Mance Park Middle School
Band Handbook
2014-2015
MPMS Band Contact Information:
Mailing Address:
441 FM 2821 E
Huntsville, TX 77320
Band Directors:
Brandi Ramdohr baramdohr@huntsville-isd.org
Nicole Kasperek nkasperek@huntsville-isd.org
Danielle Moreno drmoreno@huntsville-isd.org
Band Hall Phone:
936.294.7645
Band Web Site:
www.huntsvillemilitaryband.com/mpms-band
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Table of Contents
Band Booster Executive Board……………………………………………………………………………….3
Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..4
Classroom and Rehearsal Expectations……………………………….…………………………………5
Consequences…………………………………………..…………………………………….………………..…..6
Instruments……………………………………………………..………………..…………….……………………6
Required Supplies for all Band Students…………………………….……………………………….7-8
Music……………………………………………………….………………………………………………….………..8
Grading Policy…………………………………………………………………………….………………….....8-9
Tardy Policy…………………………………….………………………………………………………….….........9
Practice Requirements………………………………………………….………………………….……………9
Commitment to the Band Schedule……………………..………………………………………….….10
Performance Attire…….……………………………….…………………………………….…..……………11
Academic Eligibility………………………………………………………………………………………………12
Solo and Ensemble………………………………………………………………………………….…………..12
Student Pick-Up Policy………………………….…………………………………….……………………….12
Band Travel Policy………………………………………………………………….……………………………13
Bus Policies………………………………………..………………………………….…….………………………13
Private Lessons…………………………….……………………………………………………….…………….13
Private Lessons Scholarships……….……………………………………………………………………….14
Six Flags Trip………………………………………………………………………………………………………..14
Summer Band Camps……….………………………………………………………………………………….14
Items to Return……………………………………………………………………………………………………15
Conclusion……………………………………………………………………………..……………………………15
Calendar…………………………………………………………………………………..………………............16
Receipt Page………………………………………………………………………………………………………..17
Medical Release Form………………………………………………………………………………………….18
MPMS Band Information Sheet…………………………………………………………………...........19
Instrument Usage, Repair, and Maintenance Agreement…………………………………….20
Private Lessons Information Sheet and Agreement……………………………………………..21
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2014-2015 Band Booster Executive Board
President
Christie Welle
president@huntsvillemilitaryband.com
Vice President of Concessions
Nanci Yamada
vp-concessions@huntsvillemilitaryband.com
Vice President of Chaperones
Terri Kaye Hall
vp-chaperones@huntsvillemilitaryband.com
Treasurer
Dawn Tolbert
treasurer@huntsvillemilitaryband.com
Secretary
Joeline Bryant
secretary@huntsvillemilitaryband.com
MPMS Representative
WE STILL NEED A MPMS BOOSTER REPRESENTATIVE! CONTACT MS. RAMDOHR IF YOU
CAN HELP!
Webmaster
Melissa Thornton
webmaster@huntsville-isd.org
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Introduction
Welcome to the Mance Park Middle School Band! You are continuing your musical development in an
outstanding organization at Mance Park. We are looking forward to a great year of music making and
learning!
The study and performance of instrumental music is a wonderful opportunity for young people. It is our goal
to enable our students to fully enjoy the life-long benefits of music through learning and performance
experiences in the MPMS Band. The skills learned through a positive and successful experience in the band
program include self-discipline, increased self-esteem, group cooperation, commitment, accountability,
responsibility, and teamwork. These skills will be reflected in our students as they grow into high school and
college musicians. Young musicians are skilled in concentration, alertness, memory and self-control. Enjoying
a new level of communication and self-expression is an incredible by-product of being in the band. Creativity
is within all of us, and the language of music serves as a perfect vehicle to allow for this personal growth and
development.
The purpose of this handbook is to communicate expectations, procedures, and policies of the Mance Park
Band. It includes information regarding our goals, curriculum, assessment policies, activities/events, and
student financial responsibility. The goals contained in this handbook are intended to help each band student
achieve and experience musical excellence on their instrument and in their band program.
The information in this handbook is important for each member. We ask that all band members and their
parents read the handbook carefully. Please sign and return the forms at the end of the handbook and save
the handbook for future reference.
You will also find a Calendar of Band Events for the 2014-2015 school year. It will be necessary to send home
additional information via the students throughout the year regarding specific event details and any changes
in scheduling. All of our correspondence and communication will be done via emails and handouts. We will
use the email address you provided to Mance Park on the MPMS Band Information Sheet. If you are not
receiving frequent emails from the band department, please let us know, and we will add you to our list.
The last four pages in the Handbook are to be turned in to the Band Directors no later than Friday, August 29,
2014. These are: (1) Handbook Receipt Page, (2) MPMS Band Medical Release Form, (3) Student Information
Sheet (4) Instrument Usage Agreement, (for school owned instruments only).
