WELCOME TO HOMECOMING!!


And now, in the news...


Schedule for Homecoming day:

6th hour
Students will be dismissed at the end of 5th hour and shall go right to the band room, get their instruments, and proceed to the field house. The Drumline, the band, the majorettes, and the flags will all be performing!!! Yeah!

2:30 -3:30 Homecoming dress rehearsal at the stadium

3:30-4:30 get in uniforms

4:30 get on busses for parade

5:00 Parade (begins at paige field)

6:00-6:30 Bus back and food

6:30 Step off

6:45 Pregame

The choir will be singing the national anthem.

We will be playing a portion of Malaguena during pregame halftime will be occupied by the court (We will be participating, but only playing an accompanying role).

IT IS IMPORTANT TO KNOW THAT YOUR CHILD WILL BE GONE ALL DAY LONG!!!!


Things to bring:
Green howell band shirt
Black shoes
white socks (Yes white socks. I will be happy to explainif you like)

Things you can wear under the uniform:
underwear
tshirts
spandex
thermal underwear
long sleeve t shirt
underarmor (or equivalent clothing)
thin shorts

Things you cannot wear under the uniform:
JEANS
Hoodies
Sweatshirts
clothing that will show outside the uniform
Nothing at all.. you should have at least a pair of shorts and a tshirt on underneath your uniform
jean shorts
cargo shorts

WE WILL BE USING FABREEZE ON THE UNIFORMS TO MAKE THEM A LITTLE "FRESHER". If you (The student) are allergic to fabric fresheners or any kind of detergents, please let us know first thing tomorrow morning, and we will set it aside.

IMPORTANT!!! IF YOU HAVE NOT TURNED IN YOUR GRADING RATIONALE SLIP, YOU HAVE TO GET IT IN OR YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MARCH AT HOMECOMING!!!

Ok... I think that is it.. Here are some dates coming up:

Next Tuesday: Extra rehearsal from 6-7:30pm
Next Friday: Extra rehearsal from 3-4:30PM
Next Friday: Pep Band at Brighton (Optional)
Tuesday october 10th, 2006 MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL IN WALLED LAKE!!!!! Super Important!

October 28th, 2006 University of Michigan Hockey Pep band Substitution gig!!! (I'll explain very soon more about this... this group is by audition and TONS OF FUN!!!

PIT BAND: We are doing Guys and Doll this year. The auditions for Pit Band will be probably next week or so.... more information soon.

ok... that really is it...

SEE YOU TOMORRROW!!!

Smigell

ATTENTION... ATTENTION!!!

There is no practice tonight, Monday, sept 25, 2006. I am sick and Mr. Stimson had a family emergency. The perfect storm. We are trying to reschedule the evening rehearsal for sometime this week. I will let you know more about it tomorrow. I WILL be in come heck or high water. Very sorry about all this. Don't worry, we will be ok.

Smigell

HOMECOMING TAILGATE FEAST!!! This coming Friday is one of the last three tailgates provided to the band members. We have on the menu: Mostacholli(sp?), Vegetable Lasagna(GNC is great for these two), salads and Garlic toast. Should you wish to bring one of these dishes or a dish not listed(fruit,veggie tray?), please let me know by Wed. the 27th. Powdered mix beverages(enough for two 5 gal. containers) and all desserts are appreciated also!! Stay to serve and eat also.

Julie Dennis 517.303.4850 cell. Please leave message!

IMPORTANT CHANGE OF INFORMATION!!! THE FOOTBALL GAME IS AT PINCKEY MIDDLE SCHOOL!!!
RECHECK THE ADDRESS!!! TELL ALL YOUR FRIENDS!!!

Hello Folks... I just had a meeting with Mr. Breiner and Mr. Smith (the new HS principal) today and they told me that we were mentioned at the KVC principal's meeting!!! Apparently, Novi just thinks we are the coolest thing since sliced bread. They were really impressed with our pep band... They asked our people how we get the band to come out... I guess we just have fun and it shows!


Having said that... The next pep band gig is TOMORROW SEPT 22, 2006 at PINCKNEY!!! Time to show our stuff again and have a blast while we're doing it! Here are the guidelines:

1. The kids show up at 6:30PM at Pinckney HS. Everyone needs to find their own ride (times, they are tough, very sorry), but the students get in the game for free.

2. Students can get their instruments between 5:30 and 6 pm at the high school if they do not want to bring it home on the bus. The band room will not be open after the game.

3. ANYONE in the Howell High School Instrumental Music Program is invited to the game!! Even if you are not in marching band!!! Just make sure to wear one of our yearly band shirts, and you are set (If you don't have one, see me during school and we will hook you up)

4.There are no permission slips since everyone finds their own way there. We find that this has worked the best in case it rains at the game or a student needs to leave early.

