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PACE HIGH BAND

2019-2020

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Anthony Denaro, Director of Bands

Phillip Michanowicz, Associate Director of Bands

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Dear Students and Parents: The absolute best time to become a member of the Pace High Band program is NOW! Your decision to become a member is guaranteed to have a positive effect on you for the remainder of your life. Our organization is built upon a “Tradition of Excellence”. As a part of this great tradition, you will have many responsibilities and obligations to meet and uphold. You will be expected to attend ALL rehearsals and performances, practice individually, and conduct yourself in an appropriate manner both inside and outside of the band room. “Be Your Best” is one of our mottos. The purpose of this handbook is to furnish everyone with a working knowledge of what is expected in most situations as a member of the Pace High School Band program. Please carefully review this entire document and sign the Band Student Contract (separate sheet). The contract needs to be signed and submitted no later than August 19th, 2019. We are looking forward to another successful year within the Pace High School Band program! Please join us! Sincerely,

Anthony Denaro Anthony Denaro Director of Bands

PPPaaaccceee HHHiiiggghhh SSSccchhhoooooolll BBBaaannndddsss The Pride of the Red, White & Blue Marching Band Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band & Concert Band Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo Pace Indoor Guard & Pace Indoor Percussion

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BAND MISSION STATEMENT Our band takes great pride in everything we do. Our mission statement, which was written by the student leadership in the 1999-2000 school year, is quoted, followed, respected, and recited by the Pace Band at all rehearsals and performances. All students in the band need to memorize it, and, at least within the band program, live by it!

“As members of the Pace High Patriot Band, We pledge to be unified,

Have trust and respect for one another, Communicate effectively and regularly,

Participate in all band events through our attendance and personal sacrifice,

While keeping in mind our responsibility to maintain professional standards,

and take PRIDE in all that we do.”

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CHARMS BAND MANAGEMENT - 2019-2020

Our full band calendar, finances, news items, documents, and contact

information can be found and updated through our online band

management system “CHARMS”.

• CHARMS is an online tool that is used to effectively manage and organize the “behind the scenes” activity that

keeps our band program running.

• No actual program will need to be downloaded to your actual home computer. Everything is stored online!

• As dates become known, they will be added to the calendar, which is a “living document”, and available in an up-to-the-minute state on CHARMS.

• Any dates that may be added to the calendar will only be done so with ample planning time kept in mind.

• This is YOUR responsibility. Log-in early, frequently, and keep your log-in information in a safe place. Email or see Mr. Denaro if you should need your password reset.

How do I log in to CHARMS?

It’s easy! Follow these simple steps!

1. Visit our band website, www.pacehsband.com

2. Click the “Resources” tab and scroll down to “CHARMS/Band Calendar”.

3. On this page, you can access the CHARMS login page by clicking the CHARMS logo. You can access your personal and financial information by clicking this logo as well (individual student password needed).

(If prompted) Our school code is: pacehsband

4. You can also access our Band Calendar by clicking on the band logo at the bottom of the page. Bookmark this page, since we are constantly updating and adding events.

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Sync Calendar with your phone

You have the ability to sync our entire band calendar directly to your mobile device. THIS IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

iPhone

1. Go into the Settings application 2. Touch “Mail, Contacts, Calendars” 3. Under Accounts, touch “Add Account” 4. On the Add Account screen, touch “Other” 5. Under Calendars, touch “Add Subscribed Calendar” 6. For the Server value, enter the URL of the public calendar:

https://www.charmsoffice.com/charms/calsynct.asp?s=PaceHSBand 7. Touch “Next” in the upper right corner 8. It will verify the server then show a subscription page. Change the description if you like. 9. Touch “Save” to save the subscription

Android

To sync with Android devices, you will need to use your Google account and have a Google calendar created. In your Google calendar on a computer:

1. Under “Other Calendars” click the Add link 2. Select “Add by URL” 3. Enter the following URL:

https://www.charmsoffice.com/charms/calsynct.asp?s=PaceHSBand 4. Click “Add Calendar” 5. Google will begin to sync your calendar and it will appear on the screen 6. Click “Settings” 7. Change the long name of the new calendar to something you will remember such as

“Charms Calendar” 8. Your phone should automatically be set to sync with your Google calendar. 9. On your phone: Click on “Calendar”, then bring up the settings for the calendar. Click on

Calendar Sync. You should see your google account listed already. Make sure Auto-Sync is checked.

