Melanie Butcher Melanie Butcher

3 Easy Ideas for Valentine’s Day Fun in the Choir Classroom❤️

Get ready to infuse Valentine's Day spirit into your choir classroom with these three easy ideas! From expressing a love for singing to spreading kindness with the "3 Nice Things" activity, these simple yet effective ideas will add a touch of celebration to your choir program. Don't forget the entertaining "Fast Talker - Valentine's Day Edition" game, a perfect brain break for the last minutes of class. Show your students some love and create an exciting atmosphere for singing this Valentine's Day! 🎶💖

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Melanie Butcher Melanie Butcher

3 Days of Choir Sub Plans for the Non-Music Substitute 🤧🎶

Ever been faced the dilemma of being sick but torn between soldiering through or writing meticulous sub plans? The struggle is real, especially if it is difficult to find subs. Melanie, with over 20 years in the classroom, shares her Choir Sub Plans tailored for the non-music substitute teacher. Divided into 3 days, these plans engage students creatively during your absence, offering activities like planning virtual choir tours and designing a new musical. Remember, keeping the music alive doesn't always need your physical presence. Embrace these imaginative sub plans for a joyful return to your choir room. 🎶

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Melanie Butcher Melanie Butcher

🎶First Year Choir Teachers: Tips for Effective Communication📱

As a first-year middle or high school choir teacher, effective communication with parents is crucial for a successful choir program. Learn valuable tips, including using a comprehensive choir handbook 📚, incorporating technology and apps 📱, sending choir newsletters 📧, involving parents 👪, and managing challenging parent emails 📬. Discover how building positive relationships through regular communication enhances parent support and fosters a love of music in your choir students. 🎵

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