5. I will give cell number to the kids in class tomorrow (I'd rather not leave it on the internet) so you can reach me if there is a problem.

6. In the event that it rains.... Check the blog before you leave. If we cancel our part of the game, it will be posted by 6pm tomorrow. Otherwise, assume the game is on.

Directions: THIS IS DIFFERENT FROM BEFORE!
If you are reading this, you can also go to mapquest (or your other favorite map site) and plan your route:

Pinckney Middle School (Yes, they have the football games at the old high school)
2100 East M-36
pinckney, MI 48169

See you there!!!

Stay tuned!!! Coming soon... A FULL CALENDAR!!! Hockey pep band!! Info on upcoming concerts, marching festival and MUCH MUCH MORE!!!!


Smigell

Hi all - Put this date on your calendar: Saturday, October 28. It is the date for our next fundraiser called Tag Day. On Tag Day, band students, color guard and majorettes will wear their uniforms and ask for contributions in front of local businesses. In exchange for a donation, they are given a "tag" which states "Thanks for supporting the Howell Band". They will have a bucket for contributions, and may have a folding "Support the Howell Band" sign. Traditionally, this has been our biggest fundraiser, so please have your child participate! Money the students earn can be used to pay for band camp, lessons, instruments, the band trip next year, etc. We will need parental help with driving the kids to various locations in town. More information on this to come, but save the date on your calendar!

Tag Day is going to be held the same day as "The Legend of Sleepy Howell" so downtown should be bustling with activity. The organizers are looking for some drumline members to lead a parade around 5:30 pm of kids in costume. Let me know if you are interested in that.

Margaret Bigham 517.548.2324

Sunday night greetings everyone!!!


And now... in the news...


1. PLEASE GET YOUR GRADING RATIONALE SIGNED AND RETURNED ASAP!!! You will not be allowed to march in a home game until you turn it in!!

2. The band room is a little messy. I will be in at about 7:00 am on Monday to clean it up a little. Anyone willing to help should be there and receive my eternal thanks.

3. Even though the schedule is for rain... We MUST rehearse at the field tomorrow for our evening rehearsal. Bring a change of clothes, or a rain jacket if you can... Because we are marching in anything but Thunder and lightning.

See you tomorrow!

SMigell

Outcome of car wash totaled over $650.00 to be distributed between the 26 students who participated and the band booster's general fund. We had great weather, donated food and beverage by the owner of Cruz N Express, John Hummel, who drove in from Laingsburg to oversee the car wash. He monitored the oil changes and gave me a check totaling $120.00, which was 10% of the oil changes or services that day alone!(this is included in total). All in all, the kids were given their positions , worked great together and handled themselves very well, even in their playful moments! We had board members to Harleys(which I had my picture taken on), DTE and Comcast employees. Yeh, even Mr. Smigell, who was basking in the glow of the Howell win over Novi the night before. All these kids were at the game the night before and showed up at their designated time. Thanks to all who participated and made overseeing you quite fun as usual. I have plenty of towels, two laundry baskets and even a picnic basket from the last tailgate(call me and I will coordinate you obtaining). I am finishing the laundering of these and will bring and place near the back wall of the band room by the drinking fountain this week for those who would like them returned. I received so many, I couldn't tell you whose was whose so good luck. They were all used so thank you again! So remember if you continue to cater your oil changes to this facility, 10% will be given back to the band boosters! Look for oil change cards from this store soon to be available for purchase too! Hey, did I mention the Glynn's famous stromboli! Thanks Pam!!it was Yummy!

Julie Dennis
517.303.4850 business cell/please leave a message

A FAUX HEART ATTACK, AND PEP BAND INFORMATION!

Hello everyone!!

I woke up yesterday morning, and had pain in my chest and left arm. I went to the hospital and they held me there all day. My symptoms were aparently realistic enough for them to give me nitro and give me a stress test, along with many ekg's, blood tests and examinations. In the end, they determined that I am in good health and must have had a panic attack. Thanks for everyone's concern!


OK..... IN THE NEWS:


PEP BAND AT NOVI IS TONIGHT!!! Everyone in the band program is invited to go!!! It is a lot of fun, and it can be counted toward making up time for band/marching band.

here is the info:
-You have to find your own transportation. If you are reading this, you have the internet! Go to one of the map site (mapquest, google maps... etc) and look up this address 24062 TAFT RD, NOVI, MI 48375
-Report time at the game will be 6:30ish. If you want to get in for free (just the band students, that is), you must be at the gate of the stadium (we should be easy to spot. You also should wear a Howell Band shirt (doesn't have to be this years, but it should be a band shirt) To help identify us.
-I will be at the school from 5 to 5:45 if people want to pick up their instrument (like the tubas and the drums). I WILL NOT BE RETURNING TO HOWELL HIGH SCHOOL AFTER THE GAME, so you will need to bring your instrument back on Monday.

