failure to attend all blackout rehearsals will remove a student from a production.When a student is removed from a conservatory class production, the class grade is affected. All castmembers are needed to perfect the productions before opening night. After school practices prior toblackout also occur, usually twice per week. (Plan ahead by packing a snack/meal as these rehearsalsmay go into the evening!)

Visual art students are required to help set up art shows, set painting, and competitions.Photographers will be responsible for taking photos during after school events.

All training, whether a student is pre conservatory or advanced will require students to adhere to thevarious time demands, uniform policies, and expectations as a result of being within a specificconservatory.

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ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITYStudents of Encore are required to maintain passing grades in ALL of their classes in order toparticipate in their conservatory or team events.When a student is selected to participate in an event, a grade check is run by the advisor ordirector to make sure that the student is academically eligible.Periodically, the director or advisor will run additional grade checks to make sure that thestudent remains academically eligible.ON THE DAY OF OR THE DAY BEFORE THE EVENT - Advisors and directors are requiredto run a final grade check. If a student has become academically ineligible by this time, theywill be removed from the show. It is not relevant as to what role is being played by the student.Encore has replaced leading roles and have canceled shows based on academic ineligibility.

ACADEMICELIGIBILITY MEANS2.0 GPA AND NO F’S

ATTENDANCEELIGIBILITY

It is crucial for the success of astudent at Encore both academicallyand in the arts departments to attendschool every day. With Encore’s fullcalendar and block scheduling, miss

a day miss a lot.

When a student auditions for aprinciple role on any production or istrying out for any team, they cannothave missed more than five school

days in the last semester. If thestudent has missed more than fivedays in a semester, the student is

ineligible to participate until thefollowing term.

Directors of productions areresponsible for clearing a principlestudent in a production during the

audition process.

DID YOU KNOW?YOU CANNOT MISS A DAY OF

SCHOOL, THEN PARTICIPATE IN ANAFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITY.

This includes rehearsals, shows, dances,field trips, mock trial, concerts, spellingbees, and any other school activity thattakes place outside of school hours. We

know the schedule is hectic, but your firstcommitment is to your regular school day.

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THE LETTERMAN’S JACKETEarning a letter for a letterman’s jacket is a special distinction that shows school achievement and spirit.Students of Encore can earn one letter “E”. Once they have earned the letter, a jacket can bepurchased from the Student Store. Encore’s letterman’s jackets come black with white sleeves and redpiping. The jackets come plain, but students can design and pay to have their jackets embroidered,embellished, and covered with school related patches. The letter gives the distinction ofaccomplishment. There is a separate patch that can be sewn on or around the letter for each area thata letter is earned in. Once a student has earned a single patch, they can then earn a service bar foradditional years that the letter distinction is earned. Letters can only be earned by students grades 9through 12.

ACADEMIC LETTERS-Require a 3.5 GPA for both semesters during a school year

MOCK TRIAL -Requires participation through mock trial and National Forensic LeagueAMBASSADORS -Must complete both semesters and summer session being present to at least 95% of all rehearsals andshowsASSOCIATED STUDENT BODY (ASB) -Requires active participation and completion of all assigned tasks during the year.HIGH SCHOOL BAND -Must be enrolled in the band program for the entire year PLUS must participate in all concerts andfestivals.HIGH SCHOOL DANCE -Must be enrolled in the dance program for the entire year PLUS participate in three events during theschool year.HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA -Must be enrolled in the drama program for the entire year PLUS participate in two productions and onefestival over the course of the school year.CIRQUE ARTS -Must be enrolled in the program for the entire year and participate in both circus based productions.PHOTOGRAPHY -Must be enrolled in the program for the entire year and participate in all art shows throughout the year.Students must also photograph at least three school events throughout the year.COSTUME DESIGN -Must be enrolled in the costume design lab class and participate in the creation of costumes for at leastthree productions during the year. Students must also participate in one art show or festival.HIGH SCHOOL VOCAL MUSIC -Must be enrolled in the choir program for the entire year PLUS participate in all choir concerts andannual musicals.

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GRADUATING FROM ENCOREWITH AN ARTS DISTINCTION

Encore offers not only a diploma at high school graduation letting the world know that you havecompleted your high school career, but also a conservatory certificate. This distinction is reserved forstudents that have auditioned to become part of an arts conservatory, completed the necessarycoursework, participated in the required extra events, and created and submitted a portfolio in theirdiscipline prior to graduation. This is an elite distinction that requires a minimum of 200 after schoolhours to be completed each year. It is a four year program. Upon completion of an arts certificationat Encore, a student earns the distinction of wearing a special cord at graduation, walking with honors,and receiving a separate certificate during the graduation ceremony. The student’s distinct certificationis also placed on their school transcripts.

Students wishing to participate in the conservatory certification program should use the following pagesto keep track of where they sit in the certification process. Certification does not mean that a studenthas taken a bunch of classes within an arts discipline that they enjoy. It means that they have showna level of commitment and distinction that will place them into a level of mastery of their arts disciplineupon graduation.

This certification is not easy to acquire. Many students that are placed within a conservatory will notearn arts certification. Certification means that the student has been fully immersed in that artsdiscipline throughout their entire arts career at Encore.

