PIKE MS BAND HANDBOOK

Welcome! We are so happy to have you in band!

Objectives Organizational skills Responsibility Punctuality Dependability Discipline Practice Habits Instrument Care Correct use of air Correct Posture Correct Hand position Music Reading Theory Rhythmic accuracy Characteristic Tone

Band Hall Guidelines Non-Band members NOT ALLOWED in Band Hall Take instrument home EVERYDAY Never handle any equipment but your own Keep a name tag on your instrument & combination lock on locker If rehearsals are in progress, remain quiet Food, gum or drinks NOT ALLOWED in Band Hall Never stay in the BH if a teacher is not present Refer to the board each day for instructions DO NOT WRITE OR ERASE the board

Daily Class Rules Bring materials to class Be courteous, respectful, attentive and ready to work! Don’t touch copy machine, metronomes, tuners, percussion or sound and recording equipment!

Lockers Purchase your own combination lock Give combination to directors Large instruments stored in instrument room – No locks necessary

CONSEQUENCES »REFER TO THE GENE PIKE DISCIPLINE PLAN

MUSIC BINDER Take care of the music and binder Only use pencil (not erasable pen) when marking music Binders are to be put away at end of every rehearsal

Participation/Eligibility Co-curricular activities are an extension of the classroom in which participation is graded; this includes band activities such as concerts and rehearsals where students are required to participate.

Participation/Eligibility Performance at contests, festivals, band trips, and athletic events is considered extra- curricular and is subject to eligibility rules. Participation in extra-curricular activities is based on eligibility requirements set by the State Board of Education. Students must maintain an average of 70 or above in all classes each reporting period to remain eligible to participate.

Grading Daily or weekly playoffs Theory exams Class participation Practice record rehearsals & performances

Wind Ensemble & Symphonic Uniforms Boys-black dress pants, white tux shirt, black socks, formal dress shoes (NO TENNIS SHOES) & bow tie (provided by school) Girls-black formal dress (provided by school-rental fee $20), dress shoes

Beginners Concert Attire Band shirt (purchased from band) Blue jeans (no holes) Tennis shoes BAND

Practice records Practice EVERYDAY! Practice Record for grade each week Due 1 st day of week Parent signature required each week

ACTIVITIES Concerts Football Games Pep Rallies District/Region Auditions Solo & Ensemble competition Private Lessons Fundraiser Costume Party Lock In Argyle Music Festival Beach Within Reach Music Festival Main Event! Hurricane Harbor Band Competition Hurricane Harbor Fun Day!

Parent Volunteers Uniform measuring Coordination Fundraising Music library organizing Data base updating Chaperoning concerts, contest, and trips Taking photos All volunteers must complete the criminal background check required by the district.

Booster Club We are very excited to have our very first Booster Club! Officers were elected last school year. Membership in this excellent group helps the band program immensely. Please become a member!

Fees & Financial Matters-6 TH Grade Instructional fee=$25.00 Included in this fee is the following: –Instructional Fee, $10 Binder Pencil pouch Page protectors Educational material, music –Band T-shirt, $15

Fees 7 th & 8 th Grade GIRLS BAND FEE=$40 Included in this fee is the following: –Instructional Fee, $10 Binder Pencil pouch Page protectors Educational material, music –Uniform rental fee, $15 –Band T-shirt, $15 Deduct this portion if planning to use last years band shirt

Fees 7 th & 8 th Grade BOYS Fee=$35. Included in this fee is the following: –Instructional Fee, $10 Binder Pencil pouch Page protectors Educational material, music –Uniform Rental Fee, $10 (Cummerbund & tie) –Band T-shirt, $15 Deduct this portion if planning to use last years band shirt

School Owned instruments Rental Fee $100 Must remain in proper working condition Repairs and maintenance is students’ responsibility

Private Lessons!! Participation is CRITICAL to the success of the program!

Private Lessons Lessons taught by professional teachers Contracted by NISD HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! Continued interest in band Scheduled during the school day or before & after school Very beneficial to all levels of players

FUNDRAISERS With today’s budget realities, fundraising has become a necessity. Pays for contest fees, equipment, scholarships, bus costs and clinicians, etc. We are sensitive to the inconvenience of fundraisers We limit our fundraising to one brochure sale per year. Many busy families choose to make a donation instead of participating. Suggested donation amount is $40.00 Students will be invited to a Fundraiser Costume Party if they participate with a donation or sell a certain amount of items TBD. Brochure Sale-Fall/Spaghetti Supper-Spring

Band Placement / Auditions Auditions to be held at end of school year Ability Based Wind Ensemble=1 st band Symphonic Band=2 nd band Audition music will be given prior to auditions Results will be posted upon completion Private Lesson are incredibly helpful !!!

Concert & Rehearsals Beginners play 3 Concerts Before or afterschool rehearsals prior to concerts-GRADED Attendance is REQUIRED & GRADED Plan ahead-AVOID conflicts Rehearsals =1 test grade Performance attendance, punctuality & behavior=2 test grades Emergency? Call us & bring written note!!!!

Concert Etiquette Turn off cells No whistling or loud disruptive clapping No playing prior to concert Please take crying children to hall

Consequences Discipline & Supplies Infractions 1 st offenceVerbal warning 2 nd offenceWritten warning, sign discipline book 3 rd offenceWritten warning, parent contact, removal from rehearsal, continue to participate or alternative assignments 4 th offenceParent contact, office referral

Parental Commitments Encourage child to practice regularly Only sign practice record if work is accomplished Provide quiet practice area Participate in private lessons Keep instrument in working order Attend performances Discuss concert etiquette with your family Provide transportation to rehearsals & concerts Participate in fundraisers Volunteer

We look forward to a GREAT year! Mrs. Sloan & Mr. Hughes