Thank you in advance for doing your part to make this an outstanding year for the Mance Park Middle School
Band.
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Classroom and Rehearsal Expectations
The directors are committed to providing each band member with a challenging, rewarding, and fulfilling
musical experience while at Mance Park. Each member of our band can help us reach that goal by being
respectful and cooperative before, during, and after rehearsals. Please remember: only band students are
allowed in the Band Hall. There are very few rooms on campus where you are allowed to hang out with your
band friends while school is not in session. With the luxury of the band hall comes great responsibility. Please
treat your room with respect.
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Students must come into the band hall quietly and orderly. Running and/or shuffling will not be
permitted.
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Students are not allowed to touch equipment or instrument that do not belong to them. Any student
who damages someone else’s instrument or a school-owned instrument will be financially responsible
for the repair or replacement of that instrument.
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No Gum in the band hall.
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Students MUST be in the band hall when the tardy bell rings. Passes from the office or teachers should
be placed on the director’s podium in a manner not to interrupt the teaching and/or learning.
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Students will be given time to assemble their instrument and prepare their music at their assigned
seat. Anyone standing around or not making an effort to get to his or her seat will be counted tardy.
Rehearsal will begin when the director steps up on the podium. Warm-up and rehearsal information
will be posted each day.
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All students are expected to have necessary supplies for successful rehearsals. These supplies include
their instrument in good working condition, stick bag, sticks and mallets, reeds, oil, pencil, music, and
band binder. Not having the necessary supplies will result in not being able to fulfill the daily
requirements which can result in a lower daily grade.
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Quiet rehearsals are productive rehearsals; therefore, TALKING DURING INSTRUCTION TIME IS
PROHIBITED.
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Band class is over only when the director dismisses the class.
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Cell phones are a useful means of communicating with parents for pick-up and drop-off times.
However, during rehearsals, including after school rehearsals, it should not be used for communication
purposes i.e. texting, calling, social networking, etc. Any misuse of technology during class will result in
the following consequences:
1.) Confiscated until the end of the class period.
2.) Confiscated until the end of the day.
3.) Confiscated and sent to the AP’s office.
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Fighting before, during, or after a band performance or rehearsal with any student can be grounds for
permanent dismissal from the Band Program for the student’s remaining middle and high school years.
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Breaking a local, state, or federal law can result in permanent dismissal from the band program.
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Failure to follow these guidelines may result in dismissal from the Band Program
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Consequences for classroom behavior:
1) Warning-you will get a verbal warning during or after class.
2) Phone call/email to parents-your parents will receive a phone call/email to discuss your classroom
conduct.
3) Detention-you will receive a 30 minute detention for before school, after school, or during lunch
4) Office referral-you will be sent to the office with a discipline referral
5) Removal from band program-you will be permanently removed from the MPMS Band Program
The expectations of all Mance Park Band students are high. When the requirements, guidelines, and
expectations are met, the rewards are great!
Instruments
Due to the high cost of providing an instrument to every student in the band program, each member of the
band must have an instrument of their own that is in good repair and good working order. However, some
instruments are too costly for the students to purchase and the school district will provide those instruments.
The following instruments will be provided to qualified students for a fee of $25 due at the beginning of each
semester (or one payment of $40 due at the beginning of the school year) to cover cleaning and maintenance,
but not including abuse or neglect:
1) Oboes
2) Bassoons
3) Bass Clarinets
4) Tenor Saxophones
5) Baritone Saxophones
6) French Horns
7) Trigger Trombones
8) Baritones/Euphoniums
9) Tubas
10) Percussion Equipment (except beginning percussion kits)
** Note: All percussionists must supply their own mallets and sticks in their own stick bag, as
required by the band director at all times.
All students who are using a school owned instrument do not have to bear the expense of purchasing an
instrument and are strongly encouraged to take private lessons through the band program.
Additionally, all students are responsible for supplying their own reeds, neck straps, valve oil, and slide/cork
grease (as needed for their instrument). Clarinet/Saxophones are required to have four reeds and
Oboes/Bassoons are required to have three reeds in good playing condition, with them at all times in a
proper reed case.
It is also required, for sanitary reasons, that each student who is using a school owned instrument purchase
his/her own mouthpiece as recommended by the band directors. Brass players are required to have valve oil
with them at all times as well as their own B.E.R.P. attachment.
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Failure of any student to have his/her required instrument or parts and accessories will result in not being
able to adequately perform required skills and can result in a lower grade.
Required Supplies for all Band Students
1) White uniform concert/contest shirt purchased through the band program (see “performance
attire” for more details).
