Director’s Notes …

Dear LHS Band Students and Parents,

Concert band rehearsals are back in full swing each Tuesday from 2:30-4:45. Musical orchestra rehearsals will begin soon and will be held from 5-7 on Tuesdays as well.  All students, including those not in a second semester music class, are expected to turn in weekly practice sheets each Tuesday.  Attendance at concert band rehearsals and completion of practice sheets are prerequisites for spring concert participation as well as for marching band next fall.

It looks like we’re going to have another bumper crop of freshmen next fall, thanks to the great work of our feeder teachers Kara Boehne and Kim Zitlau, as well as Kathlyn and Leslie O’Dell, Kristen Gustavson and others working with the junior guard. We anticipate around 50 new participants and expect to have over 160 students on the field next year.

      Our recent indoor show was a tremendous success, thanks to Rhonda Lambert and her many, many, many helpers.  As always, we have received great feedback from show participants, and the way in which you all represent the school and community at these activities is marvelous.

      Also on February 7, our 15 All-County Band students performed an outstanding concert at TJHS, made even more remarkable by the fact that they missed an all-day Friday rehearsal due to the weather. Congratulations to these terrific musicians, and thanks to their parents for encouraging and transporting them.

      Everyone is strongly encouraged to get on our Yahoo newsgroup so that you can continue to receive important information via e-mail.  There is a link from our web site that will allow you to do this, or contact Mr. Oliver at joliver@... for instructions.

      The color guard has an amazing program this year and I hope you will all get out to see a show.  Times TBA each week.  February 21 is Waynesboro, PA, February 28 is Chambersburg, PA, March 6 is Mechanicsburg, PA, March 13 is TIA State Championships at Westminster HS, March 20 is Hagerstown and March 27 is the KIDA Championship at South Western HS in Hanover, PA.  Our junior guard is also at most of the shows and also has an outstanding program.  Thanks to the

instructors and parents who are helping with both of these groups!

When thinking of summer plans, remember that band camp is August 2-6 and 9-13.

Thanks, and think warm thoughts of spring,

            

                    Kevin Lloyd

President’s Podium

INCREDIBLE!  AMAZING!  This year’s indoor show was that and much, much more!  We had 24 units competing and two units perform in exhibition and the gross receipts were over $8,000 – more than ever before!  This could never have happened without YOU!  You were all incredible – and that’s not just my opinion!  We received many positive comments after the show.  Before the units ever arrived, we had groups requesting the same student host they had last year.  What a wonderful testament to everyone who worked the show.  Thank you one and all!  Special appreciation to all of you who helped chair the committees for the show!  You are the truly wonderful people!  Our student hostesses and hosts received nothing but praise!!  You are all GREAT!! Thank you!  Also, a special thanks to Rhonda Lambert for all of her hard work in coordinating this major event!

      As we make the final notes on the indoor show and put away those folders until next year, our focus shifts to the future.  The indoor guard season is upon us and our spring trip is rapidly approaching.  After that comes preparation for the band concert, banquet, and then getting ready for the new marching season.

      The final payment for the spring trip is due NOT LATER THAN March 15^th.  Please ensure you are on time with any monies owed.  We have to send the final payment for rooms, tickets, buses, etc.  Please note that all outstanding obligations to the Band Boosters MUST be satisfied before the trip.  If you are not sure of your status regarding obligations, you should call Mrs. Roney.  You may need to collect for spring fundraisers up front if quota will be needed.

It’s time for our organization to look to the future as well.  The election process is now officially underway.  Debi Hendricks and Robyn Stewart have been appointed to this year’s nominating committee.  If you’re interested in serving the boosters in a leadership position, give one of them a call and discuss the opportunities.  At the booster meeting on March 9^h, they will announce their proposed slate and elections will be held at the booster meeting on April 13^th.  The newly elected officers and board members will take office at the booster meeting on May 11^th.

Now, as I sit here at my computer and type this month’s message to you, it is 15 degrees outside (or -9 degrees Celsius).  Checking my WeatherBug, I also see that it’s 54 degrees in Orlando with a high in the mid 60’s expected for tomorrow. 