SEE YOU THERE!!!!! LET'S GO GET EM!!!!

SMIGELL

Shalom, all you Cyber-bandos!

Now... In the news!!

WE ARE TAKING THE SHOW ON THE ROAD!!! The athletic director from Novi has given us the green (and gold)light to perform at the HOWELL/NOVI game in Novi this Friday!!!!! Everyone in the band program is invited... More news on that very soon

GRading rationales are finally being distributed to your children... Please make sure to sign them and return them when they come home to you....


Ok.... peace out... it's time for rehearsal!!

CAR WASH head count needed by Wed.!! Currently there are approximately 17 kids working each shift. A majority are working all day. The sign up sheet will remain on the chalkboard until Wed. After that you may call me to let me know if you want to work all day or a four hr. shift. I also need to know that if you are working you will donate a towel. Currently I have few supplies offered. We need lots of towels, sponges, car wash detergent and a few more hoses. Purchased donations can be tax deductible. Temperature looks clear and warm so please dress appropriately, you may wish to bring something to drink and eat. Parents are needed of course!

Remember that the money you earn can be used for band expenses: trips, band camp, lessons, repairs etc.

Julie Dennis
517.303.4850 (this is my business phone, so please leave a detailed message)

You are all invited to the first Band Booster meeting of the year - Tuesday, Sept. 12
at 7:00 pm, in the high school band or choir room.

Margaret B.

Thanks to all who provided food and water and then stayed to serve at the tailgate last night!! Lots of laughs!! What a variety of food we received. Yummy!

Three more home games, two of which are very special and festive: Homecoming and Senior recognition(Parents are welcome to stay and partake at any game!! We even have fun in the stands surrounding the band... embarrassing our kids of course!). Will update the closer they get.

I am overwhelmed (in a good way) with the offers of help. Thanks again!!!

Julie Dennis 517.303.4850 cell/leave message!

HELLO BAND BLOGGERS!!!


Now.... In the news....

UNIFORM FOR THE FOOTBALL GAME WILL BE THE SAME AS THE FIRST... THIS MEANS BAND SHIRT, KHAKI SHORTS, WHITE SOCKS, BLACK BAND SHOES.

REPORT TIME FOR THE FOOTBALL GAME WILL 4:00 PM. Run down as follows:

4-5pm Runthrough and rehearsal

5-6 tailgate

6-6:30 prepare

6:30 stepoff

etc.etc.

rehearsal times for monday will be as follows:

after school until 3:30: optional sectionals

5:30-7:30 mandatory rehearsal at the stadium

Hope this helps,

Smigell

Psst! The car wash is listed on WHMI's website and will be announced next week on our behalf. Spread the word!*car wash and oil changes*... Did you sign up for a shift yet? Bring a towel...we will need many!

Remember to always scroll down in case you missed any of the other announcements or amendments. Check daily, things can change in a moments notice.

Julie 517.303.4850

Tailgate Donations needed for Friday September 8!! We are looking at hot dogs and hamburgers as the main menu for the upcoming tailgate. There are approximately 128 kids to feed(and a few directors) so keep in mind the amount needed. The determination on whether we will be able to have a tailgate at each home game will be based on the amount of donated items. Fruit and veggie trays go over well. Perhaps pork and beans, corn or other side dishes might be provided by you. Please contact me by Wednesday September 6 to sign you up! The kids appreciate since they may not have an opportunity to leave the school to grab a bite or have a family member available to bring them something before the game.
We also need water to dispense in the stands!!!

Julie Dennis 517.303.4850

PLEASE READ THIS MESSAGE AND PASS ALONG TO EVERYONE YOU KNOW THAT IS NOT "WEB SAVVY":

The 8/29, 8/30, and 8/31 posting are all very important to the upcoming events of the HHS Band program. Make sure to take a look at these so you don't miss out on a single moment of this fantastic year!!

now in the news:

- I hope you like this blog thing, because I find it to be very helpful for me getting out information. Until we get a comprehensive web identity (many ideas are in the works... I'll explain soon), I would like this to remain the primary method for getting info to you.

-The Senior picnic was a success! I think we might have one next year too! Thanks to the kids (and lets face it, some parents too) for bringing all those delicious side dishes! Also, thanks to Denise Alexander for stopping by and helping out!

-There have been murmuring of a "Battle of the KVC drumlines" hosted at Brighton HS... What does the D-line think?

REMINDER: THERE IS NO PRACTICE ON MONDAY, BUT THERE IS PRACTICE ON TUESDAY!!! 2:30-3:30PM
REMINDER: MB NEEDS TO SHOW UP AT 7:15AM ON TUESDAY TO PLAY FOR THE THE STUDENTS


Enjoy your weekend and see you on Tuesday!

Smigell