Band Camp
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Band Camp for 2020 has been postponed.
Please click the file below to download the Newark High School Marching Band Student and Parent Handbook. Please read thoroughly. Print, sign and submit the necessary forms to Mr. Archer on the first day of band camp. |
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NHS Band Director Michael Archer with our marching band staff. Pit Tech: Aeon Scott Brass Tech: Lorenzo Bedore Guard Director: Paula Salvador |
Important note from Band Director Mr. Archer:
You cannot miss band camp for vacation. It is a requirement for participation. Consider it summer reading: graded and not optional. Refer to the handbook.
We are a team who all depend on each other every step of the way, and one student’s absence makes all the other students’ jobs harder and have to be repeated. Not cool!
Please do everything in your power to make sure you are here at
I’ll say it again: you cannot miss band camp for vacation!
You cannot miss band camp for vacation. It is a requirement for participation. Consider it summer reading: graded and not optional. Refer to the handbook.
We are a team who all depend on each other every step of the way, and one student’s absence makes all the other students’ jobs harder and have to be repeated. Not cool!
Please do everything in your power to make sure you are here at
I’ll say it again: you cannot miss band camp for vacation!
Arrival time is 8:45am, 8:30am for Student Leadership, and we plan to get things started right at 9:00am. Please view the attached schedule.
Things you'll want to make sure you bring:
To help with understanding Band Dues for the year, I'm attaching a Band Dues Ticket that merges the things your student may need. You may either print out the form or use it to bring in a payment on the first day of band camp, and we'll complete the form on ones we've printed for you. These include percussion sticks, lyres, flip folders, percussion practice pads, etc. Each student will have a moment to speak with Mr. Archer when submitting payment during Registration on Friday morning. Please remember that we can set up a plan if you can't make one payment and that no one will be dismissed from the band because of finances.
Band Camp Goals:
We plan to complete the show by the end of band camp, which means we need all students on board, all of the time. Missing days due to vacation is completely unacceptable and unfair to those students who are present. I can't emphasize enough how important attendance is for the following schedule:
Day 1 - 2: Movement 1 Drill
Day 2 - 3: Movement 1 & 2 Drill
Day 4 - 5: Mvt. 3 Drill
Day 6 - 7: Mvt. 4 Drill
Day 8: Space for Completion, Show Chunks, Show Run
Day 9: Show Cleaning, Show Runs, Car Wash, Performance
Staff Intros:
Guard Director: Paula Salvador
Guard Tech: Bianca Albu
Battery Tech: Bryce Campbell
Pit Tech: Aeon Scott
Woodwind Tech: Darshan Pathak
Brass Tech: Lorenzo Bedore
Visual Tech: Shivani Ortiz
Drum Majors: Colin Seeman, Janice Xie
These folks will be here each day to help us achieve our goals throughout the season. They will be running activities, keeping us focused, and bringing out the best in us. They, as am I, are here for you. Respect them as you would me and thank them for their contribution to the success of the Yellow Jacket Marching Band. They each have fantastic experiences in the world of music performance to bring to our group. What an inspirational journey to come!
Performance Schedule:
Athletics was checked for each performance and we should all be good to go. Because I don't know who plays which sport, make sure each of you email me individually your scheduling conflicts.
Band Class:
Please make sure that your class schedule, when it comes, lists Band or Percussion as a class. Color Guard members are required to sign up for the 2-day Colorguard Activity Block, which is also a graded class.
Last note:
Take a moment to acclimatize. Spend some time outside between today and Friday to prep yourself for longer periods outside. It can be jarring at first, but your body is very resourceful. With proper hydration and a little climatization, you'll find summer weather will have less of an effect on you.
Next year:
Band Camp is scheduled for ____________ . Please plan accordingly.
Best,
Mike Archer
Things you'll want to make sure you bring:
- Sunscreen, Hat, & Sunglasses are needed for all outdoor activities (which is most of it).
- Big refillable water jug. We'll have ice available in coolers.
- Instrument and all of its parts
- Lyres/Flip Folders (See below)
- Music
- Sneakers and socks. Sneakers only.
