Dominic Vassallo

Sodus Intermediate School
Sodus, NY
Elementary General Music/Band

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

THIS is why I became a teacher. For the kids.

Kelley School will always hold a special place in my heart ❤️

[Mrs. Berghash @laura_berghash]

Good Luck Mr. V! Thank you for loving on my third graders the past 6 weeks! You will be missed! @Mr_DJV @Newark_KS

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

I want to give the BIGGEST thank you to these groups of kids right here. They helped create music in these difficult times and I applaud them for pushing through. Thank you Kelley School Chorus 🎵🎶 #NCSDmusic

[Newark Central School District @NewarkCSD]

Newark Central School District Recognized For Ninth Consecutive Year As One Of The Best Communities For Music Education https://t.co/7JTtJLaGjJ

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

Christmas came early in room 142! Can't wait to unbox them all and put them to use!!! #NCSDmusic

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

Today, we had lots of fun playing some boomwhackers to the tune of "How Far I'll Go" to match the warm weather we've been having! #KelleySchoolMusic #NCSDChooseJoy

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

I'm always happy to share what we are working on in the classroom! Can't wait for Kelley families to read our newsletter! #KelleySchoolMusic

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

Kelley Chorus kids have been working hard to get their concert recorded and ready to roll out! Very proud of all the work and dedication of these 4th and 5th graders! #KelleySchoolShamROCKS
@Newark_KS

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

Here at Kelley, we are working on becoming composers! I can't wait to see everyone's finished work! #NCSD #NCSDlearns #NCSDmusic

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

The other day we got to have "Q&A with Mr. V" and after we were done I got this from a student. I think they hit the nail on the head with this one! #NCSD #NewarkPride

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

Being at home won't keep us down, keeping class as normal as usual with our song of the week. We can do this Kelley!

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

Dear Kelley School,
This year is going to look different. This year will not be like others. However, we will still make music. We will still be a community. We can do this, together.

[Newark Central School District @NewarkCSD]

Newark Music Department Newsy Notes #ChoosejoyNCSD https://t.co/tJe0HXRC4o

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

This week I asked my students to write how they like to experience music and what it means to them. I then received these wise words from one of my 5th Graders. #NCSDmusic

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

Well, today would have been the day. The day that represents the past six years of hard work. Whether I can cross the stage in August or not, I am still proud of what I was able to accomplish. Dominic John Vassallo, Master of Music in Music Education, class of 2020.

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

Received this from one of my students today. It's moments like these that make it all worth it. #NCSDchoosejoy #NCSDmusic

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

Decided to treat everyone by making french toast. With four people working from home, we ALL needed this. #NCSDchoosejoy

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

I'm so happy to see that 44 of my chorus kids have looked at their music for this week! It's great to see students work and dedication! #NCSD #NCSDmusic

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

During this time of distance learning, sometimes you have to celebrate the small victories. Today I posted something for my students and had 41 out of 450ish respond so far! It may not seem like a large percentage, but it's a victory nonetheless. #NCSD

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

Taking the time to make sure chorus can still be successful even through distance learning! #NCSD #NCSDmusic

[Dominic Vassallo @Mr_DJV]

Today I sent an activity to my students to listen to music and draw/paint/create what they hear. I decided to do this while listening to The Planets by Gustav Holst. Hopefully I'll have some student examples to share soon!