PLEASE read ALL the announcements! There are some pertaining to Marching Band and others that apply to the entire band program!
Full Marching Band Camp
July 23rd - 27th
and July 30th - August 1st
8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Band Camp Fee is $5.00.
(Please bring this in by Wednesday, July 25th.)
Information packets with student/parent information sheets, permission slips, etc. will be sent home the first day of band camp and due back by Wednesday, July 25th.
Information:
~ wear shorts and t-shirts (acceptable for school wear but uniforms are not required)
~ wear Athletic type shoes and socks (no boots, croks, sandals, etc.)
~ bring personal water cooler (water breaks will be short, but frequent)
~ wear plenty of Sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher recommended)
~ bring a lunch or lunch money, plus a couple of healthy snacks (band not providing lunch)
Band Uniform Fitting
Each day immediately following band camp, we will have different sections stay a few minutes later for their uniform fitting. This will keep us front interrupting band camp rehearsal. If everyone cooperates and follows instructions, it will only take a few minutes.
The following sections are to remain after rehearsal on the following days:
Monday:
Flutes and Clarinets
Tuesday:
Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Trumpets
Thursday:
Mellophones, Trombones, Percussion
Friday:
Baritones, Tubas
If you have any problems or conflicts on the day scheduled, please talk with Mrs. Elizabeth Staten and she will make alternate arrangements. Her email is epoohstaten@aol.com.
Lunch Sitter Volunteers Needed During Band Camp!
We need an adult chaperone to sit with the band kids that remain in the band room for lunch during band camp. We need one volunteer per day, Monday - Friday or the following Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday of camp. You would need to arrive around 11:30 a.m. and remain until about 1:00 p.m. If you are able to volunteer, PLEASE email me at traceykirksey@knology.net and let me know which day you are able to chaperone. Your assistance is greatly appreciated!
Processing Day Volunteers Needed!
We will have a Band Booster table set-up for processing day. We are in need of volunteers to work the table from 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. If you can stay 30 minutes to an hour, it would be greatly appreciated. Please email me with the time you are able to work the table. (NOTE: processing finishes at 1:00 p.m., not 3:00 p.m. like stated on calendar!)
Exciting New Things on the Horizon!
We have some exciting new things to discuss with Band Boosters this year!!! We are going to need volunteers to "step up" and assist this year MORE THAN ANY YEAR BEFORE!!! We cannot do this without YOU! Remember...TOGETHER we achieve MUCH!
Dates to Remember:
Band Booster Kick-Off Supper & Show Preview
(this is open to all band members--not just marching band!
Tuesday, August 7th at 6:00 p.m.
Reservation Forms will be in the band camp packets. I will also email the form to all band parents (6th & 7th graders) and you can mail your reservations to the school to the attention of the Band Boosters. Don't miss out on all the exciting announcements that will be made that evening!!!
First Annual Band-A-Rama
Thursday, August 23rd
Join us for an exciting evening as we bring together all the private school bands in our area for a preview of their marching shows. Help us host this event and show our hospitality to the community! Concession Stand workers will be needed!!!
2007-2008 Football Schedule
August 31st - Escambia Co. (home)
September 7 - Opp (away)
September 14 - St. James (home)
September 21 - Ashford (home)
September 28 - Catholic (away)
October 5 - Bullock Co. (to be determined)
October 12 - Trinity (home)
October 19 - Daleville (away)
October 26 - Andalusia (home)
November 2 - Montgomery Academy (home)
Competition Dates:
September 29th & October 20th
More details will be announced as the dates get closer!
Whew! That's alot of announcements! We're starting the year off with a bang and we are SO excited about this coming year in the band program and are so glad you and your child are a part of it!
As always, if you have any questions, concerns, suggestions, please don't hesitate to email either Gary at gkirksey@knology.net or Tracey at traceykirksey@knology.net or acabands@yahoo.com. We look forward to working with you to make this the best band booster program around!
