1. 2016-17 Warrior Marching Band Step-Off Meeting 2 May 2016 Weber HS Band Room

2. Welcome/Staff Introduction Jeff Johnson – Assistant Director Ian Marshall – Percussion Advisor Bert Whitt – Percussion Assistant Shamra Johnson – Guard Advisor

3. Guard Information Shamra Johnson Guard Fees - $30 shoes + Marching Fee If a member has dance shoes already, they need to bring them in for approval. Once approved, the shoe fee no longer applies The guard will have Monday practices throughout the summer in addition to regular band rehearsals, please see calendar on website Guard camp will be July 26 th, 27 th and 28 th from 7a-11a. This camp is mandatory for all members. We will teach the Show work this week.

4. Drumline Information Ian Marshall Fall Drumline Audition Clinics: May 3 -4: 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm WHS Band Room Bring sticks, pad (if you have one) and a positive attitude Fall Drumline FINAL Audition: May 5: 3:30 pm - 5pm WHS Band Room. Sign Up for your audition time during clinics Line will be posted on Mr. Windsor’s Blog on May 6 th

5. Summer Schedule Mr. Windsor Calendar: www.weberbands.com (bottom of page)www.weberbands.com Parade Dates: June --- Founders Day (Pleasant View) July 4 --- Cherry Days (North Ogden) July 23 – Pioneer Days (Ogden) “Combined District Band”

6. Introduction of Show Music Show Theme: Vision Quest Listen to Show Where to find your music? Student Leaders: Drum Major – Will be announced on MAY 3 rd Section Leaders – chosen during the summer Drum Line Captain – Auditions next week Guard Captain – chosen during summer

7. Summer Fees $15.00 – Covers cost of T-Shirt and Band Hat Hat is same as last year. If you already have one, you do not need to purchase again) Black athletic shorts/black socks/athletic shoes Hats are also available for parents – cost: $10.00 Shirts are also available for parents – cost: $5.00

8. Fall Schedule Calendar: www.weberbands.com (bottom of page)www.weberbands.com Extra Rehearsal – Every Tuesday, 4 – 6:30 pm Competition Itineraries Will be posted, as soon as we receive schedule, on Mr. Windsor’s blog -- http://blog.wsd.net/jwindsor/

9. Competitions/Football Games Competitions Sep. 20 – WSU Oct. 1 – Herriman HS Oct. 8 – USUOct. 11 – Davis HS CONCERT – Oct. 18Oct. 27 – 28 – St. George - TENTATIVE Football Games Schedule TBA when received ** Concert with Orion JH in October -- TBA

10. Band Fees – all fees paid to bookkeeper Mr. Windsor District Marching Fee - $85.00 Marching/guard Shoes (if not owned) -- $30.00 Instrument Rental (school equip.) -- $85.00 Includes: Sousas/Percussion/All school instruments/Guard Equip. Marching Fee -- $120.00 Covers: transportation/show music, drill, props/entry fees/uniform costs/guard make-up St. George Trip (TENTATIVE) -- $85.00 (we are awaiting bids to finalize costs) APPROXIMATE COST

11. Keys to Success Mr. Windsor and Staff Students Work hard/be at practices/learn your music (before drill camp) Come prepared for each rehearsal Sign Up for Remind 101 Parents Support at competitions/games/rehearsals Provide a practice area at home Sign Up for Remind 101 Volunteer by going to http://www.weberbands.com/parent-interest.html

12. REMIND 101 Mr. Johnson Stay up to date on schedule changes, itinerary changes Class updates – where we are practicing, etc.

13. Is it too late to join... No. See any staff member and we can help you get in the class you would like. Invite your friends to come join the fun.

14. Questions????? If you have specific questions regarding..... Guard – speak with Shamra Percussion – speak with Ian