| Monday 6/2 | |
| Tuesday 6/3 | Marching Band 6-9pm ALL Parent Meeting 6pm MB Payment #1 Due |
| Wednesday 6/4 | Marching Band 6-9pm |
| Thursday 6/5 | Marching Band 6-9pm |
| Friday 6/6 |
MARCHING BAND THIS WEEK
This is MINICAMP WEEK, 6-9pm, Tuesday through Thursday. Learning the basics and getting started on the music.
PARENT MEETING: We’ll have a meeting for you at 6pm in the auditorium following drop-off. The meeting will supply general information about the season to families and the importance of your involvement. WE WILL HAVE OUR MAIN LOT BLOCKED OFF, PLEASE PARK ALONG THE CURB BY THE TENNIS COURTS OR BY THE ATHLETIC ENTRANCE (DOOR X).
For New Families that miss the meeting last week, here are the Parent Guides for Marching Band:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xCVLCVpz-uAMFphMTomzHilYRX-s04SY/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=115467709464376736224&rtpof=true&sd=true
PLEASE BE MINDFUL OF DROPOFF AND PICKUP PROCEDURES. THE MAIN LOT WILL BE BLOCKED OFF.
ATTENDANCE: Students are now expected to be at all rehearsals. If a student is missing a full band rehearsal or performance for an excused absence, parents/guardians should complete the Absence Report Form at this link. We know many families will be on vacation through the summer, that is perfectly fine. Please let us know when you’re gone. Everyone should be here when we kick off band camp in August. http://www.pnhsbands.com/absence-request-form/
MARCHING BAND REHEARSAL CHECKLIST
Things to bring for your SUCCESS:
YOU WILL NEED TO BRING:
- Your instrument/equipment in working condition w/ all necessary accessories
- Reeds/Ligatures
- Neckstraps
- Valve Oil
- Other items your instrument may require
- Half gallon or gallon insulated water jug w/ cold water – no sharing
- Label w/ your name to avoid losing
- Insect repellent for evenings
- Sunglasses for the low evening sun
- Appropriate attire for the weather – t-shirt, sweatshirt for cool evenings
- Athletic shorts – the lighter the better
- Socks and solid tie shoes, firmly tied onto your feet. No sandals or slip-on’s. Best shoes are running shoes or something with a flexible sole that will help you march correctly. Do not wear Crocs, sandals, skateboarding shoes, Converse, dress shoes, or other similar footwear.
- Pencil with eraser.
- 1-inch binder and sheet protectors for music – at least 10 protectors
UNIFORM/COSTUME FITTINGS – IMPORTANT!!
We’ll be doing uniform fittings this week for our custom tops. We’ll have details during rehearsal. Students will try on sample sizes. Please wear a simple t-shirt to try the tops over that. Here is preview of the tops:
MARCHING BAND PAYMENTS
The payments are due on June 3rd, July 22nd, and August 19th. The fees can be paid by installments or all at once. Here is the payment schedule for reference: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UGqPU0eQd5cZ02eQThva_FAC7P8jmQxAjaHms24Sd1Q/edit?usp=drive_link
Payment for fees can be done by:
- Online payment via Cut Time with a Credit Card. This method does include a 3% service fee. Links have been sent regarding this.
- Pay by check or cash and deposited in the red box in Mr. Hatcher’s office (this is the easiest) or send via mail. Please make checks payable to PNHS Band Boosters and write the student’s name on the memo line.
Mailing Address:
Plainfield North High School Band Boosters
PO Box 531
Plainfield, IL 60544
Please reach out to boosters@pnhsbands.org with questions
PIANO PLAYER NEEDED
WE STILL NEED A PIANO PLAYER. Please pass the information if you know someone that may be interested. A great opportunity to showcase their talents. The instrument is an important element of our marching band show. Contact Mr. Hatcher with any inquiries: thatcher@psd202.org
DINING OUT – BWW (6/18/25)
PLAINFIELD FEST – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We have the opportunity to earn $3000 for our PNHS Band Booster program by supplying volunteers for Plainfield Fest, June 27th-29th.
“We are aiming for 20 volunteers. Students can volunteer for Carnival Entry Gate or Bounce House Attendant. Adults can volunteer for any position. Spots will fill quickly by community members outside our organization, so please sign up today to put us in the best position to earn that $3000!
Please type “PNHS” after your last name so they know which school band you’re volunteering for.”
BOOSTER MEETING
Our June parent booster meeting will be on Wednesday, June 11th, at 7:00pm in the PNHS Band Room. All are welcome to attend! Please enter through DOOR P.
CALENDAR
Our Google Calendar is currently up to date with important events for next school year. Please subscribe to it or add it to your calendar:
Calendar ID:
psd202.org_1vc04dp9oaqjb719mdenu1a294@group.calendar.google.com
iCal (Apple Devices): https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/psd202.org_1vc04dp9oaqjb719mdenu1a294%40group.calendar.google.com/public/basic.ics
QUINLAN AND FABISH – INSTRUMENT REPAIRS AND NEEDS
GET THE YEARLY MAINTENANCE ON YOUR INSTRUMENTS THIS SUMMER!!
SUPPLIES AND REPAIRS: Quinlan and Fabish, our district preferred music store, has their website operational and is shipping out stuff in a timely manner. If you need music supplies, visit www.qandf.com
SOCIAL MEDIA
We are on social media. Check us out:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pnbands
Instagram: www.instagram.com/pnbands
Facebook(Parents/Alumni): https://www.facebook.com/groups/457301267702070/