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Horseshoe Trails Elementary School Musical 2026-2027 Fall Production Welcome to the HTES Musical! I am so excited to bring musical theatre to Horseshoe Trails this year! Whether your child has been on stage before or is trying theatre for the very first time, this is an amazing opportunity to build confidence, make new friends, and experience the excitement of putting on a full musical together. The HTES Musical is open to all 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students. Every student who joins will be part of the cast! While not every student will receive a lead role, every performer plays an important part in making our production come to life. Throughout the semester, students will learn acting, singing, movement, stage presence, and teamwork while creating something they can be proud of. My hope is that every student leaves feeling more confident, more creative, and excited to perform. Please Note: Students who would like to be considered for a speaking or featured role must also be enrolled in the HTES Choir. Rehearsal Information Who: 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Students When: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 8:00-8:45 AM Student Arrival: Beginning at 7:45 AM First Rehearsal: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 Important Dates Mandatory Dress Rehearsals Tuesday, December 8 8:00-8:45 AM AND after school, 3:30-5:00 PM Thursday, December 10 8:00-8:45 AM AND after school, 3:30-5:00 PM Performance Friday, December 11, 2026 Student Call Time: 4:00 PM Performance: 6:30 PM Additional information regarding costumes, performance attire, and arrival procedures will be shared throughout the semester. Musical Expectations Putting on a musical is truly a team effort! To help our cast have a successful and enjoyable experience, students are expected to: •Attend rehearsals consistently. Every rehearsal is important because we’re constantly learning new music, choreography, and scenes. If your child will be absent, please let me know as soon as possible. We ask that students miss no more than three rehearsals whenever possible. •Arrive on time and ready to participate. Students may begin arriving at 7:55 AM, and rehearsal begins promptly at 8:00 AM. •Come ready to learn, encourage others, try new things, and give their best effort every rehearsal. •Practice songs, lines, choreography, or other assigned material at home when needed. •Follow all school and classroom expectations while showing kindness and respect to fellow cast members, costumes, props, and our rehearsal space. •Attend all required dress rehearsals and the performance, as these are an important part of being in the production. •Wear any required costume pieces or attire that will be communicated later in the semester. •For the safety and focus of rehearsals, siblings who are not enrolled in the musical may not attend rehearsals. I truly believe every child has something special to bring to the stage, and I can’t wait to watch our students grow in confidence and creativity throughout this experience. Thank you for supporting your child and helping make this an unforgettable production. It’s going to be an incredible semester, and I’m so excited to see our Stallions shine on stage!

Horseshoe Trails Elementary Ukulele & Guitar Club 2026-2027 Fall Semester Welcome to the HTES Ukulele & Guitar Club! If your child has ever wanted to learn an instrument, this is the perfect place to start! Whether they’re picking up a ukulele or guitar for the very first time or already have some experience, this club is designed to help students build confidence while having fun making music together. The Ukulele & Guitar Club is open to all 3rd-5th grade students. Throughout our 10-week session, students will learn the fundamentals of both instruments, including proper playing technique, basic chords, rhythm, strumming patterns, and beginning music-reading skills. We’ll spend the first five sessions learning ukulele, followed by five sessions learning guitar, giving students the opportunity to experience both instruments and discover which one they enjoy most. Club Information Who: 3rd-5th Grade Students When: Fridays Time: 8:00-8:45 AM Student Arrival: Beginning at 7:55 AM Club Dates: Begins: Friday, September 11, 2026 Ends: Friday, November 20, 2026 No Club: Friday, October 9 (Fall Break) Club Expectations My goal is for this club to be a fun, encouraging place where students feel comfortable trying something new! To help everyone have a great experience, students are expected to: •Attend club meetings regularly, as each lesson builds on the previous one. •Arrive on time and ready to learn. Students may begin arriving at 7:55 AM, and club begins promptly at 8:00 AM. •Handle all instruments with care and respect. •Participate with a positive attitude, encourage fellow musicians, and give their best effort each week. •Follow all school and classroom expectations while creating a safe, respectful learning environment. •Practice at home when possible to continue building their skills between sessions. •For the safety and focus of the club, siblings who are not enrolled may not attend meetings. Instruments will be provided for all students during club meetings. Students are welcome to bring their own ukulele or guitar if they prefer, but it is not required. I can’t wait to introduce our Stallions to the joy of playing ukulele and guitar! Whether students discover a new hobby or a lifelong passion for music, I hope they leave each week feeling proud of what they’ve learned and excited to keep making music.