Weekly lessons are required for all musician members. Concert Choir Mr. Ackles Concert Choir is open to all 7th and 8th grade students. Its focus is on the development and refinement of choral singing, and facilitating adolescent vocal growth. The choir membership consists of 140 students, and meets every other day, 9th period, to prepare for concerts for the school, parents, and community. Swing Choir Mr. Ackles Swing Choir is a group of more advanced singers interested in refining and expanding their singing skills.
Emphasis is placed on development of tone, intonation, balance, and style.
7th and 8th grade students are selected for the Swing Choir by audition. The choir meets once a week and performs for the school, parents, and community. The Drama Club generally performs two plays during the school year. Auditions are open for all 7th and 8th graders in good academic standing. Bookstore Managers Mr. Seymour 7th grade student of superior academic standing are approached at the beginning of their 8th grade year to participate in school service as a manager for the school book store.