Twirling Competition May 14, 2011
This is going to be a much bigger event than originally anticipated! I could use 8 student volunteers for the first 2 shifts. The shifts are posted on the bulletin board in the band room. If you can help, please add your information below the first few signed up. I could really use parents too. I have one so far that is helping me set up the morning shift. I could use at least 3 more. Please, email me, call me, or have your student sign you up in the band room if you can help.
Another way to help is to donate a few things that we'll need throughout the day. We could use at least 6 pounds of taco meat donated. If you know how to make Puppy Chow and then put it in small snack sized, or sandwich sized Ziploc bags we'd appreciate that!! If you are attending banquet, you can get your donation to me then, or we can make other arrangements.
Thank you so much for your continued support of the band program!!
Christyne MacDermaid
christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com
734-476-0312
Band Banquet!!
I have only received 8 RSVP's to banquet. I am hoping that if you are coming to banquet, you could turn in your RSVP as soon as possible. There are forms in the band room if you need one. You can turn those into the locked mailbox in the band room. Thanks!!
Monday, April 25, 2011
HOWELLPALOOZA!!!
It’s BAAAAACK!!! It’s FREEEEE!
Come to the coolest concert of the year, this Thursday, April 28 at 7pm.
Rock bands, Jazz, Sketch comedy, Dance, Percussion, Flags,Twirlers, ODD TALENTS, singing, and surprise guests are on the docket!
DON’T MISS IT!!!
BAND CAMP
Marching Band Camp Applications and Deposit are due by April 30th!!! Please get those apps and $ in….
It’s BAAAAACK!!! It’s FREEEEE!
Come to the coolest concert of the year, this Thursday, April 28 at 7pm.
Rock bands, Jazz, Sketch comedy, Dance, Percussion, Flags,Twirlers, ODD TALENTS, singing, and surprise guests are on the docket!
DON’T MISS IT!!!
BAND CAMP
Marching Band Camp Applications and Deposit are due by April 30th!!! Please get those apps and $ in….
Band Banquet
May 12, 2011 6pm
Howell High School Cafeteria
$12 Adults
$8.50 12 and under
Band Seniors FREE!
Catered by TJ's River BBQ Catering this year!! Invites are available in the band room. Please send RSVP and Money in by May 5, 2011 so I can get a good idea on how many to expect. Prices at the door are $13 Adults and $9 Kids 12 and under.
MI Twirling Competition May 14, 2011
Volunteers Needed for the upcoming twirling competition!!
This is a great fundraiser for our High School Band and Twirlers! Those who volunteer their time to work this event will earn some money for their student account. You'll also be helping out the twirlers and the band as well! Please sign up in the band room! We need Parent volunteers as well. If you're interested in helping and a spot is full, please email me your name or write your name and phone number under the desired time slot. I'll call you if times open up, or I decide we need more people!
Thanks!
Mrs. MacDermaid
734-476-0312
christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com
May 12, 2011 6pm
Howell High School Cafeteria
$12 Adults
$8.50 12 and under
Band Seniors FREE!
Catered by TJ's River BBQ Catering this year!! Invites are available in the band room. Please send RSVP and Money in by May 5, 2011 so I can get a good idea on how many to expect. Prices at the door are $13 Adults and $9 Kids 12 and under.
MI Twirling Competition May 14, 2011
Volunteers Needed for the upcoming twirling competition!!
This is a great fundraiser for our High School Band and Twirlers! Those who volunteer their time to work this event will earn some money for their student account. You'll also be helping out the twirlers and the band as well! Please sign up in the band room! We need Parent volunteers as well. If you're interested in helping and a spot is full, please email me your name or write your name and phone number under the desired time slot. I'll call you if times open up, or I decide we need more people!
Thanks!
Mrs. MacDermaid
734-476-0312
christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com
Sunday, April 17, 2011
There is a band booster meeting coming up on Wednesday, April 27th at 6:30 in the HHS band room. One of the things we will be discussing at this meeting are board positions for the 2011-2012 school year. We are in need of a tailgating coordinator, fundraising chairperson, special events coordinator, etc. For complete job descriptions please e-mail me at Shannone1@aol.com. We need to recruit some incoming 9th and 10th grade parents to replace those of us whose students will be graduating soon. Being an active part of the boosters is a great way to stay involved with your student's band experience and meet great people. Hope to see you there =)
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Lots of information to get out to you all! Please take the time to check out all the upcoming Band events!
2011 Lock-In
(Also see below for earlier post by Mrs. MacDermaid!!!)
All current and Eighth Grade Band members (only) are invited to attend! Extra forms are in the Band Room. Lock-In is this Friday/Saturday, April 15 & 16 in the HHS Field House. The cost is $10.00. The fee covers food and snacks all night, Open Swim from 9-11, Inflatable Joust House, Video Games, Dodge Ball and tons of other fun for current Band students. Participants must have a signed Lock-In Permission Form and register at 8 pm. NO admittance after 9pm will be permitted. CHECK-OUT will be at 5 am on Saturday the 16th. Students must be picked up no later than 6am. Parents/guardians must come into the field house when picking up their student. Students will not be allowed to leave alone.
Registration for 2011 Band Camp has begun!!!
This year the 2011-12 Howell Highlander Marching Band will be attending Eagle Village Camp in Hersey, Michigan. Band Camp will be the Monday, August 15- Friday, August 19.
Pre-Band camp will be Thursday, August 11 for Squad Leaders and Drum Majors and Friday, August 12 for everyone new to Marching Band.
There are TWO ways to pay this year!
1) Save $10.00 and pay in full $250.00 by April 30th
2) Two Payment Option: Minimum Deposit of $50 by April 30th
Second Payment of $210 is due by May 27th
Band Camp Packets have been given out to students, if you still need yours please go to http://www.charmsoffice.com/ and enter HowellHSBand. Click the Handouts Tab, then click the Band Camp Forms folder.
If you need to access your Student Account, enter your Student Number for your account balance. If you would like to request $ from your account, please print out a Student Account Withdrawal Form from the Handouts Tab.
If you have any questions, please email Robin at rl.taylor@comcast.net
Collage Concert
You are cordially invited to our annual Collage Concert, Thursday, April 21st at 8:00 pm in the Howell High School Auditorium.
Howellpalooza
It’s Baaack!!! Howellpalooza will be Thursday, April 28th at 7:00 pm, mark your Calendars!!!
Band Banquet
It’s time to start getting ready for the Band Banquet! If you are so inclined you can download the Points form from Charms and start filling it out. Please put in the Band Mailbox for review by our Drum Majors. SENIORS… you need to get your Baby and Senior pictures to Mr. Donovan ASAP! Send jpg’s to jim.donovan@hp.com .
More info to come on the Banquet soon! Mark your calendars for Thursday, May 12!
Monday, April 11, 2011
LOCK IN!! APRIL 15-16 Students please arrive at the high school field house no later than 8pm, April 15, 2011. Those of you driving yourself, please be prepared to turn in your permission slip signed by your parent or guardian. Oh, and those car keys! NO ONE is permitted to leave until 5am. Parents dropping off your student, please be prepared to walk in and sign your student out at 5am. We are still in need of 2 more chaperone's to fill the Midnight to 6am slots. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid @ 734-476-0312 if you can help us out. Chaperone's please make sure your back ground checks have been done at the HIGH SCHOOL, I'll check those Tuesday. Students if you have any game systems you'd like to bring that would be great!! See you there!!
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Monday, March 21, 2011
Sunday, March 20, 2011
THANK YOU to everyone who helped out with festival. All three bands did a GREAT job....we are very proud of them !
Please don't forget about the BAND CAMP PARENT MEETING this Wednesday, March 23rd at 7:00 in the band room. Mr. Smigell will be sharing information about the camp, dates, costs, etc.
The band boosters will be meeting at 5:30 in the band room before the band camp meeting if you'd like to join us. We'll be discussing upcoming events, fundraising opportunities and filling the board positions for next year. Hope to see you there.
Please don't forget about the BAND CAMP PARENT MEETING this Wednesday, March 23rd at 7:00 in the band room. Mr. Smigell will be sharing information about the camp, dates, costs, etc.
The band boosters will be meeting at 5:30 in the band room before the band camp meeting if you'd like to join us. We'll be discussing upcoming events, fundraising opportunities and filling the board positions for next year. Hope to see you there.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
We are in need of a few more chaperones to help with the Band Festival on Saturday, March 19th. If you can help out, please call Shannone Bondie at (517)294-0421 or send an e-mail to Shannone1@aol.com. Times are as follows:
Concert Band 7:00am-10:45am
Symphonic Band 12:00pm-4:15pm
Wind Ensemble 2:30pm-6:30pm
THANK YOU !!
Concert Band 7:00am-10:45am
Symphonic Band 12:00pm-4:15pm
Wind Ensemble 2:30pm-6:30pm
THANK YOU !!
Thursday, March 03, 2011
FESTIVAL NEWS
Pre-Festival Concert
Report Time: 6:30 p.m.
Thursday March 10, 7:00 p.m.
HHS Auditorium
Dress: Normal performance attire- Black Tie, White Shirt, Black Pants or Skirt
Here's the Festival Schedule:
Concert
Report: 7:00 a.m.
Buses Leave Howell H.S.: 7:30 a.m.
Arrive South Lyon H.S.: 8:00 a.m.
Perform: 9:00 a.m.
Depart South Lyon H.S.: 10:15 a.m.
Arrive Howell H.S.: 10:45 a.m.
Symphonic
Report: 12:00 p.m.
Buses Leave Howell H.S.: 12:30 p.m.
Arrive South Lyon H.S.: 1:00 p.m.
Perform: 2:30 p.m.
Depart South Lyon H.S.: 3:45 p.m.
Arrive Howell H.S.: 4:15 p.m.
Wind
Report: 2:30 p.m.
Buses Leave Howell H.S.: 3:00 p.m.
Arrive South Lyon H.S.: 3:30 p.m.
Perform: 4:35 p.m.
Depart South Lyon H.S.: 6:00 p.m.
Arrive Howell H.S.: 6:30 p.m.
Dress: Normal performance attire- Black Tie, White Shirt, Black Pants or Skirt
Pre-Festival Concert
Report Time: 6:30 p.m.
Thursday March 10, 7:00 p.m.
