NEW UPDATE:
In-Person Conservatory classes concluded, virtual experiences available
- Per Mayor Lightfoot’s extension of CPS’s closure until April 20, we have made the difficult decision to officially conclude Conservatory classes for the 2019/20 school year.
- While in-person classes have been concluded, Merit’s Conservatory faculty are still finding ways to connect with students virtually! Please see below for a schedule of virtual check-ins available to students.
Symphonic Band Morning Power Hour via Zoom -
ALL CONSERVATORY STUDENTS WELCOME!
Wind Symphony Zoom Meeting
Piano Department Zoom Meet-Up
- Saturday, March 28 from 10:55-11:55am
- Check your email for the Zoom link from Ms. Elena
Perfect Cadence Zoom Meeting
Voices of Merit Zoom Meeting
String Orchestra Zoom Meeting
Merit Guitar Ensemble Zoom Meeting
Jazz Forum Zoom Meeting
Merit Philharmonic Zoom Meeting
Theory Classes and Final Exams:
For those students enrolled in Theory 1, 2, or 3, final exams will be sent out to be completed virtually on April 25
. In preparation for this test,
final exam prep classes will be hosted virtually via Zoom every Saturday beginning on April 4.
You are welcome to join whichever class best fits your schedule. Check next week's newsletter for schedule and Zoom links!
Spring Concerts Cancelled
Due to restrictions from our state and local governments,
Conservatory Spring Concerts are cancelled
.
2020/2021 Audition Sign-ups Available Online
Leadership Institute: Personal Finance and Budgeting
Virtual by appointment
- We encourage you to take advantage of this resource while stuck at home! Reach out to Meredith Richard at marichard@meritmusic.org if you would like to setup a virtual appointment.
Senior Graduation Survey & RSVP Deadline
Deadline extended to April 1
- We still want to hear from you! Seniors have received an email with a survey and RSVP for Graduation. If you are not receiving graduation related emails, please contact Amy Bischoff at abischoff@meritmusic.org
Adelson Scholarship Applications Deadline
Deadline extended to April 1
- We are still giving out this scholarship! Seniors have received an email with details about the Adelson scholarship opportunity. If you are not receiving graduation related emails, please contact Amy Bischoff at abischoff@meritmusic.org
Graduation
Postponed
- We are so sorry, but Graduation must be postponed for the time being. Merit is absolutely looking to reschedule this event later this spring or summer. Once we know more about the long-term trajectory of COVID-19, seniors will receive more information. If you are not receiving graduation communications, please contact Amy Bischoff at abischoff@meritmusic.org