2) Band t-shirt
3) Band Binder with pencil bag provided by the band department
4) Pencil and highlighter NOT provided by the band department
5) Metronome/Tuner
6) Flip Folder
7) B.E.R.P. for All Brass Players
The following is a list of required supplies for each instrument. When a specific model of brand name is listed,
it is our professional recommendation.
Flutes
Tuning/Cleaning rod
Cleaning cloth
Flute hole plugs
Oboes/Bassoons
THREE good/playable reeds (no chips or excessive wear)
3 Reed storage case
Small Container with Cap for soaking reeds in water
Cleaning Swab
Clarinets &
Bass Clarinets
Mouthpiece-5RV Lyre
Mouthpiece Cap
Ligatures: Bonade or Vandoren Optimum
FOUR good/playable reeds AT ALL TIMES (no chips or excessive wear)
Recommended Reeds: Vandoren (blue box) - Strength: 3 or 3 ½
Reed guard (Holds 4 Reeds)
Cleaning swab
Cork Grease
Saxophones
Mouthpiece-Selmer C*
Mouthpiece Cap
Ligatures: Bonade or Vandoren Optimum
FOUR good/playable reeds AT ALL TIMES (no chips or excessive wear)
Recommended Reeds: Vandoren (blue box) - Strength: 3 or 3 ½
Reed guard (Holds 4 Reeds)
Cleaning swab or pad saver
Cork Grease
Neck Strap (Prefer the Clip End)
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Trumpet
Mouthpiece-Bach 7C to 3C
Valve Oil
Tuning Slide Grease
Brush Snake
Horn
Mouthpiece- Holton MDC Farkas
Rotary Valve Oil
Tuning Slide Grease
Trombone
Mouthpiece-6 ½ AL, or Schilke 51D
Slide Cream (Trombotine of Slide O Mix recommended)
Tuning Slide Grease
Spray Bottle (Can be found at stores in the travel toiletries section for under a dollar)
Euphoniums
Mouthpiece-6 ½ AL, or Schilke 51D
Valve Oil
Tuning Slide Grease
Mouthpiece pouch for carrying Mouthpiece and Supplies from Home to School
Tuba
Mouthpiece- Conn Helleberg
Mouthpiece pouch for carrying Mouthpiece and Supplies from Home to School
Valve Oil
Tuning Slide Grease
Percussion
Marimba Mallets 1 pair – Innovative Percussion 240
Bell/Xylophone Mallets – OR42
Timpani Mallets – Vic Firth American Custom T6 (new additional requirement for Mance
Park)
Snare Drumsticks – 2B OR Ralph Hardimon JR’s
Snare Practice Pad
Mallet Bag – Humes & Berg Galaxy Stick Bag GL8000 or comparable BLACK
Music
Each student will be issued 1 copy all of the current music selections, a school owned binder to be checked out
to you, and a school owned band method book, also to be checked out to you. If a student loses their music,
loses or damages their binder, and/or book, the following fees will apply:
Music
Binders with Music
Book
25 cents per copy
$4
$15
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If a student loses a piece of music during the year, it is his/her responsibility to pay for another piece of music
before the next rehearsal. All students must have their own copy of each piece of music. There is a music
sign-up sheet for any copies needed. The student must pay one of the directors before another piece of music
will be distributed.
Grading Policy
Daily Grades:
Students receive daily grades based on their participation in class. The participation grade is largely
dependent on the students bringing all necessary materials to class- instrument, reeds, mouthpiece,
pencil, binder, sticks/mallets, music and actively participating in class. Not having all supplies will
hinder the students from participating in class which can result in a lower grade.
Major Grades - Playing Tests, Sectionals, and Performances:
Major grades include music assignments given by the directors- scales, exercises, region band music,
band music etc., as well as grades for sectionals and performances.
THE WEIGHT OF THESE GRADES WILL BE BASED ON THE SCHOOL POLICY.
Tardy Policy
Students MUST be in the band hall when the tardy bell rings or they will be required to sign the tardy log.
Tardy to Class
Upon arriving to class, the student will quietly place their hall pass on the podium and will not disturb
the rehearsal. Excessive tardies will result in the following:
1 Tardy
Warning
2 Tardies
Phone call home
3 Tardies
Principal Intervention
Tardy to a Performance
If a student arrives after the performance has started, they will not be permitted to perform and it will
result in a zero for a major grade.
Practice Requirements
In order to become successful on a musical instrument, daily practice is essential. Parents can help their band
student practice in the following ways:
1) Establish a regular time and place for your child to practice every day.
2) Encourage your child to practice and remind him/her of its importance.
Home Practice is expected and required. The physical requirements and muscle memory for producing a
quality sound, playing with clean technical accuracy, and the reading of music notation will be strengthened
over time ONLY through regular, daily practice.
