Band, Choir, Show Choir
St. Louis Competition Trip 2017
MJCA Student Behavior Contract
We desire for you to have a fun and memorable trip, so we have established some guidelines to insure that
takes place.
1) In order to participate in the Competition trip, all participating students……
 Must be enrolled in choir, show choir or band for the entire 2016-2017 school year
 Must have a grade of a “C” or higher in all classes* for all three quarters prior to the trip
 Must demonstrate exemplary behavior—They may not receive more than one detention per
quarter and no suspensions.
 If for any reason this criteria is not met, the student will not be allowed to participate
in the competition trip and no refund will be given
2) Your behavior will reflect the name of the school. Since many have worked very hard to establish
a positive reputation, any behavior that would be deemed negative will be dealt with severely.
3) We are adamant in stating that any defiance to the adult chaperones will result in serious
consequences. Major violations may result in expulsion.
4) All school policies for dress and behavior, as stated in the student handbook, will be observed.
These include, but are not limited to, guidelines regarding tobacco, alcohol, chemical substances
(legal or illegal), shoplifting and promiscuity.
5) Under no circumstances should a male be in a female’s room and vice versa, unless an adult
chaperone is present and the door remains open.
6) You will be accountable for your presence at all times. Do not wander off or leave the group
without a chaperone. High school students must remain in groups of 4.
7) Another aspect of behavior includes your treatment of fellow classmates and those with whom
you come into contact. Degrading language or actions toward others will not be tolerated.
Please understand that we don’t expect anyone to behave inappropriately. However, this is a
necessary measure for preventing any unwanted activity. Please read over these requirements, and the
attached Rules and Conduct for Dress, refer to the Student Handbook for violations and sign below if
you are willing to adhere to these requirements. Along with your signature, a parent or guardian
signature must accompany this form. * Mrs. Davis & Miss Overstreet may decide in matters
regarding grades determining participation.
We look forward to a positive and memorable experience.
Student signature:
Parent/ Guardian signature:
Date:
Band, Choirs, Show Choir
St. Louis Competition Trip 2017
MJCA Rules for Conduct and Dress
We will conduct ourselves as representatives of MJCA and ambassadors of Christ. We will always use
appropriate language and will dress appropriately. We will hold ourselves to the highest standard of
behavior.
1) While on the bus, boys will sit with boys and girls will sit with girls. All choir & band students will
ride the bus with Miss Overstreet and Mrs. Davis.
2) Under no circumstances should a male be in a female’s room and vice versa, unless an adult chaperone
is present and the door remains open.
3) There will be a curfew for students each night. Curfew means everyone in the room, in bed and lights
out. The times will be set according to the activities scheduled for each day and will be clearly
communicated to students and chaperones. We can’t be at our best for performance if we aren’t
adequately rested.
4) When sightseeing or during “down time” in the parks, students will have assigned groups. All high
school students must remain in groups of at least 4 students and check in regularly with adult chaperones.
ALL middle school students must remain with an adult chaperone at all times. You are not to leave your
group for any reason. You will not change groups unless approved by Miss Overstreet or Mrs. Davis.
5) Casual Dress Guidelines: You may wear casual clothing for rehearsal and fun time. These clothes
must be modest (no bare stomachs, sides or backs, no underwear showing above the waistline and nothing
skintight). They must be in good repair (no holes or frays).
 Shirts must be short sleeve or long sleeve. No tank tops, tube tops or spaghetti straps.
 Shorts must be consistent with MJCA dress code (must be longer than student’s fingertip while
standing).
 Swimwear for females must be a one-piece or completely cover the stomach. No exceptions.
6) Performance Dress Guidelines: For performances all choir and band members must wear the standard
MJCA Performance attire. Hair should be neat and out of face. No jewelry for guys, girls may wear
necklace and stud earrings.
 All students are to wear the Fine Arts t-shirt Saturday to the park.
7) Miss Overstreet and Mrs. Davis are the final authority in all matters pertaining to conduct and dress. If
you are unsure of the appropriateness of clothing or any other issues, ask Miss Overstreet or Mrs. Davis
ahead of time. If clothing is deemed inappropriate, the student must change. If conduct is inappropriate,
consequences will be rendered and, if necessary, the student will be sent home immediately.
* All students and parents/guardians must read and sign the attached Student Behavior Contract, which states that
the rules and consequences have been made know and are understood and agreed to be students and parents.