HHS Auditorium
Dress: Normal performance attire- Black Tie, White Shirt, Black Pants or Skirt
Here's the Festival Schedule:
Concert
Report: 7:00 a.m.
Buses Leave Howell H.S.: 7:30 a.m.
Arrive South Lyon H.S.: 8:00 a.m.
Perform: 9:00 a.m.
Depart South Lyon H.S.: 10:15 a.m.
Arrive Howell H.S.: 10:45 a.m.
Symphonic
Report: 12:00 p.m.
Buses Leave Howell H.S.: 12:30 p.m.
Arrive South Lyon H.S.: 1:00 p.m.
Perform: 2:30 p.m.
Depart South Lyon H.S.: 3:45 p.m.
Arrive Howell H.S.: 4:15 p.m.
Wind
Report: 2:30 p.m.
Buses Leave Howell H.S.: 3:00 p.m.
Arrive South Lyon H.S.: 3:30 p.m.
Perform: 4:35 p.m.
Depart South Lyon H.S.: 6:00 p.m.
Arrive Howell H.S.: 6:30 p.m.
Dress: Normal performance attire- Black Tie, White Shirt, Black Pants or Skirt
Thursday, February 24, 2011
LIVINGSTON COUNTY HOME SHOW
March 25-27, 2011
Once again our band has the opportunity to run the concession stand during the Home Show. Earn Money for your student account and help out! Sign up forms will be available in the band room next week. We need parents too! Parents do not earn money toward your students account, but are very much appreciated!
BAND CAMP MEETING
There will be an informational band camp meeting on March 23, 2011 at 7pm in the band room. More fundraiser opportunities will be available too. Please pass the word and join us!
Other dates to put on your calendar and we'll post more info soon:
April 15, 2011 LOCK IN!!
May 12, 2011 BAND BANQUET!!
May 14, 2011 TWIRLING COMPETITION= more money in your student account!
March 25-27, 2011
Once again our band has the opportunity to run the concession stand during the Home Show. Earn Money for your student account and help out! Sign up forms will be available in the band room next week. We need parents too! Parents do not earn money toward your students account, but are very much appreciated!
BAND CAMP MEETING
There will be an informational band camp meeting on March 23, 2011 at 7pm in the band room. More fundraiser opportunities will be available too. Please pass the word and join us!
Other dates to put on your calendar and we'll post more info soon:
April 15, 2011 LOCK IN!!
May 12, 2011 BAND BANQUET!!
May 14, 2011 TWIRLING COMPETITION= more money in your student account!
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
BIG, BIG BAND FUNDRAISING NEWS!!!
We are pleased to announce that we have the wonderful opportunity to handle the Pepsi & Ice distribution for the 2011 Michigan Challenge Balloonfest!!!
MUCH more information forthcoming...
We are going to to need lots of Parent and Student support! This is a SIGNIFICANT opportunity for fundraising!
Please keep these dates open....
Thursday, June 23 - Sunday, June 26
We are pleased to announce that we have the wonderful opportunity to handle the Pepsi & Ice distribution for the 2011 Michigan Challenge Balloonfest!!!
MUCH more information forthcoming...
We are going to to need lots of Parent and Student support! This is a SIGNIFICANT opportunity for fundraising!
Please keep these dates open....
Thursday, June 23 - Sunday, June 26
Monday, February 21, 2011
Thursday, February 10, 2011
FUNDRAISER EXTENSION AND CORRECTION!!!
THERE WILL BE 2 MORE WEEKS TO GET YANKEE CANDLE ORDERS TURNED IN!! PLEASE TURN THEM ALL IN ON FEBRUARY 24, 2011!!
FOR THE REST OF THE FUNDRAISER IF YOU COULD HAVE FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO HOWELL BAND BOOSTERS, THAT WOULD HELP! CHECKS ALREADY MADE TO HOWELL BANDS WILL BE FINE, BUT THE REST MADE TO THE BOOSTERS WILL HELP OUT!!!
QUESTIONS CALL OR EMAIL CHRISTYNE MACDERMAID
734-476-0312
CHRISTYNEMACDERMAID@YAHOO.COM
THERE WILL BE 2 MORE WEEKS TO GET YANKEE CANDLE ORDERS TURNED IN!! PLEASE TURN THEM ALL IN ON FEBRUARY 24, 2011!!
FOR THE REST OF THE FUNDRAISER IF YOU COULD HAVE FRIENDS AND FAMILY MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO HOWELL BAND BOOSTERS, THAT WOULD HELP! CHECKS ALREADY MADE TO HOWELL BANDS WILL BE FINE, BUT THE REST MADE TO THE BOOSTERS WILL HELP OUT!!!
QUESTIONS CALL OR EMAIL CHRISTYNE MACDERMAID
734-476-0312
CHRISTYNEMACDERMAID@YAHOO.COM
Monday, January 31, 2011
FUNDRAISER STARTS FEB 1st!!
Please pick up your Yankee Candle packets Tuesday in the band room! You will earn 40% on anything you sell!! That is huge!! Band Camp payments will be here before you know it, and there's a trip next year! Start getting some money in your account. This will be a quick fundraiser. It is due Feb 10! I can't take any late orders, so please get them in on time!
Any questions:
Mrs. MacDermaid
734-476-0312
Christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com
Please pick up your Yankee Candle packets Tuesday in the band room! You will earn 40% on anything you sell!! That is huge!! Band Camp payments will be here before you know it, and there's a trip next year! Start getting some money in your account. This will be a quick fundraiser. It is due Feb 10! I can't take any late orders, so please get them in on time!
Any questions:
Mrs. MacDermaid
734-476-0312
Christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Some events to put on your Calendar...
Drumline/ Parent Informational Meeting
Tuesday, January 25 at 5:30, HHS Band Room
Howell Band Boosters Meeting
Wednesday, January 26 at 6:30 pm, HHS Band Room
Livingston County Honors Band Concert
Monday, January 31 at 7:30 pm, HHS Auditorium
Come and enjoy an evening of music played by the top High School Musicians in the County, directed by our own Jason Smigell!
Solo & Ensemble
Saturday, February 5
Ask your student for more information
Pre-Festival Concert
Concert, Symphonic and Wind Ensemble
Thursday, March 10 at 7:00 pm, HHS Auditorium
Festival
Concert, Symphonic and Wind Ensemble
Friday/Saturday, March 18,19
Livingston County Home Show
Friday-Sunday, March 25-27
Major Fundraising Opportunity for ALL Band Members
Howellpalooza
Jazz Band, Irish Group, Rock Band Class, Color Guard and other performers...
Thursday, March 31 at 7:00 pm, HHS Auditorium
Lock-In and Band Banquet Dates TBA Soon!
Howell Baloonfest
June 23-26
NEW MAJOR Fund Raising Opportunity for ALL Band Members
Details to announced soon!!!
Pre-Band Camp
(Participation TBA)
August 10-12
Howell High School
Band Camp
All Incoming and Existing MB Members
August 15-19
Bayshore Camp, Sebewaing, MI
Drumline/ Parent Informational Meeting
Tuesday, January 25 at 5:30, HHS Band Room
Howell Band Boosters Meeting
Wednesday, January 26 at 6:30 pm, HHS Band Room
Livingston County Honors Band Concert
Monday, January 31 at 7:30 pm, HHS Auditorium
Come and enjoy an evening of music played by the top High School Musicians in the County, directed by our own Jason Smigell!
Solo & Ensemble
Saturday, February 5
Ask your student for more information
Pre-Festival Concert
Concert, Symphonic and Wind Ensemble
Thursday, March 10 at 7:00 pm, HHS Auditorium
Festival
Concert, Symphonic and Wind Ensemble
Friday/Saturday, March 18,19
Livingston County Home Show
Friday-Sunday, March 25-27
Major Fundraising Opportunity for ALL Band Members
Howellpalooza
Jazz Band, Irish Group, Rock Band Class, Color Guard and other performers...
Thursday, March 31 at 7:00 pm, HHS Auditorium
Lock-In and Band Banquet Dates TBA Soon!
Howell Baloonfest
June 23-26
NEW MAJOR Fund Raising Opportunity for ALL Band Members
Details to announced soon!!!
Pre-Band Camp
(Participation TBA)
August 10-12
Howell High School
Band Camp
All Incoming and Existing MB Members
August 15-19
Bayshore Camp, Sebewaing, MI
Thursday, January 13, 2011
SENIORS!!!
Mr. Donovan has requested that you get your Senior and Baby pictures out and send them digitally to him at the following address jim.donovan@hp.com .
Please try to get this done early, that way there's one less thing to worry about in April!!!
Thanks, Seniors!
Mr. Donovan has requested that you get your Senior and Baby pictures out and send them digitally to him at the following address jim.donovan@hp.com .
Please try to get this done early, that way there's one less thing to worry about in April!!!
Thanks, Seniors!
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Hello Everyone!
Thank you so much to everyone who came to last night's concert! There were so many things that went well. I thought the kids played great (I was so proud of them!!), and I was really pleased with the turnout too! I have to be honest, I felt kind of odd asking for donations, but I am really glad we did. I was humbled by the generosity of the band community once again. Words cannot express my gratitude, particularly in times like these. If you brought people from out of town to the concert and they donated, please pass along my thanks.
On a somewhat related note, I was impressed by the audience last night when they held their applause until the end of the three movement suite that symphonic band performed. This is the sign of an informed group of listeners. It is nice to see that concert etiquette is not dead yet.
Anyway, I thought I would kind of drop a note to you all and catch up on a little bit of business, and some more good news:
CONGRATULATIONS:
To the following people for doing well on their msboa ALL STATE auditions!
Evan Clifton (All State orchestra, Trombone)
Carly Jakrzewski (All State Band, Clarinet)
Joe Swift (All State honorable mention, Bassoon)
Congrats to the following people for making Livingston County Honors Band!
(We are hosting the concert this year! The concert is January 31st)
Katie Bondie
Emily Brogan
Evan Clifton
Caitlin Green
Carly Jakrzewski
Lauren Lys
Grace Katalinich
Joe Swift
ok.. that's about it. Don't forget to order pizza and go to Bennigans tomorrow! More stuff and information about upcoming events is on the way including Festival, Solo and ensemble, The musical (Beauty and the Beast), Howellpallooza and more!
