Mrs. Kelly R. Evans, Music
Notes For Parents
Mrs. Evans’ Top 10 Summer Musical Ideas for your child(ren)
1. Attend a music/arts camp
2. Take music lessons
3. Go to a concert or musical
4. Practice playing an instrument
5. Visit your local music store
6. Compose/Write an original song
7. Play a musical game, such as Guitar Hero, Rock Band
or Sing It
8. Play musical games on this page at “Websites
for Kids”
9. Play traditional music games, such as hand-clapping
games
10. Listen to good positive music, sing and enjoy music!
Goals for the Year
General Music: (Grades 1-5)
Delaware Music Content Standards for Grades K - 12
http://www.doe.k12.de.us/infosuites/staff/ci/content_areas/files/vpa/MusicGLEPLE092007.pdf
About the Teacher
Our Music Teacher and Choral Director
Mrs. Kelly K. Rawley Evans, native of Newark, Delaware is currently the Music Teacher and Choral Director at Family Foundations Academy Charter School in New Castle, Delaware, where she has been teaching for three years (Spanish teacher in '07-'08). She has also served as the school picture taker and yearbook editor and continues to help coordinate special programs and events, such as the winter and spring concerts, the DSTP rally and the school-wide talent show for students, parents and staff enjoyment.
As a certified music educator for K-12, Mrs. Evans has over 10 years of teaching experience and has taught elementary chorus, general music and orchestra in both North Carolina and Delaware. She has also conducted music workshops for high school students and gospel music workshops for youth and adults and served as piano accompanist for many schools, churches and choral festivals.
Since the age of 7, Mrs. Evans has played the piano. She participated in the Delaware All-State Chorus and in elementary, middle and high school choruses. Mrs. Evans holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education with a concentration in piano and concert choir from Fayetteville State University (FSU) in Fayetteville, North Carolina and is pursuing a Masters degree in Music Education.
Mrs. Evans is a private piano and vocal instructor and a published songwriter and arranger and has composed songs for choirs and groups in Delaware, Virginia and North Carolina. She co-produced husband, Joe Evans’ Motivational Speaking CD, “If You Believe, You Can Achieve.” Mrs. Evans currently serves as the Musical Director for the Covington Ensemble, H.T. Harmon Youth Choir and Women’s Choir of Simpson United Methodist Church in Wilmington, DE.
Mrs. Evans is married to Joe Evans, President of Tutoring Works Plus, Inc. and is the proud mother of three beautiful children, Bria, 10 years, Tobais, 7 years and Trinity, 4 years old.
Photo Galleries
Contact the Teacher
Communication is the key to a great parent-teacher-student relationship!
Feel free to contact me:
(302) 324-8901 Ext. 237
Or just stop by the music room - C138
If you took any pictures of our events at FFA from April to August 2010, please e-mail them to me. We would love to include your pictures in our 2010-2011 yearbook!
For all of your tutoring needs: www.tutoringworksplus.com
Specials Schedule
2010-2011 Specials Schedule
Upcoming Tests, Quizzes and Projects
Bria Evans to sing National Anthem at celebrity softball game
Bria Evans, daughter of Mrs. Evans, auditioned for Duffy's H.O.P.E and was selected to sing the National Anthem at this year's 8th Annual Celebrity Softball Game, which will take place on August 7th at Frawley's stadium in Wilmington, DE.
Congratulations, Bria! We are proud of you...keep up the great work!
For more information about the event, visit: www.duffyshopeinc.org
Class News
FFA Students attend Musical at Cab Calloway
Mrs. Evans and some of the FFA students attended the musical, "Into the Woods," at Cab Calloway School of the Arts. The musical production featured Tatiana Lofton, a rising twelth grade student, as the "Witch." Tatiana is also Miss Delaware Teen Idol 2009. Pictured from left to right are: Mikaela Whitaker, Reney Waters, Tatiana Lofton, Sehleah Moise, Lehleah Moise and Alethia Hicks.
Featured Videos of the Week
5 Ss Jingle Contest & Talent Show Part I: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4rc1vCiQV68
5 Ss Jingle Contest & Talent Show Part II: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEheklj7pw8
5 Ss Jingle Contest & Talent Show Part III: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtW0SLEOPXU
Keep watching - more videos from Spring Concert 2010 & Music Class Talent Shows 2010 will be added
Yearbooks on sale
Only 39 yearbooks left!
Don't be left without one!
Memories are priceless! Purchase your 2008-2010 school yearbook today. Yearbooks are $25 and may be purchased in the front office. Make checks payable to Family Foundations Academy.
Links
Websites for Kids
Performers
Games (Symphony-Based)
Games/Theory/History/Listening
www.marthabeesmusic.com/sitesforkids
Websites for Parents
www.doe.k12.de.us (DE Department of Education)
www.ccacde.org (Christina Cultural Arts Center)
www.musicarts.com (Music & Arts Center)
www.accentmusic.com (Accent Music)
Classroom Rules and Expectations
Music Rules and Expectations
#1 - Be a good listener
Follow directions the first time they are given.
#2 – Be prepared
Enter quietly having all necessary materials and assignments.
#3 – Be respectful
Respect the people, equipment and furnishings of the music room.
#4 – Be focused
Always do your best and focus on the lesson.
#5 – Be an outstanding student
Follow all school rules.
Consequences
IF YOU CHOOSE to BREAK a MUSIC RULE
First Time: Teacher will give the student a warning
Second Time: Teacher will move the student’s seat within the group and have a teacher/student conference. Student will sign the behavior book and/or complete a “Think Sheet.”
Third Time: Teacher will move the student’s seat away from the group to the independent desk. Student will sign the behavior book and/or complete a “Think Sheet.” Parent will be contacted.
Fourth Time: Teacher will send student to the Dean’s office
and student will receive a written referral.
Major offenses (i.e. fighting, inappropriate language, disrespecting the teacher) will result in an immediate dismissal to the Dean’s office.
Rewards
Weekly: Praise, Good Grades and the Joy of Learning
Random: Stickers, Music Tickets, Treats, Music Certificates given
Marking Period: Music Movie Day or Music Game Day
Throughout the Year: Playing Instruments, Performances, Field Trip or Activity, etc.
Homework
Please complete the following two surveys:
Homework Assignment #1 - Spring Concert 2010 and Jingle Contest & Talent Show Survey
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/N9GZN7X
Homework Assignment #2 - Music Program Survey
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NRZXP8Z
Homework Assignment #3 - check out "Websites for Kids" (above)