8/27/13 Update from Mr. P: 

Parents and Students,

After a wet start to the school year, we are off and running now. Remember that next week is our first performance (Sept 6th) and if you are willing to help the pit, please email Frank Mason at cpafrank@cox.net.  

Here's a look at this week....

Mon 8/26:  FMB 3 to 5 and guard 3 to 6 

Tues 8/27:  Horns and Guard 3 to 5, Pit and Battery 5 to 8.

Wed 8/28:  All-State Entry Forms and Fees due, not late forms accepted.  Also, Zaxby's Family Night at the Main Street Zaxby's.  Stop by between 5 and 8 PM, 10% of your order will go to the band!

Thurs 8/29:  FMB 5 to 8

Fri 8/30:  FMB 3 to 6,  Yankee Candle Orders and Money Due.

Special Note**  The students have their first playing test coming up. They have to play off the 4 school songs by sections (trumpets, flutes, etc) by Sept 11th.  This playing test is a large portion of their 1st 9 weeks grade.  Please make sure if you have a student that is a wind player, they are putting some extra time into these pieces.

Have a great week,

Bill

AUGUST 27 FUND RAISING REMINDERS

Zaxby’s Fundraiser tomorrow night, Wednesday August 28^th,  from 5:00 until 8:00 pm  at  the Zaxby’s located at 1 NW 10^th Avenue and Main Street.  
10% of all sales will be given to the Gainesville High School Band and Guard.   Dine in or take out.

On Wednesdays they offer a Kiddie Night.  Buy 2 adult meals and get up to 2 kiddie meals for only .99!!!


Yankee Candle fundraiser.  Please let me know if you need extra catalogs or order forms.  Do not forget about the online ordering.  It’s a great way for your out of town family and friends to support our band and guard members.  The orders/money are due this Friday, August 30^th.  if you have any questions, please contact me at suncyn@cox.net.

Gator Concessions is underway!!  If you plan to work any Gator games and have not yet received an email from Lea Musselwhite, then please contact her via email at:

 

lea.musselwhite@casjax.com

  

CALENDAR CHANGES


Aug 9: 

Parents and Students,

I was just informed by our football program today that the first football game that we are attending versus Eastside High School has had a date change.  On our calendar that I passed out at the parent meeting, the game was scheduled for Thursday, Sept 5th.  It has been moved to Friday, September 6th.  Because of this change, our schedule for the week has been adjusted as well.  Here is the new schedule...

Mon, Sept 2nd:  No School, Labor Day

Tues, Sept 3rd:  Horn Line and Guard: 3:00-5:00 PM, Percussion 5:00-8:00 PM

Wed, Sept 4th:  No After School Rehearsals

Thurs, Sept 5th:  Full Marching Band:  5:00-8:00 PM

Friday, Sept 6th:  GHS vs EHS Game, Band members report at 3:00 PM

 

GATOR CONCESSIONS FUNDRAISER

 

 

Gator Concessions - a great way to earn fair share! Last year each worker earned $70.00 per game for his/her own fair share. 

 

If you think you may be interested you MUST pre-register a couple weeks in advance  All workers must be at least 16 years old.

 

The website and step by step instructions are attached.  In order to register, you need to know the following:

 

• My role on game day is - Concession
• The entity I work for on game day- M&M concession

 

PLEASE REGISTER BEFORE AUGUST 19th. 

Thank you,

Lea Musselwhite

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YANKEE CANDLE FUNDRAISER THRU 8/30

 

 

We have launched our Yankee Candle fundraiser.  The packets that were distributed contain a catalog, order form and an information sheet regarding the fundraiser.  This fundraiser will run until August 30^th.  At that time, all orders and money are due.  This is a great fundraiser and very easy to sell because of the products wonderful reputation.  The items make great gifts for family, friends and relatives!

This year, Yankee Candle is introducing online ordering.  Go to www.yankeecandlefundraising.com and click on seller log on.  

 

Put in the group number (990016443) that is listed on the information sheet and click enter. 

 

The Group ID will appear, which is  Gainesville High Band. 

 

Start shopping!!!!  When you check out, it will give you the amount of money that will be going to the GHS band.  If you would like this amount to go to a particular student, forward a copy of your online receipt to me (suncyn@cox.net) and I will apply the amount to their account.

 
When filling out the order form:
·         Do not use red ink          
·         Please Print!!!  Put  your name and Gainesville High School Band on the top of the order form and on the Collection Envelope.
·         Before you turn in the packet, make sure the order and the amount of payment received match.
·         Retain both the pink copy and the brochure for you to reference when the product is delivered.
·         Return the Yellow and White copies with your order packet to either Mr. Pirzer, Susie Hummel (treasurer) or to me.
Please do not go Door-to-Door.  Sell to your relatives, friends, neighbors and parents’ co-workers.  .  Please contact me at suncyn@cox.net if you did not get the fundraising packet, need an extra packet/order form or have any questions. 
Thank you for supporting the Gainesville High School Band and Guard.
Cindy Mason
suncyn@cox.net

ZAXBY'S NIGHT:  AUG 28 - MAINSTREET LOCATION, 5 - 8

 

Hi Everyone,

I hope the Yankee Candle Fundraiser is going well for everyone.  It is great product and please take advantage of the online ordering.  If you have any questions, my email is on the outside of the packet envelope.