-Smigell
Thank you so much to everyone who came to last night's concert! There were so many things that went well. I thought the kids played great (I was so proud of them!!), and I was really pleased with the turnout too! I have to be honest, I felt kind of odd asking for donations, but I am really glad we did. I was humbled by the generosity of the band community once again. Words cannot express my gratitude, particularly in times like these. If you brought people from out of town to the concert and they donated, please pass along my thanks.
On a somewhat related note, I was impressed by the audience last night when they held their applause until the end of the three movement suite that symphonic band performed. This is the sign of an informed group of listeners. It is nice to see that concert etiquette is not dead yet.
Anyway, I thought I would kind of drop a note to you all and catch up on a little bit of business, and some more good news:
CONGRATULATIONS:
To the following people for doing well on their msboa ALL STATE auditions!
Evan Clifton (All State orchestra, Trombone)
Carly Jakrzewski (All State Band, Clarinet)
Joe Swift (All State honorable mention, Bassoon)
Congrats to the following people for making Livingston County Honors Band!
(We are hosting the concert this year! The concert is January 31st)
Katie Bondie
Emily Brogan
Evan Clifton
Caitlin Green
Carly Jakrzewski
Lauren Lys
Grace Katalinich
Joe Swift
ok.. that's about it. Don't forget to order pizza and go to Bennigans tomorrow! More stuff and information about upcoming events is on the way including Festival, Solo and ensemble, The musical (Beauty and the Beast), Howellpallooza and more!
-Smigell
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Holiday Concert
Just a reminder that our Holiday Concert is next Tuesday, December 14 at 7:00 p.m. At the end of the concert we will be for the first time asking for a donation (non-mandatory), so please put a couple of dollars in your pocket to help out the band program this year! Also, our green Howell Bears will be available for purchase.
Report Time:
Percussion/Stage crew: 6:00pm
Jazz band: 6:15pm
Everyone Else: 6:30pm
The Tuxedo Shirts are ordered, please see Mr. Smigell (Remember No $$$, No Shirt!) Shirt $14.00, Bowtie: $4.00, Make checks out to Howell Bands
Concert Dress as Follows:
Concert Band: A standard white formal shirt (see above) and Black bowtie on top. On bottom: Members should wear either black pants (no jeans or sweats, please) or school appropriate black skirt.
Symphonic Band: Same
Wind Ensemble:Same, except that all members have been fitted with a Tuxedo jacket provided by the school.
Percussion Ensemble: All Black
Just a reminder that our Holiday Concert is next Tuesday, December 14 at 7:00 p.m. At the end of the concert we will be for the first time asking for a donation (non-mandatory), so please put a couple of dollars in your pocket to help out the band program this year! Also, our green Howell Bears will be available for purchase.
Report Time:
Percussion/Stage crew: 6:00pm
Jazz band: 6:15pm
Everyone Else: 6:30pm
The Tuxedo Shirts are ordered, please see Mr. Smigell (Remember No $$$, No Shirt!) Shirt $14.00, Bowtie: $4.00, Make checks out to Howell Bands
Concert Dress as Follows:
Concert Band: A standard white formal shirt (see above) and Black bowtie on top. On bottom: Members should wear either black pants (no jeans or sweats, please) or school appropriate black skirt.
Symphonic Band: Same
Wind Ensemble:Same, except that all members have been fitted with a Tuxedo jacket provided by the school.
Percussion Ensemble: All Black
Thursday, December 02, 2010
Livingston County Honors Band
LCHB is a unique opportunity for all students to play outside their normal ensemble. Howell High School is the host school this year. Audition music is available now from Mr. Smigell.
Any student may audition next Wednesday, December 8 in the Band Room. You may audition any time between 4:00-7:00 p.m.
The LCHB Rehearsal Schedule is as follows:
January 10, HHS, 7-9 p.m.
January 24, HHS, 7-9 p.m.
January 29, Fowlerville, 9-4 p.m.
January 31, HHS, 8 a.m. -2 p.m., Concert at 7:30 p.m., HHS
LCHB is a unique opportunity for all students to play outside their normal ensemble. Howell High School is the host school this year. Audition music is available now from Mr. Smigell.
Any student may audition next Wednesday, December 8 in the Band Room. You may audition any time between 4:00-7:00 p.m.
The LCHB Rehearsal Schedule is as follows:
January 10, HHS, 7-9 p.m.
January 24, HHS, 7-9 p.m.
January 29, Fowlerville, 9-4 p.m.
January 31, HHS, 8 a.m. -2 p.m., Concert at 7:30 p.m., HHS
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Hockey Band
Report Time is 5:00 p.m. SHARP! (Don't be Late!!!)
Wear Jeans and a long sleeved t-shirt that is Yellow, White, or Blue (Gray if you have to).
Make sure to have your signed Hockey Band Trip form, instrument and music. We will be returning to HHS at 11:00-11:30 p.m.
Fantasy of Lights Parade
Report time for the parade is at 5:30 pm at the Band Room (Bus will take us to and from the parade). Bring white marching gloves if you have them, as we have about 50 and need just a few more to make it work.
Be sure to dress warm and wear layers under your uniform. No jeans under your uniform please, long underwear or something of that nature would be better. See you all Friday, November 26!
Make sure your family and friends visit our Band Booster Booth in Christmas Alley. Boosters will be selling our Howell Bears for $10.00 a piece.
Holiday Concert
Mark your calendars for the Holiday Concert, Tuesday, December 14th at 7:00pm.
Report Time is 5:00 p.m. SHARP! (Don't be Late!!!)
Wear Jeans and a long sleeved t-shirt that is Yellow, White, or Blue (Gray if you have to).
Make sure to have your signed Hockey Band Trip form, instrument and music. We will be returning to HHS at 11:00-11:30 p.m.
Fantasy of Lights Parade
Report time for the parade is at 5:30 pm at the Band Room (Bus will take us to and from the parade). Bring white marching gloves if you have them, as we have about 50 and need just a few more to make it work.
Be sure to dress warm and wear layers under your uniform. No jeans under your uniform please, long underwear or something of that nature would be better. See you all Friday, November 26!
Make sure your family and friends visit our Band Booster Booth in Christmas Alley. Boosters will be selling our Howell Bears for $10.00 a piece.
Holiday Concert
Mark your calendars for the Holiday Concert, Tuesday, December 14th at 7:00pm.
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Monday, November 08, 2010
Please come out and support the Band Boosters by selling Howell Bears in Christmas Alley!
Where: Downtown Howell, in the Farmer's Market Area
When: November 26, 2010 Before and During Fantasy of Lights
Shifts: 2-4pm, 4-6pm, 6-9pm.
Contact: Christyne MacDermaid if you can help. 734-476-0312, christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com
I hope to see you there!
Pizza Fundraisers are due this Thursday to the band room mailbox!
Where: Downtown Howell, in the Farmer's Market Area
When: November 26, 2010 Before and During Fantasy of Lights
Shifts: 2-4pm, 4-6pm, 6-9pm.
Contact: Christyne MacDermaid if you can help. 734-476-0312, christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com
I hope to see you there!
Pizza Fundraisers are due this Thursday to the band room mailbox!
Thursday, November 04, 2010
THE CERAMIC STUDIO etc. FUNDRAISER
Please join us for some fun at the Ceramic Studio etc.
November 6, 2010 11am-7pm
Glass or Ceramic Projects
Create Holiday Gifts!
Numerous Ceramic Projects under $20
Glass Projects $15-$60
Refreshments will be served
Mention You are supporting The Howell Band and they'll donate 10% to us!
Teen Night also!! 7pm-9pm TEENS ONLY NO PARENTS ALLOWED!!
Enjoy a fun night out with your friends, you're parent isn't allowed!
You'll receive 10% off of your project and 10% goes to the BAND TOO!!
Please contact the Ceramic Studio if you are interested in joining Teen Night.
(517) 548-5386 4132 E. Grand River, Howell MI Near Los Tres Amigos
www.TheCeramicStudioEtc.com
Please join us for some fun at the Ceramic Studio etc.
November 6, 2010 11am-7pm
Glass or Ceramic Projects
Create Holiday Gifts!
Numerous Ceramic Projects under $20
Glass Projects $15-$60
Refreshments will be served
Mention You are supporting The Howell Band and they'll donate 10% to us!
Teen Night also!! 7pm-9pm TEENS ONLY NO PARENTS ALLOWED!!
Enjoy a fun night out with your friends, you're parent isn't allowed!
You'll receive 10% off of your project and 10% goes to the BAND TOO!!
Please contact the Ceramic Studio if you are interested in joining Teen Night.
(517) 548-5386 4132 E. Grand River, Howell MI Near Los Tres Amigos
www.TheCeramicStudioEtc.com
Tuesday, November 02, 2010
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Hey Band!!!
Report time for Friday Night's Playoff game is
6:30 pm at the gate, with your instrument!!!
(if you need to be dropped off earlier, it's fine, but be at the gate at exactly 6:30!!!)
Please wear your Howell Band Shirt and remember your music...
REMEMBER: It is mandatory for ALL Marching Band personnel to be at all HOME playoff games.
Report time for Friday Night's Playoff game is
6:30 pm at the gate, with your instrument!!!
(if you need to be dropped off earlier, it's fine, but be at the gate at exactly 6:30!!!)
Please wear your Howell Band Shirt and remember your music...
REMEMBER: It is mandatory for ALL Marching Band personnel to be at all HOME playoff games.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Last Call for Band Shirts /Hoodies (Really!!!)
Shirts are $10.00 and Hoodies are $24.00, $27.00 for XXL, XXXL.
Email Robin at rl.taylor@comcast.net
Monday, October 18, 2010
Hey Band
If you are interested in watching last Friday's football game/halftime (we hope!), it will broadcast on Comcast channel 900, Wed Oct 20th at 7:00pm
You can also go to mhsaa.com after Wednesday to view game/halftime and buy DVDs.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Hey Band!
Here's the scoop for the next couple of weeks...
(Please scroll down for Friday's Tailgate info!!!)
Friday- Senior Night (Note Earlier Times!!!)
2:30-3:30- Practice
4:45-5:30- Tailgate
5:30- Report Time (Seniors, please get your Uniform's first!)
