Third Grade Choir:The Tonka Third Grade District Choirs include third grade boys and girls from each of the six elementary schools in the Minnetonka School District. There are two third grade choirs for families to consider. Each rehearses at a different location and on a different day to provide families an option that best fits their schedule. Each choir meets once a week for one hour, from October through May, when school is in session. Both Choirs will perform in a Winter (Feb. 3, 2026) and Spring (May 5, 2026) Concert at Excelsior Elementary Auditorium.

Registration will open in September.

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Rehearsals

First rehearsals will be  Monday, October 6 (Skipper) / Tuesday, October 7, 2025 (Anchor).

Third Grade Skipper Choir
Rehearsal Day: Monday
Rehearsal Time: 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
Rehearsal Location: Deephaven – Room 14A
Handbook:  2025-26 Skipper Singer Handbook
Directed by: Melani Schwartz

Third Grade Anchor Choir:
Rehearsal Day: Tuesday
Rehearsal Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Rehearsal Location: Scenic Heights Elementary School - Room 301
Handbook:  2025-26 Anchor Singer Handbook
Directed by: Patti Arntz

Concerts

Concerts will take place at Excelsior Elementary Auditorium.

• Winter Concert: Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
• Spring Concert: Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

How to join

1. Talk to your family about joining.
2. To learn more about the Skipper and Anchor Choirs, and to view the full 2025-26 rehearsal schedule, follow the links above to the Singer Handbooks.
3. Make sure you have transportation available to get to rehearsals. Busing is not provided, however, many families find that carpooling works well.
4. Invite your friends to join, too!
5. Registration will open in September 2025.
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 How much does it cost? 

Registration fees will be payable at the time of Registration.

Participating in the Third Grade Tonka District Children’s Choir will cost $50 for the season. Scholarships are available.

Please contact Sue Ryan ( Susan.Ryan@minnetonkaschools.org ) with questions about scholarships.

Attendance Policy

In case of illness or other unavoidable conflict, please notify your child’s director through email. If a singer misses three rehearsals during a semester, they will need to schedule a make-up time with the director. If a singer misses more than three during a semester, they will be asked not to attend the next concert or performance. Every rehearsal is important! When your singer misses one rehearsal, it slows down the progress of the entire choir, which affects the quality and quantity of the music that we can learn. If a singer needs to leave early please provide a written letter or an email for safety purposes.

Communications

Communication from the directors will arrive through email. We will create an email distribution list to send out direct messages and news. We will always use the blind copy option to keep information private. Be sure to check your junk box and add our emails to your address book.

Parent Volunteers

There will be times during the year that we will need parent help. Notifications of volunteer opportunities will be sent out through email after your student has been registered.