Waite MS Band and Orchestra

Learn more about the positive impact music can have on your child, then fill out a short interest form to get more information about our music program.
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The impact of music education on children is profound.

Music does more than just make sounds, it changes the way we think and act. The skills your child will learn in music will help them be successful on the stage, in the classroom, and for the rest of their lives.

Music
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of admissions officers of the nation's major universities say high school credit and achievement in the arts are significant considerations for admission.
points scored higher on the SAT for students involved in public school music programs according to the College Entrance Examination Board.
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Lewis Thomas, physician and biologist, found that music majors comprise the highest percentage of accepted medical students.
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of respondents (Gallup Poll), believe music is part of a well-rounded education and should be offered as part of the regular curriculum in schools.

What is Band?

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What is Orchestra?

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Message from the director:

Hi everyone! Welcome to Waite Middle School! I am so excited that you want to be a part of the music here at Waite! Since we cannot be together to try out instruments, we are going to use this website to help you make your decision. Please view the videos pertaining to your class to help you decide what instrument you want to play. After watching all of the instrument videos with your parents, be sure to play the Instrument Matching Tool and list your preferences. You do not need to fill out the bottom section about being interested in band or orchestra, instead fill out the Instrument Choice assignment on Schoology and turn it in to Schoology. Enjoy exploring the world of music! Sarah Yarbrough, Music Teacher, Waite MS

Students who participate in music have the lowest levels of current and lifelong use of alcohol, tobacco, and illicit drugs among any group in our society.

H. Con. Res 266 United States Senate, June 2000

Students taking courses in music performance and music appreciation scored higher in the SAT than students with no arts participation.

College Entrance Examination Board College-Bound Seniors National Report

Schools that have music programs have significantly higher graduation rates than those without music programs (90.2 percent compared to 72.9 percent).

U.S. Department of Education NELLS88 Database

Instrument Demonstrations

Parent Interviews

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Parent Interviews

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Student Interviews

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Instrument Matching Tool

Part of enjoying the band is being successful on your instrument. This isn't a test, and you can't fail. The Instrument Matching Tool will help match you with the right instrument! EVERYONE can be in music. At the end, you will be asked to list your instrument preferences in priority order. Click on the button to begin.

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Contact Information

Waite MS Band and Orchestra
Director: Sarah Yarbrough
Phone: (562) 210-4370
Email: syarbrough@nlmusd.k12.ca.us
Website: http://www.waitemiddle.org