In order to be a successful musician and contribute their fullest potential to the MPMS Band, we expect our
students to understand that the necessary practice time must be met to achieve the individual goals they
want to accomplish. Effective practicing requires organization and consistency. There will be weekly playing
tests and your student’s grade will reflect the amount of time they have practiced.
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Commitment to the Band Schedule
As a performing musical organization, the band is a group actively dependent on ALL of its members. Every
member of the band is important, and all students are required to attend all band performances and
rehearsals. The band calendar and other notices are distributed in advance so that conflicts with other
activities and events can be avoided and coordinated. The directors work with all campus organizations to
ensure that students are able to participate in band and other organizations on our campus without conflicts.
EXCUSED absences are considered as those occurring due to personal illness (with a doctor’s note), family
emergency, or participation in another school activity that has already been cleared by the band directors.
Please email your director to explain the reason for your student’s absence. The email should include parent
contact information. Absences due to participation in NON-SCHOOL SPONSORED activities (club soccer,
baseball, gymnastics, dance class, karate, boy/girl scouts, etc.) are NOT excused.
Band activities in which the students participate comprise each student’s grade. Unexcused absences from
sectionals, full band rehearsals, and performances will be reflected in the student’s grade. Students who miss
rehearsals frequently may be asked to sit out of certain performances. UNEXCUSED absences may result in
one or more of the following: 1) grade of zero, 2) parent conference, or 3) student placed on Probationary
Status (not allowed to perform with the band).
The following reasons will NOT be accepted for missed sectionals or performances
1. Student/Parent forgot about the Event: A calendar is given to each student and is also located in
the hand book and on the band website.
2. Practice with another Organization: A student may be excused from a band rehearsal only for
performances/games with other school organizations. Practice with another organization is usually
not excused unless deemed a crucial practice by the leader of that organization. There are times
when the band directors will compromise or split the rehearsal time with other organizations or
activities. In these circumstances, email communication with all involved must take place prior to
the band practice.
3. Student Has Homework: We understand that all students are busy; however, time management is
an important aspect of being a successful individual. Students are expected to complete
homework assignments outside of performance time.
4. Cannot get a ride: There are over 230 students in the band. Carpooling is not only encouraged, but
may become a necessity. Please make arrangements to work together with other parents and
students who can share in the carpooling experience. You may also call Brazos transit at 800-2720039 for a free ride. They have a contract with the City of Huntsville to provide transportation for
people who need it.
5. Other Issues: Issues that are not communicated beforehand with an email or phone call from
parents will not be excused.
REMEMBER- COMMUNICATION IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS WITH REGARDS TO SCHEDULING CONFLICTS!
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Performance Attire:
Formal Uniform: To be worn at performances such as Christmas and Spring Concerts, and Contests. Students
should wear the following:
Ladies:
1) Solid black dress pants/slacks. No stripes, glitter, etc. Capri pants, gauchos, skinny pants, jeans,
“jeggings/leggings” are not acceptable. Skirts/dresses are not acceptable unless for a religious reason,
in this case, please see Ms. Ramdohr.
2) Solid white, long-sleeved, button-up dress shirt, tucked in. ALL FEMALE STUDENTS WILL BE REQUIRED
TO PURCHASE THEIR UNIFORM WHITE BUTTON-UP SHIRT THROUGH THE BAND PROGRAM (Your
child will be able to try on the uniform shirt at the Parent Night on September 2nd that both 7th and 8th
graders are required to attend).
3) Solid black bow tie (TO BE PROVIDED/LOANED BY THE BAND DEPARTMENT).
4) Appropriate SOLID WHITE undergarments (camisoles etc.).
5) Solid black belt (no accessories or bling).
6) Mid-calf black socks or hose (no ankle length or no-show socks allowed).
7) Solid black, closed-toe, dress shoes (no flip flops or sandals)
Gentlemen:
1) Solid black dress pants/slacks, no holes and NO jeans.
2) Solid white, long-sleeved, button-up dress shirt, tucked in. ALL MALE STUDENTS WILL BE REQUIRED
TO PURCHASE THEIR UNIFORM WHITE BUTTON-UP SHIRT THROUGH THE BAND PROGRAM (Your
child will be able to try on the uniform shirt at the Parent Night on September 2 nd that both 7th and 8th
graders are required to attend).
3) Solid black bow tie (TO BE PROVIDED/LOANED BY THE BAND DEPARTMENT).
4) Appropriate SOLID WHITE undershirt.
5) Solid black belt, no bling or accessories.
6) Mid-calf solid black socks (no ankle length or no-show socks allowed).
7) Solid black dress shoes (no tennis shoes or sandals).
Informal Uniform: To be worn at pep rallies, football games, and other informal events.
