Ms. Parks

Hello Artists! My name is Ms. Parks and I'll be your K-8 Art Teacher. I'm so excited to learn more about all of you this year!

I am originally from San Francisco, but I've lived in Anthem since last year. My house is filled with my 3 cats, 2 dogs, and 1 foster dog! Other than art, I love to read, go kickboxing, play games, and watch new shows/movies.

I graduated with my Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from California College of the Arts; my academic focus was Visual Development for Animation (character design, storyboard art, concept art, etc). Through my art knowledge, love of animation, and eagerness to make a difference in the classroom, I'm eager for my students to learn from me!

Reach out to me if you have any questions. I'm excited to meet you all! (scroll down to see more about me)

Ms. Parks

Phone: 623-445-7400 (ext 57438)

Email: robin.parks@dvusd.org

Degrees and Certifications:

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration
Focus in Visual Development for Animation

 

ART K-6 Syllabus

 

ART 7/8 Syllabus

 

Email: rachael.stanford@dvusd.org

Degrees and Certifications:

B.A. Music EducationB.S. Saxophone Performance

Mrs. Rachael Stanford

Hello! I'm Mrs. Stanford. I am the Band teacher at Gavilan Peak School. This is my thirteenth year teaching music, and I absolutely love it! 
I graduated from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelors in Music Education and Saxophone Performance. I grew up in Flagstaff, Arizona. I am married to Jordan Stanford, who loves music as much as I do!  We have one son, Emerson, he is 5 years old and our daughter Sophia who will be 2 in October!

Daily Schedule and Events

5th Grade Band Concerts:

12/5/24 Luminaria Night (band and choir performances)5-8th bands

5/14/25 5-8th 5th through 8th grade Gavilan Peak Bands 5:30pm 

 

6th Grade Concerts:

10/23/24    6th, 7th and 8th Band Concert 5:30pm

12/5/24 Luminaria Night (band and choir performances)5-8th bands

3/05/25 Gavilan Peak Bands concert, 6th 7th and 8th grade (feeder with New River as well) 6:30pm (Choir will be earlier same day)

5/14/25 5-8th 5th through 8th grade Gavilan Peak Bands 5:30pm 

 

7th and 8th Grade Concerts/some are during the day:

9/13/24 BCHS Marching Band Feeder Night 7th and 8th grade 

10/23/24    6th, 7th and 8th Band Concert 5:30pm

11/14/24  DVUSD Pre Assessment at BCHS (during school day ⅞ band)

12/5/24 Luminaria Night (band and choir performances)5-8th bands

2/26/25 BCHS Concert Band Feeder Concert (perform at BCHS auditorium with other feeder schools) 7/8

3/05/25 Gavilan Peak Bands concert, 6th 7th and 8th grade (feeder with New River as well) 6:30pm (Choir will be earlier same day)

3/26/25 DVUSD Post Assessment at BCHS (during the day ⅞ band)

5/14/25 5-8th 5th through 8th grade Gavilan Peak Bands 5:30pm 

5/21/25 8th grade promotion at Boulder Creek (last week of school) 7th grade band, time TBA

 

6/7/8 Band Events other than concerts:

2/12/25 Honor Band (students are nominated around the district and selected for an honored performance after a day of practice together)6/7/8

3/1/25 All State Band (students audition to attend on their own) 6/7/8

Music Stores

Allegro Music

8385 W Deer Valley Rd #106, Peoria, AZ 85382
(623) 215-2214
allegromusicaz.com‎

Boogie Music 

3562 W Cactus Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85029
(602) 978-6688

www.boogiemusic.com/

Milano Music

38 W. Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85201

(480) 668-6769 for instruments and supplies

(480) 833-2323 for music

http://www.milanomusic.com/
 

Music and Arts

5350 W. Bell Rd, #132, Glendale, AZ 85308 

(602) 504-0206

www.musicarts.com

 

Rhapsody School of Music 

42201 N 41st Dr STE 132

Anthem, AZ 85086

https://www.rhapsodyschoolofmusic.com/

 

Woodwind Brasswind (website only)

www.wwbw.com

5th Band will be starting the week of August 12th. Sign up is open now! Just email at rachael.stanford@dvusd.org to inquire!

6th Band will be starting the week of August 12th.  If you are not already enrolled but would like to join, please email me at rachael.stanford@dvusd.org to inquire!