We will be getting a Senior Picture with Mr. Smigell :)
6:00- Step Off
6:30- Senior Night Presentation
Senior Parents: You will need to buy tickets at the ticket booth, then proceed to far end of stadium by Band Bleachers and the gate by the Giant Football Helmet.
Please be there by 6:15 pm for the Senior Night Presentation, so you don't miss a thing!!!
MB Practice Next Week
Tuesday- 2:30-3:30
Fall Concert
Tuesday, October 19 @ 7:00pm
Report time for everyone is 6:30pm.
This concert is going to be particularly cool since we will have THE MARCHING BAND PERFORMING for an extremely rare indoor performance (Don't forget your black socks and marching shoes!!!). We have a plan for a "Grande Entrance". I think everyone is going to enjoy it! Dress for the first part (Non marching band) portion of the concert is "Dress nicely". This means no bluejeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts, or tennis shoes. Good choices for gentlemen include School appropriate shirt and tie, sweater, slacks (Corduroy, khaki, etc.). Good choices for ladies incllude school appropriate skirts or slacks, blouses or sweaters, or snazzy school appropriate tops. As is customary, our regular concert uniforms will be passed out/ordered for our holiday concert.
Pep Band
Our last regular Away game is next friday, Pep Band details to come...
Please know that our Howell Highlander Football has qualified for the Playoffs (Yeah!!! Way to go Highlanders!) which means that the ENTIRE Marching Band is required to be at all HOME Playoff games. We will play as a Pep Band (No Marching). Away Playoff Pep bands will be determined on a game to game basis.
Here's the scoop for the next couple of weeks...
(Please scroll down for Friday's Tailgate info!!!)
Friday- Senior Night (Note Earlier Times!!!)
2:30-3:30- Practice
4:45-5:30- Tailgate
5:30- Report Time (Seniors, please get your Uniform's first!)
We will be getting a Senior Picture with Mr. Smigell :)
6:00- Step Off
6:30- Senior Night Presentation
Senior Parents: You will need to buy tickets at the ticket booth, then proceed to far end of stadium by Band Bleachers and the gate by the Giant Football Helmet.
Please be there by 6:15 pm for the Senior Night Presentation, so you don't miss a thing!!!
MB Practice Next Week
Tuesday- 2:30-3:30
Fall Concert
Tuesday, October 19 @ 7:00pm
Report time for everyone is 6:30pm.
This concert is going to be particularly cool since we will have THE MARCHING BAND PERFORMING for an extremely rare indoor performance (Don't forget your black socks and marching shoes!!!). We have a plan for a "Grande Entrance". I think everyone is going to enjoy it! Dress for the first part (Non marching band) portion of the concert is "Dress nicely". This means no bluejeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts, or tennis shoes. Good choices for gentlemen include School appropriate shirt and tie, sweater, slacks (Corduroy, khaki, etc.). Good choices for ladies incllude school appropriate skirts or slacks, blouses or sweaters, or snazzy school appropriate tops. As is customary, our regular concert uniforms will be passed out/ordered for our holiday concert.
Pep Band
Our last regular Away game is next friday, Pep Band details to come...
Please know that our Howell Highlander Football has qualified for the Playoffs (Yeah!!! Way to go Highlanders!) which means that the ENTIRE Marching Band is required to be at all HOME Playoff games. We will play as a Pep Band (No Marching). Away Playoff Pep bands will be determined on a game to game basis.
Monday, October 11, 2010
Tailgate Senior Night Oct. 15!
Menu: Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, (Veggie ones will be available!), Chips, Salads, and CAKE!!
We need:
Chips - 4 Large Bags
Hot Dog Buns - 7 Dozen
Salads - 4-5 Pasta, Macaroni, or Potato
Ketchup - 2 Bottles
Mustard - 2 Bottles
Relish - 2 Jars
75 Slices of American Cheese
A few cases of water for the last home game (for now)!
We could also use 4-5 people to help serve food.
Please contact Mark and Anne Michaels if you can donate any of the food, before purchasing food. Their contact info is below if you scroll down to last week's tailgate.
Thanks!!
Menu: Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, (Veggie ones will be available!), Chips, Salads, and CAKE!!
We need:
Chips - 4 Large Bags
Hot Dog Buns - 7 Dozen
Salads - 4-5 Pasta, Macaroni, or Potato
Ketchup - 2 Bottles
Mustard - 2 Bottles
Relish - 2 Jars
75 Slices of American Cheese
A few cases of water for the last home game (for now)!
We could also use 4-5 people to help serve food.
Please contact Mark and Anne Michaels if you can donate any of the food, before purchasing food. Their contact info is below if you scroll down to last week's tailgate.
Thanks!!
Thursday, October 07, 2010
Fall Band Concert Help!
October 19, 2010
Band Boosters is hosting another fundraiser and we need your help. Well, the first 20 of you who respond anyway! We will have a bake sale before and after the concert. We need 20 people to donate some baked goods. Please call or email Christyne MacDermaid if you can help!
Thanks!!
Mrs. MacDermaid
734-476-0312
christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com
Please read below also! We might still need some items donated for the tailgate!
October 19, 2010
Band Boosters is hosting another fundraiser and we need your help. Well, the first 20 of you who respond anyway! We will have a bake sale before and after the concert. We need 20 people to donate some baked goods. Please call or email Christyne MacDermaid if you can help!
Thanks!!
Mrs. MacDermaid
734-476-0312
christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com
Please read below also! We might still need some items donated for the tailgate!
Sunday, October 03, 2010
This is the first of THREE new posts...so be sure to read them all !!
Here is the tailgate information for the the 8th grade night scheduled for 10/08/10. We are in need of the following. Remember, we ask that each marching band family send in food for at least one tailgate- there are only two left this season !! Thank you.
Taco Night:
22 pounds taco meat
125 hard shells
60 soft shells
chopped tomatoes
sour cream
shredded lettuce
salsa
5 large trays or bowls of fruit
donuts - 14 dozen
cider - 7 gallons
I planned for 160 people, not knowing for sure the number of 8th graders and parents. Please contact Mark or Anne Michaels at mamichaels@charter.net before purchasing anything.
Looking ahead, we will have fresh grilled hamburgers and hot dogs for senior night 10/15, will provide the list of food as the date gets closer. Thanks! Mark
Here is the tailgate information for the the 8th grade night scheduled for 10/08/10. We are in need of the following. Remember, we ask that each marching band family send in food for at least one tailgate- there are only two left this season !! Thank you.
Taco Night:
22 pounds taco meat
125 hard shells
60 soft shells
chopped tomatoes
sour cream
shredded lettuce
salsa
5 large trays or bowls of fruit
donuts - 14 dozen
cider - 7 gallons
I planned for 160 people, not knowing for sure the number of 8th graders and parents. Please contact Mark or Anne Michaels at mamichaels@charter.net before purchasing anything.
Looking ahead, we will have fresh grilled hamburgers and hot dogs for senior night 10/15, will provide the list of food as the date gets closer. Thanks! Mark
Hey MB Seniors
Senior Night, Friday, October 15 is on the horizon...
Once again we will be honoring you and your parents at the last home football game halftime of the year !
Make sure to fill out the Senior night form that I emailed to all of you and return it to the Band Mailbox by Monday, October 11.
Extra forms can be downloaded off Charms (under the Handout tab on the main screen)
Thanks!!! Mrs. Taylor
??? @ rl.taylor@comcast.net
Senior Night, Friday, October 15 is on the horizon...
Once again we will be honoring you and your parents at the last home football game halftime of the year !
Make sure to fill out the Senior night form that I emailed to all of you and return it to the Band Mailbox by Monday, October 11.
Extra forms can be downloaded off Charms (under the Handout tab on the main screen)
Thanks!!! Mrs. Taylor
??? @ rl.taylor@comcast.net
Hey Marching Band!
This schedule includes our Eighth Grade Howell Band members that will be joining us at the football game this friday!
Monday
6:30-9:00 pm- HighSchool MB
6:30-8:00 pm- Eighth Grade Band Members
Tues-Friday
2:30-3:30 pm- Practice for High School MB
For Everyone Friday (HS & 8th Grade):
5:00pm- Meet at Stadium for run through
5:30pm- Tailgate Dinner for HS, then 8th Grade (HS needs to eat first to have time for uniforms)
6:00pm- Uniforms
6:30pm- Step-Off
Friday, October 01, 2010
Tag Day Update
ARRIVAL TIMES:
Please come to the band room to get into your uniform!
Flags or twirlers can wear their own costume!
Arrive at 8:15am if you signed up for the morning shift
Arrive at 11:15am if you signed up for the afternoon shift
After getting into uniform, you will be divided into groups and driven by a parent helper to a business. You will be picked up from the business at the end of your shift and returned to the high school to turn in your uniform. I will explain the rest in the band room before leaving.
If there is anyone who still wants to participate, please let Christyne MacDermaid know via phone or text to 734-476-0312. I'll also be at the Milford Game tonight!
PLEASE read Mr. Smigell's post below about Pep Band tonight!!!
Thanks!
Mrs. MacDermaid
ARRIVAL TIMES:
Please come to the band room to get into your uniform!
Flags or twirlers can wear their own costume!
Arrive at 8:15am if you signed up for the morning shift
Arrive at 11:15am if you signed up for the afternoon shift
After getting into uniform, you will be divided into groups and driven by a parent helper to a business. You will be picked up from the business at the end of your shift and returned to the high school to turn in your uniform. I will explain the rest in the band room before leaving.
If there is anyone who still wants to participate, please let Christyne MacDermaid know via phone or text to 734-476-0312. I'll also be at the Milford Game tonight!
PLEASE read Mr. Smigell's post below about Pep Band tonight!!!
Thanks!
Mrs. MacDermaid
Hello!
Here is the information for Pep Band at Milford:
It is tonight. It is optional. It is free. It is fun. You have to find your own ride. Kim will be at Howell high school at 5:45 for people that want to pick up their instruments before the game but DONT BE LATE. She cannot stay for too much longer after that.
Report time is 6:30 at Milford High School. Wear you black transformers shirt or you wont get in free. Wear it and you are FREEEEEEEE!
There is a chance of rain but not significant. We will go there regardless and if it rains, we will stop playing and go home. The rain isnt supposed to show up until 8:30 if it shows up at all anyway.
