Keep cell phones and mobile devices put away. Do NOT have them on your stand unless approved by director (i.e. tuner and metronome apps). If there is an emergency, parents/guardians can contact the school or directors. Play your own instrument and no one else’s unless you have director approval. Instrument, case, music, books, etc., should be kept in their proper place before, during, and after rehearsals. Give 100% effort during all rehearsals and performances. Do not disrupt or disturb rehearsal with inappropriate activities. Remain on task at all times; do not talk or interrupt the focus of a rehearsal. Show good rehearsal etiquette by a good team player-study your part quietly while the director works with another section. Play your instrument THE RIGHT WAY—EVERYDAY! Absences should be reported in advance, in writing if possible, to be excused. An email must be sent to a director from a parent or guardian, in any case, to be kept on file to document and excuse the absence. Excessive absences is unacceptable, and will result in failing grades, student placed on alternate status, and ultimately dismissal from the program (Director of Bands discretion) Always strive, persevere, and maintain a positive attitude toward achieving your goals as a band member during the tough times as well as the good times. No one is expected to be perfect, but everyone is expected to give their all! Band Travel Full instruction will be given before leaving for the destination. All band members will travel to performances, destinations, etc., on school approved transportation. Students may ride back from a performance with a parent or guardian if signed out on location. NO STUDENT is allowed to leave with anyone but their own parent or guardian unless arrangements have been made prior to the trip, with approval from the principal and the band director. Bus Conduct Band students are expected to follow all rules and regulations established and approved by the school district in the Handbook” and of Conduct”. “Student “Code Everyone is to remain seated at all times No food or drinks on bus without permission. Do not put hands, arms, or heads out windows while traveling. Uniforms must be worn or carried on hangers. No hitting or banging on bus seats No shoe polish writing on (ours or anyone else’s) No exit through rear door except in an emergency. Do not get off the bus until the director has given instructions to exit.
Keep cell phones and mobile devices put away. Do NOT have them on your stand unless approved by director (i.e. tuner and metronome apps). If there is an emergency, parents/guardians can contact the school or directors. Play your own instrument and no one else’s unless you have director approval. Instrument, case, music, books, etc., should be kept in their proper place before, during, and after rehearsals. Give 100% effort during all rehearsals and performances. Do not disrupt or disturb rehearsal with inappropriate activities. Remain on task at all times; do not talk or interrupt the focus of a rehearsal. Show good rehearsal etiquette by a good team player-study your part quietly while the director works with another section. Play your instrument THE RIGHT WAY—EVERYDAY! Absences should be reported in advance, in writing if possible, to be excused. An email must be sent to a director from a parent or guardian, in any case, to be kept on file to document and excuse the absence. Excessive absences is unacceptable, and will result in failing grades, student placed on alternate status, and ultimately dismissal from the program (Director of Bands discretion) Always strive, persevere, and maintain a positive attitude toward achieving your goals as a band member during the tough times as well as the good times. No one is expected to be perfect, but everyone is expected to give their all! Band Travel Full instruction will be given before leaving for the destination. All band members will travel to performances, destinations, etc., on school approved transportation. Students may ride back from a performance with a parent or guardian if signed out on location. NO STUDENT is allowed to leave with anyone but their own parent or guardian unless arrangements have been made prior to the trip, with approval from the principal and the band director. Bus Conduct Band students are expected to follow all rules and regulations established and approved by the school district in the “Student Handbook” and “Code of Conduct”. Everyone is to remain seated at all times No food or drinks on bus without permission. Do not put hands, arms, or heads out windows while traveling. Uniforms must be worn or carried on hangers. No hitting or banging on bus seats No shoe polish writing on (ours or anyone else’s) No exit through rear door except in an emergency. Do not get off the bus until the director has given instructions to exit.
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