Its July which means we can start talking about Band Camp;) This will be FANTASTIC FUN as it usually is!!!
July 23-26, Percussion and Guard Camp (8am-Noon)
July 26-27, Leadership Camp (Thurs. 1pm-4pm, Fri.8am-5pm)
July 30-Aug 3, Band Camp (8am-4pm)
All band members are required to attend band camp. A great deal of learning and fundamental teaching takes place. Those students who do not attend find themselves at a great disadvantage that is many times impossible to overcome. Members will be allowed to go off campus for meals, but are encouraged to bring meals with them. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE ALL STUDENTS TO BRING A PERSONAL WATER COOLER EACH DAY OF REHEARSAL.
What to bring for band camp:
– An instrument that is in good playing order.
– Sun screen
– Insect repellent
– A water jug
– A comfortable, broken-in pair of TENNIS SHOES! NO SANDALS OR FLIP FLOPS .
– Comfortable, lose fitting clothing. Ladies are not allowed to wear bathing suit tops unless covered by a t-shirt. Gentlemen will not be allowed to rehearse without a shirt on.
– Headgear of some type for outdoor rehearsal is suggested.
– Power of Attorney Form(in case something happens to your son or daughter they can receive medical attention.)
– Fruit for our fruit breaks to keeps the energy up.
Required item to be purchased at Band Camp:
Marching Shoes – $23 dollars (if you need a new pair)
Marching Gloves – $3 dollars (if you need a new pair)
“Class Act” Band Hat – $10 dollars
Show Shirt – $10 dollars (part of our uniform)
Fair Share
To cover the costs for uniform dry cleaning, transportation, percussion and woodwind instructors, show music and choreography, and FBA fees, we will need students to make payment towards a “Fair Share”. To make things easier on everyone we will have a payment plan or you may take advantage of a 10% discount if paid in full by Aug. 9th.
September 1 – $50 dollars
October 1 – $50 dollars
November 1 – $50 dollars
Class Act Boosters
Parents, please take the time now to look at your schedules and set aside time during the fall and winter to help support your children by participating in our Class Act Boosters by volunteering your time and expertise. Even though your kids don’t tell you, they really do appreciate your support and encouragement! Our first parent meeting will be August 9th in the Band Room at 6:00pm.
Parent Meeting & Potluck Dinner -August 9th
We wil be discussing the upcoming year, and answer any questions. You will also be able to register as a Pasco County Schools volunteer, sign up for football games and other band events, pay your fairshare, and fill out necessary paperwork. Please bring a dish and take advantage of this opportunity to get to know your fellow band parents.
We look forward to seeing all “Class Act” members at camp with a desire to work, learn, and cooperate. We are sure that all “Class Act” members will work diligently to continue very special and successful accomplishments that have elevated the “Class Act” to the forefront of activities of Hudson High School. Please invite new students who have expressed a desire to be part of the “Class Act” to attend band camp!
All camps are free and will take place at Hudson High School.
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