If you should have additional questions about using CHARMS at home, please email Mr. Denaro! denaroa@santarosa.k12.fl.us

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ATTENDANCE POLICIES Our band program is competitive on a national level. In order to maintain this very high standard, our band students are expected to attend frequent “outside of school” rehearsals and sectionals. General Rehearsal and Performance Attendance Policy – Excused absences will include only the following: sickness, death in the family, and any other severe situation. All absences will be reviewed by the faculty on a case-by-case basis, and determined excused or unexcused. Email Mr. Denaro in advance to report foreseen absences/tardies from rehearsals/sectionals. In the case that you were unable to notify Mr. Denaro in advance, please have a parent/guardian provide a note or doctor’s excuse explaining why the student was absent (this can be accomplished in an email). Unexcused and ignored absences will result in a grade deduction and can affect future performance participation.

Rehearsals

After-school and evening rehearsals/sectionals have been scheduled weekly, and additional rehearsals may be scheduled on a “when-necessary” basis. Regardless of the ensemble (marching or concert bands), your attendance will always be mandatory. You will be given ample notice when and if additional rehearsals outside of the regular schedule are called. *“DRESS REHEARSAL” POLICY* An absence from a rehearsal immediately before any performance, excused or un-excused, will prohibit the absent student from full participation in the performance, unless otherwise approved by the Director of Bands. This policy is meant to protect students who may have missed important changes and edits to the drill/music, and we do not desire for any student to be caught unprepared in a performance setting.

Sectionals

Morning or afternoon sectionals for both marching and/or concert ensembles may be scheduled throughout the year. Any missed concert ensemble sectional will need to be made up with the director that particular ensemble. Please make every attempt to attend these extra sectionals.

Performances

All performances listed on the calendar are MANDATORY. An absence from a performance without prior approval from Mr. Denaro, or a doctor’s excuse will not be permitted and your grade will be affected. This includes games, parades, concerts, pep rallies, etc. Missing a performance, including football games, can jeopardize your membership in the band program. Missing an adjudicated performance, concert, or competition of any kind, serves as grounds for possible termination from the band program.

Marching Band Rehearsals during the school year will take place on: Monday Afternoons 3:30-4:30pm (Alternate brass/woodwinds only for these rehearsals)* Tuesday Evenings 6:00-9:00pm Thursday Evenings 5:00-9:00pm

Concert Ensemble Rehearsals/Sectionals typically begin three to four weeks before an upcoming performance.

Concert Band – Usually Monday afternoon or evenings Symphonic Band – Usually Tuesday evenings Wind Ensemble – Usually Thursday evenings

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CLASS EXPECTATIONS/PROCEDURES

• NO food, drinks, or gum are allowed on carpeted surfaces. Drinks are permitted in the hallway, but food is not.

• ALWAYS be on time for class and enter the band room quietly.

• Upon entry of the band facility, please leave your book bags in the band hallway. Purses are permitted under your chairs.

• For all classes and rehearsals, immediately get your instrument and other materials for class out and SIT DOWN in YOUR seat! Please DO NOT bring your instrument case into the set. All cases should go back into your instrument locker before you take your seat.

• Never touch anyone else’s things without their permission. Stealing will be considered applicable for possible direct and immediate removal from the band program.

• Please only play your instrument when it is part of your class or personal assignments. Please DO NOT play on your way to your seat.

• Do not ask a director to assist you in finding your necessary equipment or personal belongings. You should have a lock on your locker, and this is YOUR fault if you do not.

• Class starts when a Director/Drum Major steps onto the podium. Please focus your undivided attention on that person immediately.

• Only talk in class when you have permission.

• Upon leaving class, always leave the band hall neat and clean and free of debris, such as your instruments or other personal belongings and trash.

• Please do not enter the band offices without permission from one of the band directors.

CELL PHONE USE

We ask that cell phones not be out during ANY rehearsal, unless you have been given special permission to utilize a particular music application by a Director. Abuse of this policy will result in the removal from that particular rehearsal.

Removal/Termination from Band: If a student is dismissed from the Pace High School Band Program due to disciplinary reasons, or excessive absences, the privilege of membership in the band program will be revoked for the entirety of that student’s high school years.

