BAND 101 SPIRIT OF SAGINAW BAND 101

REGISTRATION SATURDAY 5/31 9am-3pm Do this before SATURDAY!! Go online and complete the survey (STUDENT registration) This must be fully completed. Have your insurance information for the medical section Read the Handbook! Download, print & Sign the Registration PDF packet & BRING THEM WITH YOU SATURDAY! Band Handbook Contract (last page) *Percussion Handbook Contract (last page)* Medical Form (w/ Medical Card) Travel Form Drug Testing Form UIL 8 Hour Form Band Handbook Contract (last page) *Percussion Handbook Contract (last page)* Medical Form (w/ Medical Card) Travel Form Drug Testing Form UIL 8 Hour Form

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

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

March-a-Thon/Drum-a-Thon March-a-Thon The entire band and color guard will march 5 miles ON August 15 Every student is responsible for raising $100 All proceeds go to the Spirit of Saginaw Band to bring in instruction, equipment, other needed materials ALL BAND & GUARD STUDENTS PARTICIPATE The entire band and color guard will march 5 miles ON August 15 Every student is responsible for raising $100 All proceeds go to the Spirit of Saginaw Band to bring in instruction, equipment, other needed materials ALL BAND & GUARD STUDENTS PARTICIPATE Drum-a-Thon The entire Drumline will drum trough the night (July pm -8am) Every student is responsible for raising $100 All proceeds go to the Spirit of Saginaw Drumline to bring in instruction, equipment, other needed materials ALL PERCUSSION STUDENTS PARTICIPATE The entire Drumline will drum trough the night (July pm -8am) Every student is responsible for raising $100 All proceeds go to the Spirit of Saginaw Drumline to bring in instruction, equipment, other needed materials ALL PERCUSSION STUDENTS PARTICIPATE

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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

Summer Band Camp What youll 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 suns rays Wear a hat and sunglasses, tennis shoes WEAR SUNSCREEN & bring more to REAPPLY Music Instrument w/ mouthpiece/reeds, valve oil, slide grease, swab cloth, etc.

What does the day look like? We will be OUTSIDE during the morning block to work on: Marching Fundamentals Drill Body Movement LUNCH BREAK (Parent Volunteers Wanted) We will be INSIDE during the afternoon block to work on: Music More Music!

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!

Summer Band Events Every Tuesday & Thursday: Fitness Camp from 8-9am Freshman Fundamental Camp – June 9, 8-noon – June 20, 8-noon Drum Mini Camp (required ) – June 9-13, 8am-5pm Color Guard Mini Camp (required) – June 9-13, 5-9pm Freshman Fundamental Camp – June 9, 8-noon – June 20, 8-noon Drum Mini Camp (required ) – June 9-13, 8am-5pm Color Guard Mini Camp (required) – June 9-13, 5-9pm Color Guard Camp (required) – July at Chisholm Trail HS, 8am-5pm Drum Camp (required) – July 21-24, 1pm – 5pm – July 28-29, 8am-5pm – DRUM-A-THON (required): July , 5pm-8am Band Camp (required) – July 30-31, 8am-5pm – August 1, 8am-5pm – August 4-8, 8am-5pm – August 11-15, 8am-5pm – MARCH-A-THON August 15 8-noon – August 18, 19, 21, 5-9pm Color Guard Camp (required) – July at Chisholm Trail HS, 8am-5pm Drum Camp (required) – July 21-24, 1pm – 5pm – July 28-29, 8am-5pm – DRUM-A-THON (required): July , 5pm-8am Band Camp (required) – July 30-31, 8am-5pm – August 1, 8am-5pm – August 4-8, 8am-5pm – August 11-15, 8am-5pm – MARCH-A-THON August 15 8-noon – August 18, 19, 21, 5-9pm

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)

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 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.

VOLUNTEER There is a PLACE for YOU! Be a chaperone Distribute Water at Games Wash Uniforms Help at Marching Contests Serve Food 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!

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!!

INFORMATION STATION Information is always happening. Stay up to date by: Websites: – Director website: – Booster website: Sign-up to receive the Newsletter (booster site) Twitter (directions on the websites) Facebook

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 its 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?

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?

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 cant I take my student home? When?! Why are the bleachers taped off at football games? What about the Band Boosters?

Any more questions? Find THIS GUY!!!!