Back To School

Students bringing instruments, rehearsal gear to school in the morning…

• Go directly to the Cafeteria upon arrival.  Do not go to the Fine Arts Hallway
• Wait in the Cafeteria until 7:00 AM or until Dr. Ruiz releases you
• Exit through the parking lot doors(do not go down Mane Street)
• Cross breezeway
• Enter glass doors by Band Hall by 7:10 AM (do not enter exterior band hall door)
• If you arrive after 7:10 AM, you will need to enter through the Cafeteria and wait for the bell to dismiss students to First Period

Students not bringing instruments, rehearsal gear to school in the morning…

• Remain in Cafeteria until bell rings dismissing everyone to First Period
• Do not enter the Band Hall or hang out in the Fine Arts Hallway before school

Remember that for security reasons, only students currently enrolled in band are allowed in the Band Hall.  All non-band students will need to wait on Mane Street or in the cafeteria.

What students need for band class…

1. Band binder with fundamental book and show music (downloadable from Charms), flip folder, and lyre for instrument. (THIS INCLUDES FOOTBALL PLAYERS)
2. Dot book
3. Instrument (THIS INCLUDES FOOTBALL PLAYERS)
   • With all necessary equipment such as reeds, valve oil, etc….
4. Pencil(s) (THIS INCLUDES FOOTBALL PLAYERS)
5. Athletic shoes (THIS INCLUDES FOOTBALL PLAYERS)
   • We will do basic marching in the band hall, students are required to change into athletic shoes if they are not wearing them to school.
6. Clothing that allows students to perform all visuals
   • Students wearing tight jeans or skirts will need to change into athletic shorts; however, this will need to take place during the 7 minute passing period as we do not set aside class time for students to change clothes.

What students need for after school rehearsals…

1. Band binder with fundamental book and show music, flip folder, and lyre for instrument.
2. Dot book
3. Instrument
   • With all necessary equipment such as reeds, valve oil, etc….
4. Pencil(s)
5. Water jug or Camelbak (1/2 gallon minimum; does not have to be the blue one purchased at Equipment Night) – we suggest filling the jug with ice then with water so the water will still be cold by the time rehearsal begins at 3:00.
6. Athletic shoes
   • Vans, converse, vibram five fingers, or similar shoes, sandals, and flip flops are not acceptable footwear.
7. White athletic t-shirt and shorts (any color)
   • Tank tops are allowed.
   • Ladies undergarments must remain hidden
8. Sunscreen
   • Get the correct SPF for your skin type.
   • Apply sunscreen before going outside.
9. Hat/visor and sunglasses
   • Sun protection for your eyes
   • Silly hats are not acceptable.
10. Students may eat a snack after school.  Those who eat A lunch are encouraged to eat a snack after school.

Note: failure to have required items at during and after school rehearsals will negatively affect weekly participation grades.

Notes for parents…

1. Please refrain from dropping forgotten items off at the front desk for your child.  If possible, please wait until 2:45 and deliver the items to your child outside the band hall.
2. The UIL 8-hour Rule begins with the first day of school.  Please pick up your child within ten minutes of the conclusion of rehearsals.  We will not go over time due to the UIL 8-Hour Rule.  To re-familiarize yourself with this rule, please see the required forms section at Charms.
3. Please use caution when picking up your child as there will be a lot of foot traffic moving in both directions across the driveway.  Please use a designated parking space if one is available or pick your child up from the front of the school.
4. For the safety of the students, please avoid driving on the band practice field while students are on the lot moving equipment.