Instrumental Music Department

Mr. Dan Dinsmore (301)412-3331

University Park Elementary, Hyattsville Elementary,

Thomas Stone Elementary

 Parent Meeting

Dear Parent,

 You are cordially invited to attend a meeting on August 29, 2005 at 7:45PM at University Park Elementary or August 30, 2005 at 7:00PM at Thomas Stone Elementary or September 1, 2005 at 7 PM at Hyattsville Elementary (directions below) to discuss the opportunities available through the instrumental music program. These meetings are identical, please attend only one.

 The meeting will include the following topics:

-         Purpose and highlights of the instrumental music program

-         Benefits of playing a musical instrument for your child

-         Assessment and grading policies

-         Performance information

-         Instrument rental information (highly recommended)

-         Books/Accessories/Maintenance

-         Learning and practice guidelines

 There will be a display of the instruments being taught. If you already own an instrument for your child’s use, please bring the instrument to the meeting. Please do not purchase any materials until you receive a confirmation from the instrumental music teacher.

 If you would like your child to take instrumental music lessons at school, it is important that you attend this meeting so that your questions may be answered. Although attendance is not required, it is highly encouraged. I am looking forward to meeting you.  

Sincerely,                                                                                                                                                     

Mr. Dan Dinsmore

Directions to University Park Elementary

Take Route 1/Baltimore Ave to Underwood Street in University Park

If traveling northbound turn left, southbound traffic turn right

Go straight to the second stop sign, school is on the left at corner of Queens Chapel

Directions to Hyattsville Elementary

Take Route 1/Baltimore Ave to Jefferson Street in Hyattsville

If traveling northbound turn left, southbound traffic turn right

Turn left onto 43rd Avenue

School is on your left

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