1) Band t-shirt (to be ordered at Parent Night on September 2nd, tucked in with a belt.
2) Nice Blue Jean Pants (not black, khaki, or other colors, and no holes).
3) Closed-toe shoes.
Failure to wear the appropriate attire will result in loss of participation for that particular event and
therefore a zero for a major grade.
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Academic Eligibility
The Mance Park Band expects its members to be in high academic standing. The state requires the band
program to participate in UIL No Pass – No Play. Students earning below a 70 in any class at the end of a sixweek period will not be allowed to participate in any extra-curricular activity, including: pep rallies, football
games, UIL Contests, Solo/Ensemble Contest, Six Flags and any other school trips or activities. These students
will still be responsible for rehearsals both in-class and after school, and all concerts.
Solo & Ensemble
Solo & Ensemble Contest involves students preparing a solo or an ensemble (a small group) and performing
for a judge. The student is given a rating based on the quality of the performance.
Each student in Wind Ensemble will be required to perform a solo and participate in a medium ensemble.
They may also perform in one small ensemble if they choose, but it is not required. The band will pay the entry
and accompanist fees.
Each student in Symphonic Winds, Symphonic Band, and Concert Band will be required to participate in one
small ensemble and one medium ensemble. They may choose to perform a solo also, but it is not required.
The band will pay the entry and accompanist fees.
Each student in Cadet Band will be required to participate in a medium ensemble. The band program will pay
the entry fees.
If a student is academically ineligible, he/she will perform for a band director for their Performance Grade.
If the student cannot attend for any reason (illness, work, failing grades, death in the family, etc.) the student
and/or parents must reimburse the band program for the entry fee and the accompanist his/her fee because
of the preparation time.
Student Pick-Up Policy After Rehearsals/Performances
Rehearsal and performance times are stated and all students are expected to be picked up within 30 minutes
of the end of a rehearsal, or upon returning to the band hall from a performance. Please be prompt and pick
up your students.
There are over 230 students in the band. Carpooling is not only encouraged, but may become a necessity.
Please make arrangements to work together with other parents and students who can share in the carpooling
experience. You may also call Brazos transit at 800-272-0039 for a free ride. They have a contract with the
city of Huntsville to provide transportation for people who need it.
There are a few events where arrival times are not exactly known, but are estimated. In situations like this,
students will call when we are on our way to the Band Hall. Please plan to be there before we arrive. Please
pick up your student in a timely manner. The band directors will not stay past 30 minutes.
NOTE: Any student not picked up 30 minutes after a rehearsal or a performance will be turned over to the
Huntsville Police Department for the student’s safety
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Band Travel Policy
Throughout the school year there are several occasions when the band travels. These include: All-Region
Auditions, a High School football game, Solo/Ensemble Contest, UIL Contest, and Six Flags. The students will
be representing Huntsville ISD as well as Mance Park Middle School and should be on their best behavior. Any
non-compliance with expectations set forth by this handbook and Mance Park Middle School policies will
result in disciplinary action. Illegal behavior will not be tolerated and will result in immediate and permanent
removal from the Band Program. Our primary concern is the safety of our students. We do not want anything
to jeopardize their safety or ruin their experience.
Bus Policies
As the main form of transportation for the band, there are specific policies that must be followed.
1) All school rules for bus behavior will be followed at all times. Please keep noise to a minimum,
stay seated, and do not lie down on the floor while the bus is in motion. Additionally, if the bus
driver asks the students to do something, the students will follow the direction of the bus
driver.
2) There will always be chaperones on each bus. The chaperones will be given a seating chart of
who should be on each bus and will call roll every time the bus is loaded.
3) For one-day trips, please limit the articles you bring to only what is absolutely necessary.
4) Electronic devices are allowed, but they must be kept at a low volume or they will be taken up
by the chaperones.
5) Neither the district or band directors will be responsible for any lost or stolen items.
6) Everyone who travels with the band must return with the band. The only exceptions are those
situations pre-approved by the directors. Directors must have a note or email, from the parent,
BEFORE the day of the performance if their student is not to ride the bus back.
Private Lessons
The directors will invite a staff of teachers to the high school to teach private lessons. These lessons are not
mandatory, but are strongly encouraged.
The lessons are designed to be one-on-one teaching for the student. It is an outstanding way for each student
to become more proficient on their instrument and can especially help all-region auditions, state auditions,
solo & ensemble, concert music, marching music, evaluation/chair test music, and to generally improve the
playing level of the student.
The lessons will be coordinated through the high school band office, but will be handled by the individual
lessons teacher. There will be an attempt to provide a lessons teacher for the following instruments: Flute,
Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet/Bass Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Baritone/Euphonium,
Tuba, and Percussion.
