Music

Music in Boulder Valley School District allows students to develop creativity, critical thinking skills, and a means of self-expression beyond words. The four standards include: expression of music, creation of music, theory or elements of music, and response to music. In music classes,

Students have opportunities to create, perform, and respond to music.
Learning experiences include the musical traditions of a variety of cultures and contexts.
Teacher feedback and opportunities for self-assessment help students refine their musical practice.

At Monarch PK8 we have several courses and extracurriculars involving different forms of music.

In The Classroom
Extracurriculars

In The Classroom

Elementary students will take 1 week of music class every 3 weeks. They rotate weekly with art and PE.
5th grade students begin instrumental music 2x week. They may choose between band and orchestra.
6th grade students choose between band, orchestra, and choir. This class will rotate daily with PE.
7th and 8th grade students may choose band, choir, or orchestra as an elective class.