Band Websites

Woodwinds	Brass
Flute Fingerings	Trumpet Fingerings
Oboe Fingerings	Horn Fingerings
Clarinet/Bass Clarinet Fingerings	Trombone Slide Positions
Alto/Bari Sax Fingerings	Euphonium Fingerings
Tenor Sax Fingerings	Tuba Fingerings

 

 

7/8 Band is during specials. Please email me at rachael.stanford@dvusd.org if your child is interested in joining band!

Band Websites

Woodwinds	Brass
Flute Fingerings	Trumpet Fingerings
Oboe Fingerings	Horn Fingerings
Clarinet/Bass Clarinet Fingerings	Trombone Slide Positions
Alto/Bari Sax Fingerings	Euphonium Fingerings
Tenor Sax Fingerings	Tuba Fingerings

Band Websites

Woodwinds	Brass
Flute Fingerings	Trumpet Fingerings
Oboe Fingerings	Horn Fingerings
Clarinet/Bass Clarinet Fingerings	Trombone Slide Positions
Alto/Bari Sax Fingerings	Euphonium Fingerings
Tenor Sax Fingerings	Tuba Fingerings

 

Woodwind Fingering Chart

Fingering Charts for Woodwind players

http://www.wfg.woodwind.org

Online Metronome

Students can use this to practice in place of a purchased metronome.  

http://www.metronomeonline.com

DSO for Kids

Designed for students for listening to music, learning about instruments and composers, or playing musical games. 

http://dsokids.com/

Music Theory

Review notes from class or practice naming your notes in the staff!

http://www.musictheory.net/

https://www.theaterseatstore.com/blog/guide-to-music-theory

 

Piano help

 

https://www.wristband.com/content/piano-wrist-arm-positioning-playing/

 

MUSIC APPS!

Check out these AWESOME apps that you can download on your smart phone or tablet! Remember, all app downloads need to be done with the permission of a parent or guardian!

 

Tempo - Metronome with Set Lists	TonalEnergy Chromatic Tuner and Metronome	Tenuto
Ear Trainer Lite	Virtuoso Piano Free 4

 

 

 

MUSIC- GENERAL & CHOIR

Hello! My name is Richelle Harris. This is my THIRD Year at Gavilan Peak, and I am so excited to continue working with your kids. This year we are looking forward to Choir Concerts, a HOLIDAY MUSICAL: "Santa's workshop" and more. 

A little about me: I have been singing and performing my whole life. I have a degree in Music-Vocal Performance and have been a big part of the music community in Anthem.I have owned a community theater, taught voice and piano lessons, led multiple choirs, taught preschool music and have years of performing and music experience. I have 2 wonderful boys who also attend Gavilan Peak. I feel like being a part of the Gavilan Peak School is a dream come true. I'm happy to be a part of the team. 

Please feel free to reach out to me at any time! Richelle.Harris@dvusd.org :)

 

CHOIR & CHOIR MUSIC:

CHOIR TRACKS & SHEET MUSIC:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1yqrkw23JiAO02Cbo4N_INqd4CAa-Hie1?usp=sharing

IF you are interested in joining Elementary or Middle School Choir: 

ELEMENTARY CHOIR:

Anyone from 4th-6th Grade can join! We will rehearse every Wednesday from 3:00-4:00.

Our First rehearsal will be on Wednesday, August 14th. 

There is a $10 fee to purchase the Choir Shirt for both Choirs.

Parent Pick up needs to be precisely at 4:00 and will be in the MPR line like a regular school pick-up.

CONCERTS: There will be 4 Concerts: 

For the Fall, Winter and Spring Concerts Attire will be the Choir Shirt, black bottoms and black shoes

For the Luminaria Concert we will wear Holiday Pajamas/Silly Holiday Attire

MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIR: Same Concert Dates. We also have 2 Assessments on: 

In addition to the attire listed above we will also wear Choral Dresses. Dresses and Vests/Bowties supplied, but each student will need to supply nice black dress shoes, and boys will need to supply additional clothes. More information to follow.

