Good morning band families from your Boston group!!
At time, 9:55am, we are just outside of Buffalo, NY. We are anticipating arriving back to the high school between 4:30-5pm. We will update as we get closer. You never know what traffic we will run into. Thanks!!
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Here’s a few more FAQ’s regarding Boston!!
Please check out both posts if you missed them.
1. Can we drop luggage off early and will it be locked up? Yes! Mrs. Allegoet offered to come in early & open up the band room for early luggage drop off. She will be there at 7am. Your luggage will be locked in a practice room.
2. Will my luggage that was locked in a practice room magically show up on the bus? No. You need to make sure you are in the band room to check in, drop medications in original prescription bottles off to the nurse, and then take your luggage to the waiting busses. The faster this gets done, the faster we are headed out to Boston!!!
3. Can we bring snacks on the busses? Yes. Our first stop for dinner will be approx. 6-7pm depending on traffic.
4. Where will I leave my backpack that has my dirty clothes and toiletries in it on Thursday during our travels around Boston? On the bus. It’s locked and with the drivers at all times that we are not on them.
I hope this helps!
Please check out both posts if you missed them.
1. Can we drop luggage off early and will it be locked up? Yes! Mrs. Allegoet offered to come in early & open up the band room for early luggage drop off. She will be there at 7am. Your luggage will be locked in a practice room.
2. Will my luggage that was locked in a practice room magically show up on the bus? No. You need to make sure you are in the band room to check in, drop medications in original prescription bottles off to the nurse, and then take your luggage to the waiting busses. The faster this gets done, the faster we are headed out to Boston!!!
3. Can we bring snacks on the busses? Yes. Our first stop for dinner will be approx. 6-7pm depending on traffic.
4. Where will I leave my backpack that has my dirty clothes and toiletries in it on Thursday during our travels around Boston? On the bus. It’s locked and with the drivers at all times that we are not on them.
I hope this helps!
FAQ's about Boston recently;
1. When do the student use their money to eat out? On the way out to Boston at our dinner stop, anything in the itinerary that states "lunch on your own," and on the way back home Sunday morning we will stop to grab a quick bite to eat.
2. Do we let them sleep with their seatmate during lights out time on the busses on the way back and forth? We split the busses into males on one side, females on the opposite side during the lights out times. Usually this is around 9-10pm or so. Depends on when we can give them the full 8 hours of sleep.
3. Can parents/guardians come up to say goodbye? For sure! If you are not at work, or busy otherwise, come wave to the busses and give one last smooch!
4. What if something has changed on my son or daughter's medical form? Please either fill out a new one, go back in the blog and print it from around October 2017, or come in at check in time to update the nurses file.
5. I have more questions, what do I do? Call or text Christyne MacDermaid 734-476-0312. If you'd rather talk directly to Mr. Smigell, feel free to email him at smigellj@howellschools.com
1. When do the student use their money to eat out? On the way out to Boston at our dinner stop, anything in the itinerary that states "lunch on your own," and on the way back home Sunday morning we will stop to grab a quick bite to eat.
2. Do we let them sleep with their seatmate during lights out time on the busses on the way back and forth? We split the busses into males on one side, females on the opposite side during the lights out times. Usually this is around 9-10pm or so. Depends on when we can give them the full 8 hours of sleep.
3. Can parents/guardians come up to say goodbye? For sure! If you are not at work, or busy otherwise, come wave to the busses and give one last smooch!
4. What if something has changed on my son or daughter's medical form? Please either fill out a new one, go back in the blog and print it from around October 2017, or come in at check in time to update the nurses file.
5. I have more questions, what do I do? Call or text Christyne MacDermaid 734-476-0312. If you'd rather talk directly to Mr. Smigell, feel free to email him at smigellj@howellschools.com
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Boston Packing Suggestions
We are close enough to Boston take off that we actually have their local weather!! I've included this. I'm confident the students can count how many days we will be gone and how many shirts, pants and other items they'll need to pack. I'm including a list of suggestions so they all can be as comfortable as possible. Clothing should be comfortable, school and weather appropriate attire. We are not asking that they dress up for the symphony, just that they do their best to look as presentable as possible after a long day of checking out Boston.