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DANCE ARTS CERTIFICATION

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DANCE ARTS CERTIFICATIONREQUIREMENTSStudents must complete at least 70 semester credits to earn arts certification upon graduation.Students earning a dance arts certification wear a pink cord during graduation ceremonies. Studentsthat transfer into Encore can use credits earned at other schools toward certification. Course syllabimust be submitted to the Director of the Arts for transfer approval.

To be considered for Dance Arts certification, students must submit a completed portfolio to theDirector of the Arts NO LATER THAN MAY 15th. Portfolios accepted after the 15th may not berecognized or have the proper cord to wear at graduation.

Once the portfolio has been signed off by the Director of the Arts, it will be given to the Campus Deanfor final review. Once approved, the student will be notified that their portfolio has been accepted andthat the student has earned the arts certification.

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT TO TRACK AND COMPLETE ALL NECESSARYREQUIREMENTS WITHIN THE REQUIRED TIME FRAME. TEACHERS AND PARENTS SHOULDNOT CREATE PORTFOLIOS OR TRACK PROGRESS FOR THE STUDENT. THISCERTIFICATION HELPS STUDENTS LEARN HOW TO TRACK PROGRESS FOR WHEN THEYGET TO COLLEGE.

A portfolio can be any bound notebook or professional style portfolio book. Loose pages will NOT beaccepted. Once reviewed, the portfolio will be available for pickup at the office of the AdministrativeAssistant for the Campus Dean (Miss Ashlin Lannerd).

Dance Arts Portfolios must include:1. Official copy of transcripts reflecting the completion of 70 semester credits in dance.

2. Within the 70 semester credits in dance, at least 20 semester credits must be in ballet.

3. Within the 70 semester credits in dance, at least 20 semester credits must be in jazz.

4. Within the 70 semester credits in dance, at least 10 semester credits must be in tap.

5. At least 10 additional semester credits must be taken within the drama department.

6. At least 10 additional semester credits must be taken within the music or vocal music department.

7. Students must have at least 200 hours of lab time within their discipline for each year that theyattend Encore.

8. Students must participate in at least three events (productions, recitals, competitions, shows, etc.)each year that they are enrolled in Encore.

9. Students must provide a bio, head shot, resume, and photos of them from each dance discipline.78

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DANCE ARTS CERTIFICATIONWORKSHEET

REQUIREMENT #1 - OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS - A student will be able toacquire an official copy of transcripts by making an appointment with their school counselor or therecords department. This transcript should be requested by May 1. Classes in progress will count ascompleted courses as long as the student is passing the class and is currently enrolled in the class.

REQUIREMENT #2 - 20 SEMESTER CREDITS BALLET - It does notmatter when the ballet credits were taken at Encore. Qualifying courses are courses listed as anylevel ballet, pointe, or pre pointe.

School Year _______________Course Taken__________________________Credit earned_______


REQUIREMENT #3 - 20 SEMESTER CREDITS JAZZ - It does notmatter when the jazz credits were taken at Encore. Qualifying courses are courses listed as any leveljazz.



REQUIREMENT #4 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS TAP - It does not matterwhen the tap credits were taken at Encore. All courses listed as any level tap.


REQUIREMENT #5 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS DRAMA - It does notmatter when the credits were taken at Encore. Qualifying courses are courses listed as Drama,Acting, Ambassadors, Thespian Troupe.


REQUIREMENT #6 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS MUSIC - It does notmatter when the credits were taken at Encore. Qualifying courses are courses listed as Choir, Band,Piano, Guitar, Ambassadors, or Music Theory Class.


If you are using the Ambassador class to fulfill requirements 5 and 6, you may not duplicate credits tocover both requirement 5 and 6.

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REQUIREMENT #7 - 200 hours of lab each year of enrollment.Lab hours would be considered anything that is done in either after school classes, rehearsals, stagetech, summer hours, cleanup crew, box office, spotlight operation, audience member, or any otherdance / production related time. Lab hour worksheets can be picked up in the front office. All hoursmust be signed off by the director, teacher, or producer that is in charge of that event.

EXAMPLE OF WHAT ANNUAL LAB HOURS LOOK LIKE -

PRE POINTE CLASS WITH MISS ALICIA, MONDAYS AFTER SCHOOL , 26 CLASSES 90 MIN-UTES - 39 HOURS

BLACKOUT FOR AIDA - 3 HOURS PER DAY, 8 REHEARSALS - 24 HOURSAIDA SHOWS, DECEMBER 7, 8 - 8 HOURSPICKUP REHEARSAL FOR AIDA - 3 HOURSAIDA SHOW, DECEMBER 14, 15 - 8 HOURS

