Summer Music School 2023
Welcome!
Hello & Welcome Summer Music Students and Families!
We're sending this information for the 2nd time as a reminder that Summer Music begins tomorrow, Wednesday, 6/28/2023!
We received your registration for Summer Music School. Thank you! Watch for this newsletter to get weekly updates, details about the 4th of July, camp photos, and more. Here is some information to get you ready:
This year we are located at:
- The first day is Wednesday, June 28th, from 8 am. to 12:00 pm. The last day of camp is July 14th. No school on July 4th - instead you'll march in the Edmonds parade!
- You will receive your electives schedule on the first day. There will be many camp counselors on hand to guide you. They'll show you where to store your instrument and then gather in the cafeteria (aka the HUB) where the schedules will be distributed.
- If your registration was received on June 16th or later you may not be medically cleared yet. Please check with the nurse on the first day before going to class.
- Bring your principal instrument every day unless it's not easily transportable - like a piano or drum set. (those will be provided).
- NEW!! Lunch will be provided!
- The end-of-camp concert will be on July 13th in the MTHS gym at 7pm
- Electives concerts and BBQ lunch on the last day, July 14th. Details TBD.
Please report all absences to:
Jennifer Schillen
425-431-5057
Cell 425-239-7989
Daily Schedule Sample
8:00-8:50 Choir/All Camp
8:55-9:40 1st Exploratory Elective
9:45- 10:30 2nd Exploratory Elective
10:35-10:45 *Morning Break
10:50-12:00 Orchestra, Band, or Select Choir
*Lunch will be provided
Meet some of the Staff
Ms. Schillen
Ms. Reese
Mr. Bergevin
Stay tuned for more staff pics.....
Frequently Asked Questions
A - Sorry, transportation is not provided.
Q - Do I have to bring my instrument every day?
A - Yes, unless it is not easily transportable, like a piano or drum set. Please label your instrument and case to avoid mix-ups.
Q - What about instruments for the electives classes?
A - Instruments for your elective classes will be provided.
Q - How do I report an absence?
A- Please report absences to Jennifer Schillen at schillenj@edmonds.wednet.edu or call her at 425-431-5057.
Q - My child is really nervous about going to SMS. What should I do?
A - Hang in there! All the students are nervous the first few days and feel insecure about their abilities. Then they realize that everyone is there to learn something new, and that summer music is FUN! Reach out to one of our amazing staff for some reassurance.
Q - Will SMS march in the 4th of July Parade?
A - Yes! Details to come.
Q - When and where are the concerts?
A - The evening concert is on Thursday, July 13th, at 7 pm in the Mountlake Terrace High School Gym. On the last day, July 14th, there will be electives concerts throughout the day. Schedule TBD.