Friday, April 13, 2018
Boston itinerary, Collage, Banquet and more
Good evening!!
Final Boston Information
Departure day, April 25, we will need your student's luggage dropped off prior to the start of school or right at 2pm so we can load the busses. The busses will be leaving Howell High at 3:30pm sharp. There really isn't time for running home due to check in and loading all of the instruments and luggage. Students, make sure you have a soft carry on backpack or small bag, with a change of clothes, toothbrush, deodorant, and freshening up items for the following day. We will freshen up in hotel rooms when we arrive at the hotel Thursday morning and then it's off for our first full day in Boston. You will have access to your main piece of luggage Thursday evening when we unload. All medications must be in their original prescription bottle, labled in a ziplock bag with your students name, and turned into Nurse Baker at check in.
Please take a look at the Final Boston Itinerary so you can plan and pack accordingly. It will help you to have a copy with you on the trip so you can follow along with the plan for the day, so please print this. In years past, we've changed clothing mid-day, prior to the symphony to dressy attire. This year we will not be doing that. Instead we are asking that you try to go for business casual on this day. So, no ripped jeans or sloppy attire. We realize we will be on the go, in Boston, all day prior to the symphony and hope you'll be comfortable, but presentable for the symphony.
Parents and guardians, please keep an eye on our FaceBook page, Howell HS Band for updates on our arrival time on Sunday, April 29. We will also remind the students to text or call home with updates on our arrival time as well. Students, please remember to bring cash for the meals that you will have on your own. Please text or email Christyne MacDermaid with any questions you have. 734-476-0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u_Dar_A7Qm60aiB1QMad9ZaJfgEPKDRh7161OzJNVIE/edit?usp=sharing
April 20, 2018 Band Camp paperwork and first deposit due
May 3, 2018 Collage
May 15, 2018 7pm Band Banquet (info to follow soon)
Final Boston Information
Departure day, April 25, we will need your student's luggage dropped off prior to the start of school or right at 2pm so we can load the busses. The busses will be leaving Howell High at 3:30pm sharp. There really isn't time for running home due to check in and loading all of the instruments and luggage. Students, make sure you have a soft carry on backpack or small bag, with a change of clothes, toothbrush, deodorant, and freshening up items for the following day. We will freshen up in hotel rooms when we arrive at the hotel Thursday morning and then it's off for our first full day in Boston. You will have access to your main piece of luggage Thursday evening when we unload. All medications must be in their original prescription bottle, labled in a ziplock bag with your students name, and turned into Nurse Baker at check in.
Please take a look at the Final Boston Itinerary so you can plan and pack accordingly. It will help you to have a copy with you on the trip so you can follow along with the plan for the day, so please print this. In years past, we've changed clothing mid-day, prior to the symphony to dressy attire. This year we will not be doing that. Instead we are asking that you try to go for business casual on this day. So, no ripped jeans or sloppy attire. We realize we will be on the go, in Boston, all day prior to the symphony and hope you'll be comfortable, but presentable for the symphony.
Parents and guardians, please keep an eye on our FaceBook page, Howell HS Band for updates on our arrival time on Sunday, April 29. We will also remind the students to text or call home with updates on our arrival time as well. Students, please remember to bring cash for the meals that you will have on your own. Please text or email Christyne MacDermaid with any questions you have. 734-476-0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u_Dar_A7Qm60aiB1QMad9ZaJfgEPKDRh7161OzJNVIE/edit?usp=sharing
April 20, 2018 Band Camp paperwork and first deposit due
May 3, 2018 Collage
May 15, 2018 7pm Band Banquet (info to follow soon)
Thursday, April 12, 2018
Thursday, April 05, 2018
Lock-In and BC Scholarship Apps due tomorrow, PP Fundraiser Extended
Lock-In: TOMORROW
The annual HHS Band Lock-in is Friday April 6th @9pm - Saturday April 7th @5am. It is for all students in the HHS Band Program and 8th graders in the Howell District Bands. Admission is $10 to help cover costs for food / drinks. Super fun night for everyone involved. Info Form and Permission slip below. Permission Slips are to be hand in AT THE DOOR of the Lock-In - it is the students' "ticket" (along with the $10) to the event.