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ENSEMBLES Classes in this department will likely include content of a sacred and/or patriotic origin.

Marching Band

The marching band is the most active and visible part of the Pace High School band program. There are approximately 240 members in this ensemble. This includes wind instruments*, percussion** and color guard. Students must be enrolled in a band, percussion or guard class during the entire school year to maintain their membership. *Piccolo (audition only), Flute, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Trumpet, Mellophone, Trombone, Baritone, & Sousaphone **Battery Percussion: Snare, Tenors, Bass; Front Ensemble: Mallet instruments, auxiliary percussion, cymbals, keyboards, bass, etc.

Wind Ensemble

The Wind Ensemble is the premier performing ensemble at Pace. Placement in this group is determined by audition and is limited to very strict instrumentation. Private lessons are encouraged for students wishing to perform with this ensemble. Morning and afternoon/evening rehearsals are to be expected in addition to class time.

Symphonic Band

The Symphonic Band has developed into an ensemble that rivals many “top” wind ensembles at other schools. Placement in this group is determined by audition. Morning and afternoon/evening rehearsals are to be expected in addition to class time.

Concert Band

The Concert Band functions as a band that enables students to develop higher levels of musicianship on their instrument, as deemed necessary through audition results. This class will stress the basics as well as work on appropriate levels of literature. Morning and afternoon/evening rehearsals are to be expected in addition to class time.

Jazz Ensemble and Combos

Anyone who plays trumpet, saxophone, trombone, percussion, bass, piano, or guitar is eligible for membership in this ensemble providing they meet the minimum playing requirements necessary to be in the band program. Membership in this ensemble is in addition to your required concert/symphonic/wind ensemble band class. Color Guard

Membership in the Guard is determined by audition. The Color Guard is the only visual ensemble associated with the Pace High Band program. The Pace High Color Guard requires membership in a daily class as part of the student’s school schedule and is led by Mrs. Rebecca Belveal.

Indoor Color Guard (Varsity and Cadet Ensembles)

This unit is made up of select members of the Guard. Members are chosen based on an audition. All preparation for this group is done during and after school hours. The Pace High Indoor Guard is recognized as a leader in its class, consistently placing among the best at the local, regional, and national events. All trips/performances will be essential for every student enrolled in this ensemble. Depending on the year, these ensembles MAY travel to Dayton, OH to compete at the WGI World Championships. * Also see section on Indoor Unit Attendance. Indoor Percussion

This unit is made up of select members of the Percussion and Winds sections. Members are chosen based on audition. All preparation for this group is done outside the school day. All trips/performances will be essential for every student enrolled in this ensemble. Depending on the year, this ensemble MAY travel to Dayton, OH to compete at the WGI World Championships. *Also see section on Indoor Unit Attendance.

*Indoor Unit Attendance – ALL attendance policies for the band program will remain in effect for each Indoor unit. Keep in mind that participation in these ensembles is completely optional, and anyone who feels as though they are unable to fully commit to the set rehearsal/performance schedule should discuss this matter with the Indoor unit Director PRIOR to auditions/first rehearsals.

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REQUIRED PERFORMANCES ALL performances are required of EVERYONE in the Pace High School Band program. There is NO make-up assignment that can be offered as a substitute for the experience of participating in a live performance. Offering quality performance and aesthetic experiences to the students is solely unique to the performing arts. The students fulfill their role as committed members of the band by being present at all required performances. ALL performances will be listed on the CHARMS calendar well in advance.

Football Games

The band typically attends all regular season football games. We will not attend regular season games scheduled out of state unless they are in very close proximity to Santa Rosa County, and may not attend every in-state regular season game if taking place on a Thursday night, or if the game location is too far from Pace. Every football game is considered a performance for us, so we enjoy going to away games and having the opportunity to perform in different venues. Your attendance is absolutely MANDATORY at each and every game. Your grade will dramatically decrease and your continued membership in the band will be in jeopardy if you have an un-excused absence from a game, or any other performance.

Football playoff games are always a possibility. You should plan as part of your family’s Friday night plans to be involved in at least the 1st round of playoffs. We will update the CHARMS calendar with any necessary playoff information as soon as it is received.