Bring all your music!
Bring back your instrument on Monday. There will be no service to HHS on Friday night after the game.
Below is a link for directions to Milford. We double checked them this time.
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?1c=Howell&1s=MI&1a=1200+W+Grand+River+Ave&1z=48843-1913&1y=US&1l=42.611392&1g=-83.94545&1v=ADDRESS&2c=Milford&2s=MI&2a=2380+S+Milford+Rd&2z=48381-3149&2y=US&2l=42.554173&2g=-83.61805&2v=ADDRESS
It looks like you could also take m59 straight to milford rd and take a right. Your choice.
ok.. i think that is about it. Pack a slicker just in case, and we will see you tonight!! :)
-Smigell
Here is the information for Pep Band at Milford:
It is tonight. It is optional. It is free. It is fun. You have to find your own ride. Kim will be at Howell high school at 5:45 for people that want to pick up their instruments before the game but DONT BE LATE. She cannot stay for too much longer after that.
Report time is 6:30 at Milford High School. Wear you black transformers shirt or you wont get in free. Wear it and you are FREEEEEEEE!
There is a chance of rain but not significant. We will go there regardless and if it rains, we will stop playing and go home. The rain isnt supposed to show up until 8:30 if it shows up at all anyway.
Bring all your music!
Bring back your instrument on Monday. There will be no service to HHS on Friday night after the game.
Below is a link for directions to Milford. We double checked them this time.
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?1c=Howell&1s=MI&1a=1200+W+Grand+River+Ave&1z=48843-1913&1y=US&1l=42.611392&1g=-83.94545&1v=ADDRESS&2c=Milford&2s=MI&2a=2380+S+Milford+Rd&2z=48381-3149&2y=US&2l=42.554173&2g=-83.61805&2v=ADDRESS
It looks like you could also take m59 straight to milford rd and take a right. Your choice.
ok.. i think that is about it. Pack a slicker just in case, and we will see you tonight!! :)
-Smigell
Monday, September 27, 2010
EARN MONEY FOR YOUR STUDENT ACCOUNT
There's still time to sign up for Tag Day, October 2nd, this Saturday!!
Please sign up as soon as possible if you know you can be there! We still need parents and students for both shifts 9am-Noon and Noon-3pm. Please call or email Christyne MacDermaid if you have questions.
We just found out that we can have a booth at the Farmer's Market on this Sunday, October 3rd! We will be selling the Howell Bears at the booth and could use some help there as well. This runs from 8am-2pm. If any students or parents can help that day, you will be earning money for your accounts that day as well! Flag Girls and Twirlers are welcome to participate in any fundraisers too, so please come out and earn some money!!
Christyne MacDermaid's phone and email
734-476-0312
There's still time to sign up for Tag Day, October 2nd, this Saturday!!
Please sign up as soon as possible if you know you can be there! We still need parents and students for both shifts 9am-Noon and Noon-3pm. Please call or email Christyne MacDermaid if you have questions.
We just found out that we can have a booth at the Farmer's Market on this Sunday, October 3rd! We will be selling the Howell Bears at the booth and could use some help there as well. This runs from 8am-2pm. If any students or parents can help that day, you will be earning money for your accounts that day as well! Flag Girls and Twirlers are welcome to participate in any fundraisers too, so please come out and earn some money!!
Christyne MacDermaid's phone and email
734-476-0312
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Homecoming Schedule
Tomorrow is the longest day of the year for Marching Band Members!!!
Please be advised that you will NOT have time to leave campus for ANY reason, please plan accordingly: Bring clothes, Black Marching shoes, black socks, a water bottle (Please start hydrating NOW!!!), and any snacks you'll need to get you through to dinner. Booster's will be providing a Sloppy Joe Tailgate (See previous entries for what is needed) at 5:45 p.m.
Here's the schedule for tomorrow:
NO LEAVING CAMPUS FRIDAY!!!
1:16-- Early Dismissal from 5th Hour, Pep Rally Outside
2:30-3:30-- Rehearsal for Homecoming Activites at Halftime
3:45-- Report for Uniforms
4:20-- Load Buses
4:30-- Arrive Page Field
5:00-- Step-Off (Parade Route: Barnard to Clinton, east towards High School)
5:30-- Return on Buses
5:45--Tailgate (please remove Uniform Jackets and Eat Neat!!!)
6:30-- Step-Off
It's a tight schedule, did I mention NO LEAVING CAMPUS?
LAST CALL FOR BAND SHIRTS
if you are interested in getting a 2010-11 Band Shirt, please let me know by end of the Game Friday. Please email Robin Taylor at rl.taylor@comcast.net with your order. Cost is $10.00, and sizes are Adult Small through Adult XXXL
You can also order a Hoodie Sweatshirt for $24.00 (S-XL) or $29.00 (2XL or 3XL)
Tomorrow is the longest day of the year for Marching Band Members!!!
Please be advised that you will NOT have time to leave campus for ANY reason, please plan accordingly: Bring clothes, Black Marching shoes, black socks, a water bottle (Please start hydrating NOW!!!), and any snacks you'll need to get you through to dinner. Booster's will be providing a Sloppy Joe Tailgate (See previous entries for what is needed) at 5:45 p.m.
Here's the schedule for tomorrow:
NO LEAVING CAMPUS FRIDAY!!!
1:16-- Early Dismissal from 5th Hour, Pep Rally Outside
2:30-3:30-- Rehearsal for Homecoming Activites at Halftime
3:45-- Report for Uniforms
4:20-- Load Buses
4:30-- Arrive Page Field
5:00-- Step-Off (Parade Route: Barnard to Clinton, east towards High School)
5:30-- Return on Buses
5:45--Tailgate (please remove Uniform Jackets and Eat Neat!!!)
6:30-- Step-Off
It's a tight schedule, did I mention NO LEAVING CAMPUS?
LAST CALL FOR BAND SHIRTS
if you are interested in getting a 2010-11 Band Shirt, please let me know by end of the Game Friday. Please email Robin Taylor at rl.taylor@comcast.net with your order. Cost is $10.00, and sizes are Adult Small through Adult XXXL
You can also order a Hoodie Sweatshirt for $24.00 (S-XL) or $29.00 (2XL or 3XL)
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Hello Everyone,
Please make sure to read the entries below as they are just as important as this one. I need to get something out there. Our band room is getting messy again. We need to work on the following things and I want it to be in print:
-No eating or drinking of non-water in the band room.
-Do not leave personal items in the band room. In lockers only please/
-If you have an instrument that is too large to fit in a locker, make sure that it is put away and up against a wall when you are done.
-Put all items, music and instruments in your locker and lock it when you are done.
I will not have our band room revert to the messy place it was. Please help me by supporting my efforts.
-Thank you ,
Smigell
Please make sure to read the entries below as they are just as important as this one. I need to get something out there. Our band room is getting messy again. We need to work on the following things and I want it to be in print:
-No eating or drinking of non-water in the band room.
-Do not leave personal items in the band room. In lockers only please/
-If you have an instrument that is too large to fit in a locker, make sure that it is put away and up against a wall when you are done.
-Put all items, music and instruments in your locker and lock it when you are done.
I will not have our band room revert to the messy place it was. Please help me by supporting my efforts.
-Thank you ,
Smigell
Monday, September 20, 2010
Tailgate Information for September 24, 2010
Sloppy Joe Night!
The following help is needed for Homecoming Night:
4 people to help set up
20 pounds of Sloppy Joe Meat
15 dozen buns
Salads-Pasta, Potato, or Macaroni
12 bags of Chips
Cookies
Please contact Mark and Anne Michaels before purchasing food if you can help.
810-513-2291 or mamichaels@charter.net
If your student can't contribute food, please send them with $1.
Thanks for all of the help with Taco Night it went well!
Sloppy Joe Night!
The following help is needed for Homecoming Night:
4 people to help set up
20 pounds of Sloppy Joe Meat
15 dozen buns
Salads-Pasta, Potato, or Macaroni
12 bags of Chips
Cookies
Please contact Mark and Anne Michaels before purchasing food if you can help.
810-513-2291 or mamichaels@charter.net
If your student can't contribute food, please send them with $1.
Thanks for all of the help with Taco Night it went well!
Friday, September 17, 2010
Tonight's UMass MB performance
We have just learned that the Director of the the University of Massachusetts Marching Band, George N. Parks has passed away en route to Michigan.
The UMass Marching Minuteman have decided to go on with their appearance at halftime at the University of Michigan in honor of their beloved director. The Marching Minutemen will still be practicing and and performing tonight at 9 p.m. as far as we know.
Please inform your student of this unusual situation and please remind them to show their utmost respect to University of Massachusetts Marching Band tonight.
Below is a link with more information about George N. Parks...
NEWSFLASH!!!
The Pinckney Football Stadium is behind Pathfinder School on M-36, not behind the Pinckney High School as previously blogged. See map link:
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?address=2100 E. M-36&city=Pinckney&state=MI&zipcode=48169
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Hello everyone!
Here is some information about the upcoming days:
Pep band this week will be AT Pinckney Hs. This is an optional performance engagement, but many many band members enjoy the opportunity to be a little more relaxed and go to the away games. Students have to find ride to the site, but they get in for free IF THEY ARE WEARING THEIR HHS BAND SHIRT FOR THIS YEAR. If your child needs a ride, see Mr. Smigell or ms. Kimball and they will try and help you find one. Report time is 6:30 at the main ticket gate in Pinckney.
We will be staying as a group at the game until halftime at which point, students will be dismissed to go back and see the UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS MARCHING MINUTEMEN. They are performing at the HOWELL HS Stadium somewhere between 9 and 9:30 pm (this is a little sketchy due to their arrival time window and ours as well). Although attendance for band members is optional, EVERYONE IS INVITED!! Please bring any family or friends to come see them. They are quite good and would appreciate the audience. The performance is free.
Here is the link for directions to Pinckney HS:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Howell,+MI&daddr=10255+Dexter-Pinckney+Road,+Pinckney,+MI&hl=en&geocode=FZciigIdzVb_-iknThnVoDgjiDEUxhpwoPH3uQ%3BFU-7hwIdKTz_-imzPGO39DUjiDEaoNh3_HH9UQ&mra=ls&sll=42.449792,-83.936191&sspn=0.006792,0.009806&ie=UTF8&z=11
There is no rehearsal this Friday.