These lessons will cost $13-$15 per half hour (depending on the qualifications of the teacher). The Private
Lessons Agreement Form, which is included in this handbook, will outline specifics of the private lessons
program. Return this form if interested in taking and paying for Private Lessons. These lessons are the key for
students to go from “good” to “great” players. They are strongly encouraged.
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Private Lessons Scholarships
The Band Boosters offer money to be used for Private Lessons Scholarships. The scholarships are either partial
($3, $6, or $9), or full ($13) scholarships. If they are partial, the student/parent is expected to pay the
difference at the time of the lesson.
They are offered on the basis of financial need, instrumentation, student’s academic success, and student’s
commitment to the band program. Furthermore, there are a limited amount of scholarships and are based on
a first-come, first-served basis.
Upon receipt of a scholarship, the student and parent agree that the student will continue in band during the
current year and will enroll and actively participate in band during the following year as well. Additionally, if
the student withdraws or is removed from the band program, the student/parent agrees to reimburse the
band program for the amount already spent on his/her private lessons to date.
Six Flags Trip
The band takes an annual trip to Six Flags in Arlington, TX. This trip is a reward for the students’ hard work
throughout the year. Students who do not meet the requirements of the band class, as indicated in this
handbook, will not be permitted to attend the Six Flags trip. No reimbursements will be given however; the
student will receive the ticket they purchased.
Summer Band Camps
Most colleges in the state of Texas offer a week of band camp in the summer. Band camps are a great and fun
way to improve as musicians. Information about band camps usually arrives in the band office in March or
April. We will post band camp information in the band hall as it becomes available.
Scholarships are available through Huntsville Band Booster Club Inc. Information will be handed out at the end
of the spring semester. Scholarships will be given on a first come, first-served basis.
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Items to Return
There are a few pages that need to be filled out, signed, and returned to the directors no later than, Friday,
August 29, 2014.
Those pages are:
1) Receipt Page
2) Medical Release Form
3) Information Sheet
AND...
There are one page that your student may or may not need to return:
1) Instrument Usage, Repair, and Maintenance Agreement
a. The usage fee of $40 for the whole year or $25 for the first semester is due October 3rd. Cash
and checks are acceptable. Please make checks out to Mance Park Middle School Band with
your driver’s license number and phone number on the check.
If your student is using a school-owned instrument, please return the Instrument Usage, Repair, and
Maintenance Agreement form. Please make sure to look over the instrument carefully when filling this out.
Private lessons are strongly encouraged in the Mance Park Band Program. Quality teachers are available to
help your child improve on his/her instrument. Please consider letting your child take advantage of this
opportunity.
Also attached is a Band Calendar. Some of the dates have not been set yet but will be soon. We provide a
calendar so that you have advance notice of our upcoming events. Please keep these dates in mind when
planning doctor, dentist, orthodontist and other appointments or events.
Conclusion
You have received the Mance Park Middle School Band Handbook. Please read it thoroughly
and refer to it throughout the year! By signing the handbook Receipt Page that follows, you
agree to uphold the standard of excellence of the Mance Park Band to the best of your ability!
IT’S GOING TO BE A GREAT YEAR FOR THE MPMS BAND!
Please have all documents signed and returned to school no
later than Friday, August 29th, 2014.
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Mance Park Middle School
2014-2015 Band Calendar
Date
Sep. 2 (Tues)
Event
Location
Mandatory 7th&8th Grade Parent Meeting MPMS Band Hall
Time
5:00-7:00 PM
Sep. 8 (Mon)
After School Sectionals Begin
MPMS Band Hall
Schedule to Come
Sep. 30 (Tues)
*Region Blitz
MPMS Band Hall
4:00-6:00 PM
*(Only those auditioning for All-Region Band)
Oct. 4 (Sat)
8th Grade @ Fair on the Square
Down Town Huntsville
9:00 AM
Oct. 14 (Tues)
MPMS Football Game
HHS
TBA
Oct. 25 (Sat)
Woodwind All-Region Auditions
Willow Wood JH
TBA
Oct. 27 (Mon)
MPMS Football Game
HHS
TBA
Nov. 1 (Sat)
Brass/Percussion All-Region Auditions Schindewolf
TBA
Nov. 7 (Fri)
8th grade band night W/ HMB
Bowers Stadium
7:30 PM
Dec. 2 (Tues)
MPMS Christmas Concert
MPMS Auditorium
6:30 PM
Dec. 12-13
*All-Region Clinic and Concert
McCullough JH
TBA
*(Only students placed in the All-Region Band)
Jan. 26 (Mon)
Band Fundraiser Begins
Feb. 6 (Fri)
MPMS Solo and Ensemble Contest
Feb. 9 (Mon)
Fundraiser Orders and Money Due
Mar. 3 (Tues)
Pre-UIL Concert
Mar.19 (Thurs)
5th Grade Recruiting Concert (WE Only)MPMS Auditorium
Huntsville HS
4:00-7:00 PM
Huntsville HS Auditorium
3:30-7:00 PM
During School
Apr. 28-29 (Tue/W) Non-Varsity UIL Contest
Tomball HS
TBA
Apr. 30-May 1 (Th/F) Varsity UIL Contest
Klein HS
TBA
May 4-6
7th Grade Evaluations
MPMS Band Hall
During Classes
May 7-8
8th Grade Evaluations
MPMS Band Hall
During Classes
May 11-13
6th Grade Evaluations
HIS Band Hall
During Classes
May 19 (Tues)
6th/7th Combined Rehearsal Woodwind MPMS Band Hall
3:30-4:30 PM
May 20 (Wed)
6th/7th Combined Rehearsal Brass/Perc MPMS Band Hall
3:30-4:30 PM
May 26 (Tues)
8th -11th Grade Combined Rehearsal
HHS Band Hall
3:30-5:30 PM
May 28 (Thurs)
MPMS Spring Concert
MPMS Auditorium
6:30 PM
May 29 (Fri)
Six Flags Trip!!!!