1. FALL CONCERT: Wednesday, October 2nd @ 5:30
2. LUMINARIA/HOLIDAY CONCERT: Thursday, December 5th. Time TBD
3. WINTER CONCERT: Wednesday, March 5th @5:30
4. SPRING CONCERT: Wednesday, May 7th @5:30
5. Tuesday, October 1st
6. Tuesday, March 11th

HOLIDAY MUSICAL: "SANTA'S WORKSHOP":

Link to Script, Music Tracks and Sheet Music:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ob1xvAnkxCG07xkqc5RJfv1a78etlVtX?usp=drive_link

FORM LINK: Please fill out the Form and pay $40 Fee (On School Website) by Saturday, September 14th: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1HWkx5qLzS4U6KSKCaaCrf2ZkSIVclcwTnXfROEz4Cfo/edit?ts=668dfad0

CAST LIST: SANTA'S WORKSHOP
ELVES:			REINDEER:
Almond Joy	Sophie Peterson		Della Reindeer	Isla Smith
Jolly Rancher	Olivia Peterson		Terrence Reindeer	Drew White
Ginger Snap	Cora Robertson		Dasher Reindeer	Chase Jones
Sugar Snap	Anika White		Barker Reindeer	Maks Sellmeyer
Sweet Tart	Makena Madison		Donder Reindeer	Alexis Harwood
Star Burst	Piper Struve		Cupid Reindeer	Hattie Juergensen
Snickerdoodle	Sonya Tickell		Dancer Reindeer	Sadie Weiss
Lollipop	Isla Bell		Prancer Reindeer	Kennedy Sweeney
Gummy Bear	Marlie Auton		Vixen Reindeer	Sara Leon
Kathy Claus	Emma McDonald		Comet Reindeer	Joy Kaitschuck
Katie Claus	Jane Curtis		Reagan Reindeer	Ethan Montgomery
Candy Cane	Paisley Teodoro		Chestnut Reindeer	Carter Warren
Peppermint Fudge	Evie Smith		Zip Reindeer	Nitha Balasubramanian
Caramel Corn	Tatum Smith		Flash Reindeer	Bridger Struve
Cinnamon Bun	Cora Curtis		Flossie Reindeer	Nia Balasubramanian
Maple Frosting	Chelsea Phares		Glossie Reindeer	CC Newman
Pink Cupcake	Matea Berlinger		Clarice Reindeer	Maisie Childs
Red Twizzlers	JD Harris		Blixy Reindeer	Chloe Montgomery
Chocolate Sprinkles	Stella Auton		Snowflake Dancer	Briar Laguna
Nutmeg Spice	Ethan Harris		Snowflake Dancer	Arianna Dimaio
Butterschotch	Blake Kunetka
Lil Peep	Callie Doberneck
Cotton Candy	Felicity Orrock
Strawberry Icing	Riley Schaffer
Tootsie Roll	Ella Anderson
Milk Dud	Marco Villalobos
Air Head	Kaylin Tschida
Peanut Brittle	Allie Hawley
Rainbow Skittles	Kinley Gilliland
Cookies 'n'Cream	Eliza Nadado
Butter Cream	Ella Nadado

 

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:

"SANTA'S WORKSHOP"
Meet in Room 612. Rehearsals in 612 or Gym. Pick-up in Front Circle
AUGUST:
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
18	19	20	21	22	23	24
	AUDITIONS	AUDITIONS		AUDITIONS
	3:00-4:00	3:00-4:00	Elementary Choir	3:00-4:00
25	26	27	28	29	30	31
		Mandatory
		Parent Meeting
	Cast List Available	3:00-3:30 MPR
SEPTEMBER:
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
1	2	3	4	5	6	7
		SONGS		SONGS
	No School	ALL CAST		ALL SOLOISTS
	Labor Day	3:00-4:00	Elementary Choir	3:00-4:00
8	9	10	11	12	13	14
		READ-THRU		READ-THRU
		ELVES/KATHY		REINDEERS
		3:00-4:00	Elementary Choir	3:00-4:00
15	16	17	18	19	20	21
		CHOREOGRAPHY		CHOREOGRAPHY
		REINDEERS		ELVES/KATHY
		3:00-4:00	Elementary Choir	3:00-4:00
22	23	24	25	26	27	28
		CHOREOGRAPHY		CHOREOGRAPHY
		ELVES/KATHY		REINDEERS
		3:00-4:00	Elementary Choir	3:00-4:00
OCTOBER:
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
29	30	1	2	3	4	5
		BLOCKING	FALL CHOIR	BLOCKING
		REINDEERS	CONCERT	ELVES/KATHY
		3:00-4:00		3:00-4:00
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
	FALL BREAK	NO SCHOOL	FALL BREAK	NO SCHOOL	FALL BREAK
13	14	15	16	17	18	19
		LEADS ONLY		1/2 Day P/T Con.	1/2 Day P/T Con.
		3:00-4:00	Elementary Choir	No Rehearsal	No Rehearsal
20	21	22	23	24	25	26
		BLOCKING		BLOCKING
		ELVES/KATHY		REINDEERS
		3:00-4:00	Elementary Choir	3:00-4:00
27	28	29	30	31
		LEADS ONLY		HALLOWEEN
		3:00-4:00	Elementary Choir	No Rehearsal
NOVEMBER:
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
					1	2
3	4	5	6	7	8	9
		ACT 1		ACT 1
		REINDEERS		ELVES/KATHY
		3:00-4:00	Elementary Choir	3:00-4:00
10	11	12	13	14	15	16
	VETERAN'S DAY	LEADS ONLY	HONOR CHOIR	NO REHEARSAL
	NO SCHOOL	3:00-4:00	No Elem Choir	PERSONAL DAY
17	18	19	20	21	22	23
		ACT 2		ACT 2
		ELVES/KATHY		REINDEERS
		3:00-4:00	Elementary Choir	3:00-4:00
24	25	26	27	28	29	30
	THANKSGIVING		THANKSGIVING		OFF SCRIPT	OFF SCRIPT
	BREAK	NO SCHOOL	BREAK	NO SCHOOL	OFF SCRIPT	OFF SCRIPT
DECEMBER:
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
1	2	3	4	5	6	7
				LUMINARIA	SET UP STAGE	TECH DAY
	ALL CAST	ALL CAST		NIGHT		MANDATORY
	3:00-5:00	3:00-5:00	Elementary Choir	NO REHEARSAL		8:00-3:00
8	9	10	11	12	13	14
	ALL CAST	ALL CAST	SHOW NIGHT	SHOW NIGHT	SET DOWN
	MANDATORY	MANDATORY	CALL: 5:00	CALL: 5:00
	3:00-6:00	3:00-6:00	SHOW: 6:00	SHOW: 6:00

GENERAL MUSIC & CHOIR CLASS SCHEDULE:

1. 8:15-9:10: 7th & 8th Grade Choir
2. 9:10-10:05: 6th Grade General Music
3. 10:05-11:00: 3rd Grade General Music
4. 11:00-1155: 7th & 8th Grade Choir
   1. My Lunch 11:55-12:25
5. 12:25-1:20: 2nd Grade General Music
6. 1:20-2:13: Kindergarten & First Grade General Music
7. 2:13-3:00: 4th & 5th Grade General Music

CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:

My Music classes are mostly about participation and creativity. I do a lot of hands-on activities and movement as part of my teaching style. I expect that all students will do their best, participate in the activities and know that a large portion of their grade is based on engaging in my classroom. Behavioral issues will result in students missing out on some fun activities, so try your best and we will have a great year!

Welcome to PE and Fitness & Conditioning! 

This year in PE class you will have the opportunity to participate in many different sports and activities, get to know yourself and classmates, learn how to be a team player, develop leadership skills and explore many health topics, all while having fun!  Uniforms are mandatory for PE class only at Gavilan Peak this year.  The GP uniforms consist of a Gavilan Peak Physical Education cotton t-shirt, and dry-fit shorts. If there is a financial hardship please contact me. Gym shoes are also required.  No slides, crocs, or sandles are allowed.  If a student is not wearing closed-toed gymshoes or the PE uniform, he/she will not be allowed to participate that day, which will effect their grade. Participation is mandatory for this class.

Those students who are in Fitness and Conditioning will aim to improve their Cardiovascular Endurance, Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance and Flexibility/Mobility. The students will develop knowledge of and competency of variety of fitness activities. Participation is mandatory for this class. This class will consist of learning the five components of fitness, nutrition, and living a healthy life style. My goal is to have students learn to make healthy life long fitness choices that will be incorporated into their daily lives. **Gavilan Peak uniforms are not required for this class, however, gym shoes are mandatory to participate in the physical activities.  If a student does not have the correct foot wear, they will not earn the points for the day.

