FOUND....at the concert last night, was someone's checkbook register. No name or identifying info. Call or email me, I will deliver.
Julie Dennis
517.546.0996 home
517.303.4850 cell
americanframingco@charter.net
Monday, October 29, 2007
Friday, October 26, 2007
Welcome to the "As much information that I can give you" version of the band blog:
First: Hockey band people read the permission slip in the last post!
Second: PEP BAND FOR TONIGHT, is optional BUT WE NEED YOU TONIGHT! The game is at home Vs. Catholic Central. Report time is 6:30PM BECAUSE IT IS A MHSAA PLAYOFF GAME YOU MUST WEAR YOUR PIRATE MARCHING BAND SHIRT TO GAIN ENTRANCE TO THE GAME. WE WILL MEET IN THE BAND ROOM AT PARKER AT 6:30
Third: There is a concert coming up NEXT TUSDAY Oct 30th. It is at Parker HS at 7PM. All concert band, percussion ensemble, Symponic Band, and Wind Ensemble members are REQUIRED to perform. Report time is 6:30 Pm in the Parker Band Room. Attire is "wear something nice" for this particular concert. This means:
-no jeans
-no tennis shoes
-no t-shirts
-no jogging pants/sweats
-School appropriate
-no shorts
-NO Saggy pants
THINGS THAT ARE NICE TO WEAR:
-nice corduroy (sp?)
-khaki pants
-shirt with tie
-appropriate skirt and blouse... etc.
-Appropriate slacks/sweater etc.
-Coat and tie if you feel like it.
A full suit or tuxedo is probably a little much but if you want to snazz it up, that is cool.
The New York Trip "new date" is very close to being solidified. Please stay tuned, it will be posted as soon as I have SOLID info.
ok.. I think that is it...
Smigell!
First: Hockey band people read the permission slip in the last post!
Second: PEP BAND FOR TONIGHT, is optional BUT WE NEED YOU TONIGHT! The game is at home Vs. Catholic Central. Report time is 6:30PM BECAUSE IT IS A MHSAA PLAYOFF GAME YOU MUST WEAR YOUR PIRATE MARCHING BAND SHIRT TO GAIN ENTRANCE TO THE GAME. WE WILL MEET IN THE BAND ROOM AT PARKER AT 6:30
Third: There is a concert coming up NEXT TUSDAY Oct 30th. It is at Parker HS at 7PM. All concert band, percussion ensemble, Symponic Band, and Wind Ensemble members are REQUIRED to perform. Report time is 6:30 Pm in the Parker Band Room. Attire is "wear something nice" for this particular concert. This means:
-no jeans
-no tennis shoes
-no t-shirts
-no jogging pants/sweats
-School appropriate
-no shorts
-NO Saggy pants
THINGS THAT ARE NICE TO WEAR:
-nice corduroy (sp?)
-khaki pants
-shirt with tie
-appropriate skirt and blouse... etc.
-Appropriate slacks/sweater etc.
-Coat and tie if you feel like it.
A full suit or tuxedo is probably a little much but if you want to snazz it up, that is cool.
The New York Trip "new date" is very close to being solidified. Please stay tuned, it will be posted as soon as I have SOLID info.
ok.. I think that is it...
Smigell!
HELLO EVERYBODY! THIS IS THE AFORMENTIONED HOCKEY BAND PERMISSION SLIP. THIS IS ONLY FOR PEOPLE IN THE HOCKEY BAND. PARENTS, IF YOU ARE UNSURE, ASK YOUR CHILD:
_____________________________________________________________________________________
HOCKEY BAND PERMISSION SLIP OCT. 27, 2007
I give my child ________________________ permission to go to Ann Arbor, MI to play for the University of Michigan Hockey team. The band will leave by bus at 6:30 PM (REPORT TIME IS 6:30). The game is at 8:30 at YOST ICE ARENA. The band will return by 12:00 midnight.
SIGNED__________________________________
Initial here if you are taking your child home in your own vehicle after the game.
______________________ (initial)
_____________________________________________________________________________________
HOCKEY BAND PERMISSION SLIP OCT. 27, 2007
I give my child ________________________ permission to go to Ann Arbor, MI to play for the University of Michigan Hockey team. The band will leave by bus at 6:30 PM (REPORT TIME IS 6:30). The game is at 8:30 at YOST ICE ARENA. The band will return by 12:00 midnight.
SIGNED__________________________________
Initial here if you are taking your child home in your own vehicle after the game.
______________________ (initial)
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Tag Day Thanks...
to all of the parents who drove,fetched, fed and CLEANED on Saturday. With their help we delivered a small army of bandos to downtown Howell who raised just over $1800.00 for their student accounts! The Boosters voted at the last meeting to pay all expenses for this Tag Day out of our own money, and to not take the usual split of the proceeds from the day, so ALL of the money raised will go to the students. As of right now I figure it will come out to about $25 per shift worked...I'm not going to get to the exact number 'till next week, sorry! We'll keep you posted... I was proud of the way you all worked together, and have heard from several businesses that were genuinely happy to have you at their doors! There ARE great things happening in Howell schools, you are proof.
