Announcements 3/19/23

 1)  Let's start getting those Online Auction items in this week!  We want to start the auctions right after Spring Break which means we need to get the items in so that we can properly set them up.  Small items such as Gift Cards will give us the quantity of auctions we need while big ticket items will be the cornerstone of the overall fundraiser.  We need both quantity and quality items to make this auction work to it's fullest.  Both types make great advertisements for the businesses donating them.

2)  Solo and Ensemble is this Saturday for those who signed up for it.  Those students will need to find a ride to Northside HS.  Mr. Price will be there but will have to get there early.  Our block of time is 10-11 am.  This means you can find your assigned room and perform at any point during that time, then you are free to leave after you perform.  Medals will be given out after Spring Break.  It is suggested you get there a few minutes to warm up.  Assigned rooms will be posted in the band room.  Make sure you dress nice since the judge can see you!  Also, double check with Mr. Price to see if you have paid your Solo and Ensemble fee.

3)  Jazz Band will meet Monday from 3:30 to 4:30.

Announcements 3/12/23

 1)  Concert Festival week!  We will be traveling Friday to UT Martin to perform.  Students will go to 1st block, and then report to the Band room immediately after 1st block.  Please wear your Concert attire that day because we won't have time for people to change clothes before we have to load the bus.  Plan to bring money for lunch as we will eat at the food court/cafeteria at UT Martin.  A full itinerary will be posted on Monday. 

2)  Parents (and anyone else) are welcome to attend the concert festival performance at the Fine Arts Building. It is free admission, and we perform at 1:40.  Just know you won't be able to sit in certain sections because the judges will be seated in 3 selected areas of the theater.  You can sign your child out after sight-reading if you want them to ride home with you.

3)  Jazz Band will meet on Monday from 3:30 to 5:30.

4)  Shout out to the Band members that were involved with the Shrek musical this weekend!  It was an awesome show and you guys did terrific!    

Announcements 3/5/23

 1)  The girls basketball team qualified for the state tournament, so the band has been asked to play at their send off Monday morning.  Be prepared to report to the band room immediately after announcements, then go to the gym lobby.   We will play our usual pep songs.  ​​​​​​​

2)  Jazz Band will meet on Monday 3:30 to 4:30.

3)  Any band members signed up to play for the Shrek musical this week - plan on being on the focus list this week and plan on being at the theater rehearsal Tuesday afternoon until about 4:30.  This is when we will find out more details about the performances this coming weekend.

Announcements 2/26/23

1)  Booster meeting this Thursday at 6:30 in the Band room.   We will be discussing a lot of end-of-year items so that the April meeting can be focused on the Fall Kickoff.  

2)  Jazz Band will meet Monday after school.  

3)  Students who signed up for Solo and Ensemble need to get their fees in this week.  $10 per person, per event.  

4)  The Winter Guard will be performing at Summit High School this Saturday in their 3rd competition of the year.  Be sure to wish them luck!  They are doing awesome this year!

Announcements 2/20/23

 1)  Chamber Ensemble concert this Thursday at 7 pm!  Report time for students is 6:30 pm in the gym to warm up.  Concert attire - look nice, no jeans, no hats, no holes in pants!  The concert starts at 7 pm in the gym and, as always, is free of charge as a "Thank you" to parents and the community for supporting our many fundraisers.  

2)  Jazz Band pictures will be Tuesday during Focus. Bring a change of all black clothes for the picture - you will also need this attire for the concert in April.

Announcements 2/12/23

1)  This Thursday we will be inviting the 8th graders up for one last meet-and-greet rehearsal from 7-8 pm. We want as many current high school band students there as possible to give the upcoming freshmen a taste of playing with a huge marching band!  The exception will be with the Color Guard since they already have a fundamentals clinic with the 8th graders scheduled on Monday.  

2)  Jazz Band will be meeting on Monday in the Band Room from 3:30 to 4:30.  

Announcements 2/5/23

1)  Booster meeting this Tuesday at 6:30 pm.  This is the one that was rescheduled from last Thursday when we were out of school.

2)  Butter Braid sales will end this Wednesday.  It has been going great so far, so let's push to the end .  Remember - the less Butter Braids you sell, the more "Butter" puns Mr. Johnson will use!  So sell, sell, sell!!!

3)  Jazz Band will meet Monday from 3:30 to 4:30.

4)  Color Guard fundamentals start Monday from 3:30 to 5:30 and will continue every Monday through the month.  Fundamentals clinic is open to all current 7th and 8th graders and any high schooler wanting to audition for guard.  Invite your friends!  There is no fee for these days, so if your friends wants to learn or just see if they can do it, tell them to come on!  (Current Winter Guard members will continue their weekly rehearsal schedule.  They are not required to be at these clinics, but are more than welcome join the fun!)