 

                                     Jack Oliver

Mark Your Calendars …

Trip Chaperone’s Meeting – 3/8 @ 7p

Booster Meeting – 3/9 @ 7p              

Mandatory Trip Meeting – 3/15 @ 7p (snow date 3/18) ALL $$ DUE

For students AND parents.  Required permission forms, emergency info and medical info will be completed.  Regarding Medication – FCPS Medication Administration form is required even if the medication is self-carried (obtain form from Health Room or download from FCPS.org).  Our registered nurse chaperone must have completed form and properly labeled medication that evening. BRING: Health insurance card, emergency contact information, parents itinerary and phone #’s if going on the trip. 

Fundraiser Pick-Up 3/17 @ 6p

Retrieve ALL of your goodies!  Pizzas, subs, cookies, candles, flower mats, kitchen sinks!

Make a list and check it twice so that you don’t have to come back to the school.

Banquet 5/21 @ 6:30p

An awesome evening of well deserved recognition and a bid of farewell to our Seniors (I’m in tears just writing this – whew!)

Take Me Out to the Ballgame – All 70! JOIN THE FUN APRIL - AUGUST

Please see the attached letter with information for volunteers this year.  Sign-ups have begun – thanks Mrs. Kase!

Mickey Here We Come!!!

Our trip to Walt Disney World  (WDW) is proceeding right on course!!  Here is the schedule:

(times are tentative)

Sunday, April 4th

1:00 am - Depart LHS

8:00 pm - Arrive WDW

Get settled in the motel (All-Star Movie Resort) and sleep!!

Monday, April 5^th - in the parks

Tuesday, April 6^th - Workshops for band and guard in

the morning.  In the parks in the afternoon/evening.

Wednesday, April 7^th -

2:30 pm - Parade in Magic Kingdom – Main Street

(VIEWERS BE IN PLACE BY 1:30 J)

Evening - Downtown Disney

Thursday, April 8^th - in the parks

Friday, April 9^th - In the parks until ~6pm

8:00 pm - Dinner Theater

11:00 pm - On the road again....

Saturday, April 10^th ~ 3pm - arrive LHS

Linganore Band Night at Domino’s in New Market and Mt. Airy

Every other Wednesday (Feb. 25^th), take a break from the cooking and order pizza for your family.  You must turn in the coupon when you pay for your pizza.  Forms are available on the website or in the band room.

PTSA Commemorative Basket

A beautifully walnut stained basket with burgundy splints and engraved brass tag for only $30.  Please call Pam Shook if interested.   MID-YEAR MEMBERSHIP DRIVE - still accepting memberships and optional family donation - $5.00 per person for membership.  Place check in an envelope marked PTSA Membership and deliver to LHS front office. PTSA provides much needed programs and opportunities for the kids and families!

BANKERS HOURS!

Quota deposits accepted on TUESDAY and THURSDAY only and soon to be accepted Tuesday evenings during rehearsal.  Thanks for your cooperation with this – it’s going great!

UPCOMING ELECTIONS

                              Jack Oliver 301.865.5212

Our election cycle is once again underway to elect Officers for the 2004-2005 school year.  

A short sermon from “Mrs. H” -  We have ALL heard the infamous “IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE A CHILD”~but did you know that there were speaking of LHS Marching Band and Guard “children”?  Truly it takes ALL of our energy and special talents to maintain our Village.  Please consider being one of the VILLAGE PEOPLE (promise you won’t have to sing, but it you want to it’s ok) ~ President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer or one of five Board Members.  Special costumes and headdresses are optional!

 Here is what our by-laws has to say about our election process.  My comments are in parentheses.

 1.      At the regularly scheduled February meeting, the President shall appoint a nominating committee of booster members who shall designate a chairman of the committee.  (Debi Hendricks and Robyn Stewart have agreed to serve as the Nominating Committee this year.  THANK YOU both!!!)

 2.      The nominating committee shall adopt a list of candidates for each position (Officers and Board members) to be decided by general election.  The list shall be presented to the general membership at the regularly scheduled March meeting and shall be published in the March issue of the Booster newsletter.

3.      At the regularly scheduled April meeting, the President will again announce the names of the persons adopted by the nominating committee and shall call for any additional nominations from the membership in attendance.  Nominations may be made from the floor by any eligible voting member.  Self-nominations are permitted.  Any and all such nominations so received from the floor shall be added to the official list of nominations. (Per our by-laws, we are governed by Robert's Rules of Order, and accordingly nominations do not require a second. Members can be nominated for more than one position.)

 4.      All members present will be eligible to vote in the general election.  Voting will be by secret ballot.  Votes will be collected by the chairman of the nominating committee and counted by the members of the committee.  A simple majority of the eligible votes cast shall be required for the election to any and/or each of the offices.