BARNES AND NOBLES FUNDRAISER - PERFORMANCE VISIT - 3 HOURSATTENDED SNOW WHITE SHOW PERFORMANCE - 3 HOURS

ATTENDED BREAKFAST CLUB SHOW PERFORMANCE - 3 HOURSATTENDED CHOIR CONCERT - 3 HOURSATTENDED CAPTAIN ENCORE - 3 HOURS

ATTENDED MIDSUMMER’S NIGHT DREAM - 3 HOURS

BLACKOUT FOR DANCE RECITAL - 3 HOURS PER DAY, 3 DAYS - 9 HOURSDANCE RECITAL SHOWS - 4 HOURS

REGULAR REHEARSALS FOR SUPERHERO FACTORY 16 REHEARSALS - 3 HOURS PER DAY -48 HOURS

BLACKOUT FOR SUPERHERO FACTORY - 3 HOURS PER DAY, 8 REHEARSALS - 24 HOURS

SUPERHERO SHOWS, APRIL 5 - 4 HOURSSUPERHERO SHOWS, APRIL 6 - 4 HOURS

PICKUP REHEARSAL FOR SUPERHERO FACTORY - 3 HOURSSUPERHERO SHOW, APRIL 12 - 4 HOURSSUPERHERO SHOW, APRIL 13 - 4 HOURS

TOTAL SAMPLE LAB HOURS FOR THE YEAR - 204

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REQUIREMENT #8 - PARTICIPATION - A dance student must participate inthree different events each year to fulfill this requirement. Some qualifying events includeproductions, competitions, pep assemblies, recitals, off campus performances, fashion shows, andorientations.

GRADE 9 -Date(s) _______________Event________________________________Role___________________

Approved by Producer / Director / Instructor / Teacher: _____________________________________

Date(s) _______________Event________________________________Role___________________


Date(s) _______________Event________________________________Role___________________




Date(s) _______________Event________________________________Role___________________


Date(s) _______________Event________________________________Role___________________


Please Note:

**If a Director /Producer/Instructor/ Teacher of a Production is NOT available to sign off on your par-ticipation, a show program from the event listing you as a participant will suffice. Additionally, partici-pation must be relevant to your conservatory. Finally, you must maintain a min. 3.0 GPA in yourconservatory classes.

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REQUIREMENT #8 - PARTICIPATION - A dance student must participate inthree different events each year to fulfill this requirement. Some qualifying events includeproductions, competitions, pep assemblies, recitals, off campus performances, fashion shows, andorientations. Participation in this event must be within a Dance capacity.



Date(s) _______________Event________________________________Role___________________


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Date(s) _______________Event________________________________Role___________________


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REQUIREMENT #9 - BIO, HEADSHOT, RESUME - This section of theportfolio gives the student a chance to show off things about themselves that the rest of the portfoliomay not show. The first part of the dance portfolio proves that a student has participated in the danceprogram at Encore. The bio, headshot, and resume portions give the student bragging rights abouttheir accomplishments.

PART A - HEADSHOTThis does not have to be a professionally paid for head shot. It should be printed as an 8 x 10. Aclass photo is adequate, but it is recommended that another photo is taken. Encore has hundreds ofphotographers on campus that are looking for subjects to take pictures of. The photo can be blackand white or color and should include only the student from the shoulders up.

PART B - DISCIPLINE PHOTOSAgain, these do not have to be professionally created. These photos can be 3 x 5 and should beformatted four photos to a page. These photos can be either black and white or color. One photoshould be in classic ballet attire (black leotard, pink tights) and show a classic ballet pose. Thesecond photo should highlight a classic dance extension. The final two photos should show action orposed dance shots in classic costumes that do not distract from classic dance lines.

PART C - BIOThe student bio should include personalinformation about the dancer. The bio isa one page sheet that can include anadditional photo if desired. The followinginformation should be included: Name,Date of Birth, Height, Weight, Build(athletic, slender, etc.), Eye color,Hair color, Highlights of talent, Contact info,and Hobbies. The purpose of this pageis to prepare the student to create a biofor industry.

PART D - RESUMEThe student resume should outline alltraining (on and off campus), all productions,roles, shows, and other relevant experiencethat would qualify the student to work as anexperienced dancer. Relevant experienceincludes only stuff that they have been involvedin after they reached high school age UNLESSthe experience is highly visible or notable.(For example: if you were a Radio Disney Kid)

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DRAMATIC ARTS CERTIFICATIONREQUIREMENTS

Students must complete at least 70 semester credits to earn arts certification upon graduation.Students earning a dramatic arts certification wear a blue cord during graduation ceremonies.Students that transfer into Encore can use credits earned at other schools toward certification.Course syllabi must be submitted to the Director of the Arts for transfer approval.

To be considered for Dramatic Arts certification, students must submit a completed portfolio to theDirector of the Arts NO LATER THAN MAY 15th. Portfolios accepted after the 15th may not berecognized or have the proper cord to wear at graduation.




Dramatic Arts Portfolios must include:1. Official copy of transcripts reflecting the completion of 70 semester credits in drama.

2. At least 10 additional semester credits must be taken within the dance department.


4. Students must tech or crew one production per year.


6. Students must participate in at least three events (productions, recitals, competitions, festivals,shows, etc.) each year that they are enrolled in Encore.

7. Students must provide a bio, head shot, resume, and photos

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DRAMATIC ARTS CERTIFICATIONWORKSHEET

REQUIREMENT #1 - OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS - A student will be able toacquire an official copy of transcripts by making an appointment with their school counselor or therecords department. This transcript should be requested by May 1. Classes in progress will count ascompleted courses as long as the student is passing the class and is currently enrolled in the class.Courses that count toward the 70 semester credit requirement include acting, stagecraft, tech, drama,theater troupe, and Ambassadors.








REQUIREMENT #2 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS DANCE - Qualifyingcourses are courses listed as jazz, ballet, dance, tap, lyrical, and Ambassadors.


REQUIREMENT #3 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS MUSIC - Qualifyingcourses include any choir, band, piano, guitar, Ambassadors, or music theory class.