Rehearsal for next week will be as follows
Monday 9/20/2010 6:30pm-9pm
Tuesday-Thursdays 2:30-3:30
Friday: TBA but be ready for this to be the LONGEST DAY OF THE YEAR if you are a marching band member. There is a pep rally 6th hour, a parade at 5 and a game at 7. We feed them dinner in there somewhere, but students will need to come to school WITH EVERYTHING THEY NEED FOR THE ENTIRE DAY. Much much more info coming very soon on this.
Ok... that's it for now.
Go Highlanders!
-Smigell
Here is some information about the upcoming days:
Pep band this week will be AT Pinckney Hs. This is an optional performance engagement, but many many band members enjoy the opportunity to be a little more relaxed and go to the away games. Students have to find ride to the site, but they get in for free IF THEY ARE WEARING THEIR HHS BAND SHIRT FOR THIS YEAR. If your child needs a ride, see Mr. Smigell or ms. Kimball and they will try and help you find one. Report time is 6:30 at the main ticket gate in Pinckney.
We will be staying as a group at the game until halftime at which point, students will be dismissed to go back and see the UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS MARCHING MINUTEMEN. They are performing at the HOWELL HS Stadium somewhere between 9 and 9:30 pm (this is a little sketchy due to their arrival time window and ours as well). Although attendance for band members is optional, EVERYONE IS INVITED!! Please bring any family or friends to come see them. They are quite good and would appreciate the audience. The performance is free.
Here is the link for directions to Pinckney HS:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Howell,+MI&daddr=10255+Dexter-Pinckney+Road,+Pinckney,+MI&hl=en&geocode=FZciigIdzVb_-iknThnVoDgjiDEUxhpwoPH3uQ%3BFU-7hwIdKTz_-imzPGO39DUjiDEaoNh3_HH9UQ&mra=ls&sll=42.449792,-83.936191&sspn=0.006792,0.009806&ie=UTF8&z=11
There is no rehearsal this Friday.
Rehearsal for next week will be as follows
Monday 9/20/2010 6:30pm-9pm
Tuesday-Thursdays 2:30-3:30
Friday: TBA but be ready for this to be the LONGEST DAY OF THE YEAR if you are a marching band member. There is a pep rally 6th hour, a parade at 5 and a game at 7. We feed them dinner in there somewhere, but students will need to come to school WITH EVERYTHING THEY NEED FOR THE ENTIRE DAY. Much much more info coming very soon on this.
Ok... that's it for now.
Go Highlanders!
-Smigell
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Hey Band!
Take a look at some pics from friday nights game...
http://www.livingstondaily.com/apps/pbcs.dll/gallery?Avis=C6&Dato=20100910&Kategori=SPORTS&Lopenr=9110803&Ref=PH&Item=8
Thursday, September 09, 2010
A Few Announcements!
Band Boosters will be selling the Howell Highlander Bears, outside the stadium gates, at all home games until they're gone!! They are $10, cash or checks made out to Howell High Band Boosters. If you can help out with selling please contact Christyne MacDermaid at christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com or 734-476-0312.
Earn Money Now for your Band Account!
Tag Day is BACK!
October 2, 2010
9am-3pm
Groups of 2-3 students outside of various downtown businesses playing their instruments and collecting donations. Donations will be split up between the band students who participate.
Sign up sheet will be in the band room for shifts from 9am-12pm and 12pm-3pm.
Parents are needed to transport the students back and forth from the school to the local businesses. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid if you can help with this day.
If anyone knows of a local business who would agree to let our students play and accept donations that day let Christyne know as well.
I will assign groups to various businesses! I can't guarantee you'll be with your friend, but I'll see what I can do!
Friday's Tailgate
We are still in need of a few things for tomorrow:
CUT UP FRUIT
TACO SHELLS
Please contact the Michaels (below) if you can help with those last minute items!
Thanks to everyone who's helping with this!!
SEE BELOW FOR MORE FRIDAY ANNOUNCEMENTS!
Band Boosters will be selling the Howell Highlander Bears, outside the stadium gates, at all home games until they're gone!! They are $10, cash or checks made out to Howell High Band Boosters. If you can help out with selling please contact Christyne MacDermaid at christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com or 734-476-0312.
Earn Money Now for your Band Account!
Tag Day is BACK!
October 2, 2010
9am-3pm
Groups of 2-3 students outside of various downtown businesses playing their instruments and collecting donations. Donations will be split up between the band students who participate.
Sign up sheet will be in the band room for shifts from 9am-12pm and 12pm-3pm.
Parents are needed to transport the students back and forth from the school to the local businesses. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid if you can help with this day.
If anyone knows of a local business who would agree to let our students play and accept donations that day let Christyne know as well.
I will assign groups to various businesses! I can't guarantee you'll be with your friend, but I'll see what I can do!
Friday's Tailgate
We are still in need of a few things for tomorrow:
CUT UP FRUIT
TACO SHELLS
Please contact the Michaels (below) if you can help with those last minute items!
Thanks to everyone who's helping with this!!
SEE BELOW FOR MORE FRIDAY ANNOUNCEMENTS!
Wednesday, September 08, 2010
Hey Marching Band!
Here's the schedule for friday....
Rehearsal- 2:30-3:30pm
Tailgate- Taco Night, Begins 5:00pm
All MB members and their parents invited, Band members eat first, we ask that everyone donates food at one of the tailgates (see previous blog) or donates a dollar for your meal. Look for the donation can on the food table.
Report Time- 6:00pm
Step Off- 6:30pm
Kick off- 7:00pm
Game usually ends 9:00-9:30pm
MAKE SURE TO HAVE:
Music
Black Socks
Black Shoes
Band Shirt/Khakis (Mr. Smigell will decide Friday if we will be in full uniform or not, BE PREPARED, just in case!!!)
HYDRATE HYDRATE HYDRATE!!! Starting this Thursday evening!! If you just drink water on Friday, it will be too late! We dont want to lose anyone to dehydration or heat exhaustion.
Sunday, September 05, 2010
Dear Band Families,
Come out and support your Howell Highlander's as they take on Hartland at home September 10, 2010 at 7pm! The band has put together an AWESOME Half Time Show!!
Tailgate for the band students before the game....WE NEED YOUR HELP!!
Mark and Anne Michaels are coordinating a Taco Night for our first night at home in Howell. Please let them know if you could help us out by bringing some food!!
810-513-2291 or mamichaels@charter.net
Some of the items we need:
4 people to set up
14 pounds of Taco Meat
300 Soft and Hard Taco Shells
Shredded Lettuce
Chopped Tomatoes
Shredded Cheese
Sour Cream
Salsa
Fresh Fruit- Cut Up
Cookies or Donuts
Students who can't contribute to the food are asked to bring $1.
We are also in need of water donations! Cases of water work great so our students can stay hydrated in the stands!! Please call/email Christyne MacDermaid if you have any questions regarding water donation drop off 734-476-0312, christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com.
Come out and support your Howell Highlander's as they take on Hartland at home September 10, 2010 at 7pm! The band has put together an AWESOME Half Time Show!!
Tailgate for the band students before the game....WE NEED YOUR HELP!!
Mark and Anne Michaels are coordinating a Taco Night for our first night at home in Howell. Please let them know if you could help us out by bringing some food!!
810-513-2291 or mamichaels@charter.net
Some of the items we need:
4 people to set up
14 pounds of Taco Meat
300 Soft and Hard Taco Shells
Shredded Lettuce
Chopped Tomatoes
Shredded Cheese
Sour Cream
Salsa
Fresh Fruit- Cut Up
Cookies or Donuts
Students who can't contribute to the food are asked to bring $1.
We are also in need of water donations! Cases of water work great so our students can stay hydrated in the stands!! Please call/email Christyne MacDermaid if you have any questions regarding water donation drop off 734-476-0312, christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com.
Thursday, September 02, 2010
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
NEWS FLASH!!!
Hi all! Please check the postings below (like the last 4 or 5)
Now for the newsflash:
There is an additional practice that was scheduled at the end of today's practice. We just ran out of time to practice stand tunes for the game tomorrow. If you can make it, the practice is from 3:30-4:30 tomorrow (8/26/2010). It will be followed immediately by the normal practice from 4:30-5:30. Due to the sort notice, I understand completely if you can't make it an hour early. However, I would appreciate all marching band students coming and learning some stand tunes with me. It will add a lot of variety to our selection in the stands during the game.
Thanks,
-Smigell
Monday, August 23, 2010
Band Photo Taken Tomorrow!
Tomorrow, after Marching Band practice (7:30-9:30 a.m.) Group and Individual photos will be taken of the Marching Band.
Photo order sheets went home with Band members today. If you would like to order a group or individual photo, you must order tomorrow and send in a check with your order made out to LifeTouch.
The group photo should be done about 10:45 a.m. If your student is taking individual photos it will take longer, please plan accordingly.
Tomorrow, after Marching Band practice (7:30-9:30 a.m.) Group and Individual photos will be taken of the Marching Band.
Photo order sheets went home with Band members today. If you would like to order a group or individual photo, you must order tomorrow and send in a check with your order made out to LifeTouch.
The group photo should be done about 10:45 a.m. If your student is taking individual photos it will take longer, please plan accordingly.
Hello Everyone!
Band camp went very very well! Its a good thing that we were successful and productive, because the season is getting an early start. There has been a lot of important information posted over the last few entries so please take a few moments to read the last 3 or 4 posts.
Ok, back for more? Here we go!
MAKE SURE YOU EAT SOMETHING FOR BREAKFAST IN THE MORNING AND DRINK WATER THE NIGHT BEFORE. Marching band is a physical activity and we noticed a few kids really looking wilted after rehearsal today. This is easily fixable! Kids drink a big glass of water 2 hours before bedtime (if you drink it right before you will have to get up in the middle of the night). Parents, please hand them a banana or something as they walk out the door. Kids, accept the banana and eat it.
NEWS FLASH!!!
The Highlander Marching Band's first performance will be this Thursday at Rynearson Stadium on the campus of Easter Michigan University! Our beloved football team will be taking on Sterling Heights Stevenson, so we are heading on down to Ypsilanti to show our support and rock the house (plus you dont get many chances as a high schooler to play in a college stadium!).
