Kick-Off Meeting - Saturday, July 27th

This meeting is mandatory for all students and parents. We will have a separate meeting for all new members and parents. Here are the specified times: 

11:30am - New band members and parents check-in (auditorium)
​12:00pm - Meeting
 1:30pm - Returning band members and parents check-in (auditorium)
​ 2:00pm - Meeting
 2:30pm - All auxiliary members and parents check-in (band room)
​ 3:00pm - Meeting

When you arrive, please remember to check-in to turn in your required band forms. Student officers will hand you the meeting handouts and collect your forms. Mrs. Robinson and the Band Boosters will give a brief presentation on information students and parents will need for the beginning of the year. After the meeting, parents and students will pick up their band shirts and shorts in the cafeteria. Additional payments will also be taken in the cafeteria. Student sizing and ordering for marching shoes and parent sign-ups for volunteer opportunities will also be available in the cafeteria. 

More Kick Off Meeting Information

Required Band Camp Forms

Band Camp Form Packet (Includes a copy of the physical.)

Band Camp Week 1

Monday, July 29 (8:00am-4:00pm)

• All members

 
Tuesday, July 30 (8:00am-4:00pm)

• All members

Wednesday, July 31 (8:00am-4:00pm)

• All members

Thursday, August 1 (8:00am-4:00pm)

• All members

Friday, August 2 (8:00am-4:00pm)

• All members

Band Camp Week 2

Monday, August 5 (8:00am-4:00pm)

• All members

Tuesday, August 7 (1:00-8:30pm)

• All members

Wednesday, August 8 (1:00-8:30pm)

• All members

Thursday, August 9 (1:00-8:30pm)

• All members

Friday, August 10 (1:00-6:00pm)

• All members
• End of Band Camp Party 6:00-9:00pm in the cafeteria. All current Marching Pride students are invited to celebrate. There will be food, music, and dancing. This party is sponsored by the PRHS Band Boosters and is only open to current Marching Pride students. There is no charge. Attendance is optional, but highly recommended!

What is the appropriate attire for Band Camp?

• Caps & Hats
• Sunglasses
• Shorts (must be at fingertip length or with spandex underneath)
• Sneakers and socks (no sandals, flip-flops, or sliders)
• Light colored top (tops must coincide with the District Dress Code)
• Auxiliary uniform: white t-shirt & black shorts.

What else should I bring with me to Band Camp?

• Instrument/Auxiliary Equipment and all additional accessories needed for your instrument/section.
• 1.5" Binder with protective plastic sheets
• A pencil
• A black permanent marker
• Lanyard with Drill charts (These will be distributed during Band Camp.)
• Plenty of water! (Consider purchasing a 2 quart water cooler)
• Sunscreen
• Bug Repellant
• A bag lunch – Students are required to stay on campus at all times during Band Camp.
• A snack for short breaks (pretzels, granola bar, something that will hold well in the hot sun)
• A great attitude!

What not to wear or bring to Band Camp

• Avoid wearing denim and clothing made of heavy fabric.
• Avoid dark colored clothing.
• Absolutely no sandals, flip-flops, or sliders!
• No gum!
• No soda!
• Avoid bringing valuable items such as jewelry, electronics, etc.
• Cell phones are NOT allowed during rehearsals. 

Ways to prepare yourself for Band Camp

• Practice your instrument/choreo before camp.
• Get a good night’s rest before each day of camp.
• Drink plenty of fluids that do NOT contain large amounts of sugar or caffeine.
• Make sure you eat a healthy high protein/carb breakfast every morning.
• Take a shower and use deodorant.