REQUIREMENT #4 - ANNUAL CREW OR TECH - This requirement canbe met by helping tech or crew during any production, recital, pep rally, show, or off campus show. Acopy of the show program should be included with your portfolio with an explanation of what type ofcrew or tech duties you had for that event.

If you are using the Ambassador class to fulfill requirements 1, 2 and 3 you may not duplicate creditsto cover requirements.

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REQUIREMENT #5 - 200 hours of lab each year of enrollment.Lab hours would be considered anything that is done in either after school classes, rehearsals, stagetech, summer hours, cleanup crew, box office, spotlight operation, audience member, or any otherdrama / production related time. Lab hour worksheets can be picked up in F20. All hours must besigned off by the director, teacher, or producer that is in charge of that event.


FESTIVAL REHEARSALS TWICE A WEEK FOR 2 HOURS EACH - 24 HOURSFESTIVAL PARTICIPATION - 48 HOURS

REHEARSAL FOR THE BREAKFAST CLUB TWICE A WEEK FOR 2 HOURS EACH - 24 HOURSBLACKOUT FOR BREAKFAST CLUB - 3 HOURS PER DAY, 8 REHEARSALS - 24 HOURS

BREAKFAST CLUB SHOWS, - 16 HOURS


ATTENDED AIDA SHOW PERFORMANCE - 3 HOURSATTENDED CHOIR CONCERT - 3 HOURSATTENDED CAPTAIN ENCORE - 3 HOURS

ATTENDED SUPERHERO FACTORY - 3 HOURS

REGULAR REHEARSALS FOR MIDSUMMER’S NIGHT DREAM 16 REHEARSALS -3 HOURS PER DAY - 48 HOURS

BLACKOUT FOR MIDSUMMER’S NIGHT DREAM -3 HOURS PER DAY, 8 REHEARSALS - 24 HOURS

4 MIDSUMMER’S NIGHT DREAM SHOWS - 12 HOURS1 PICKUP REHEARSAL - 3 HOURS


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REQUIREMENT #6 - PARTICIPATION - A dramatic arts student must participatein three different events each year to fulfill this requirement. Some qualifying events includeproductions, competitions, pep assemblies, recitals, off campus performances, and festivals.Participation must be directly relevant to the Theater.



Date(s) _______________Event________________________________Role___________________


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Date(s) _______________Event________________________________Role___________________


Date(s) _______________Event________________________________Role___________________

Please Note:

**If a Director /Producer/Instructor/ Teacher of a production is NOT available to sign off on your par-ticipation, a show program from the event listing you as a participant will suffice. Additionally, partici-pation must be relevant to your conservatory. Finally, you must maintain a min. 3.0 GPA in yourconservatory classes.

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REQUIREMENT #6 - PARTICIPATION - A dramatic arts student must participatein three different events each year to fulfill this requirement. Some qualifying events includeproductions, competitions, pep assemblies, recitals, off campus performances, and festivals.



Date(s) _______________Event________________________________Role___________________


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Date(s) _______________Event________________________________Role___________________


Date(s) _______________Event________________________________Role___________________


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REQUIREMENT #7 - BIO, HEADSHOT, RESUME - This section of theportfolio gives the student a chance to show off things about themselves that the rest of the portfoliomay not show. The first part of the drama portfolio proves that a student has participated in thedrama program at Encore. The bio, headshot, and resume portions give the student bragging rightsabout their accomplishments.


PART B - DISCIPLINE PHOTOSAgain, these do not have to be professionally created. These photos can be 3 x 5 and should beformatted four photos to a page. These photos can be either black and white or color. These photosshould include a variety of “looks” that may be used for an actor’s resume.

PART C - BIOThe student bio should include personalinformation about the actor. The bio isa one page sheet that can include anadditional photo if desired. The followinginformation should be included: Name,Date of Birth, Height, Weight, Build(athletic, slender, etc.), Eye color,Hair color, Highlights of talent, Contact info,and Hobbies. The purpose of this pageis to prepare the student to create a biofor industry.

PART D - RESUMEThe student resume should outline alltraining (on and off campus), all productions,roles, shows, and other relevant experiencethat would qualify the student to work as anexperienced actor. Relevant experienceincludes only stuff that they have been involvedin after they reached high school age UNLESSthe experience is highly visible or notable.(For example: if you were a Radio Disney Kid)

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ART CERTIFICATION

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VISUAL / TECHNICAL ARTS CERTIFICATIONREQUIREMENTSStudents must complete at least 70 semester credits to earn arts certification upon graduation.Students earning a visual / technical arts certification wear an orange cord during graduationceremonies. Students that transfer into Encore can use credits earned at other schools towardcertification. Course syllabi must be submitted to the Director of the Arts for transfer approval.

To be considered for Visual / Technical Arts certification, students must submit a completed portfolioto the Director of the Arts NO LATER THAN MAY 15th. Portfolios accepted after the 15th may not berecognized or have the proper cord to wear at graduation.


IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT TO TRACK AND COMPLETE ALL NECESSARYREQUIREMENTS WITHIN THE REQUIRED TIME FRAME. TEACHERS AND PARENTS SHOULDNOT CREATE PORTFOLIOS OR TRACK PROGRESS FOR THE STUDENT. THISCERTIFICATION HELPS STUDENTS LEARN HOW TO TRACK PROGRESS FOR WHEN THEYGET TO COLLEGE.A portfolio can be any bound notebook or professional style portfolio book. Loose pages will NOT beaccepted. Once reviewed, the portfolio will be available for pickup at the office of the AdministrativeAssistant for the Campus Dean (Miss Ashlin Lannerd).

Technical / Visual Arts Portfolios must include:1. Official copy of transcripts reflecting the completion of 70 semester credits in visual / technical arts.

2. Within the 70 semester credits in art, at least 10 semester credits must be in a non technical visualarts class. (ART, DRAWING, PAINTING, ETC.)

3. Within the 70 semester credits in art, at least 10 semester credits must be in a technical arts class.(COSTUME DESIGN, YEARBOOK, PHOTOGRAPHY, ETC.)

4. Within the 70 semester credits in art, at least 10 semester credits must be in a computer designclass. (DESIGN & MIXED MEDIA, COMPUTER DESIGN, WEB DESIGN, ETC.)

5. On top of the 70 semester credits, 10 credits must be earned in an alternate arts discipline.


7. Students must participate in at least one arts show on campus and one arts show / competition offcampus each year.

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REQUIREMENT #2 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS VISUAL ARTS - Itdoes not matter when the non technical visual art credits were taken at Encore. Qualifying coursesare courses listed as any level visual arts class such as art, drawing & painting, sculpture, etc.


REQUIREMENT #3 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS TECHNICALARTS - It does not matter when the technical arts credits were taken at Encore. Qualifyingcourses are courses listed as any costume design, yearbook, photography, marketing / production,etc.


REQUIREMENT #4 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS COMPUTERDESIGN - It does not matter when the computer design credits were taken at Encore.Qualifying courses listed as any level design / mixed media, computer design, web design, etc.


REQUIREMENT #5 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS OTHER ART - Itdoes not matter when the credits were taken at Encore. Qualifying courses include any drama,music, dance, vocal music, karate, Ambassadors, or circus arts class.


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REQUIREMENT #6 - 200 hours of lab each year of enrollment.Lab hours would be considered anything that is done in either after school classes, rehearsals, stagetech, summer hours, cleanup crew, box office, spotlight operation, audience member, or any othervisual / technical arts related time. Lab hour worksheets can be picked up in the front office. Allhours must be signed off by the director, teacher, or producer that is in charge of that event.


AT HOME, WORK CREATION TIME, 1 HOUR 2 DAYS PER WEEK - 25 WEEKS - 100 HOURSMAXIMUM OF 100 HOURS CAN BE SIGNED BY A PARENT.

STAGEPAINTING FOR SUPERHERO CIRCUS & TROPICABANA - 48 HOURS

BARNES AND NOBLES FUNDRAISER - PERFORMANCE VISIT - 3 HOURSATTENDED SNOW WHITE SHOW PERFORMANCE - 3 HOURS ATTENDED

BREAKFAST CLUB SHOW PERFORMANCE - 3 HOURSATTENDED CHOIR CONCERT - 3 HOURSATTENDED CAPTAIN ENCORE - 3 HOURS

ATTENDED MIDSUMMER’S NIGHT DREAM - 3 HOURS

PHOTOS / ART WORK SUBMITTED TO ADMINISTRATION FOR MARKETING USE1 HOUR FOR EACH PIECE USED OR DISPLAYED - 10 PIECES - 10 HOURS

PLEASE SUBMIT WORKS TO EITHER MISS ASHLIN, MR. DEKANY, OR MRS. GRIFFIN,CLEARLY MARKED WITH YOUR NAME. WORKS MUST BE SUBMITTED AS A .JPG OR .PDF

AND MUST BE SAVED AT THE MINIMUM OF 300 DPI.

4 HOURS PREP TIME FOR THE SAN BERNARDINO ART SHOW

10 HOURS PREP TIME FOR THE WINTER ENCORE ART SHOW

10 HOURS PREP TIME FOR THE SPRING ENCORE ART ATTACK WEEK


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REQUIREMENT #7 - PARTICIPATION - An art student must participate in atleast two different events each year to fulfill this requirement. Some qualifying events includethe winter art show on campus, art show competitions like Cal State San Bernardino and the fair,spring art attack week. Participation must be directly relevant to the Conservatory.



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REQUIREMENT #7 - PARTICIPATION - An art student must participate in atleast two different events each year to fulfill this requirement. Some qualifying events includethe winter art show on campus, art show competitions like Cal State San Bernardino and the fair,spring art attack week.



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REQUIREMENT #8 - BIO,& RESUME - This section of the portfolio gives thestudent a chance to show off things about themselves that the rest of the portfolio may not show.The first part of the visual / technical arts portfolio proves that a student has participated in theprogram at Encore. The bio and resume portions give the student bragging rights about theiraccomplishments.

PART A - BIOThe student bio should include personalinformation about the artist. The bio isa one page sheet that can includea photo if desired. The followinginformation should be included: Name,Date of Birth, Highlights of talent, Contact info,and Hobbies. The purpose of this pageis to prepare the student to create a biofor industry.

