Week 3, Home vs. PHSN

All, 
I'm excited to announce it is finally September!  The weather made the last 3 weeks of August a challenge  but we look forward to many sunny skies moving forward. 

Today's FYI will cover 
- practice schedule and attendance
- Uniform(s) Friday and Monday
- Friday, Game Day timeline
- Labor Day Parade  
- Fees
- 3rd quarter Food for this game only
- Parent volunteers. 

Practice and Attendance
Thank you for the flexibility.  Last month was difficult with all the weather conflicts and last minute changes to rehearsal times.  Despite the hurdles we are still on schedule for learning the show. 

As a reminder, it is expected that everyone attends every practice.  "My work scheduled me" or "I have homework" are not accepted excuses.  The band intentionally does not practice every day to allow students to balance life outside of band.  I expect every student to manage commitments and fulfill your obligations to not only band, but to work and individual studies.  Parent's you know this is the most important life lesson we can teach our children.  Please help me reinforce this at home.  It not only makes our kids more reliable, dependable, responsible but also makes them more employable when it is time to be a functional member of society.   

Parents, injuries happen and we do want injuries to heal.  As the parent of an athlete I know how important it is to give kids the time to recover when injured.  With that said, if your child is not cleared to participate in band we need a doctor's note saying they can not participate until X date.  This allows me to know who is injured and who is trying to avoid doing the work.  Most doctor's offices will ask you if you need a doctor's note after a visit.  You can send me a copy of the note via email or student! 

Uniforms for Friday and Monday
Due to the heat we are experiencing, we will wear our summer uniforms for the game Friday and the Parade on Monday.  

Make sure you have your summer band shirt, khaki shorts, white ankle socks and and band shoes ready to go.  Everyone should own marching shoes by now so no tennis shoes will be allowed for Friday and Monday.  

As always, no accessory jewelry allowed when in uniform.  Bracelets, large necklaces, additional piercings will not be allowed when in uniform. 

Hair needs to be pulled back into ponytails or buns.  

Sunglasses are approved for the parade on Monday, but will not be necessary for the game on Friday.

Friday Night Timeline
3:10 - Dress rehearsal on turf field
4:10 - Dismiss.  Leave sound EQ and front ensemble on the field by the band stands.
5:00 - Band room opens 
5:45 - Report to flag poles in uniform 
6:00 - Warm-up and pep session. 
6:35 - Parade from Flag poles to Tiger Stadium
6:48 - Pregame
7:00 - Kick-off

Labor Day Parade and Concert in Victory Park
The Labor Day parade is a Pickerington Tradition.  It begins with a parade and ends with a brief concert in Victory Park.  Report time is 8:30am, Step-off for the parade is 10am.  The early report time is to avoid any road closures or traffic issues. 

The concert in Victory Park start time varies from year to year.  It simply begins when the parade has concluded and the bands are completely set-up.  The best viewing of the concert is from a lawn chair on the Victory park basketball courts.  Students will be dismissed at the conclusion of the concert. This has ranged anywhere between 12:30-1:30 in the past.  Please come support both awesome bands in Pickerington.  

Pro Tips
1. Drop student off in the morning, then go to Victory Park and set down chairs. 
2. Bring an umbrella, rain or shine, it will provide relief from the elements.
3. Sun screen and water make the event more pleasant

Pay to Participate Fee
As a reminder, this is a SCHOOL FEE from the district and not a booster fee.  The district's policy on unpaid district fees can result in your child not participating in marching band.  

I fully anticipate the district to enforce this policy this week.  Please make sure you are current on all school fees.  Especially the band PTP.

If you are experiencing financial hardship you may apply for payment plan options with the Athletic Office.  Feel free to email me with any questions regarding this matter.  

3rd Quarter Food
Due to the numbers expected for this game we will be serving pizza to both bands during the 3rd quarter of the game.  This is provided by the boosters. Kids will receive 2 slices of pizza and as much water as they need.  Sometimes the clubs include a cookie or snack, we will just have to wait and see!  If your child has a dietary concern and pizza needs to be substituted please contact myself or Mrs. Haverfield ASAP for planing purposes. 


Parent Volunteers for Friday

Nurse
Julie Ketchum

FIeld Help
Chris Mirakian
Heather Edwards
Hope Hill
Tony Gerardi
Janel Theiss
Melissa Wyatt
Katie Melton
Lisa Mezquita
Jennifer Dryer

Guard Help
Holly Jean Hummel
Kristina Blanton