Arlington
All Day
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Receipt Page
In accepting this book, my parents and I, accept the privileges and responsibilities as a member of the Mance
Park Middle School Band Program that is outlined herein: I promise that my actions and attitudes will bring
honor to Mance Park Middle School, the Band Program, my family, and myself. I agree to abide by the rules
and procedures as set forth in this book.
______________________________
Student Name
_____________________________
Student Signature
______________________________
Date
I have received and reviewed the policies outlined in this handbook, and agree to assist and support my
student in holding to the standards of the Mance Park Middle School Band.
______________________________
Parent Name
______________________________
Parent Signature
______________________________
Date
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MANCE PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL BAND
2014-2015 MEDICAL RELEASE
I authorize Brandi Ramdohr, Nicole Kasperek, and Danielle Moreno (the Band Directors), or
any Huntsville Band Booster Chaperone to authorize any medical attention that may be needed for
my child,_______________________________, while on any band activity during the 2014-2015
school year. I understand that Huntsville ISD, the Band Directors, Band Chaperones, and other
employees will not be held responsible for any injury that occurs to my child during band activities.
Does your child have any pre-existing medical conditions? (e.g. asthma, diabetes, heart murmurs, etc.)
YES
NO
What are those pre-existing medical conditions?__________________________________________
Does your child take any prescription medication on a regular basis? (e.g. inhaler, Prozac, insulin, etc.)
YES
NO
What medications does your child take? ________________________________________________
Does your child have any medication, food, or other allergies?
YES
NO
What are those medications? ________________________________________________________
Will you allow over-the-counter medication to be given to your child? (e.g. Pepto-Bismol, Tylenol, etc.)
YES
NO
Are there any other problems/concerns we should know about? ____________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________
Insurance Company Name
_______________________________
Insurance Policy Number
______________________________________
Parent or Legal Guardian Signature
_______________________________
Date
______________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name (print)
_______________________________
Parent/Guardian Home Phone Number
(______)_________________________ _____
Parent/Guardian Cell Phone Number
(______)_____________________________
Parent/Guardian Work Phone Number
_____________________________________
(______)_____________________________
Secondary Person to call in case of Emergency (Please Print)
Home Phone Number
(______)______________________________
Cell Phone Number
(______)_____________________________
Work Phone Number
_____________________________________
(______)_____________________________
Third person to call in case of Emergency (Please Print)
Home Phone Number
(______)______________________________
Cell Phone Number
(______)_____________________________
Work Phone Number
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Mance Park Middle School Band
STUDENT INFORMATION SHEET
HISD Student ID # ______________________
First Name: ___________________Middle Name: ___________Last Name: ____________________
Mailing Address: _________________________________ City, St.: ________________ Zip: ________
Home Phone: _________________________Student Cell Phone: __________________________
Student E-mail Address: _____________________________ Cell Phone Carrier: _______________
7th Grade
Current Year (circle one):
8th Grade
Social Security No: _____________________
Birth Date ____________________________
Instrument: ________________________ Make and Serial #____________________________
Do you want to be included in the Band Booster directory? (Circle one)
Shirt Size (circle one):
XS S
M
L
XL
2XL
YES
NO
3XL
Parent/Guardian 1 - Name: ____________________________________________
Relationship: Mother Father Stepmother Stepfather Grandparent
Guardian
Other (please specify) ________________________________
Address _________________________________ City, St.: ________________ Zip: ________
Home Phone: __________________________________________________
Work Phone: _____________________________ Work Extension ________________________
Cell Phone: ____________________________ Cell Phone Carrier ________________________
E-mail Addresses: _______________________________________________________________
Employer/Skills _________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian 2 - Name: ____________________________________________
Relationship: Mother Father Stepmother Stepfather Guardian
Other (please specify) ________________________________
Address _________________________________ City, St.: ________________ Zip: ________
Home Phone: __________________________________________________
Work Phone: ____________________________ Cell Phone Carrier ________________________
Cell Phone: _____________________________ Work Extension ________________________
E-mail Addresses: _______________________________________________________________
Employer/Skills _________________________________________________________________
Are you on free or reduced lunches? (circle one)
No
Reduced
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Free
Huntsville Independent School District
Instrument Usage, Repair, and Maintenance Agreement
Each instrument carries a usage fee of $25 per semester. It is collected at the beginning of each semester, or
you can pay a one-time fee of $40 (and save $10) at the beginning of the year (fall). This fee is non-refundable.