PART B - RESUMEThe student resume should outline alltraining (on and off campus), all productions,roles, shows, and other relevant experiencethat would qualify the student to work as an experienced artist. Relevant experienceincludes only stuff that they have been involvedin after they reached high school age UNLESSthe experience is highly visible or notable.(For example: if you were a newspaper photographer.)

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VOCAL MUSICARTS CERTIFICATION

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VOCAL MUSIC ARTS CERTIFICATIONREQUIREMENTSStudents must complete at least 70 semester credits to earn arts certification upon graduation.Students earning a vocal music arts certification wear a cyan cord during graduation ceremonies.Students that transfer into Encore can use credits earned at other schools toward certification.Course syllabi must be submitted to the Director of the Arts for transfer approval.

To be considered for Vocal Music Arts certification, students must submit a completed portfolio to theDirector of the Arts (Miss -- Nasardeen) NO LATER THAN MAY 15th. Portfolios accepted after the15th may not be recognized or have the proper cord to wear at graduation.




Vocal Music Arts Portfolios must include:1. Official copy of transcripts reflecting the completion of 70 semester credits in vocal music.

2. Within the 70 semester credits in vocals, at least 30 semester credits must be in an audition choir.

3. At least 10 additional semester credits must be taken within the music department.

4. At least 10 additional semester credits must be taken within a separate performing artsdepartment.


6. Students must participate in at least three events (productions, recitals, competitions, shows, etc.)each year that they are enrolled in Encore.

7. Students must provide a bio, head shot, resume, and photos of them.

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VOCAL MUSIC ARTS CERTIFICATIONWORKSHEET


REQUIREMENT #2 - 30 SEMESTER CREDITS AUDITION CHOIR- It does not matter when the audition choir credits were taken at Encore. Qualifying courses arecourses listed as Madrigals, Show Choir, Ambassadors, Soloist.




REQUIREMENT #3 - 30 SEMESTER CREDITS CHOIR - It does notmatter when the choir credits were taken at Encore. Qualifying courses are courses listed as any levelchoir.




REQUIREMENT #4 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS MUSIC - It does notmatter when the credits were taken at Encore. Qualifying courses listed as any band, theory,Ambassadors, guitar, or piano class.


REQUIREMENT #5 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS PERFORMINGARTS - It does not matter when the credits were taken at Encore. Qualifying courses include anyclass in dance, drama, Ambassadors, or circus arts.


If you are using the Ambassador class to fulfill requirements, you may not duplicate credits.

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REQUIREMENT #6- 200 hours of lab each year of enrollment.Lab hours would be considered anything that is done in either after school classes, rehearsals, stagetech, summer hours, cleanup crew, box office, spotlight operation, audience member, or any othervocal production related time. Lab hour worksheets can be picked up in the front office. All hoursmust be signed off by the director, teacher, or producer that is in charge of that event.


AFTER SCHOOL REHEARSAL FOR HAPPILY EVER AFTER, TWICE PER WEEK FOR 2 HOURS,6 WEEKS - 12 HOURS

BLACKOUT REHEARSALS FOR HAPPILY EVER AFTER,8 REHEARSALS FOR 3 HOURS - 24 HOURS

6 HAPPILY EVER AFTER SHOWS - 18 HOURS


ATTENDED AIDA SHOW PERFORMANCE - 3 HOURSATTENDED BAND CONCERT - 3 HOURS

ATTENDED CAPTAIN ENCORE - 3 HOURSATTENDED SUPERHERO FACTORY - 3 HOURS

REGULAR REHEARSALS FOR HAIRSPRAY 16 REHEARSALS -3 HOURS PER DAY - 48 HOURSBLACKOUT FOR HAIRSPRAY -

3 HOURS PER DAY, 8 REHEARSALS - 24 HOURS4 HAIRSPRAY SHOWS - 13 HOURS1 PICKUP REHEARSAL - 3 HOURS

SPOTLIGHT TECH FOR MIDSUMMER’S NIGHT DREAM - 30 HOURSSPRING CHOIR CONCERT - 10 HOURS


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REQUIREMENT #7 - PARTICIPATION - A vocal music student must participatein three different events each year to fulfill this requirement. Some qualifying events includeproductions, competitions, pep assemblies, recitals, off campus performances, fashion shows, andorientations. Participation must be relevant to Vocal Music.



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REQUIREMENT #8 - PARTICIPATION - A vocal music student must participatein three different events each year to fulfill this requirement. Some qualifying events includeproductions, competitions, pep assemblies, recitals, off campus performances, fashion shows, andorientations.



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REQUIREMENT #9 - BIO, HEADSHOT, RESUME - This section of theportfolio gives the student a chance to show off things about themselves that the rest of the portfoliomay not show. The first part of the vocal portfolio proves that a student has participated in the vocalprogram at Encore. The bio, headshot, and resume portions give the student bragging rights abouttheir accomplishments.


PART B - DISCIPLINE PHOTOSAgain, these do not have to be professionally created. These photos can be 3 x 5 and should beformatted four photos to a page. These photos can be either black and white or color. These fourphotos should show four completely different looks.

PART C - BIOThe student bio should include personalinformation about the singer. The bio isa one page sheet that can include anadditional photo if desired. The followinginformation should be included: Name,Date of Birth, Height, Weight, Build(athletic, slender, etc.), Eye color,Hair color, Highlights of talent, Contact info,and Hobbies. The purpose of this pageis to prepare the student to create a biofor industry.

