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Cherokee Trail Elementary (CTE)

17302 Clarke Farms Dr, Parker, CO 80134 | School Phone: (303) 387-8125

Principal: Josh Miller

Our Program at CTE is part of the CHEIM Feeder Group, and Serves Grades 4th and up

Students may participate at the program location of their choice
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Who Should Register for the Beginning Level?​

​The Beginning Level is open to all students in 4th grade and up. Participants will learn how to assemble, maintain, and start playing an instrument; they will also learn basic music reading skills associated with their chosen instrument.

Requirements: No prior experience is necessary.

Who Should Register for the Intermediate Level?​

The Intermediate Level is open to all students in 4th grade and up. Students will enhance the foundational skills they developed in the Beginning Level and explore more intricate music across various styles.

Requirements: Previous experience, such as completing a year of Beginning Band or 1+ years of private instruction, is required.

Register

Classes Offered at Cherokee Trail Elementary

Cherokee Trail Beginning Band

Open to Grades 4th and up
Meets at:

Cherokee Trail Elementary

Gym

Meets on:

Every Monday

7:15 AM - 8:30 AM

Beginning Band Director:

Mr. Furlow

Starts:

Sep 14, 2026

Ends:

May 17, 2027

Cherokee Trail Beginning Orchestra

Open to Grades 4th and up
Meets at:

Cherokee Trail Elementary

Gym

Meets on:

Every Tuesday

7:15 AM - 8:30 AM

Beginning Orchestra Director:

Ms. Petersen

Starts:

Sep 8, 2026

Ends:

May 18, 2027

Cherokee Trail Intermediate Band

Open to Grades 4th and up
Meets at:

Cherokee Trail Elementary

Gym

Meets on:

Every Wednesday

7:15 AM - 8:30 AM

Intermediate Band Director:

Mr. Furlow

Starts:

Sep 9, 2026

Ends:

May 19, 2027

Cherokee Trail Intermediate Orchestra

Open to Grades 4th and up
Meets at:

Cherokee Trail Elementary

Gym

Meets on:

Every Thursday

7:15 AM - 8:30 AM

Intermediate Orchestra Director:

Ms. Petersen

Starts:

Sep 10, 2026

Ends:

May 20, 2027

© 2026 by Douglas County Youth Orchestra (DCYO)
Elementary Instrument Music Program (EIM)
DCYO is a non-profit, 501(c)3 Organization

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