 5.      The nominee who receives the highest number of votes for each office shall be declared the winner.  The 5 nominees for Board of Directors who receive the highest number of votes shall be elected.

See you all at the March meeting!!

SCHOOL’S OUT IS OUT

SchoolsOut.Com is OUT!  &  Linganore Band Yahoo Group Is IN!

      SchoolsOut.Com had limited our use of their service to certain times of the day and to only one alert per day.  Unfortunately, with the size and complexity of our organization this was just not sufficient to meet our needs.  Therefore, effective February 15th, I am no longer using SchoolsOut.Com. 

       We have an alternative already in place.  Please go to our website (www.linganoreband.org) and scroll to the bottom of the screen.  You will see a box asking you to enter your email address to join the Linganore Band Yahoo Group.  Enter your email address, click on "Join Now!", and then follow the directions.  You may also accomplish the same thing by sending an email to linganoreband-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.  As of right now we have 126 subscribers to this new forum!!

 Thank you all for your quick response to this change!!

Special Volunteer Opportunities

Chaperones for the awesome Indoor Color Guard trips are needed.  Please call Kathy Bone @ 301.831.5097 or email: cguardmom@...

Love that address!!

Two Keys Games while the gang hangs out with Mickey Mouse.  Please call Mrs. Kase if you can help.

REPORT ALL VOLUNTEER HOURS MONTHLY TO MRS. GUSTAVSON!!

FREDERICK KEYS Games – PLAY BALL!

 

Peg Kase and I attended an informational meeting on Wednesday, 2/18, at Harry Grove Stadium about the upcoming season.  Several points were covered that I need to pass along to everyone so we can all be better prepared for this fundraiser.  There is a new general manger this year.  He will be taking a more critical look at the dress of the volunteer workers.  Please make sure you adhere to the guidelines below.

 

1. There will be a General Orientation meeting at Harry Grove Stadium (probably upstairs in the Keys Cafe) in March (exact date/time TBD).  The target audience is for our adults who will be in charge each game and for those new to the fundraiser.  If you were a Shift Manager last year and will be participating in this fundraiser this year, please plan on attending. 

 

2. There is the potential for some extra dates this season as Ovations is pulling other attractions into the stadium.  There is the possibility of a couple of concerts this summer, so stay tuned for more details.  There will be a WWE event and a Film Festival later in the summer.

 

3. General Volunteer Guidelines for this year.  (More detailed information will be available after the General Orientation meeting)

    a. Park in the lower parking lot and enter thru the doors at the 1st base end of the building - doors located next to the home clubhouse.

    b. Arrive no later than 30 minutes prior to the gates opening. (NOT 30 minutes before game time.) Once the gates are open, volunteers will not be able to enter the park without purchasing a ticket.

  c. Dress code is:

   (1) NO opened toed shoes or sandals

   (2) Tan or black pants, shorts (to the knee), or skirts - NO JEANS!

   (3) Hair must be tied back out of your face

   (4) Please dress warmly in April

        (Note:  If you are not dressed properly, you will be sent home!!)

  d. Complimentary pre-game meals ONLY served before gates open.

  e. All stands are to be ready for operation and volunteers in place when the gates open.

  f. Volunteers MUST sign in TWICE. You must sign our yellow sheet to account for the hours for your quota and the Ovations sheet to account for participation in the stand.  By signing the Ovations sheet, you are acknowledging their insurance waiver.  Look for the fluorescent red clipboard with the bright yellow sign-in sheets in the stand.

  g. All volunteers must be at least 14 years of age.  All cashiers MUST be 18 or older (ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS).

  h. Disregard the rain - come anyway.  Games are seldom postponed early.

  i. No one other than the volunteers working will be allowed in the stand.

 

4.  Peg Kase is compiling a "call me" list of names and phone numbers for those who are interested in filling in if someone is unable to work their scheduled game(s).  If you are interested, please let her know.

 

 

5. If you sign-up for a game and for some reason are then unable to work, YOU must find someone to work for you.  If this happens, please contact Peg Kase so we know who is working.

 

 6. REMEMBER, we are working all 70 games and other special events this year.  Please make sure you make note of the dates you sign up for and be on time for your game. 

 

Let's have fun this year!!!

 

Play Ball!!  (It made me feel warmer to say that!)

 

Jack