PART D - RESUMEThe student resume should outline alltraining (on and off campus), all productions,roles, shows, and other relevant experiencethat would qualify the student to work as anexperienced vocalist. Relevant experienceincludes only stuff that they have been involvedin after they reached high school age UNLESSthe experience is highly visible or notable.(For example: if you were a Radio Disney Kid)

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INSTRUMENTAL MUSICARTS CERTIFICATION

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INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC ARTS CERTIFICATIONREQUIREMENTS

Students must complete at least 70 semester credits to earn arts certification upon graduation.Students earning an instrumental music arts certification wear a yellow cord during graduationceremonies. Students that transfer into Encore can use credits earned at other schools towardcertification. Course syllabi must be submitted to the Director of the Arts for transfer approval.

To be considered for Instrumental Music Arts certification, students must submit a completedportfolio to the Director of the Arts NO LATER THAN MAY 15th. Portfolios accepted after the 15thmay not be recognized or have the proper cord to wear at graduation.




Instrumental Music Arts Portfolios must include:1. Official copy of transcripts reflecting the completion of 70 semester credits in instrumental music.

2. Within the 70 semester credits in music, at least 10 semester credits must be in a band class.

3. Within the 70 semester credits in music, at least 10 semester credits must be in music theory.

4. Students must participate in a minimum of two music based events per year.


6. Students must perform a senior solo at a qualifying event during their senior year.

7. Students must provide a bio, head shot, resume, and photos of them.

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REQUIREMENT #2 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS BAND - It does notmatter when the band credits were taken at Encore. Qualifying courses are courses listed as anyband, not including Ambassadors.


REQUIREMENT #3 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS MUSIC THEORY -It does not matter when the credits were taken at Encore. Qualifying courses are courses listed asany music theory or Ambassador class.


If you are using the Ambassador class to fulfill requirements, you may not duplicate credits.

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REQUIREMENT #5 - 200 hours of lab each year of enrollment.Lab hours would be considered anything that is done in either after school classes, rehearsals, stagetech, summer hours, cleanup crew, box office, spotlight operation, audience member, or any othermusic or production related time. Lab hour worksheets can be picked up in the front office. All hoursmust be signed off by the director, teacher, or producer that is in charge of that event.


AT HOME REHEARSAL TIME, 4 HOURS PER WEEK, 25 WEEKS - 100 HOURSSTUDENTS CAN HAVE A MAXIMUM OF 100 HOURS OF REHEARSAL TIME VERIFIED BY A

PARENT.




BAND CONCERT FALL - 4 HOURSBAND CONCERT SPRING - 4 HOURS

JAZZ FESTIVAL - 20 HOURSCHRISTMAS TOUR - 8 HOURS

HONOR BAND AUDITIONS - 8 HOURS

PERFORMED IN HAIRSPRAY - 50 HOURS

RECORDED FOR RADIO MUSIC. STUDENTS CAN RECORD THEIR OWN MUSIC FOR PLAY ONTHE PIRATE RADIO STATION. FOR EVERY PIECE THAT IS PUT INTO THE RADIO ROTATION,

STUDENTS WILL BE GIVEN 4 HOURS OF LAB TIME. 5 PIECES - 20 HOURS. BRINGRECORDINGS IN MP3 FORMAT ON THUMB DRIVE OR CD TO MR. DEKANY.

TOTAL SAMPLE LAB HOURS FOR THE YEAR - 232 HOURS

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REQUIREMENT #4 - PARTICIPATION - A music student must participate intwo different events each year to fulfill this requirement. Some qualifying events includeproductions, competitions, pep assemblies, recitals, off campus performances, fashion shows, andorientations. Participation must be relevant to conservatory.



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**If a Director /Producer/Instructor/ Teacher of a production is NOT available to sign off on your par-ticipation, a show program from the event listing you as a participant will suffice. Additionally, partici-pation must be relevant to your conservatory.

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REQUIREMENT #4 - PARTICIPATION - A music student must participate intwo different events each year to fulfill this requirement. Some qualifying events includeproductions, competitions, pep assemblies, recitals, off campus performances, fashion shows, andorientations.



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REQUIREMENT #5 - BIO, HEADSHOT, RESUME - This section of theportfolio gives the student a chance to show off things about themselves that the rest of the portfoliomay not show. The first part of the music portfolio proves that a student has participated in the musicprogram at Encore. The bio, headshot, and resume portions give the student bragging rights abouttheir accomplishments.


PART B - DISCIPLINE PHOTOSAgain, these do not have to be professionally created. These photos can be 3 x 5 and should beformatted four photos to a page. These photos can be either black and white or color. These fourphotos should show four completely different looks.

PART C - BIOThe student bio should include personalinformation about the musician. The bio isa one page sheet that can include anadditional photo if desired. The followinginformation should be included: Name,Date of Birth, Height, Weight, Build(athletic, slender, etc.), Eye color,Hair color, Highlights of talent, Contact info,and Hobbies. The purpose of this pageis to prepare the student to create a biofor industry.

