It’s almost time…

Na-na-na-na-NAHHH…
BAND CAMP!!!! (Sung to the Batman Theme song  J )

Below is a note from Mr. Smigell:

Band camp is 2 weeks away! It's time to start thinking about what to pack, what new break dancing move you are going to try at the dance, what skit you will dream up for talent night and HOW AWESOME IT'S GOING TO BE!!!!

Couple important dates to note:

SQUAD LEADER DAY: Is Thursday August 11. I found everyone that applied in May to be acceptable candidates and all applicants passed the written exam, so bottom line: If you applied for squad leader, you made it! (If you didn’t take the test, please contact Mr. Smigell) We will expect to see you at the Squad Leader Orientation and Newbie training day. We will be working from 9am-2pm. IT IS MANDATORY.

Bring Water bottles, sunscreen and lunch!

NEWBIE DAY: Is Friday August 12. This day is provided as a service and a courtesy to new members of the marching band to get them ready for band camp and for the season. If this is your first year as a member of the marching band, it is optional, but HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you attend this informative and helpful day of practice. All Squad leaders are expected to attend. We will be working from 9am-2pm.

Bring marching shoes, instruments, water bottles, sunscreen and lunch!

-Smigell

Most of you MB members are all set with payment and forms, if you are not, have them ready to present at check-in, Monday morning August 15 at 7:30 am.

Additional items to bring:

Bring two towels (one for showers, one for the pool), BUG SPRAY (It’s bad this year!), SUNSCREEN!!! And boys…bring a fan if you can (NO AC).

 All Band members MUST check-in at the table with a PARENT in case there is a form/payment missing.

If you have medicine to turn over, our Camp Nurse, Mrs. Baker will meet with parents for instructions at this time.

The timeline for Monday, August 15:

Check-In: 7:30 a.m.

Load Buses: 8:00 a.m.

Leave Howell: 8:30 a.m. SHARP!

Return will be approximately 3-4 p.m. Friday, August 19. Your student can call or text you with our ETA. Drop off will be in front of the High School.

After Band Camp:

Monday, August 22^nd is UNIFORM DAY (after MB practice). You will be fitted for your MB uniform; this will take several hours to accommodate all newbies and refits. Time will be posted on the BLOG.

Tuesday, August 23^rd is PICTURE DAY. Our scheduled time is 11 a.m. This might change. See the BLOG when we get back. Group (Individual photos can be taken also) photos will be available for purchase, pick-up forms at Uniform fitting on Monday.

Be prepared for the weeks after Band Camp and before school starts. Every Marching Band member should have a pair of Khaki Shorts ready and BLACK athletic shoes and  BLACK socks for marching. This along with our 2011-12 HHS MB Shirt is our alternate hot weather uniform.

Once we are back from band camp there will be 4-5 rehearsals a week before school starts. This schedule is not written in stone, but pencil in Monday-Thursday, August 22-25, 7-9 a.m. for now. We have 2 games before the first day of school this year so be prepared for longer rehearsals! Our first game is Thursday, August 25 at Rynearson Stadium, Eastern Michigan University at 8 p.m.!!!

See you all two weeks!
Mrs. Taylor

Marching Band season plans are already underway and camp will be here before we know it. Please make sure you have the following dates on your calendar !

Pre camp rehearsals:

August 11th- drum majors and squad leaders (MANDATORY)

August 12th- Newbie day (anyone new to marching band this year). Very important as you will be learning basic marching techniques. Wear marching shoes and bring your instrument.

Band Camp August 15th-19th.

Once we are back from band camp there will be 4-5 rehearsals a week before school starts. We have 2 games before the first day of school this year so be prepared for longer rehearsals !

Check back for exact times and further details as camp gets closer.