Football Game Rainout Procedure If a game/performance is rained out or postponed for any reason, the band WILL plan to attend the game/performance on the date that it has been rescheduled, unless otherwise decided by the directors/school administration.

Marching Music Performance Assessment (MPA)/Competitions

During the fall, the marching band has participated in the FBA District I Marching Performance Assessment, Florida Marching Band State Championships, and the Bands of America Super Regional. Check CHARMS for up to date information on what competitions will be attending in the 2019-2020 upcoming year. Nearly all of these performances will occur on a Saturday, and will typically be preceded with a morning rehearsal.

Parades and Community Performances

To give back to the community, the band marches in a number of parades during the school year. This includes the Milton Veterans Day Parade, Pace Christmas Parade, and any other possible requested community performances.

Concert Band Music Performance Assessment (MPA)

In early March, the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic and Concert bands will participate in the FBA District I Concert Music Performance Assessment. This performance meets state requirements for evaluation. The Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band may perform at State Concert MPA in late April of each year.

Fall/Winter/Spring Concerts

As with all performances, student attendance is mandatory for any concert that is given in the fall, winter, or spring. Performance locations will vary from year to year since we do not have an adequate venue to perform in on campus. Additional concert performances/tours MAY be scheduled for any of our three concert ensembles. Students will be notified well in advance of any upcoming performance dates.

Student Check-out Procedures

Students who wish to check out after a band event with a parent should notify Mr. Denaro well in advance through a written note or email. denaroa@santarosa.k12.fl.us

Legally, Mr. Denaro is not permitted to allow any student to check out early without prior notification from a parent. Please respect this policy, which is in the best interest and safety of the student involved. Of course emergency situations do arise, and Mr. Denaro should be seen by a parent immediately if you are experiencing an EMERGENCY circumstance.

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EXTRA PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

All-State Band Auditions

Each year, our best student musicians elect to audition for the Florida All-State Bands. If selected they will represent our school at the Florida Music Educators Association State Clinic/Conference held annually in Tampa, FL for four days in January. These students are chosen based on a recorded audition held each September. This audition is not required, but highly recommended for serious musicians. Any student who is selected for an All-State Ensemble will be financially responsible for their own transportation and housing to and from Tampa, FL.

Santa Rosa All-County Band/Additional Honor Band Experiences

Students in Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band (including percussion) are required to audition for the annual Santa Rosa County All-County Band in late November. Students in the other concert ensembles are strongly encouraged to audition as well. The best musicians from around the county are chosen to form a local honor ensemble that rehearses and performs in late January of each year. Students are also strongly encouraged to audition (through a mailed submission or a live audition) for additional local honor bands in the region. Travel and housing expenses for these events will be the responsibility of the student/parents, and not of the Pace Band program.

Solo & Ensemble Contest

Students in Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band (including percussion) are required to participate in the Solo and Ensemble Contest each year. Students in the other concert ensembles are strongly encouraged to participate as well. This event provides an opportunity to perform solos and/or in small ensembles for evaluation by a judge who is recognized as an expert in the field. Those who are judged to be at the highest level (superior) receive a medal from the Florida Bandmasters Association. Each soloist must locate their own accompanist and arrange their own fee/payments with that person.

EQUIPMENT EXPECTATIONS

School-Owned Instruments

We are fortunate to have an inventory of school-owned instruments that are available for students to check out from the band. While there is no rental fee associated with this check out, any repair or damage that is beyond routine maintenance and wear /tear will be the financial responsibility of the student. This policy includes LOSS. Routinely scheduled maintenance, repair, and cleaning will be provided by the band program. All repair work on school-owned instruments should be brought to the Band Director’s attention as soon as possible.

Instruments will be checked out to students, with preference given to those students who placed in a higher band (Wind Ensemble, then Symphonic Band, and then Concert Band), or higher chair. Instrument distribution may also be further altered, however only at the discretion of a director. To check out a school-owned instrument the student must complete the SRCSD Instrument Check-Out Form, obtain a parent signature, and return it to a band director. No instrument will be permitted to be taken home until a parent signature has been obtained.