Checks should be made payable to Mance Park Middle School Band (not the Boosters) and should have the
parent’s driver’s license number. $40 Payment Due Wednesday October 3rd to get the discount. It will be
$50 for the year or $25 per semester after October 3rd.
I, __________________________, have the following instrument(s) checked out to me:
Instrument
Brand
Serial Number
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
I have inspected each instrument and have found the following problems:
Instrument
Problem
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Student’s Agreement
I agree that any damage or problem not listed above has occurred during my use of the instrument and
I will pay to repair each instrument to the condition it was checked out to me. Additionally, if I am a
percussionist, I know that any damage to any percussion equipment (including mallets, drumheads, parts,
auxiliary instruments, etc.) will be charged to me for repair or replacement of the damaged item(s). This
repair fee, if any, will be in addition to the $25/semester usage fee.
____________________
Student name
____________________
Student Signature
_____________
Date
Parent’s Agreement
I, _________________________, the parent/legal guardian of the above named student, have
inspected the instrument(s) named previously and agree that any damage or problem not listed has occurred
during my student’s use of the instrument. Additionally, if I am a parent of a percussionist, I know that any
damage to any percussion equipment (including mallets, drumheads, parts, auxiliary instruments, etc.) will be
charged to me for repair or replacement of damaged item(s). I agree that I will pay for the repairs necessary
to return the instrument to its original condition. This repair fee, if any, will be in addition to the
$25/semester usage fee.
__________________________
Parent/Legal Guardian name
________________________
Parent/Legal Guardian Signature
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______________
Date
HUNTSVILLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
PRIVATE LESSONS INFORMATION SHEET & AGREEMENT
We will be coordinating PRIVATE INSTRUMENT LESSONS for the band students of the Huntsville
Independent School District Bands.
These lessons help your students perfect their All-Region Music, Solo and Ensemble music, band music, and
general instrumental characteristics. They will help your students achieve their full potential on their instrument
throughout the year.
These lessons are 30 minutes long and will be offered at the High School Band Hall. There are three nights
available for private lessons. Your student will have a lesson once a week for each week of both semesters. They will cost
$13 per lesson. Money will be paid directly to the lessons teacher at the time of the lesson. Please do not send money
with this form.
If you would like your student to gain the benefits of private lessons, please read and fill out this sheet and return
it to your student’s Band Director.
Student’s name: ______________________________Instrument: _______________________Grade: ______
Home phone: __________________Cell phone: ______________ E-mail: _____________________________
Mailing Address: ___________________________________________________________________________
Parent’s Name: _____________________________ Phone (if different):____________Cell#_______________
Time and days will be accommodated as possible. There are no guarantees. What time and day preference do you have?
Rank the time slots and day slots from first choice through last choice:
________
________
________
________
________
3:45pm-4:45pm
4:45pm–5:45pm
5:45pm–6:45pm
6:45pm–7:45pm
7:45pm-8:15pm
________
________
________
Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
The private lessons teacher will contact you during the second week of school with your specific time as soon as
we give them this information. Lessons will begin during the third week of school, September 8th.
Please realize that these lessons will be every week at the same time except during school holidays or Band
activities. This is a financial and time commitment for the parents and the students. Please consider if this may
become too burdensome or too much of a bother that your student will not see this commitment through for the full year.
I agree that my student will attend private lessons during the 2014-2015 school year at the time they are
scheduled. I realize that the private lessons instructors will be paid directly and any missed lessons must still be paid
UNLESS I contact the private lessons teacher at least 24 hours in advance of my lesson.
___________________________________
Parent’s Signature
____________________________________
Student’s Signature
For Band Director Use Only:
Date Student assigned to Teacher
Private Lesson Teacher
Lesson Time and Date
____________________________
____________________________
____________________________
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