The annual HHS Band Lock-in is Friday April 6th @9pm - Saturday April 7th @5am. It is for all students in the HHS Band Program and 8th graders in the Howell District Bands. Admission is $10 to help cover costs for food / drinks. Super fun night for everyone involved. Info Form and Permission slip below. Permission Slips are to be hand in AT THE DOOR of the Lock-In - it is the students' "ticket" (along with the $10) to the event.
Lock - In Info / Permission Slip: Here
**These have also been on the Sheet Shack near Smigell's Office in the Band Room**
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**These have also been on the Sheet Shack near Smigell's Office in the Band Room**
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Band Camp:
Students who plan to participate in Howell High School Highlander Marching Band in the 2018 - 2019 school year must attend camp in August. Camp begins with pre-camp dates at Howell High School, followed by 5 days / 4 nights together at Eagle Village.
Pre-Band Camp: 8am – 4pm* @ Howell High School
Thursday, August 9th: Leadership Day – Squad Leaders and Drum Majors
Friday, August 10th: New Member Day – Everyone New to HHS Marching Band (SL / DM)
Band Camp @ Eagle Village: http://www.eaglevillage.org/
Sunday, August 12th to Thursday, August 16th: Everyone**
*Dismissal times may vary due to weather / what we cover.
**We meet at the HHS and travel by bus. More exact travel times will be announced at a later date (usually around 7am-ish on Sunday and 3/4pm-ish on Thursday)
*Dismissal times may vary due to weather / what we cover.
**We meet at the HHS and travel by bus. More exact travel times will be announced at a later date (usually around 7am-ish on Sunday and 3/4pm-ish on Thursday)
The Information Packet and Forms that were handed out during the info meeting are listed below. These forms are also available on the Sheet Shack outside Mr. Smigell's Office in the HHS Band Room.
Individual Forms (that are in the Zip File):
- Band Camp Packet / Student Registration Packet (pdf )
- Scholarship Application (pdf)
- Volunteer/Chaperone Registration Packet (pdf)
- Additional Payment Voucher Form (pdf )
- Charms Withdrawal Request Form (pdf) (doc)
- 8th Grade Information Packet (pdf)
Individual Forms (that are in the Zip File):
- Band Camp Packet / Student Registration Packet (pdf )
- Scholarship Application (pdf)
- Volunteer/Chaperone Registration Packet (pdf)
- Additional Payment Voucher Form (pdf )
- Charms Withdrawal Request Form (pdf) (doc)
- 8th Grade Information Packet (pdf)
Full Band Camp Costs is $325 - unless paid in full on initial deposit (which is $300).
Initial payment of $50 and all forms are due on Friday, April 20th.
**Band Camp Scholarship Applications are due Tomorrow, Friday, April 6th.**
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Perfectly Posh Fundraiser:
The fundraiser deadline has been extended until Wednesday, April 11th. Order forms are in the band room in the Sheet Shack outside of Mr. Smigell's Office in the HHS Band Room. (the forms are too big to be scanned for the blog - sorry!)
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~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Initial payment of $50 and all forms are due on Friday, April 20th.
**Band Camp Scholarship Applications are due Tomorrow, Friday, April 6th.**
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Perfectly Posh Fundraiser:
The fundraiser deadline has been extended until Wednesday, April 11th. Order forms are in the band room in the Sheet Shack outside of Mr. Smigell's Office in the HHS Band Room. (the forms are too big to be scanned for the blog - sorry!)
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~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Wednesday, April 04, 2018
Home Show Sign Up
The Livingston County Home Show is right around the corner (April 13th - 15th). We need volunteers to help at the concessions stand to raise money for the boosters. There are two ways you can help. (1) Students can sign-up for a shift. The sign-up sheets are in the band room. Students can either earn money for the Charms account or get credit for community service if that is what they need. (2) We also need parents to supervise. Parents can sign-up through this Sign-up Genius link: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050e4ba9af2fa31-livingston.
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