Bert S.
to all of the parents who drove,fetched, fed and CLEANED on Saturday. With their help we delivered a small army of bandos to downtown Howell who raised just over $1800.00 for their student accounts! The Boosters voted at the last meeting to pay all expenses for this Tag Day out of our own money, and to not take the usual split of the proceeds from the day, so ALL of the money raised will go to the students. As of right now I figure it will come out to about $25 per shift worked...I'm not going to get to the exact number 'till next week, sorry! We'll keep you posted... I was proud of the way you all worked together, and have heard from several businesses that were genuinely happy to have you at their doors! There ARE great things happening in Howell schools, you are proof.
Bert S.
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Hello Everyone!
Well, I can't believe that we are almost at the end of the main marching season already! It really has been a lot of fun. Here is all the news and information that I an think of right now:
GAMEDAY INFORMATION FOR FRIDAY, OCT 19, 2007:
FIRST OFF, READ THE LAST TWO POSTS!
next...
Runthrough/Practice: 3:00PM at parker stadium
4:00 band dismissed until report time
5:00 ish... tailgate begins.. Senior parents, make sure to come get a piece of cake!
6:00 Everyone report in... put on uniforms
6:20 Step off
6:30 Senior recognition ceremony... Senior Parents, please be at the back gates of the Parker stadium by this time. We will enter the stadioum together and have a nice little event.
6:45 Pregame
7:00 Kick off
OK.. on to some other pieces of news:
Hockey band is coming up (This is when the Howell band traves to Ann Arbor to sub for the Unversity of Michigan Hockey Pep band). Audition pieces have been passed out. Auditions will take place next monday, Oct. 22. Rehearsals will be tues, wed, and thurs next week during normal MB time (3-4:30PM) The actual date is next saturday, Oct 27th, 2007. We will probably be leavin Howell around 5pm that day.
Our first "sit down" concert of the year is oct 30th, at 7 pm in the Parker auditorium. More information forthcoming.
Jazz band auditions will take place after the first concert.
The New York trip was originally scheduled for the weekend of april 27th 2008. Because of a scheduling conflict with prom (the date for prom was scheduled two years ago and then not put on the school calendar. Due to a contract, the school cannot change the date of prom), we are going tohave to change the date for our trip. We will have a solid date by next week. in two weeks, we will have a parent/student meeting to re-inform everyone, and in about three weeks, the first $50.00 non-refundable deposit wil be due (other future payments may be refundable depending on date of cancellation, for those of you wondering).
Ok. I think that is it...
see you tomorrow!
-Smigell
Well, I can't believe that we are almost at the end of the main marching season already! It really has been a lot of fun. Here is all the news and information that I an think of right now:
GAMEDAY INFORMATION FOR FRIDAY, OCT 19, 2007:
FIRST OFF, READ THE LAST TWO POSTS!
next...
Runthrough/Practice: 3:00PM at parker stadium
4:00 band dismissed until report time
5:00 ish... tailgate begins.. Senior parents, make sure to come get a piece of cake!
6:00 Everyone report in... put on uniforms
6:20 Step off
6:30 Senior recognition ceremony... Senior Parents, please be at the back gates of the Parker stadium by this time. We will enter the stadioum together and have a nice little event.
6:45 Pregame
7:00 Kick off
OK.. on to some other pieces of news:
Hockey band is coming up (This is when the Howell band traves to Ann Arbor to sub for the Unversity of Michigan Hockey Pep band). Audition pieces have been passed out. Auditions will take place next monday, Oct. 22. Rehearsals will be tues, wed, and thurs next week during normal MB time (3-4:30PM) The actual date is next saturday, Oct 27th, 2007. We will probably be leavin Howell around 5pm that day.
Our first "sit down" concert of the year is oct 30th, at 7 pm in the Parker auditorium. More information forthcoming.
Jazz band auditions will take place after the first concert.
The New York trip was originally scheduled for the weekend of april 27th 2008. Because of a scheduling conflict with prom (the date for prom was scheduled two years ago and then not put on the school calendar. Due to a contract, the school cannot change the date of prom), we are going tohave to change the date for our trip. We will have a solid date by next week. in two weeks, we will have a parent/student meeting to re-inform everyone, and in about three weeks, the first $50.00 non-refundable deposit wil be due (other future payments may be refundable depending on date of cancellation, for those of you wondering).
Ok. I think that is it...
see you tomorrow!
-Smigell
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
BAND SPIRITWEAR will be available to view and place orders at Friday's game. If you wish to purchase right now, please contact me via email and I will proceed. Payment to be received before order will be placed. Great way to show your Band pride and great Christmas gifts(if you can wait that long!) Oh, did I mention Howell Highlander stadium blankets? Four are left!