Instrument Lockers

We are also fortunate to have VERY nice instrument storage lockers in the band room. During the summer, all students will be issued a locker for their instrument/instruments. ALL STUDENTS SHOULD PURCHASE A PLAIN BLACK COMBINATION LOCK FOR THEIR LOCKER. Upon first use, the locker combo will need to be reported to the band directors. If you do not keep a lock on your locker, no measures will be taken in the event that a theft occurs. Remember that it is YOUR responsibility to treat your instrument locker with absolute respect and care. Please leave your locker in the same condition that it was issued to you. Remember, Band Directors, as well as any School Resource Officer or Dean posses the authority to search your locker at any given time. Items such as food, drinks, or anything that would be considered “contraband” are not permitted to be stored in each student locker.

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UNIFORM EXPECTATIONS Uniform Rental/Cleaning – This amount appears on your band donation schedule and is to cover the cost of cleaning, proper maintenance, extra parts, and wear/tear put on the uniform from each student’s use. Jacket/Pants/Gauntlets/Shako (hat) – Specific instructions on how to correctly put on and care for the uniform and all of its parts will be provided in class. Uniform pants/jackets remain on their assigned racks and must be picked up before each wearing and returned neatly and properly hung. Shakos are stored in labeled racks and can be picked up before and returned after each performance. Band Shoes/Gloves – A shoe/glove package is sold to the freshmen and new students at a VERY reasonable price and is covered in your “Fair Share Contribution” schedule and should be fitted during summer uniform fittings. Shoes/gloves are kept at home, are the responsibility of each student, and should be brought to the band room, CLEAN, each time they are needed. Additional new gloves will be sold from the uniform room for a small price to anyone needing a clean and fresh pair. CLEAN white gloves, will be necessary for ALL performances. Uniform Cleaning - Uniforms are cleaned on an “as needed” basis as determined by the Uniform Coordinators and band directors. Parents/Students are not responsible for having to take the uniforms to be cleaned. This is taken care of for you.

Friday Night Marching Band Uniform

• Bib Pants/Jacket/Gauntlets

• White Gloves (winds)

• Black LONG socks

• Clean Black Band Shoes

• 2019 Marching Band t-shirt

• Compression shorts and athletic shorts (no jeans or long pants) – “under armor” is acceptable Competition Marching Band Uniform

• Custom Performance Top/Bib Pants only

• Gloves

• Black LONG socks

• Clean Black Band Shoes

• Under armor (details depend on several factors – will be discussed later)

• Compression shorts and athletic shorts underneath bib pants

Gentlemen

• Hair will need to be of a “natural color”

• Young men with long hair must either pull it back in a hair tie or put up in a bun

• Clean smooth shaves are expected when wearing the uniform

Ladies

• Hair must be braided and stuffed into the hat or collar as much as possible

• Hair will need to be of a “natural color”

• NO MAKEUP IS PERMITTED (A white glove test may be imminent) o Each band uniform costs $300 and has a white collar. You do not want to be required to purchase

your uniform due to un-removable make-up stains.

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PACE HIGH BAND “FAIR SHARE CONTRIBUTION” 2019-2020 NO STUDENT HAS EVER BEEN TURNED AWAY FROM BAND DUE TO FINANCIAL HARDSHIP

Type A is for all RETURNING members (winds & percussion) of the Pace Band program.

Type A - 10-12 Returning Member Contribution - $325* • Base amount includes travel, marching uniform(s), event costs, music, etc. (details on next page)

*Amount will increase if student needs to purchase replacement shoes or concert black items.

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Type B are for all NEW members (winds & percussion) of the Pace Band program.

Type B – New Member Contribution Total - $440 • Freshman increase includes the one time purchase of necessary items (marching shoes and concert black attire)

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Type C is for all NEW and RETURNING color guard members of the Pace Band program.

Type C - ALL Color Guard Contribution Total - $400 • Base amount includes travel, custom guard uniform, event costs, flags, rifles, sabres, etc. (details on next page)

___________________________________________________________________________ Note: Any Indoor Percussion/Indoor Guard Contributions are assessed at a later time in the school year and are not included in the above figures. In order to participate in one of these extracurricular ensembles, we ask that all previous Contributions be paid in FULL.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: DEDUCT $35 IF YOU PAY FULL CONTRIBUTION BEFORE JUNE 14th! Note: This discount ONLY applies to those paying the full amount listed above

Those with a prior credit on their account are NOT eligible for the Early Bird Discount*

Disney trip! Depart: Thursday, November 21st 2019 (morning) Return: Sunday, November 24th, 2019 (very early morning!) Includes: Disney Springs, Magic Kingdom/parade performance, & Epcot; $40 meal voucher; charter bus transportation; hotel Cost: $395 ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A TRIP COMMITMENT FORM. This form is due Friday, June 14th 2019. If you select YES, you are committing toward paying/fundraising the cost of your Band Contribution + $395 trip fee. If you select NO, you are ONLY responsible for paying/fundraising the cost of your Band Contribution.

