Frequently Asked Questions

1.  Emerald High Related Questions? See Mrs. Velez's FAQ document:
   https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IusEP7zY4RbUhiC5t2-aN4GZ5y56osoe456uuLNlmmg/edit?usp=sharing

2. Are there leadership opportunities for music students?
   Yes, for band and orchestra there will be in-class section leader and executive leadership positions. Outside of class, there will be club officer positions.

2. I play piano. Is there a specific class I should join?
   Yes, the jazz ensemble is the only class that has a dedicated piano spot. A piano player could essentially join any band or orchestra class but the need would vary from piece to class. Mr. Tran highly encourages piano players to double on another instrument. The most common would be percussion, but any instrument works. Please refer to the audition document for the piano audition. 

3. In 2024-2025 and beyond, will Cottonwood Creek School and Fallon Middle School 8th grade students get the option to choose between Dublin High and Emerald High? Will Wells students get to choose?
   DUSD has a boundary that projects that CCS and FMS 8th grade students are geared to go to EHS and Wells students go to DHS. Families may choose to submit an intra-district transfer form if they wish to have their student moved between EHS to DHS.
   Please note that approval depends on available space. Please visit this site for more details.

4. Can I still do sports, clubs, activities, and music?
   Yes! Scheduling is a major part of the student's responsibility and planning is key. Please note that music classes are graded and absences will result in lower participation points. Students should consider activities that don't conflict with each other.

5. Why should I do music in high school?
   It's fun and you have opportunities you may not get in your other classes. Click here to see what college admissions offices have to say about music in high school!

6. How can I do music in high school if I want to take a language or another elective?
   There is always ways to fit music into your schedule. If you are an incoming 9th grader, you can click here to see sample schedules.

7. Do I have to take zero period?
   NO! But it is a great way to add another class to your schedule and you get to avoid traffic!

8. What if I 'm in 7th period band but I only wanted 6 periods?
   You should contact Mr. Tran immediately and a schedule can be worked out. 

9. What if there are conflicts?
   Band/orchestra would be a class, so there should not be any conflicts with your classes. For students in 7th period, there may be conflicts with sports activities. If you think there are conflicts with after school events, then that will depend on the activity. All rehearsals/performances are mandatory.

10. If I am a parent/guardian, what can I do to support the music department?
    There are many ways to get involved! Please email  Mr. Tran so he can contact you! If you play on being an in person volunteer, contact Mr. Tran and please visit this site to be cleared.

11. I want to do band but do not want to participate in marching band. Can I skip marching band?

You would need to enroll in band 1 to participate in band but not marching band. Band 2 and band 3 requires marching band.

Still have a question? Email Mr. Tran!

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