- A shirt change could be nice to break up morning and afternoon outdoor sessions.
- Medical Form and Dues Payment
To help with understanding Band Dues for the year, I'm attaching a Band Dues Ticket that merges the things your student may need. You may either print out the form or use it to bring in a payment on the first day of band camp, and we'll complete the form on ones we've printed for you. These include percussion sticks, lyres, flip folders, percussion practice pads, etc. Each student will have a moment to speak with Mr. Archer when submitting payment during Registration on Friday morning. Please remember that we can set up a plan if you can't make one payment and that no one will be dismissed from the band because of finances.
Band Camp Goals:
We plan to complete the show by the end of band camp, which means we need all students on board, all of the time. Missing days due to vacation is completely unacceptable and unfair to those students who are present. I can't emphasize enough how important attendance is for the following schedule:
Day 1 - 2: Movement 1 Drill
Day 2 - 3: Movement 1 & 2 Drill
Day 4 - 5: Mvt. 3 Drill
Day 6 - 7: Mvt. 4 Drill
Day 8: Space for Completion, Show Chunks, Show Run
Day 9: Show Cleaning, Show Runs, Car Wash, Performance
Staff Intros:
Guard Director: Paula Salvador
Guard Tech: Bianca Albu
Battery Tech: Bryce Campbell
Pit Tech: Aeon Scott
Woodwind Tech: Darshan Pathak
Brass Tech: Lorenzo Bedore
Visual Tech: Shivani Ortiz
Drum Majors: Colin Seeman, Janice Xie
These folks will be here each day to help us achieve our goals throughout the season. They will be running activities, keeping us focused, and bringing out the best in us. They, as am I, are here for you. Respect them as you would me and thank them for their contribution to the success of the Yellow Jacket Marching Band. They each have fantastic experiences in the world of music performance to bring to our group. What an inspirational journey to come!
Performance Schedule:
Athletics was checked for each performance and we should all be good to go. Because I don't know who plays which sport, make sure each of you email me individually your scheduling conflicts.
Band Class:
Please make sure that your class schedule, when it comes, lists Band or Percussion as a class. Color Guard members are required to sign up for the 2-day Colorguard Activity Block, which is also a graded class.
Last note:
Take a moment to acclimatize. Spend some time outside between today and Friday to prep yourself for longer periods outside. It can be jarring at first, but your body is very resourceful. With proper hydration and a little climatization, you'll find summer weather will have less of an effect on you.
Next year:
Band Camp is scheduled for ____________ . Please plan accordingly.
Best,
Mike Archer
Need to Know:
- READ THE NHS MARCHING BAND STUDENT-PARENT HANDBOOK!! It contains everything you need to know about NHS Band Camp, participation in the NHS Marching Band and how parents can help their children and our highly regarded marching band succeed.
- The musicians will work hard, but there is lots of fun too which helps them form a strong bond and dynamic team spirit that only gets stronger throughout the year and beyond.
- Drum majors and section leaders plan special events during the day that may involve funny clothes or hats or ...
- It's HOT in August, especially on the pavement of the parking lot where they march. Wear light colored, loose fitting clothes, comfortable shoes, a hat and sunglasses. Bring sunscreen and a water jug.
- The music boosters supply water bottles and occasional treats each day. We are always looking for volunteers. Any help is greatly appreciated by all.
- Any parents interested in bringing snacks, EZ-up shades we can borrow for the week (the more the merrier), drinks. Stop by on occasion to help with hydration/sunscreen/student welfare...helps to have an extra set of eyes.
- On the final day of band camp, the band will perform their entire show. Family and friends are encouraged to attend. You will be amazed and proud.
WHAT TO BRING:
- water jug
- lunch and any snacks if desired
- BINDER WITH CHARTS (MOST IMPORTANT)
- wear sneakers, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
- instruments, lyres, and flip books
BE PUNCTUAL!
To be early is to be on time,
to be on time is to be late, and
to be late is not to be.
To be early is to be on time,
to be on time is to be late, and
to be late is not to be.