We have made most of the pre-school practices nice and early for several reasons:
1.Its not as hot
2. We get to use the nice field
3. It allows kids with jobs to still work.
So here is the schedule:
Practice and pictures Tuesday and Wednesday: stays the same (check past entries for info)
THURSDAY PRACTICE HAS BEEN MOVED:
8/26/2010
4:30pm Practice at the High School
5:30 Pack
6:00 buses leave for Ypsi
7:00 Arrive Ypsi
8:00 Kickoff
Thats right, buses will be provided for the students and a few lucky parents... first come first served (email me at jsmigell@me.com)
We suggest that the kids pack a light dinner for the bus, as we can't provide food this time around and I am not sure if there will be concessions (I assume there will be, but bring a snack just in case)
The students get in for free, the accompanying parents on those buses get in for free, everyone else has to pay. If you would like to go see your child play at Eastern, go online to www.Howellschools.com, goto the athletics section, and follow the directions for purchasing tickets online. I believe they are priced from $7-$9. If you buy them at the gate, they are $10 for everybody. The ticket gets you into all the games that day if you want to go see random kids you don't know from other schools play football.
The uniform for the day will be as follows:
-2010-2011 HHSB Shirt. These were part of the band camp fee and have already been paid for. Students will be receiving them at Thursday's practice.
-Khaki Shorts
-Black Socks
-Black Marching Shoes (these are any athletic or low heeled shoe that are ALL BLACK... Soles, Upper, Laces and all) If there is anything but black on the shoe, it is not acceptable. Black walking shoes/work shoes, or all black athletic shoes are usually the way to go. No boots or sandals please.
Very very affordable khaki shorts, black socks, and black shoes can be purchased at Meijer, Walmart, Target, etc. The Black socks and shoes are used all season for marching and the Khaki shorts are always used with our band shirt as the warm weather uniform, so it really is a one time purchase (unless your kid grows).
ok.. I think that is it. Go Highlanders!!!!
-Smigell
Band camp went very very well! Its a good thing that we were successful and productive, because the season is getting an early start. There has been a lot of important information posted over the last few entries so please take a few moments to read the last 3 or 4 posts.
Ok, back for more? Here we go!
MAKE SURE YOU EAT SOMETHING FOR BREAKFAST IN THE MORNING AND DRINK WATER THE NIGHT BEFORE. Marching band is a physical activity and we noticed a few kids really looking wilted after rehearsal today. This is easily fixable! Kids drink a big glass of water 2 hours before bedtime (if you drink it right before you will have to get up in the middle of the night). Parents, please hand them a banana or something as they walk out the door. Kids, accept the banana and eat it.
NEWS FLASH!!!
The Highlander Marching Band's first performance will be this Thursday at Rynearson Stadium on the campus of Easter Michigan University! Our beloved football team will be taking on Sterling Heights Stevenson, so we are heading on down to Ypsilanti to show our support and rock the house (plus you dont get many chances as a high schooler to play in a college stadium!).
We have made most of the pre-school practices nice and early for several reasons:
1.Its not as hot
2. We get to use the nice field
3. It allows kids with jobs to still work.
So here is the schedule:
Practice and pictures Tuesday and Wednesday: stays the same (check past entries for info)
THURSDAY PRACTICE HAS BEEN MOVED:
8/26/2010
4:30pm Practice at the High School
5:30 Pack
6:00 buses leave for Ypsi
7:00 Arrive Ypsi
8:00 Kickoff
Thats right, buses will be provided for the students and a few lucky parents... first come first served (email me at jsmigell@me.com)
We suggest that the kids pack a light dinner for the bus, as we can't provide food this time around and I am not sure if there will be concessions (I assume there will be, but bring a snack just in case)
The students get in for free, the accompanying parents on those buses get in for free, everyone else has to pay. If you would like to go see your child play at Eastern, go online to www.Howellschools.com, goto the athletics section, and follow the directions for purchasing tickets online. I believe they are priced from $7-$9. If you buy them at the gate, they are $10 for everybody. The ticket gets you into all the games that day if you want to go see random kids you don't know from other schools play football.
The uniform for the day will be as follows:
-2010-2011 HHSB Shirt. These were part of the band camp fee and have already been paid for. Students will be receiving them at Thursday's practice.
-Khaki Shorts
-Black Socks
-Black Marching Shoes (these are any athletic or low heeled shoe that are ALL BLACK... Soles, Upper, Laces and all) If there is anything but black on the shoe, it is not acceptable. Black walking shoes/work shoes, or all black athletic shoes are usually the way to go. No boots or sandals please.
Very very affordable khaki shorts, black socks, and black shoes can be purchased at Meijer, Walmart, Target, etc. The Black socks and shoes are used all season for marching and the Khaki shorts are always used with our band shirt as the warm weather uniform, so it really is a one time purchase (unless your kid grows).
ok.. I think that is it. Go Highlanders!!!!
-Smigell
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Band Booster Meetings:
Our first official booster meeting will be held this Wednesday, August 25th at 6:30 in the band room. We will be discussing tailgating, fundraising, and upcoming band events. This is a great chance for new band families to get involved with the band program !
The meeting dates for the rest of 2010 are: September 22nd, October 27th and December 1st. Meetings will be held at 6:30 in the band room unless otherwise noted. The minutes will be posted on the Charms website for anyone who is not able to attend the meetings.
Hope to see you there,
Shannone Bondie (booster secretary)
Our first official booster meeting will be held this Wednesday, August 25th at 6:30 in the band room. We will be discussing tailgating, fundraising, and upcoming band events. This is a great chance for new band families to get involved with the band program !
The meeting dates for the rest of 2010 are: September 22nd, October 27th and December 1st. Meetings will be held at 6:30 in the band room unless otherwise noted. The minutes will be posted on the Charms website for anyone who is not able to attend the meetings.
Hope to see you there,
Shannone Bondie (booster secretary)
Friday, August 20, 2010
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Monday, August 16, 2010
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
2010 Varsity Football Schedule | ||||||
| Thu | 08/26 | Home | Sterling Heights Stevenson HS @ EMU | 8:00PM | ||
| Thu | 09/02 | Away | Plymouth | 7:00PM | ||
| Fri | 09/10 | Home | Hartland | 7:00PM | ||
| Fri | 09/17 | Away | Pinckney | 7:00PM | ||
| Fri | 09/24 | Home | Grand Blanc | 7:00PM | ||
| Fri | 10/01 | Away | Milford | 7:00PM | ||
| Fri | 10/08 | Home | Brighton | 7:00PM | ||
| Fri | 10/15 | Home | Cross Over | 7:00PM | ||
| Fri | 10/22 | Away | Grand Ledge HS | 7:00PM |
Packing List for Camp
WHAT TO BRING:
Only 1 piece of luggage, please.
Instrument
Bedding- Pillow, sleeping bag/blanket, sheets
Towels
Jacket
Sunscreen
Flashlight
Bug spray
Flip folder
Water Bottle with name on it
Any extra instrument parts like reeds,neck straps, sticks, oil, etc.
Pencils
Bathing suit
Clothing for all weather
Sunglasses
Two pairs of shoes that can get dirty (Marching Shoes, Athletic: Do Not March in Flip Flops or Sandals!!!)
Extra socks
WHAT NOT TO BRING:
* Weapons/knives of any kind
* Cigarettes, alcohol, drugs or anything else forbidden in the school
Code of Conduct
* Televisions, full blown video game systems or stereo systems
* Large coolers
* Extra food (it attracts beasties and bugs!)
* Expensive electronic items that scream "Steal me!"
* Hairdryers the size of Volkswagens
* Your own bed
* Anything else that you can do without for 5 days and 4 nights
Hi Marching Band Members!
Lots of info to get out to you...
- For Squad Leader and Newbie Days (see Info Below) please remember to bring a sack lunch, water bottle to refill (labeled w/ your name), sunscreen, dress in light cool clothing, marching shoes and your instrument. Parents: if you'd like to donate a can of Gatorade powder, it would greatly be appreciated!
- Band Camp
Monday Report Time: 8:30 am! Parents:DO NOT JUST DROP OFF, You need to check-in inside the Band Room. A new release form has to be filled out for your child to do any water activities at Miracle Camp. THIS IS NEW THIS YEAR!!! Also, if you have not paid in full, or are missing forms this will need to be done at this time. - Due to a new regulation from the State of Michigan, we have to leave Miracle camp before noon on friday, thus we will be stopping for lunch on the way home. Please give your child $ ($5.00?) to buy a fast food lunch. Sorry, for the late notice, please be mad at the State government, not us :).
- 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 socks for marching.
There will be Marching Band practice during the two weeks after Band Camp. This schedule is not written in stone, but pencil in Monday-Thursday, August 23-26, 7-9 a.m. for now. The first HOME football game of the season is Thursday, August 26 at Rynearson Stadium, EMU at 8 p.m. Details are now being worked on to determine if we will be Marching or if it will be a pep band performance. We will let you know ASAP!
We will not have practices on the Friday, August 27 or September 3 so families can have long weekends before school starts.
Tuesday, August 03, 2010
HELLO EVERYONE!!!
Band camp is 2 weeks away! It's time to start thinking about what to pack, what new breakdancing 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 times to note:
SQUAD LEADER DAY: Is next Thursday August 12. 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! we will expect to see you at the squad leader orientation and training day. We will be working from 9am-2pm. IT IS MANDATORY.
NEWBIE DAY: Is next Friday August 13. 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.
Report time for band camp will be somewhere from 7am-9am. We will have more information very very soon.
ok .. thats it for now!
-Smigell
WAIT WAIT WAIT LATE BREAKING NEWS!!! WE ARE FINALLY GETTING NEW LOCKERS FOR THE BAND ROOM!!!
No more stinky old instrument storage room! No more lack of security! No more eyesores in the band room (Ok.. the curtains, but the work just fine :) This is a fantastic boon for the band program. I would like to thank Bob Schiebold and Rick Terres for making this happen!
ok.. now that's it!
Special thanks to Bob Schiebold.
WAIT WAIT WAIT LATE BREAKING NEWS!!! WE ARE FINALLY GETTING NEW LOCKERS FOR THE BAND ROOM!!!
