Band Camp is just around the corner and we are looking forward to your participation! We trust each of you received a summer band calendar in the mail. Here is a reminder of important upcoming dates:
Full Band Playing Rehearsal
Tuesday, July 17th
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the Band Room
Rookie Camp (those that are new to marching)
July 18th-20th
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Full Band Camp
July 23rd - 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 the end of the week.
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)
Thursday, July 19th
11:00 a.m.
This is for students who need the black marching shoes. The cost is $26 and payable at the time of the fitting. Checks should be made out to James Thompson (the shoe guy).
Your Band Booster Officers for 2007-2008
Gary and Tracey Kirksey, Presidents
Tony and Elizabeth Staten, Vice-Presidents
Deborah Streetman, Treasurer
Diane Patterson, Secretary
Judy Rittenour, Fundraising/Ways & Means
Mike Bush, Staging/Maintenance/Performance
Phil and Julie Berube, Special Events Coordinators
Laura Harris, Publications
Cecilia Porterfield, 7th Grade Representative
Wendy Jones, 6th Grade Representative
We are looking forward to another great year! We have a super team of band parents that step up and get the job done! Remember, TOGETHER WE ACHIEVE MUCH!