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INCLUSIONS LIST (does not include Disney trip)

What am I paying for?

• Time Management • Responsibility/Accountability • Self-Confidence • Acceptance of constructive criticism • Collaboration/Teamwork • Mentoring others/Leadership • Healthy Lifestyle

10-12 Returning Member (winds & percussion) Contribution $325• Meals during camps

• Summer/Fall/Spring staff

• Fall show production items (music, drill, props, etc.)

• Music licensing/permission to arrange fees

• Concert and chamber ensemble music

• Practice field maintenance costs

• Event costs for band activities and performances

• Uniform cleaning/rental costs

• Regular maintenance/repair for school owned instrument

• Travel to and from marching and concert performances

• 2019 Band t-shirt

• 2019 Competition Performance Top

• PERC ONLY – Use of top quality concert/marching percussion instruments, sticks, mallets, & drum heads

New Member (winds & percussion) Contribution $440 • Meals during camps

• Summer/Fall/Spring staff

• Fall show production items (music, drill, props, etc.)

• Music licensing/permission to arrange fees

• Concert and chamber ensemble music

• Practice field maintenance costs

• Event costs for band activities and performances

• Uniform cleaning/rental costs

• Regular maintenance/repair for school owned instrument

• Travel to and from marching and concert performances

• 2019 Band t-shirt

• 2019 Competition Performance Top

• Marching band shoes

• Concert Black dress attire – to be worn for ALL concert ensemble performances

• PERC ONLY – Use of top quality concert/marching percussion instruments, sticks, mallets, & drum heads

Color Guard (new & returning members) Contribution $400 • Meals during camps

• Summer/Fall/Spring staff

• Fall show production items (music, drill, props, etc.)

• Music licensing/permission to arrange fees

• Practice field maintenance costs

• Event costs for band activities and performances

• Customized uniform & shoes

• Travel to and from marching performances

• 2019 Band t-shirt

• Customized flags, rifles, and sabres

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Suggested Payment Schedule

Why am I being asked to make a “Contribution” to the band program?

Individual student Contributions go towards meeting our Band Budget for each year, which is set and maintained by Mr. Denaro, the Director of Bands. Our Band Booster organization works VERY hard to help raise funds that help contribute towards the band meeting their annual budget. To make this happen, the Band Boosters actually have their own separate Booster Budget that is set and maintained each year.

Will my child be penalized if I cannot afford to make a Contribution?

Absolutely not. We do not turn away any interested student from our program. IF YOU HAVE CONCERNS, PLEASE CONTACT MR. DENARO AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Payment Plan – Including Disney Trip 😊

June 15th DEPOSIT

July 15th

August 15th

September 15th

October 15th

November 15th

(Indoor Deadline)

Type A - 10-12 Returning Members

$150 $150 $120 $100 $100 $100

Type B – NEW Members $150 $150 $150 $135 $125

$125

Type C – Color Guard $150 $150 $150 $125 $125 $95

Payment Plan – No Disney Trip ☹

June 15th DEPOSIT

July 15th

August 15th

September 15th

October 15th

November 15th

(Indoor Deadline)

Type A - 10-12 Returning Members

$100 $100 $100 $25 - -

Type B – NEW Members $100 $100 $100 $100 $40

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Type C – Color Guard $100 $100 $100 $100 - -

The band understands that some families struggle more than others. If you feel that you fall into this situation, consider the items below:

1. Apply for Band Contribution Discounts (listed below). 2. Contact Mr. Denaro with a monthly payment plan that works for YOU.

Example: If you can only afford $15 a month, then you will only be held responsible for that amount.

