In order to ensure participation from all members of the chapter, it is required that each member will have accumulated 125 participation points by the end of the school year. Point values are assigned to each project/event that members are able to participate in. Some events require all members to be present and/or participate. Others are optional. Required events are denoted below.
Points System:
MICCA – 25 points per shift (2 shifts are required)
Junior Districts Rehearsal – 25 points per shift (set up will also be 25 points)
CHCS Concerts – 30 points
CHCS Concert Set Up – 15 points
CHCS Instrument Rental Night – 20 points
JBMS Concerts – 30 points
JBMS Concert Set Up – 15 points
Assist with Belchertown Fair Band Booths/Tri-M Parking Lot – 20 points per shift
Rag Shag Parade – 20 points (mandatory for all members)
Tri-M Projects – 15 points per 45 minutes of help during a study or after school
Belchertown Youth Ensemble Rehearsals (Specific to Choir Tri-M Members) – 20 points
Members are expected to be present at these events (no point values are associated with attending):
Meetings
Induction Ceremonies
Members can consult with the President and Vice President if they are in need of points towards the end of the year.