Anthony Wayne Band Boosters

Dear Band Members and Parents,

Welcome to another year in the Anthony Wayne Band Program. The seniors and I have returned from our annual retreat with some exciting ideas for the upcoming year. I am sure that they will prove to be strong leaders, and we are all looking forward to a successful year.

This year the packet that you are receiving is a little different. We have decided to save on postage and paper by putting some of the information here on the Anthony Wayne Band website. We mailed a copy of the schedule, information about the band boosters, and an emergency medical form. Other information like the band handbook, booster officers, and uniform information will be available on the 2010-11 Packet page.

Uniform fittings will occur on August 3rd and 4th from 9am-5pm in the high school band room. At this time, the students will be fitted for both marching and concert uniforms and pay uniform and rental fees. These fees can be viewed with the packet information online. Please also remember to turn in your emergency medical form at uniform fittings.

All students who are in band are required to have a physical on file with the band. Students can use a sports physical if they have already had one. More information about times for students to get a physical here at the school will be sent out later. A physical form will be available online with the packet information.

Pre-season marching band practices are important for a successful season. Because everyone is an integral part of the group, attendance at all practices is required. If you are not able to attend a rehearsal, an absence excuse form should be filled out at least two weeks before the absence will occur. Please consider the band schedule when trying to plan family vacations. We can only perform at our highest level if everyone rehearses and performs together.

Please dress for the warm weather rehearsals at band camp. Students should wear cool and comfortable clothing for the rehearsals. Shoes should be supportive and conducive to marching. Please do not wear sandals. Drink lots of water to avoid dehydration and use sunscreen to avoid sunburn. We want to avoid heat-related and any other injuries.

August 17th will be the annual Band Preview Night. Everyone is welcome to watch the first show of the season and meet the students and instructors. Please come and enjoy the fun on August 17th at 7:00pm.

I look forward to working with you again this year.

Sincerely,

Roy Young