3. Plan on participating in scheduled fundraisers throughout the year.

Questions or concerns? Please contact Mr. Denaro through email.

denaroa@santarosa.k12.fl.us

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Applying for Band Contribution Discounts

Any current band/guard student may apply for any or all of the following discounts. Each discount ONLY applies to Band Contribution amounts and does not apply to any extracurricular Indoor Percussion or Indoor Color Guard ensemble. Participation in these ensembles is strictly optional.

Parent Volunteer Discount • To receive this one-time $50 credit, parents must volunteer to work five or more events this year (three of

which MUST be in the concession stand). Chaperone duties DO NOT count.

• Any concessions event would count. Examples may include Varsity/JV football, Spring Game, Kick Off Classic, Cheer Competition, Homecoming Festival, etc.

• The parent MUST sign up to work the event through SignUp.com (see our Band Connections document).

• Parents DO NOT need to complete a Band Contribution Discount Request form for this particular discount. After you work five “qualifying” events, your discount will be automatically deducted on your CHARMS financial statement. The credit will be applied to each child you currently have in the band program.

Free/Reduced Meal Program Discount • Any student on the Santa Rosa County Reduced Meal Program will receive a one-time $50 credit

• Any student on the Santa Rosa County Free Meal Program will receive a one-time $75 credit

• Parents DO need to complete a Band Contribution Discount Request form to be considered for this particular discount. Documentation that you are on the Free/Reduced Meal Plan will need to be submitted.

Two or More Siblings Discount • Each sibling will receive a one-time $50 credit

• Parents DO need to complete a Band Contribution Discount Request form to be considered for this particular discount.

Each credit will be issued once annually. Families who apply for a 2019-2020 Band Contribution Discount will need to reapply for the 2020-2021 school year.

The Band Contribution Discount Form is on the band website.

http://www.pacehsband.com/band-documents-and-forms.html

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FUNDRAISING

Band Booster Fundraiser

• Organized and run by the Band Parent Booster Organization

• Profits go directly towards meeting our annual Band Booster Expense Budget.

o Example: Football Concessions, Yard Sale, Festivals, etc.

Band Student Fundraiser

• Organized and run solely by Band Director

• Profits go directly to the band (may or may not be credited to individual accounts)

o Example: Candy Bar Sale, Citrus Sale, Spring Easter Lily, Yankee Candle, etc.

ALL students are strongly encouraged to participate in all fundraisers throughout the year.

ALL students are strongly encouraged to seek out donations from relatives, friends, and even local businesses.

Why fundraise?

• Fundraising allows individual students to earn money that will cover their annual Band Fair Share Contribution.

• Fundraising helps keep the annual Band Fair Share Contribution low.

• Fundraising allows our band to continue to compete at state, regional, and national competitions. If we do not fundraise, this will not continue.

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Travel Guidelines

General Policies to remember when traveling with the band

• ALL Pace High School and Pace High Band rules will be in effect for the duration of the trip. This is regardless of your age, or if your parent is a chaperone for the trip.

• Pace High School Dress Code Policies will be in effect and will be enforced. Be prepared to change, or to stay at the hotel all day if you are in violation.

• Parents, Chaperones, and Students should always consult the Trip Handbook (created separately for each trip) for additional details regarding itinerary, protocol, luggage, etc.

• Respect the bus drivers, chaperones, and any staff member who addresses you.

• Students should always be respectful and follow instructions from all chaperones.

• Always stay with a group of friends, or at least one other friend at all times. Students found wandering alone at ANY location will be confined to a chaperone (and you do not want this to happen).

• Plan on arriving everywhere at least 10 minutes prior to the stated time! Keep an eye on the clock and be prepared to get out of line or start heading back so that you are on time.

• Keep your money in a safe place, and not out in the open. Also, keep track of how much money you have left at all times. Don’t spend everything on the first day!

• Anyone who breaks the law WILL be turned over to local law enforcement. The school and your parents will be notified immediately. It will be your parent’s responsibility to come pick you up.

• Always, no matter where we are, act in an appropriate manner. Other schools, bands, etc. may not always act appropriately, however those of us in the Pace Band always will.

Trip Meetings

A parent meeting may be scheduled the week of any overnight band trip. All parents should make every attempt to attend this informative meeting. Every aspect of the trip will be covered in great detail at this meeting. Students are welcome to attend.