Snedicor coupons books will be available(after kids are dressed) You will need this coupon book purchased before signing out and having uniform cleaned. Recommend to take in for maintenance and cleaning would be after MB has finished performing this season. Next time to wear will be Fantasy of Lights and then a long stored time until Memorial Day parade. It is most important to maintain for long storage. These books can be purchased in quantities by anyone in the Band! Contact Bert anytime at 546.1993 for purchase or details of this fundraiser.
Also, Senior group pics and great candid band photos can be viewed on 8eight8.com and purchased directly by contacting Richard Lim or see him at the tailgate also. Also check Millermediavision.com also for updated photos.
Julie Dennis
517.546.0996
scroll down to view previous post from Bertie. Carol needs food for Friday and she needs drivers for Saturday!
Snedicor coupons books will be available(after kids are dressed) You will need this coupon book purchased before signing out and having uniform cleaned. Recommend to take in for maintenance and cleaning would be after MB has finished performing this season. Next time to wear will be Fantasy of Lights and then a long stored time until Memorial Day parade. It is most important to maintain for long storage. These books can be purchased in quantities by anyone in the Band! Contact Bert anytime at 546.1993 for purchase or details of this fundraiser.
Also, Senior group pics and great candid band photos can be viewed on 8eight8.com and purchased directly by contacting Richard Lim or see him at the tailgate also. Also check Millermediavision.com also for updated photos.
Julie Dennis
517.546.0996
scroll down to view previous post from Bertie. Carol needs food for Friday and she needs drivers for Saturday!
Sunday, October 14, 2007
FRIDAY 10-19 "Seniors Night" final regular home game !
Carol Stone has volunteered to organize the tailgate, as our usual hostess (Mrs. Dennis) has a senior, and therefore gets the night "off" - The menu is as follows, please bring what you can. All Seniors, please invite your parents & siblings to eat with the band. We will most likely eat around 5PM - if that changes, I'll post the time here.....
Please email to let her know what you can bring.... or leave a message with Bert @ 546-1993
Swedish Meatballs
Baked Beans
Macaroni & Cheese (Stoffers Family Size -need two more. they were a huge hit last year)
Tossed Salad & dressings
Rolls & Butter
Cider
Bottled Water
CStone@ci.howell.mi.us
Thanks, Bert
Carol Stone has volunteered to organize the tailgate, as our usual hostess (Mrs. Dennis) has a senior, and therefore gets the night "off" - The menu is as follows, please bring what you can. All Seniors, please invite your parents & siblings to eat with the band. We will most likely eat around 5PM - if that changes, I'll post the time here.....
Please email to let her know what you can bring.... or leave a message with Bert @ 546-1993
Swedish Meatballs
Baked Beans
Macaroni & Cheese (Stoffers Family Size -need two more. they were a huge hit last year)
Tossed Salad & dressings
Rolls & Butter
Cider
Bottled Water
CStone@ci.howell.mi.us
Thanks, Bert
Thursday, October 11, 2007
From a TOTALLY Biased fan:
The Highlanders looked great Tuesday night at Walled Lake - did you hear the standing "O" they got? - Drumline with blindfolds! Awesome ! Parents and fans alike were proud of you ALL!
Please check back here soon for info on the Tailgate for the Senior Game - Friday Oct 19- we will need food! All Seniors parents are invited to join us.
TAG DAY - is Sat 10-20-07 We have slots for 92 kids to make $ - If you have NOT signed up yet - do it MONDAY in the Band Room - Don't miss out on starting a New York trip fund -ALL BAND MEMBERS CAN WORK TAG DAY!
Bert S.
The Highlanders looked great Tuesday night at Walled Lake - did you hear the standing "O" they got? - Drumline with blindfolds! Awesome ! Parents and fans alike were proud of you ALL!
Please check back here soon for info on the Tailgate for the Senior Game - Friday Oct 19- we will need food! All Seniors parents are invited to join us.
TAG DAY - is Sat 10-20-07 We have slots for 92 kids to make $ - If you have NOT signed up yet - do it MONDAY in the Band Room - Don't miss out on starting a New York trip fund -ALL BAND MEMBERS CAN WORK TAG DAY!
Bert S.
Tuesday, October 09, 2007
Monday, October 08, 2007
ALL THE INFORMATION YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT MARCHING FESTIVAL BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK...
For a quick little feather in your cap kids, cut right to the end of this post...
Thank you Bert for the partial but much more timely post... I deleted it only to avert confusion...
Ok.. Here is what I know about festival. If you have any other questions, please email me at smigellj@howellschools.com
(In no particular order)
-All marching Band Students are excused from 6th hour on Tuesday, Oct. 9 2007. Go directly from 5th hour to marching band
-During 6th hour, we will practice just a little bit more, then pack up
-The busses will pick us up and go at 4PM
-Walled Lake Western HS is located at 600 Beck rd, Walled Lake, MI 48390 (for you mapquest folks)
-We warm up at 5:10 pm and perform at 5:45PM
-Kids will either want to bring a snack for the bus or a little cash for after the festival (we will stop at fast food on the way back)
-We hope to be back around 8PM
-If you want to go home with your parents (or some other adult that your parents trust), you need to present a note from your parents giving permission to either leave with them or the adult of your choice. All students must go on the bus TO the festival
-EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO CHEER US ON!!! PARENTS, LOVED ONES, COMPLETE STRANGERS!!! COME ONE, COME ALL!
-Color Guard, don't forget your blindfolds
-Everyone in marching band is invited to wear nice clothes during the day. Not required, just invited.
-Make sure to also bring your marching black shoes, black socks, and green band shirt to wear under your uniform
-Weather should be PERFECT for our uniforms and for marching... Woot!
-There will be no Marching band practice on Wednesday, OCT 10th enjoy!
-There will be no drumline on thursday, Oct. 11, enjoy!
-THERE WILL BE GENERAL (everybody has to be at it) MARCHING BAND PRACTICE on Thursday, oct 11, 2007
-There are two pep bands this week (both optional) JV football at home on thursday night, and Away Varsity football on Friday night.
-EVERYONE DRINK LOTS OF WATER TONIGHT!!! We Sweated and performed our fannies off!! Make sure to rehydrate!
WHAT A WONDERFUL REHEARSAL!!! I am so proud of all of you, and you know I mean it!!!
I can't wait for tomorrow (today, technically)!!!!!
-SMigell
For a quick little feather in your cap kids, cut right to the end of this post...
Thank you Bert for the partial but much more timely post... I deleted it only to avert confusion...
Ok.. Here is what I know about festival. If you have any other questions, please email me at smigellj@howellschools.com
(In no particular order)
-All marching Band Students are excused from 6th hour on Tuesday, Oct. 9 2007. Go directly from 5th hour to marching band
-During 6th hour, we will practice just a little bit more, then pack up
-The busses will pick us up and go at 4PM
-Walled Lake Western HS is located at 600 Beck rd, Walled Lake, MI 48390 (for you mapquest folks)
-We warm up at 5:10 pm and perform at 5:45PM
-Kids will either want to bring a snack for the bus or a little cash for after the festival (we will stop at fast food on the way back)
-We hope to be back around 8PM
-If you want to go home with your parents (or some other adult that your parents trust), you need to present a note from your parents giving permission to either leave with them or the adult of your choice. All students must go on the bus TO the festival
-EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO CHEER US ON!!! PARENTS, LOVED ONES, COMPLETE STRANGERS!!! COME ONE, COME ALL!
-Color Guard, don't forget your blindfolds
-Everyone in marching band is invited to wear nice clothes during the day. Not required, just invited.
-Make sure to also bring your marching black shoes, black socks, and green band shirt to wear under your uniform
-Weather should be PERFECT for our uniforms and for marching... Woot!
-There will be no Marching band practice on Wednesday, OCT 10th enjoy!
-There will be no drumline on thursday, Oct. 11, enjoy!
-THERE WILL BE GENERAL (everybody has to be at it) MARCHING BAND PRACTICE on Thursday, oct 11, 2007
-There are two pep bands this week (both optional) JV football at home on thursday night, and Away Varsity football on Friday night.
-EVERYONE DRINK LOTS OF WATER TONIGHT!!! We Sweated and performed our fannies off!! Make sure to rehydrate!
WHAT A WONDERFUL REHEARSAL!!! I am so proud of all of you, and you know I mean it!!!
I can't wait for tomorrow (today, technically)!!!!!
-SMigell
Thursday, October 04, 2007
Hey everyone!
Here is some important information:
We are doing things a little differently for the Brighton Game tomorrow:
(obviously, this is the for marching band kids and thier parents)
#1. The run through will happen RIGHT AFTER SCHOOL from 3pm to 4pm-ish. This is the mandatory pregame practice. At this point, the kids will be dismissed until 6 oclock. At six, the kids need to report to the band room to get into their uniforms (more on that later)
#2. the tailgate will be occurring at the same time it always does. Kids (and parents) if you want to eat, you may want to come back a little earlier than 6pm.
OK.. HUGE UNIFORM ANNOUNCEMENT!!! There is supposed to be a record high tomorrow... thus, as before, we are "hedging our bets" until the last moment. EVERY MEMEBR OF THE MARCHING BAND NEEDS TO BRING THEIR GREEN BAND SHIRT (this years's shirt), KHAKI SHORTS, BLACK SHOES AND BLACK SOCKS. If it is too hot near game time, we may have the kids march in the alternate uniform. If kids don't bring the alternate uniform, we will be forced to all wear the SWELTERING uniforms if it is too hot.
LAST THING BOG ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR NOW:
#3. MARCHING FESTIVAL IS NEXT TUESDAY OCT 9. Performance is at 5:30 ish pm at walled lake western. The kids will be leaving almost straight after school. More info forthcoming.
#4. There will be no practice next wednesday, october 10th.
ok... that's it for now!
-Smigell
Here is some important information:
We are doing things a little differently for the Brighton Game tomorrow:
(obviously, this is the for marching band kids and thier parents)
#1. The run through will happen RIGHT AFTER SCHOOL from 3pm to 4pm-ish. This is the mandatory pregame practice. At this point, the kids will be dismissed until 6 oclock. At six, the kids need to report to the band room to get into their uniforms (more on that later)
#2. the tailgate will be occurring at the same time it always does. Kids (and parents) if you want to eat, you may want to come back a little earlier than 6pm.
OK.. HUGE UNIFORM ANNOUNCEMENT!!! There is supposed to be a record high tomorrow... thus, as before, we are "hedging our bets" until the last moment. EVERY MEMEBR OF THE MARCHING BAND NEEDS TO BRING THEIR GREEN BAND SHIRT (this years's shirt), KHAKI SHORTS, BLACK SHOES AND BLACK SOCKS. If it is too hot near game time, we may have the kids march in the alternate uniform. If kids don't bring the alternate uniform, we will be forced to all wear the SWELTERING uniforms if it is too hot.
LAST THING BOG ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR NOW:
#3. MARCHING FESTIVAL IS NEXT TUESDAY OCT 9. Performance is at 5:30 ish pm at walled lake western. The kids will be leaving almost straight after school. More info forthcoming.
#4. There will be no practice next wednesday, october 10th.
ok... that's it for now!
-Smigell
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
Tuesday, October 02, 2007
OCTOBER 5 TAILGATE ITEMS NEEDED:HAMBURGER BUNS FOR 120 HUNGRY KIDS(We are serving sloppy joes)
CHIPS
VEGGIE TRAYS
CHEESE AND CRACKERS
PORK AND BEANS?
POTATO SALADS...
ETC.(WHATEVER YOU HAVE IN MIND)
PLATES AND NAPKINS
OF COURSE WE NEED WATER!!!!!
LAST HOME GAME IS OCTOBER 19TH. THAT IS SENIOR NIGHT! ALL SENIOR PARENTS AND FAMILIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND FOR A SMALL SEND OFF TO THE SENIOR MARCHING BAND MEMBERS :(
CALL or email ME ASAP FOR DONATIONS!
Julie Dennis
americanframingco@charter.net
517.303.4850 cell/leave detailed message
CHIPS
VEGGIE TRAYS
CHEESE AND CRACKERS
PORK AND BEANS?
POTATO SALADS...
ETC.(WHATEVER YOU HAVE IN MIND)
PLATES AND NAPKINS
OF COURSE WE NEED WATER!!!!!
LAST HOME GAME IS OCTOBER 19TH. THAT IS SENIOR NIGHT! ALL SENIOR PARENTS AND FAMILIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND FOR A SMALL SEND OFF TO THE SENIOR MARCHING BAND MEMBERS :(
CALL or email ME ASAP FOR DONATIONS!
Julie Dennis
americanframingco@charter.net
517.303.4850 cell/leave detailed message
Monday, September 24, 2007
Candid Band photos:(amended 9/26)
There were some pictures taken of the band at the last two home football games bytwo photographers. MillerMediavision.com has them posted on their website to view now along with football etc. Another local photographer, Richard Lim has taken some also and are currently posted on his proof viewing gallery. That gallery is 8eight8.com. Check out both! Our band website contains picks currently from last year by parents Bob Schiebold, Rick Kobylarz etc. The Press and Argus has given a few photos in their photo galllery every Friday too. The website will be updated soon with pics from drum major, band camp and the parades to get us up to speed. Keep checking!
Julie
Please scroll down and review last director's blog...if you haven't already.
There were some pictures taken of the band at the last two home football games bytwo photographers. MillerMediavision.com has them posted on their website to view now along with football etc. Another local photographer, Richard Lim has taken some also and are currently posted on his proof viewing gallery. That gallery is 8eight8.com. Check out both! Our band website contains picks currently from last year by parents Bob Schiebold, Rick Kobylarz etc. The Press and Argus has given a few photos in their photo galllery every Friday too. The website will be updated soon with pics from drum major, band camp and the parades to get us up to speed. Keep checking!
Julie
Please scroll down and review last director's blog...if you haven't already.
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Hello Everybody,
As always.. READ THE POST BELOW THIS ONE!!! It explains a lot about the uniform situation, and provides a nice game recap. I was particularly proud of the kids for WORKING THIER BEHINDS OFF on Friday. Even when they were thrown a few curve balls, they adapted nicely. GREAT JOB!
Couple pieces of news.....
#1. I will not be in regular school tomorrow (Monday, sept. 23, 2007), but I WILL BE THERE FOR THE EVENING MARCHING BAND REHEARSAL... which brings us to the second big piece of news:
#2. We are going to adding a half hour to every one of our rehearsals until we are done with festival (Oct. 9). Here are the reasons:
a. We have a great show but by my count we have lost a week and a day of regular rehearsals due to the new building growing pains.
b. We have an exceptional group of kids and we want them to do well at festival
c. We only 9 rehearsals left (just about 2 weeks) and the big event in our season is done. I know it is a bit of an inconvenience, but I am hoping that people will understand and will appreciate the results in the end.
so, that means that the practice schedule looks like this for the next two weeks
Monday 5:30-8:30pm at the Parker football field.
Tuesday-Thursday 3-4:30pm at the stealth field.
Kids (and parents), if you have conflicts with either your job or school, please let me know. Otherwise, I expect to see everyone there during the new times. I understand that some of you will have to leave early because of some things that you cannot get out of this week, but please make an effort first, and let me know if you are leaving early.
ok... I think that is it for now... more information soon!
-Smigell
As always.. READ THE POST BELOW THIS ONE!!! It explains a lot about the uniform situation, and provides a nice game recap. I was particularly proud of the kids for WORKING THIER BEHINDS OFF on Friday. Even when they were thrown a few curve balls, they adapted nicely. GREAT JOB!
Couple pieces of news.....
#1. I will not be in regular school tomorrow (Monday, sept. 23, 2007), but I WILL BE THERE FOR THE EVENING MARCHING BAND REHEARSAL... which brings us to the second big piece of news:
#2. We are going to adding a half hour to every one of our rehearsals until we are done with festival (Oct. 9). Here are the reasons:
a. We have a great show but by my count we have lost a week and a day of regular rehearsals due to the new building growing pains.
b. We have an exceptional group of kids and we want them to do well at festival
c. We only 9 rehearsals left (just about 2 weeks) and the big event in our season is done. I know it is a bit of an inconvenience, but I am hoping that people will understand and will appreciate the results in the end.
so, that means that the practice schedule looks like this for the next two weeks
Monday 5:30-8:30pm at the Parker football field.
Tuesday-Thursday 3-4:30pm at the stealth field.
Kids (and parents), if you have conflicts with either your job or school, please let me know. Otherwise, I expect to see everyone there during the new times. I understand that some of you will have to leave early because of some things that you cannot get out of this week, but please make an effort first, and let me know if you are leaving early.
ok... I think that is it for now... more information soon!
-Smigell
Saturday, September 22, 2007
I can't begin to list the many parents that donated, coordinated the food, helped by walking in the parade, talked with 8th grade parents, worked the uniforms with Bert Schomberger before and afterward! Thank you, your kids appreciate and notice! It can get crazy and we love it!
Speaking of uniforms, if you haven't received a copy of the letter that details the fundraiser between Snedicors and the band boosters please contact myself or Bert(517.546.1993/magefire@hughes.net)to find out the details. It is possible that this information will be mailed within a week to your home. MB students, after selling the first book will be entitled to cleanings, repairs etc. of their uniform along with submitting the profits to their student account. Non marching band students can also benefit after the sale of the first book. Student accounts can be applied to the New York trip or music related needs only. Details to follow.
Spiritwear, whether band booster Tshirts, flannel bottoms and hoodies are available too. We have a few orders and will be placing it shortly. Parents, yes you are a band booster member as a band parent. We don't ask for much just to support you child in the program, so order a shirt! The cost is not for profit. The flannel bottoms can be personalized along with the hoodie and there will be samples at the next band booster meeting. Even though you may have placed an order of the spiritwear at orientation or wish to purchase now please contact me ASAP! Turnaround time is quick! great gifts for your kids or yourself.
Also, if any parent wants to see a Kodak moment? Get to the loading dock after a win and watch how proud the band is with their hats on backwards and then allowed to dance to their own music. Awesome! great job with the craziness yesterday Mr. Smigell! that was lots of work on your part!
Julie Dennis
517.546.0996 home before 8:30
517.303.4850 cell anytime
americanframingco@charter.net
Speaking of uniforms, if you haven't received a copy of the letter that details the fundraiser between Snedicors and the band boosters please contact myself or Bert(517.546.1993/magefire@hughes.net)to find out the details. It is possible that this information will be mailed within a week to your home. MB students, after selling the first book will be entitled to cleanings, repairs etc. of their uniform along with submitting the profits to their student account. Non marching band students can also benefit after the sale of the first book. Student accounts can be applied to the New York trip or music related needs only. Details to follow.
Spiritwear, whether band booster Tshirts, flannel bottoms and hoodies are available too. We have a few orders and will be placing it shortly. Parents, yes you are a band booster member as a band parent. We don't ask for much just to support you child in the program, so order a shirt! The cost is not for profit. The flannel bottoms can be personalized along with the hoodie and there will be samples at the next band booster meeting. Even though you may have placed an order of the spiritwear at orientation or wish to purchase now please contact me ASAP! Turnaround time is quick! great gifts for your kids or yourself.
Also, if any parent wants to see a Kodak moment? Get to the loading dock after a win and watch how proud the band is with their hats on backwards and then allowed to dance to their own music. Awesome! great job with the craziness yesterday Mr. Smigell! that was lots of work on your part!
Julie Dennis
517.546.0996 home before 8:30
517.303.4850 cell anytime
americanframingco@charter.net
Thursday, September 20, 2007
Food update
We are good with:
Mostacholli
garlic bread
napkins and plates
a salad
Could use a more desserts, another salad with toppings
and lots of WATER!
Please bring items to the tailgate area by 3:oo.(I will be there at 2:30 if you want to earlier) We may not notice items placed in the band room. If your child is bringing to school, please have them set in the instrument room by our pile of items along the wall :). Mr. Smigell is kind enough not to complain about this. Only two more games after Friday.
KIDS, remember to bring or preferably wear your pirate shirt, bring or wear your khaki shorts, black socks and solid black shoes Friday (you have the Pep assembly anyway!), weather permitting just in case.
Look for updates even the day of.
Julie Dennis
517.303.4850 leave a message
americanframingco@charter.net
scroll down to the directors notes for the remainder of the week and Homecoming please!
We are good with:
Mostacholli
garlic bread
napkins and plates
a salad
Could use a more desserts, another salad with toppings
and lots of WATER!
Please bring items to the tailgate area by 3:oo.(I will be there at 2:30 if you want to earlier) We may not notice items placed in the band room. If your child is bringing to school, please have them set in the instrument room by our pile of items along the wall :). Mr. Smigell is kind enough not to complain about this. Only two more games after Friday.
KIDS, remember to bring or preferably wear your pirate shirt, bring or wear your khaki shorts, black socks and solid black shoes Friday (you have the Pep assembly anyway!), weather permitting just in case.
Look for updates even the day of.
Julie Dennis
517.303.4850 leave a message
americanframingco@charter.net
scroll down to the directors notes for the remainder of the week and Homecoming please!
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Food Menu for Friday!
Need:
Mostacholli
Garlic bread
tossed salad with selection of toppings
cookies/doughnuts
gatorade or lemonade mix for 5qts. containers
foam bowls(200 ct or more)
small cups(200 ct. or more)
napkins
and WATER, WATER, WATER!!!
Right now we have one large pan of mostacholli and strudel from Pam Glynn
Pan of mostacholli from Mrs. Kobylarz
Help is needed to feed, help with uniforms, greet 8th graders, ride the bus with directors and walk the parade route with the kids.
Donations of food and times call or email me.
Julie Dennis
517.303.4850 cell
517.546.0996 before 8:30 p.m.
americanframingco@charter.net
Please scroll below for the director's comments about Homecoming practice and Friday's happenings!
Need:
Mostacholli
Garlic bread
tossed salad with selection of toppings
cookies/doughnuts
gatorade or lemonade mix for 5qts. containers
foam bowls(200 ct or more)
small cups(200 ct. or more)
napkins
and WATER, WATER, WATER!!!
Right now we have one large pan of mostacholli and strudel from Pam Glynn
Pan of mostacholli from Mrs. Kobylarz
Help is needed to feed, help with uniforms, greet 8th graders, ride the bus with directors and walk the parade route with the kids.
Donations of food and times call or email me.
Julie Dennis
517.303.4850 cell
517.546.0996 before 8:30 p.m.
americanframingco@charter.net
Please scroll below for the director's comments about Homecoming practice and Friday's happenings!
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Hello everyone!
Here is the Homecoming edition of the blog (yay!)
Wednesday: Rehearsal for HSMB (High School Marching Band) from 3-4 pm Start inside for film then outside
Thursday: Rehearsal for HSMB from 3-4pm Outside
Drumline rehearsal 6:30-8:30PM
Friday: HOMECOMING!!! High Schoolers please read all of this! Middle schoolers, please read all of this!
6th hour all HSMB goto the pep rally.
Right after school HSMB rehearses at the parker football field
Around 3:30 HSMB (only) gets fed and gets into uniforms
4:30ish HSMB gets on bus
5:30 HSMB steps off for the homecoming parade (begins at Paige Field, ends at the Presb. Church)
5:45 MIDDLE SCHOOLERS arrive at parker high school and drop their things off at the band room. Pick up a donut at the tailgate (only light snacks available before the game).Goto the "Stealth Field" People will be there to show you. UNIFORM FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS TO BE DETERMINED BY THEIR MS DIRECTOR (Mr. Stimson/Mr. Marzewski). It will probably be something like a Howell Band shirt and either jeans or shorts.
6:00 EVERYBODY PRACTICES AT THE STEALTH FIELD
6:30 Step-off for the stadium Middle school parents, the performing eighth graders get in free, but unfortunately if you want to watch them, you have to pay.
6:45 PREGAME WITH THE HSMB AND THEIR WONDERFUL MIDDLE SCHOOL GUESTS!!!
7:00 Kickoff
Around 7:40ish (could be later or earlier) Halftime and homecoming wonderfulness.
9-9:30ish game over. Please pick up your child promptly, as they lock the building up tight at 10pm nowadays.
Couple of other facts:
HSMB will be wearing their actual Marching Uniforms. The forecast is still favorable at this time. HOWEVER, PLEASE BRING YOUR 07-08 BAND SHIRT AND KHAKI SHORTS IN CASE THE WEATHER IS DIFFERENT. Please do not worry, we will not bake you! (or your child)
HSMB will be fed at the early tailgate (menu and details to come soon). Only snacks will be provided for everyone at the later tailgate (Again, more info to come)
Ok.. In reference to all of the people waiting for audition postings, they might come tonight, they might be up tomorrow on the blog. I will try hard to add them up tonight.
Also.... please mark oct 9th on your calendar... HSMB has MARCHING FESTIVAL THAT DAY.
Finally, Angie Kimball (bagpiper teacher extraordinaire) is back in town. Josie and Kaitlyn are currently our only two pipers (glad to have them!). We need a few more pipers! Angie is giving lessons and has asked me to post her contact #s:
517 618 9019 (home)
Angie, I wasn't sure if you wanted the cell posted as well, let me know (smigellj@howellschools.com) if you do.
OK... I think that is it!!!
-Smigell
p.s. HOORAY FOR EIGHTH GRADERS!! You all marched pretty well! It was cool to meet you all and work with you for a little bit. You all need to join marching band next year!! AWESOME!!!!
Here is the Homecoming edition of the blog (yay!)
Wednesday: Rehearsal for HSMB (High School Marching Band) from 3-4 pm Start inside for film then outside
Thursday: Rehearsal for HSMB from 3-4pm Outside
Drumline rehearsal 6:30-8:30PM
Friday: HOMECOMING!!! High Schoolers please read all of this! Middle schoolers, please read all of this!
6th hour all HSMB goto the pep rally.
Right after school HSMB rehearses at the parker football field
Around 3:30 HSMB (only) gets fed and gets into uniforms
4:30ish HSMB gets on bus
5:30 HSMB steps off for the homecoming parade (begins at Paige Field, ends at the Presb. Church)
5:45 MIDDLE SCHOOLERS arrive at parker high school and drop their things off at the band room. Pick up a donut at the tailgate (only light snacks available before the game).Goto the "Stealth Field" People will be there to show you. UNIFORM FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS TO BE DETERMINED BY THEIR MS DIRECTOR (Mr. Stimson/Mr. Marzewski). It will probably be something like a Howell Band shirt and either jeans or shorts.
6:00 EVERYBODY PRACTICES AT THE STEALTH FIELD
6:30 Step-off for the stadium Middle school parents, the performing eighth graders get in free, but unfortunately if you want to watch them, you have to pay.
6:45 PREGAME WITH THE HSMB AND THEIR WONDERFUL MIDDLE SCHOOL GUESTS!!!
7:00 Kickoff
Around 7:40ish (could be later or earlier) Halftime and homecoming wonderfulness.
9-9:30ish game over. Please pick up your child promptly, as they lock the building up tight at 10pm nowadays.
Couple of other facts:
HSMB will be wearing their actual Marching Uniforms. The forecast is still favorable at this time. HOWEVER, PLEASE BRING YOUR 07-08 BAND SHIRT AND KHAKI SHORTS IN CASE THE WEATHER IS DIFFERENT. Please do not worry, we will not bake you! (or your child)
HSMB will be fed at the early tailgate (menu and details to come soon). Only snacks will be provided for everyone at the later tailgate (Again, more info to come)
Ok.. In reference to all of the people waiting for audition postings, they might come tonight, they might be up tomorrow on the blog. I will try hard to add them up tonight.
Also.... please mark oct 9th on your calendar... HSMB has MARCHING FESTIVAL THAT DAY.
Finally, Angie Kimball (bagpiper teacher extraordinaire) is back in town. Josie and Kaitlyn are currently our only two pipers (glad to have them!). We need a few more pipers! Angie is giving lessons and has asked me to post her contact #s:
517 618 9019 (home)
Angie, I wasn't sure if you wanted the cell posted as well, let me know (smigellj@howellschools.com) if you do.
OK... I think that is it!!!
-Smigell
p.s. HOORAY FOR EIGHTH GRADERS!! You all marched pretty well! It was cool to meet you all and work with you for a little bit. You all need to join marching band next year!! AWESOME!!!!
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