PART D - RESUMEThe student resume should outline alltraining (on and off campus), all productions,roles, shows, and other relevant experiencethat would qualify the student to work as anexperienced musician. Relevant experienceincludes only stuff that they have been involvedin after they reached high school age UNLESSthe experience is highly visible or notable.(For example: if you were a Radio Disney Kid)

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CIRQUE ARTS CERTIFICATION

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CIRCUS ARTS CERTIFICATIONREQUIREMENTS

Students must complete at least 70 semester credits to earn arts certification upon graduation.Students earning a circus arts certification wear a purple cord during graduation ceremonies.Students that transfer into Encore can use credits earned at other schools toward certification.Course syllabi must be submitted to the Director of the Arts for transfer approval.

To be considered for Circus Arts certification, students must submit a completed portfolio to theDirector of the Arts NO LATER THAN MAY 15th. Portfolios accepted after the 15th may not berecognized or have the proper cord to wear at graduation.




Circus Arts Portfolios must include:1. Official copy of transcripts reflecting the completion of 70 semester credits in circus arts.

2. At least 10 additional semester credits must be taken within the dance or drama department.


4. Students must choreograph one group piece per year. THIS DOESN’T HAVE TO BE IN A SHOW.


6. Students must participate in at least two events (productions, recitals, competitions, festivals,shows, etc.) each year that they are enrolled in Encore.

7. Students must provide a bio, head shot, resume, and photos.

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CIRCUS ARTS CERTIFICATIONWORKSHEET

REQUIREMENT #1 - OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS - A student will be able toacquire an official copy of transcripts by making an appointment with their school counselor or therecords department. This transcript should be requested by May 1. Classes in progress will count ascompleted courses as long as the student is passing the class and is currently enrolled in the class.Courses that count toward the 70 semester credit requirement include ground arts, Ambassadors,Aerialist, Circus Arts, karate, gymnastics, and cheer.








REQUIREMENT #2 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS DANCE / DRAMA-Qualifying classes include any dance, drama, or Ambassador course.


REQUIREMENT #3 - 10 SEMESTER CREDITS MUSIC - Qualifyingcourses include any choir, band, piano, guitar, Ambassadors, or music theory class.


REQUIREMENT #4 - CHOREOGRAPHY - This requirement can be met bycreating an original group piece in a circus discipline of expertise. This piece does not have to be ina production, but should be juried by a class and instructor

If you are using the Ambassador class to fulfill requirements 1, 2 and 3 you may not duplicate creditsto cover requirements.

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REQUIREMENT #5 - 200 hours of lab each year of enrollment.

Lab hours would be considered anything that is done in either after school classes, rehearsals, stagetech, summer hours, cleanup crew, box office, spotlight operation, audience member, or any othercircus / production related time. Lab hour worksheets can be picked up in the front office. All hoursmust be signed off by the director, teacher, or producer that is in charge of that event.


HAPPILY EVER AFTER REHEARSALS 3 HOURS TWICE PER WEEK -6 WEEKS - 36 HOURS

BLACKOUT REHEARSALS 3 HOURS, 8 REHEARSALS - 24 HOURSHAPPILY EVER AFTER SHOWS, 8 SHOWS, 4 HOURS EACH - 32 HOURS




SATURDAY MASTER CLASS - 3 HOURS

REGULAR REHEARSALS FOR SUPERHERO FACTORY 16 REHEARSALS -3 HOURS PER DAY - 48 HOURS

BLACKOUT FOR SUPERHERO FACTORY -3 HOURS PER DAY, 8 REHEARSALS - 24 HOURS

4 SUPERHERO FACTORY - 12 HOURS1 PICKUP REHEARSAL - 3 HOURS


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REQUIREMENT #6 - PARTICIPATION - A circus arts student must participate intwo different events each year to fulfill this requirement. Some qualifying events includeproductions, competitions, pep assemblies, recitals, off campus performances, and festivals.Participation must be relevant to conservatory.



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REQUIREMENT #6 - PARTICIPATION - A circus arts student must participate intwo different events each year to fulfill this requirement. Some qualifying events includeproductions, competitions, pep assemblies, recitals, off campus performances, and festivals.



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REQUIREMENT #7 - BIO, HEADSHOT, RESUME - This section of theportfolio gives the student a chance to show off things about themselves that the rest of the portfoliomay not show. The first part of the portfolio proves that a student has participated in the circusprogram at Encore. The bio, headshot, and resume portions give the student bragging rights abouttheir accomplishments.


PART B - DISCIPLINE PHOTOSAgain, these do not have to be professionally created. These photos can be 3 x 5 and should beformatted four photos to a page. These photos can be either black and white or color. These photosshould include a variety of “looks” or apparatus that may be used for an artist’s resume.

PART C - BIOThe student bio should include personalinformation about the artist. The bio isa one page sheet that can include anadditional photo if desired. The followinginformation should be included: Name,Date of Birth, Height, Weight, Build(athletic, slender, etc.), Eye color,Hair color, Highlights of talent, Contact info,and Hobbies. The purpose of this pageis to prepare the student to create a biofor industry.

PART D - RESUMEThe student resume should outline alltraining (on and off campus), all productions,roles, shows, and other relevant experiencethat would qualify the student to work as anexperienced artist. Relevant experienceincludes only stuff that they have been involvedin after they reached high school age UNLESSthe experience is highly visible or notable.(For example: if you were a Radio Disney Kid)

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Documents

CONSERVATORY POLICIES - Encore Jr and Sr High …encorehighschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Arts-Certification.pdf · DANCE - Our dance program includes ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical