1. SPIRIT OF SAGINAW BAND 101

2. REGISTRATION SATURDAY 5/27 9am-2pm Do this before SATURDAY!!
Go online and complete the online STUDENT form completion
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 with electronic signature
Complete the online forms before hand. This will save you TIME!
****Make sure cookies and pop-up blockers are turned off on your computer****

3. Payment plans available. Draft on the 1st or 15th day of the month
New Student Dues
Band = $600
Show Shirt
Under Armour
Ball Cap
Gloves
Shoes
Meals
Uniform
SOS Cards
March-a-Thon
Tech Fees
Fall Band Trip
Color Guard = $735
Show Shirt
Pep Rally Shorts
Gloves
Show Shoes
Wind suit Jacket/Pants
Duffle Bag
Rifle
Meals
SOS Cards
March-a-Thon
Tech Fees
Fall Band Trip
After the first year, payments do go down!
If your student is involved in Winter Drumline or Winter Guard, there are separate dues.
Payment plans ARE available.
Payments will draft on the 1st or 15th day of the month (your choice)
Receive a 10% discount when you pay in FULL on registration day.
Payment plans available. Draft on the 1st or 15th day of the month

4. Dues Breakdown
Family & Team work
Hardwork/Work Ethic
Responsibility
Time Management
Leadership skills
Discipline
Learn to take care of their body
To make and accomplish goals
That it takes hours of hard work & practice to make a champion
Life-long friendships
Your band dues are really an investment in opportunities to develop attributes that will serve your child throughout their lives.

6. Comparison Time
Keller Indian Band - $ without a trip. $1355 with a trip
L.D. Bell Blue Raider Band - $995 with TWO trips.
Timber Creek Falcon Band - $805 with a trip.
Chisholm Trail Regiment Band - $
This is a comparison of new member band fees
We researched what similar program’s dues are.
WOW!
As you can see, our dues are coming in under surrounding programs.
These numbers represent new member dues.

7. 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
This fee is to help offset the cost of instrument repairs.
Any damage your student causes to your instrument beyond normal wear & tear, they will be responsible for.

8. March-a-Thon Every student is responsible for raising $100
The entire band and color guard will march 5 miles
Every student is responsible for raising $100
Built into your dues
All proceeds go to the Spirit of Saginaw Band to bring in instruction, equipment, other needed materials
ALL STUDENTS PARTICIPATE
You can still go around to collect donations if you want…the more the merrier!
The proceeds of this event are what get us through Marching Season to cover expenses, including high end instruction, equipment, music, clinicians, and much more.
If every student (240) brought in just $100…that would go so FAR!

9. Marching SHOW Through the Keys Featuring music from:
Fur Elise (Beethoven); Moonlight Sonata (Beethoven)
Eine Kleine Nachtmusik (Mozart); Rondo alla Turca (Mozart; Brubeck
Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2(Liszt)

10. Competition Marching Band Non-Varsity Marching Band
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.
Non-Varsity Marching Band
Perform in the stands and at half time for the Star Steppers at all home and away football games
March a Friday Night Spot
Assist with the competition half-time show on Saturdays
Perform at select school related & District events
Attend August band camps
Attend all scheduled marching band rehearsals and performances during the school year.
Positions will be determined during August band camp

11. 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
Black Binder with sheet
protectors

12. 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
Music Fundamentals
More Music!
We will be OUTSIDE during evening blocks
The schedule is being finalized. Estimate 8am-8pm day (with a lunch and dinner break)

13. 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!

14. Summer Band Events Every Tuesday & Thursday: Band Family Fit & Fun Camp from 8-9am
Freshman Fundamental Camp
June 5, 8am-noon
Color Guard Mini Camp (required)
June 5, 6, 8;
Color Guard Camp (required)
July 10-13, CTHS
Drum Camp (required)
July 24-27; 9am – 4pm
Band Camp (required)
July 31, 8am-8pm
August 1-4, 8am-8pm
August 7-11, 8am-8pm
August 14, 15, 17, 5-9pm
August 17, Parent Night 7pm
Make all efforts to attend all camps. The more that is missed, the further behind your student is when they return.

15. 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), baseball hat
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 all black hose/tights/stockings)

16. 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.

17. 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 1st Tuesday of every month
Booster Committees:
Uniforms
Concessions
Loading Crew
Transportation
Meals
We LOVE help. And We NEED you!

18. Donations
Running a band program takes a lot of supplies and resources. Please consider donating some of the following to help keep us going:
Batteries
9 volt AA
AAA
Paper

19. Registration Day: May 22nd
Before May 22nd:
Complete the online forms ahead of time to save time!
Visit on a laptop/desktop computer.
Will need contact information, medical/insurance info
Registration Day
Come to SHS; Parent & Student come together. Wear shoes & socks (you will be fitted for a marching uniform)
9am-2pm

20. INFORMATION STATION
Information is always happening. Stay up to date by:
Websites:
Director website:
Booster website:
Sign-up to receive the Newsletter (booster site)
Facebook Saginaw Band Boosters
Remind 101: text to 81010

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

22. Any more questions?
Ask any Director. We are glad to help.

23. FAQs
Am I allowed to visit with my child or give them food/drink at a football game?
Students get 3rd quarter off to chat and get food/drink. Beverage and food items are not allowed in the stands with the equipment.
Can I talk to the Band Director(s) at games?
Unless it is an extreme emergency, please hold off. Remember, we are still at work 
When can I talk to the Director(s)?
is the best way to get in touch with us. From there we can set-up a time to talk.
What if it’s raining? Do I pick up my child?
Even if it’s raining, we still have practice. We
monitor weather and will plan accordingly. Sign-up
for the Remind alerts.

24. FAQs How do I get involved? What if my child has special needs?
Volunteer with the band boosters and become a member. We want as much help as you can offer.
What if my child has special needs?
Communication is key. Let the directors know so we can make sure your student gets the best experience.
Can I be a chaperone on a trip?
Absolutely! Fill out a form with our Boosters
How do I know stadium locations?
They will be on the weekly itinerary created by Mr. Pearson, and posted on the website. They will also be in the newsletter, and remember to visit the calendar.
How do I know if my child made the show?
Auditions are held the first week of band camp in
August to determine marching spots.

25. FAQs
UIL rule…how many hours can the Band, Drum Line, and Color Guard practice?
During the school week, 8 hours of rehearsal. We get 1 additional hour on performance days.
Someone told me to move my car…
Please avoid parking in the loading dock at all times.
Use marked parking spaces in the student area or staff parking area.
Why so many expenses?
The expenses are for quality instruction, equipment, repairs, uniform maintenance, music arrangements, drill, costumes, transportation for trips, FOOD (the list goes on).
Taking off the uniform in front of others…?
Students wear compression shorts & shirt under the uniform. They also have designated dressing rooms and restrooms to change in.
At no time will students be permitted to take their uniform off unless in an appropriate space.

26. FAQs When can I talk to the Director(s)!!
is the best way to contact us.
Why does it take so long to be dismissed?
All equipment must be put away, and uniforms hung correctly. We are a team and family. We take pride in doing everything together, including dismiss. We don’t dismiss until everything is complete (correctly)
Why can’t I take my student home? When?!
We travel as a group. Unless it is an emergency, let students travel together. This can also be a time when great memories and friendships are made.
Why are the bleachers taped off at football games?
Student groups (band, drill team) must have their locations to sit. We tape off bleachers to ensure our students have a seat.
What about the Band Boosters?
Join!!! Meetings are the 1st Tuesday of the month at
7pm. We meet in the band hall.