1. BAND 101 SPIRIT OF SAGINAW BAND 101

2. REGISTRATION SATURDAY 5/30 9am-1pm Do this before SATURDAY!! Go online and complete the online STUDENT form completion http://www.emsisd.co m/Page/20640 http://www.emsisd.co m/Page/20640 Complete the online process, print off the Handbook for your records.  Band & Percussion Handbook Contract  Medical Form  Travel Form  Drug Testing Form  UIL 8 Hour Form  These will all be PDF documents completed online.  Band & Percussion Handbook Contract  Medical Form  Travel Form  Drug Testing Form  UIL 8 Hour Form  These will all be PDF documents completed online.

3. New Student Dues Band = $350 Show Shirt Under Armour Ball Cap Gloves Meals Uniform Shoes SOS Cards Tech Fees Color Guard = $470 Show Shirt Gloves Pep Rally Outfit Meals Windsuit Shoes Drawstring Bag Duffle Bag SOS Cards Tech Fees

4. Instrument Rental Tuba Euphonium French Horn/Mellophone Bari Saxophone Tenor Saxophone Bass Clarinet Bassoon Oboe PERCUSSION A $30 Additional Fee for Students using SCHOOL OWNED Instruments

5. March-a-Thon/Drum-a-Thon March-a-Thon

6. Marching SHOW Phoenix Featuring music from: “Tempered Steel” “Sleep” “Fire Bird” Phoenix Featuring music from: “Tempered Steel” “Sleep” “Fire Bird”

7. Marching “SPOTS” Competition Marching Band Not be enrolled in any class/activity that interferes with morning rehearsal schedule or posted performance schedule Perform at all home and away football games Perform at all marching band competitions & District related events Attend August band camps Attend all scheduled marching band rehearsals during the school year. Competition Marching Band Not be enrolled in any class/activity that interferes with morning rehearsal schedule or posted performance schedule Perform at all home and away football games Perform at all marching band competitions & District related events Attend August band camps Attend all scheduled marching band rehearsals during the school year. Non-Varsity Marching Band Perform in the stands and at half time for the Star Steppers at all home and away football games (Potentially) Assist with the competition half-time show Perform at select school related & District events Attend August band camps Attend all scheduled marching band rehearsals and performances. Positions will be determined during August band camp

8. Summer Band Camp What you’ll need Be 15 minutes early and ready to play/march on the grid by the assigned time Bring a WATER JUG with your name on it (full of water!) Wear light colored clothing to reflect the sun’s rays Wear a hat and sunglasses WEAR SUNSCREEN & bring more to REAPPLY

9. What does the day look like? We will be OUTSIDE during the morning block to work on: Marching Fundamentals Drill Body Movement LUNCH BREAK We will be INSIDE during the afternoon block to work on: Music More Music! We will be OUTSIDE during evening blocks

10. Freshman Adoption During band camp, our upper classmen adopt a freshman At the end of band camp, there is an adoption ceremony Our current students are excited to meet our new additions to the SOS Band Family!

11. Summer Band Events Every Tuesday & Thursday: Fitness Camp from 8-9am Freshman Fundamental Camp – June 8, 8-noon Drum Mini Camp (required for Varsity Drumline members) – TBA Color Guard Mini Camp (required) – TBA Freshman Fundamental Camp – June 8, 8-noon Drum Mini Camp (required for Varsity Drumline members) – TBA Color Guard Mini Camp (required) – TBA Color Guard Camp (required) – July 13-17, 8am-5pm Leadership Camp (required) – July 20-24, 8am-5pm Drum Camp (required) – July 20-24, 27-31; 8am – 5pm Band Camp (required) – August 3-7, 8am-5pm – August10-14, 8am-5pm – August 17, 18, 20, 5-9pm – Thursday, 8/20 Parent Night 7pm Color Guard Camp (required) – July 13-17, 8am-5pm Leadership Camp (required) – July 20-24, 8am-5pm Drum Camp (required) – July 20-24, 27-31; 8am – 5pm Band Camp (required) – August 3-7, 8am-5pm – August10-14, 8am-5pm – August 17, 18, 20, 5-9pm – Thursday, 8/20 Parent Night 7pm

12. Uniforms throughout the year FRIDAY – Pep Rally & Competition Day: khaki shorts, show shirt, and band cap Games – LONG Black socks, compression shorts, gloves, Under Armour, bibs*, jacket*, Shako, gauntlets, marching shoes (*guard uniform) Concert – Winter Concert, UIL, Spring Concert, etc. – Gentlemen=“tuxedo” (black pants, black jacket, white dress shirt, black bow tie, black shoes, LONG black socks) – Ladies=ALL BLACK (arms & legs completely covered, sensible neck line. Skirts/dresses hit below the knee and wear black hose/tights/stockings)

13. Other Music Opportunities Summer Band Camps – These are a GREAT way to learn more about music, meet new friends, and have a camp away. – They are hosted at many universities. Sign up TODAY! – Visit http://www.emsisd.com/Page/20508http://www.emsisd.com/Page/20508 Private Lessons – This is the BEST way to become better at your instrument. Lessons are available all year with our highly qualified private lesson staff.

14. VOLUNTEER There is a PLACE for YOU! Be a chaperone Distribute Water at Games Wash Uniforms Help at Marching Contests Come to Booster Meetings – the 1 st Tuesday of every month Booster Committees: – Uniforms – Concessions – Loading Crew – Transportation – Meals We LOVE help. And We NEED you!

15. Adopt-a-Parent “red shirt” Find a “red shirt” parent. Ask any question you might have Our current parents would LOVE to answer any questions you have!!

16. INFORMATION STATION Information is always happening. Stay up to date by: Websites: – Director website: http://www.emsisd.com/domain/1632 http://www.emsisd.com/domain/1632 – Booster website: www.spiritofsaginawband.orgwww.spiritofsaginawband.org Sign-up to receive the Newsletter (booster site) Facebook Remind 101

17. FAQs Am I allowed to visit with my child or give them food/drink at a football game? Can I talk to the Band Director(s) at games? When can I talk to the Director(s)? What if it’s raining? Do I pick up my child? How do I get involved? What if my child has special needs? Can I be a chaperone on a trip?

18. FAQs How do I know stadium locations? How do I know if my child made the show? UIL rule…how many hours can the Band practice? How many hours can Color Guard/Winter Guard? Someone told me to move my car… Why so many expenses?

19. FAQs Taking off the uniform in front of others…? When can I talk to the Director(s)!! Why does it take so long to be dismissed? Why can’t I take my student home? When?! Why are the bleachers taped off at football games? What about the Band Boosters?

20. Any more questions? Find THIS GUY!!!!