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Marching Band Policies and Procedures
Bus assignments
Students had the
opportunity to sign up for a bus on Thursday, Aug. 23. These bus
assignments remain in place for the duration of the marching season.
Students cannot switch buses at any time.
Rehearsals
During marching
season, full band rehearsals are generally as follows:
*In weeks
where there is a
Monday school holiday, i.e. Labor Day and Columbus Day, afternoon
practice will shift to Tuesday, 4:30-7 p.m.
Additional rehearsals may be required on football game days and as
marching contests near. Any changes in the marching rehearsal
schedule will be announced by the directors.
Required Items for
Marching Season
Musicians
During
marching season,
uniforms and hats will be
issued in the band hall before the band departs for an event.
Musicians must have the following items in order to be issued their
uniforms and hats:
Complete uniform and hat.
Solid white crew- or
V-neck T-shirt (must be solid white; no markings), to wear under uniform.
Lightweight shorts, to be
worn under uniform.
Black dress socks, at least
calf-length (no half-length or ankle socks, or socks with logo).
Clean and polished, black
marching shoes. Write your name on the inside.
Flip folio with sheet music.
Put your name on it!
Marching lyre.
Your instrument.
Guard
All members of the color guard
must bring the following to every performance:
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Body tight.
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Makeup.
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Performance shoes.
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Tote bag.
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Towel.
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Hair supplies.
Policies for Football
Games and Other Marching Events
(Musicians and Guard)
Clark Band students are
encouraged to have fun during marching season, but they are also
expected to display professionalism and respectfulness while
representing their school at band events. A supportive attitude and
cooperation from each individual regarding the following policies
will ensure an enjoyable and successful season for all:
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No jewelry may be worn on the buses, in the stands, or at
any time during football games or other marching events. The only
exception is Clark senior rings and religious necklaces. Students are advised to leave their
jewelry and all valuables at home to prevent loss or theft.
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No nail polish
may be worn on the buses or at any time during marching events.
Students wearing nail polish will be required to remove it before
boarding buses.
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No cell phones, CD players,
video games, or other personal electronic devices
are permitted in the stands, and are
discouraged on the buses due to the potential for loss or theft. In
the case of an emergency that requires a phone call, students should
notify a chaperone.
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No food, drinks, candy, or gum
may be brought on the buses or into
the stands. Chaperones will provide plenty of water during games,
contests, and other marching events.
After-school procedures on game days
On game days, there will be a
short run-through after school.
Depending on the
band's scheduled departure time and if time permits, students might receive a short
break after the run-though to leave campus to eat dinner. Students
will not be permitted to leave campus on the Aug. 30 and Sept. 6
game days. The Band Boosters will provide dinner for the students on
campus on those days.
Pre-paid meals are available from the Band Boosters for Sept. 21,
Sept. 28, Oct. 12, Oct. 19 and Nov. 9 game days. These are optional,
but will save students and parents time and hassle in getting food
on these busy days. If you have not purchased pre-paid meals and
wish to do so, refer to the
Prepaid Meals page for
details and deadlines.
After the
games and contests
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Uniform Check-In
Upon returning to school, students must check in their uniforms and
hats before going home. Please place hats in their cases and hang
the garments properly on their hangers, making sure all buttons are
buttoned, zippers are zipped, etc., before turning them in.
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Student Pick-Up
For the safety of all students, parents should
make every effort to be at the school when the band returns, ready
to pick up their children.
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