Weekly Update (Oct 28 - Nov 3)

Oct 27

The Update:

Our competitive marching season has come to an end. Students, we are so proud and thankful for your dedication, determination, discipline, and pride throughout this season. Each and every one of you played an integral part in elevating our band program to another level. We are so excited to continue to grow and see how far we can go during the concert season.

Parents, thank you for your continual love and support for our program. Your students are truly exceptional!

Contest Recap:

Mesquite Marching Festival
- 8th place in 5A
US Bands Saginaw
- 2nd place in 5A
Showdown at Standridge
- 6th place
Wylie Invitational
- 8th place
Sunnyvale Invitational
- Prelims: Outstanding Percussion, Colorguard, Drum Majors, Winds
- Finals: 2nd place
Battle For the Spear
- Prelims: 9th Place
- Finals: 7th Place
UIL 5A Region Marching Contest
- 1 - 1 - 1 Advance to Area
UIL 5A Area Marching Contest
- 12th place in Area

Game: Sachse

No marching rehearsals this week!

Monday: No Rehearsal
Tuesday: No Rehearsal
Wednesday:
- Percussion/ Drumline rehearsal 3:30 - 5:30
- Jazz band 3:15 - 4:45 in the ensemble room
Thursday: Game v. Sachse
Friday: No Rehearsal

SPRING TRIP PAYMENT: 2nd installment of the spring trip has not been collected. Please turn in the $75 to Mr. Falls as soon as possible!

Parents, if you would like to get involved with our boosters or volunteer at any of our events, please contact Mrs. Lydia, at volunteer@naamanforestband.org

Lastly, for those who have not brought the required items, please bring them this week. Please look at the supplemental supplies section below to know what items to bring.

Thank you all!

Please feel free to contact us with any questions by email or remind.

This Week at a Glance

Monday, Oct 28
- No rehearsal
Tuesday, Oct 29
- 8th grade Expo at CCC
Wednesday, Oct 30
- 8th grade Expo at CCC
- Percussion/Drumline rehearsal 3:30 - 5:30
- Jazz Band Rehearsal 3:15 - 4:45
Thursday, Oct 31

Football v. Sachse
- Senior night

Friday, Nov 1
- Please Rest

Week Ahead

Monday, Nov 4
- Wind Ensemble Rehearsal 3:30 - 5:30
- Drumline Rehearsal 3:30 - 5:00
Tuesday, Nov 5
- Student Holiday
Wednesday, Nov 6
- Jazz Band Rehearsal 3:15 - 4:45
Thursday, Nov 7

Wind Ensemble Rehearsal 3:30 - 5:30
Drumline Rehearsal 3:30 - 5:00

Friday, Nov 8
- Football Game V. South Garland
Saturday, Nov 9
- Lewisville Drumline Contest

For Percussion

Weekly Update

Course Google Drive

Supplemental Supplies

All members are required to bring the following supplies for band camp. These items will be used to feed and hydrate your students during the hot days of summer band.

Freshman: 2, 6 Gallons Gatorade mixes (Orange, Fruit Punch, Lemon Lime or Glacier Freeze) Bring TWO
Sophomores: 64 bottles of water (Size 16.9 Fl. oz)
Juniors: 36 Dole or Del Monte Fruit Cups
Seniors: 1 pack of Nature Valley, 60 cts Granola Bars & 1 pack of Quaker 36 ct, Granola Bars

Band Fees

Parents,

Reminder that the Remainder of our $200 band fee is due by band Camp 7/29/24

We are able to take these fees in person via check (Payable to Naaman Forest Band) or Cash.

For those who were able to pay in full in advanced, Thank You. Your expeditious payment allows us to provide more masterclass services at the beginning of the school year.

Band Fee Payment Schedule