No more stinky old instrument storage room! No more lack of security! No more eyesores in the band room (Ok.. the curtains, but the work just fine :) This is a fantastic boon for the band program. I would like to thank Bob Schiebold and Rick Terres for making this happen!
ok.. now that's it!
Special thanks to Bob Schiebold.
Wednesday, June 09, 2010
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Hey all: As Andrew graduates and I complete my term as Treasurer for the Band Boosters, I thought I'd take a minute and express my gratitude and appreciation to Mr. Smigell for creating such an awesome program and to the very small, very dedicated group of Booster parents for the countless hours they spend supporting the band programs.
To those parents that always volunteer, I want you to know how grateful I am for your efforts. To those that haven't, I encourage you to become part of the band family. You'll have a great time, meet some truly amazing parents & students, and ensure that your band student continues to enjoy things like tailgates, band banquet, lock-in, fundraisers, Memorial Day picnic, etc.
Best wishes to the new Band Booster officers.
Carol Stone
To those parents that always volunteer, I want you to know how grateful I am for your efforts. To those that haven't, I encourage you to become part of the band family. You'll have a great time, meet some truly amazing parents & students, and ensure that your band student continues to enjoy things like tailgates, band banquet, lock-in, fundraisers, Memorial Day picnic, etc.
Best wishes to the new Band Booster officers.
Carol Stone
Friday, May 21, 2010
Hey Folks!
One more person to add to the "I'm sorry" list... Brenden Van Esely, a sohpomore member of has been a hardworking member of our equipment/setup crew. His name should have been mentioned on the list of people to thank. Brenden, thank you for all that you do!
Couple other things:
Congratulations to junior Paige Williams and sophomore Emily Brogan. They join Caitlin Green as next year's drum majors!
Marching band rehearsals for the Memorial Day Parade will be 2:30-3:30 Mon-Wed next week (May 24, 25, 26 )
Details of the parade day itself (Memorial Day) will be posted soon. Report time will be something like 9 am and we will be done around noon... but dont quote me on that yet.
ok... thats it for now..
-Smigell
One more person to add to the "I'm sorry" list... Brenden Van Esely, a sohpomore member of has been a hardworking member of our equipment/setup crew. His name should have been mentioned on the list of people to thank. Brenden, thank you for all that you do!
Couple other things:
Congratulations to junior Paige Williams and sophomore Emily Brogan. They join Caitlin Green as next year's drum majors!
Marching band rehearsals for the Memorial Day Parade will be 2:30-3:30 Mon-Wed next week (May 24, 25, 26 )
Details of the parade day itself (Memorial Day) will be posted soon. Report time will be something like 9 am and we will be done around noon... but dont quote me on that yet.
ok... thats it for now..
-Smigell
Friday, May 14, 2010
Two things to Note:
1) Band Camp reservations are due NOW!!! See previous post for details...
2) Marching Band practice will be MONDAY, May 24, Tuesday, May 25 and Wednesday, May 26 from 2:30-3:30. Please note the change!!
2) Marching Band practice will be MONDAY, May 24, Tuesday, May 25 and Wednesday, May 26 from 2:30-3:30. Please note the change!!
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Hello everyone,
We just got done with the concert. It was wonderful and everyone played well. I will be writing more about tonight and the weeks ahead very shortly. However, I unfortunately made two huge mistakes when I failed to announce three very important people tonight and I wanted to try and rectify it as soon as possible.
#1. Justin Kinnick- Justin is a senior Trombonist in my Symphonic band. He has been a hardworking, funny, intelligent, wonderful part of my program for four years. Just I remember when you wanted to quit as a sohpomore, I said we could fix your articulation problem and that it would be worth it to stay. I definitely am glad you stayed. I hope it was for good for you too! I am so sorry Justin.
#2. Paul Buckner. Paul is a sophomore horn player in my Symohonic band. Every concert Paul helps set up and take down the stage. He works very hard along with the rest of the equipment crew. Paul thank you so much for all your hard work and I hope you continue to do so in the future
#3. Nick Monak "Moose" Monak is a new addition to the equipment staff this year, a sophomore tuba in my Symphonic band. Sorry Moose! We will remember you next time. Keep up the good work.
Ok.. very very sorry. If there are other errors that were made on the program I would be happy to reprint a new one for you so you can use it for your scrapbook. On a brighter note... the concert went VERY WELL! The kids played wonderfully and I was really touched by the senior gift. The made it both personal and for the program. So thoughtful. Just a grweat bunch of kids. All of my kids are great. I adore them all and I love working with them.
Oh and sorry for the awkward "parents thank you for spawning such nice children" line. I say strange things sometimes. Hopefully you know by now what i was trying to say. You folks are great and couldnt do it without you!
Ok... thats it for now!
-Smigell
We just got done with the concert. It was wonderful and everyone played well. I will be writing more about tonight and the weeks ahead very shortly. However, I unfortunately made two huge mistakes when I failed to announce three very important people tonight and I wanted to try and rectify it as soon as possible.
#1. Justin Kinnick- Justin is a senior Trombonist in my Symphonic band. He has been a hardworking, funny, intelligent, wonderful part of my program for four years. Just I remember when you wanted to quit as a sohpomore, I said we could fix your articulation problem and that it would be worth it to stay. I definitely am glad you stayed. I hope it was for good for you too! I am so sorry Justin.
#2. Paul Buckner. Paul is a sophomore horn player in my Symohonic band. Every concert Paul helps set up and take down the stage. He works very hard along with the rest of the equipment crew. Paul thank you so much for all your hard work and I hope you continue to do so in the future
#3. Nick Monak "Moose" Monak is a new addition to the equipment staff this year, a sophomore tuba in my Symphonic band. Sorry Moose! We will remember you next time. Keep up the good work.
Ok.. very very sorry. If there are other errors that were made on the program I would be happy to reprint a new one for you so you can use it for your scrapbook. On a brighter note... the concert went VERY WELL! The kids played wonderfully and I was really touched by the senior gift. The made it both personal and for the program. So thoughtful. Just a grweat bunch of kids. All of my kids are great. I adore them all and I love working with them.
Oh and sorry for the awkward "parents thank you for spawning such nice children" line. I say strange things sometimes. Hopefully you know by now what i was trying to say. You folks are great and couldnt do it without you!
Ok... thats it for now!
-Smigell
Memorial Day Picnic
When: Monday, May 31, 2010 12:30pm
Who: All Band members and their families
Where: Howell City Park, Thompson Lake, Rotary Pavilion
**City Council waived our entrance fee for the day if attending! Students pick your passes up before picnic!
Band Boosters are providing Hot Dogs and Condiments and some drinks.
We'd like each family to bring a dish to pass. Sign up sheets will be available at the concert tonight, and then later in the band room. Could you please let us know how many from your family are coming and what dish you're bringing. We could use side dishes, pop, chips, baked goods, etc.
We would also love to have some volunteers for set up and clean up. Please contact Shannone Bondie if you'd like to help out. Shannone's home 517-548-5329, and email shannone1@aol.com.
Please bring water balloons, water guns, bathing suits, towels, frisbees, and can someone bring a sound system?? Thanks!!
When: Monday, May 31, 2010 12:30pm
Who: All Band members and their families
Where: Howell City Park, Thompson Lake, Rotary Pavilion
**City Council waived our entrance fee for the day if attending! Students pick your passes up before picnic!
Band Boosters are providing Hot Dogs and Condiments and some drinks.
We'd like each family to bring a dish to pass. Sign up sheets will be available at the concert tonight, and then later in the band room. Could you please let us know how many from your family are coming and what dish you're bringing. We could use side dishes, pop, chips, baked goods, etc.
We would also love to have some volunteers for set up and clean up. Please contact Shannone Bondie if you'd like to help out. Shannone's home 517-548-5329, and email shannone1@aol.com.
Please bring water balloons, water guns, bathing suits, towels, frisbees, and can someone bring a sound system?? Thanks!!
Monday, May 10, 2010
Still Looking for Parent Volunteers: We still need a few parent volunteers to sell Howell Bears. We'll be selling the bears at the Howell Farmers Market on Sunday, May 16th from 9 am until 2 pm and at lunch hours at the High School on May 19th, 20th & 21st (10:15 am to 12:15 pm). Because of the Boston trip, the fundraisers for this school year benefited individual student accounts. Booster funds are running low. We need to sell the remaining bears so that we can continue paying for things like the tailgates; band letters; Memorial Day Picnic; etc. Please help if you can. Contact Carol Stone at 517-672-1236 or at cstone827@yahoo.com if you're available to help.
Tuesday, May 04, 2010
Drum Major Clinics
Marching Band members interested in becoming a 2010-11 Drum Major can come to clinics Tues. May 4, Wed. May 5 and Tues. May 11 from 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Auditions will be Wednesday, May 12 at 2:30.
Auditions will be Wednesday, May 12 at 2:30.
Sunday, May 02, 2010
Hey Band!
Several Reminders for this week...
1) You need to turn in your Points and Letters forms asap to the Mailbox if you want to receive any earned Letters or Stars/Bars at Thursday's Band Banquet. Go to http://www.charmsoffice.com/ enter HowellHSBand and then click the Handouts button to print out Points Form and Private lessons form if needed.
2) Band Booster Meeting this Tuesday, May 4 at 6:30 p.m. in the Band Room.
3) Band Awards Banquet this Thursday, May 6th at 6:00 p.m. Band Seniors are FREE! Limited seating available at the door, cost $13.00/adult and $9/12&under. All pre-pay guests will be seated first.
4) Last Concert, Thursday, May 13th, 7 p.m.
Several Reminders for this week...
1) You need to turn in your Points and Letters forms asap to the Mailbox if you want to receive any earned Letters or Stars/Bars at Thursday's Band Banquet. Go to http://www.charmsoffice.com/ enter HowellHSBand and then click the Handouts button to print out Points Form and Private lessons form if needed.
2) Band Booster Meeting this Tuesday, May 4 at 6:30 p.m. in the Band Room.
3) Band Awards Banquet this Thursday, May 6th at 6:00 p.m. Band Seniors are FREE! Limited seating available at the door, cost $13.00/adult and $9/12&under. All pre-pay guests will be seated first.
4) Last Concert, Thursday, May 13th, 7 p.m.
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