P.E. and Fitness & Conditioning Requirements:

• Students are required to participate in all activities both inside the classroom and out on the field to the best of their ability.
• Students are required to bring a note from a doctor, parent, or guardian if they cannot participate in an activity. 
• Students are required to treat all school personnel, other students and visitors with respect.
• We will be introducing the Fitnessgram, a district requirement, to the students in both classes. Some of the fitness tests we will be doing is the PACER test (Running), push up test, and the curl up test.

Email: kimberly.fate@dvusd.org

Degrees and Certifications:

Bachelor's Degree: Governor's State University
Master's Degree: University of Illinois

Mrs. Kim Fate

About me:

Hello Firebirds!  Welcome to the 2024-25 school year!  I am excited to be teaching Physical Education to your child/children again this year! 

This is my 13th year teaching at Gavilan Peak. I have taught 3rd grade for 1 year, and 4th grade for 11 years at Gavilan Peak.  I was a 4th grade teacher in Illinois for 10 years before moving to Arizona. I received my Bachelor of Education from Governor's State University in Illinois, and my Masters in Curriculum & Instruction from The University of Illinois. I have two children, Alexa (21) and Brayden (17).  My daughter attends ASU (Go Sun Devils!), and my son is a  at Sandra Day O'Connor High School.  We spend a lot of time at the ice rink watching my son's High School hockey games.  I love to spend my free time shopping, going to the lake, and going  to the movies.  

 

I am looking forward to getting to know your wonderful children, and to having a fantastic year full of Physical Education!

PE Weekly Schedules:

WEEK 1:	Time:	Grade:	Class:		WEEK 2:	Time:	Grade:	Class:
1st	8:15-9:10	7th	7th		1st	8:15-9:10	7th	7th
2nd	9:12-10:05	6th	6-A		2nd	9:12-10:05	6th	6-B
3rd	10:05-11:00	Prep	Prep		3rd	10:05-11:00	3rd	3-A
4th	11:02-11:55	8th	8th		4th	11:02-11:55	8th	8th
Lunch	11:55-12:25	Lunch	Lunch		Lunch	11:55-12:25	Lunch	Lunch
5th	12:25-1:20	2nd	2-A		5th	12:25-1:20	PREP	PREP
6th	1:22-2:13	K & 1st	K-B		6th	1:22-2:13	K & 1st	K-A
7th	2:13-3:00	4th & 5th	4-B		7th	2:13-3:00	4th & 5th	5-B
WEEK 3:	Time:	Grade:	Class:		WEEK 4:	Time:	Grade:	Class:
1st	8:15-9:10	7th	7th		1st	8:15-9:10	7th	7th
2nd	9:12-10:05	6th	6-C		2nd	9:12-10:05	6th	6-D
3rd	10:05-11:00	PREP	PREP		3rd	10:05-11:00	3rd	3-B
4th	11:02-11:55	8th	8th		4th	11:02-11:55	8th	8th
Lunch	11:55-12:25	Lunch	Lunch		Lunch	11:55-12:25	Lunch	Lunch
5th	12:25-1:20	2nd	2-B		5th	12:25-1:20	PREP	PREP
6th	1:22-2:13	K & 1st	1-A		6th	1:22-2:13	K & 1st	1-B
7th	2:13-3:00	4th & 5th	4-A		7th	2:13-3:00	4th & 5th	5-A

Mrs. Porcelli

My name is Kari Porcelli. This is my 18th year teaching in the Deer Valley Unified School District. I will be teaching STEM/STEAM this year. I have taught Fourth Grade, Health, and Physical Education.

 My goal is to help students learn how to problem solve, work collaboratively, be creative, and use critical thinking skills.

My husband and eight-year-old son are the best part of my life. I love spending time with my family and friends. In my free time: I enjoy playing sports, swimming, hiking, doing puzzles, and playing games. 

Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns at Kari.Porcelli@dvusd.org.

Schedule

2024/2025 Schedule

 8:15 - 9:10                                      7th Grade STEM

 9:12 - 10:05                                    6th Grade STEM

10:07 - 11:00                                   3rd Grade STEM

11:02 - 11:55                         8th Grade Computer Science

12:25 - 1:20                                    2nd Grade STEM

 1:22 - 2:13                        Kindergarten/1st Grade STEM

 2:15 - 3:00                                 4th/5th Grade STEM 

           

*Please note that K-6 Specials are on a weekly rotation.