Art Education
The development of an appreciation of art within our students is a fundamental part of the curriculum at West Portal Lutheran School.
Our school utilizes the Arts ATTACK curriculum. Arts ATTACK is a developmental, sequential visual arts curriculum for Grades K-8. The program is designed to educate students on basic art elements and principles as well as art history and art appreciation.
In addition to our classroom curriculum, students have the opportunity to join an afternoon art class. This class holds an annual school-wide art show to display their artistic ability.
Musical Opportunities
Music is one of the greatest joys in the world! By participating in the music ministry at West Portal Lutheran School, the students have the opportunity to experience the joy of music and the joy of service. The mission of the Music Ministry at West Portal Lutheran Church and School is to Enhance the worship experiences of the Church and School, to Engage the congregation in worship, and to support Evangelism and Education ministries in the Church, School, and community.
Our Music Ministry seeks to:
- Teach the stories of our faith
- Teach self discipline and teamwork
- Provide opportunities for service
- Develop an understanding of reverence for God and what it means to worship together as a community of faith.
The following choirs are open for enrollment and participation in Worship and School Programs during the school year.
Choirs
- The Lambs Choir –a singing choir for all children in the 2nd and 3rd grades.
- Jubilation Choir – A vocal choir in the 4th through 8th grade.
Orchestra
- School Orchestra – for all children and youth grades 4-8.
Hand Bells and Chimes
- Joy Chimes- a beginning chime choir for children in the 3rd grade.
- Genesis Ringers – a beginning handbell choir for children beginning in the 4th grade.
- Luther Ringers – a beginning- intermediate handbell choir for children starting in the 4th grade.
- Alleluia Ringers - a beginning- intermediate handbell choir for children starting in the 4th grade.
- Carillon Ringers- an intermediate handbell choir. This ensemble attends the Lutheran Handbell Festival each spring at Concordia University – Irvine, CA.
- Revelation Ringers – an advanced handbell choir. This ensemble attends the Lutheran Handbell Festival each Spring at Concordia University – Irvine, CA.
Music Enrollment Form
If you have questions, please call me at the Church Office (415)-661-0242 x224.
Or email the registration to jwkerr@westportallutheran.org
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Please return this portion to the School Office: Attention Kantor Kerr
(NOTE: The Grade requested is the student’s grade beginning in Fall 2011)
Lambs Choir Grades 2 & 3 – Tuesday 3:30- 4:00 p.m.
Student ___________________________
Joy Chimes Grade 3 - Monday 3:15-3:45 p.m.
Please note that we have a limited enrollment of 24 students. Any students wishing to join after the first 24 will be placed on a waiting list.
Student ______________________
Orchestra Grades 4 - 8 - Rehearsal Last Period on Friday 2:20-3:15p.m.
(NOTE: All Orchestra members MUST have at least 1 year of private lessons before joining. ONLY a limited number of piano students can be accepted.)
Student __________________________ Grade ____
Instrument ____________
Jubilation Singers Grades 4 - 8 Rehearsal - Tuesday 7:45 a.m. -8:15 a.m.
Student ___________________________ Grade ____
Genesis Ringers (Handbells) Grade 4 - Rehearsal - Tuesday 3:30 - 4:10 p.m.
Student ____________________________ Grade ____
Alleluia Ringers (Handbells) Grade 5 – Rehearsal Thursday 3:30 -4:10 p.m.
Student ____________________________ Grade _____
Luther Ringers (Handbells) Grade 6 – Rehearsal Wednesday 3:30 -4:10 p.m.
Student ____________________________ Grade _____
Carillon Ringers (Handbells) Grade 7 – Rehearsal Wednesday 7:45 - 8:15 a.m.
Student ____________________________ Grade _____
Revelation Ringers (Handbells) Grade 8 – Rehearsal Friday 7:45 – 8:15 a.m.
Student ____________________________ Grade _____
Dear Parents and Students,
As the 2010 - 2011 ends and summer break begins we are planning for the new 2011 - 2012 School year. On the back side of this letter is a registration form for the new school year. Please take a few moments to fill out the form and return it to the School Office so that we can plan for the Fall semester and be prepared for the first week of school.
We have had a wonderful year in the Music Program and we are looking forward to an even greater year beginning is September.
Please be aware that all Handbell choirs and Joy Chimes do have a limited enrollment.
You may also register by simply emailing me at jwkerr@westportallutheran.org.
If you have any questions please call me at 415-661-0242x224.
Have a wonderful summer and I look forwraad to seeing you and the children in September.
Blessings and peace.
Sincerely,
Kantor J. Wayne Kerr
Pastoral Deacon