It is time for our next family night at Zaxby’s on Wednesday, Aug 28^th from 5:00 until 8:00 pm.  10% of all sales will be given to the Gainesville High School Band and Guard.  This offer is only at the Main Street location.  Dine in or take out.
Wednesday is Kiddie Night at Zaxby’s.  Buy 2 adult meals and get up to 2 kiddie meals for only .99!!!

Please help spread the word to all of your friends and family.  If you need flyers to put up at your place of business, please let me know.  Mr. Pirzer has extras in his office.

Thanks for all of your support!
Cindy Mason
Fundraiser Coordinator    (suncyn@cox.net)

UNIFORM PARENTS NEEDED

Dear Parents:

Band parent, Sharon Sailor has volunteered to take over the uniforms next year. However, she will need at least two additional parents to help her.

If this sounds like something you would be interested in helping with, please email me with any questions at the3hummels@gmail.com.

Thank you,

 

Susie

PIT CREW HELP NEEDED

 

GHS Band & Guard Family:

 

The season is quickly approaching and it is time to begin to organize our 2013 Pit Crew. The pit crew assists with moving the pit (front ensemble), props and drum major stands on and off the field prior to and after performances at football games and competitions. You will be assigned a pushing/pulling/carrying position that you will remain in for the season to help the kids associated with that equipment to get comfortable with you and to get you comfortable with where your equipment needs to be located.

 
Here are the 2013 performance dates:

·         Fri 9/6 – EHS football game (Citizens Field)

·         Fri 9/13 – Madison HS football game (Citizens Field)

·         Fri 10/11 – BHS football game (Citizens Field)

·         Sat 10/12 – Southern Showcase of Champions (Santa Fe HS – Alachua)

·         Sat 10/19 – Ocala Marching Band Festival,  Westport HS (Ocala)

·         Fri 10/25 – Citrus HS football game (Citizens Field)

·         Sat 10/26 – FBA at Williston HS

·         Sat 11/23 – FMBC State Championships (Tampa / St Pete)

 
In general the times are as follows:
·         Football games – arrive near game start (7:30p) – we will prepare to mobilize near the start of the 2^nd quarter which will vary in time depending on the speed of the game.
·         Southern Showcase and Ocala Marching Band Festival competition performances – exact times are yet to be determined but plan on committing to an all- day adventure. We will likely perform around noon and again in the evening. However, the band moves around the competition sites periodically for warm-ups, etc and the pit crew moves them from location to location throughout the day.
·         FBA – this is a one performance and done – but times are yet to be announced – likely late afternoon.
·         FMBC Championships – this will be a very early start – leaving GHS likely prior to sunrise and returning in the wee hours Sun am (possibly 3am) – you are encouraged to ride the parent bus which will stay with the band throughout the day as we move from the prelim’s performance location (yet to be determined) to Tropicana Dome for finals.
·         Transportation - You will be responsible to provide your own transportation to these performances.  However, there will be a parent bus for the state championship (Sat 11/23) for a fee (last year I believe the cost was $25).
·         Cost – Pit crew members do not pay entry fees to football games or competitions. However, we will purchase pit crew shirts which will likely cost approximately $10 to $15 each and we request that you wear black shorts or black pants/jeans for competition performances.
Please make sure to check your availability prior to committing to be a part of the pit crew as you will be needed at each of these performances. We may “rehearse” our responsibilities at one of the last practices prior to the Band’s first performance which is on Fri, 9/6 (maybe 9/5 but that is not yet confirmed). 

We are also looking for help in the event one our existing trailer pullers is unable to pull to a football game or competition. If you have a vehicle that can pull the band trailers (they are parked in the bus loop area) please let me know. Your vehicle should be equipped with a brake actuator.

If the pit crew is not your thing or you are unable to commit to the requirements of the schedule, don’t worry there are plenty opportunities to help in other ways. You will receive communications throughout the year soliciting help in various tasks associated with the band’s rehearsals and performances.
If you are interested in joining the 2013 Pit Crew (or trailer pulling) and are able to commit to the schedule, please email me your name, preferred email address, and your cell phone number.  My email address is cpafrank@cox.net. You will find this is a great way to really immerse yourself into this awesome GHS Marching Band & Guard tradition and experience – we have a terrific time and it is very rewarding to participate up close and personal with our wonderful kids!
We appreciate your volunteerism – it takes all the parts to make the whole, no matter how big or small the part, all the parts are necessary.
Frank Mason

 

 

Parents and Students,

 

Tonight's DCI show will start tonight at 7:00 PM.  

Please come join us in the band room to watch the DCI World Championship Finals. One dollar contributions are appreciated, to help with the cost of the show.  Thanks! 

GHS Band Calendar for 2013-2014 

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