This week we have our final Vet Uniform Refitting Thursday for returning members (Book an appointment) and our Thursday percussion rehearsal. This week however, is all percussion from 12:00pm – 5:00pm. We will conclude rehearsal with a family BBQ for all guard and percussion families. Guard will meet at 4:00pm to assist with setting the BBQ.
Next week we have our 4th of July events. Have you been getting outside to acclimate a little bit to the heat? Also, more importantly have you been drinking water to remain hydrated? Begin drinking a little extra water each day this week, so that next week you’re fully hydrated and ready to battle the heat on July 3 and July 4.
Week at a Glance • CHS Announcements
- Thursday: All Percussion • 12:00pm – 5:00pm
- Guard 4:00pm – 5:00pm
- Guard and Percussion BBQ • Volunteer Here
- Friday: School’s Closed
- Saturday: Band Room Clean-up Day • 8:00am – 12:00pm • Students and Adults welcome!
- Thank you for your help! We will straighten up booster areas to get ready for the season
- We will organize the freezer room, garage, “castle”- building behind the band room, organize medical bags, and clean out water coolers.
Percussion and Guard Family Cookout • Thursday
We will have our annual percussion and guard family cookout on June 27 beginning at 5:30pm, immediately following the percussion rehearsal that day. The students participate in a dessert war, by creating a dessert and entering it into the competition. We have a few prizes for the winners of the dessert wars. It is a fun evening for our students and parents and we look forward to seeing you there!
Please sign-up to help here to help out. We’ve had a good response, but there is still need. Thank you so much for your assistance in making this possible for our students and families!
Band Room Clean Up Day
We need parent and student volunteers if you are available. We will be working in the booster areas: Freezer Room, Garage, and Castle to get things organized for the year. Thank you so much for your assistance! We will be working from 8:00am – 12:00pm. Volunteer Here
4th of July Parade
Practice • July 3 • 9:00AM – 12:00PM • More Information
- 9:00AM Welcome in the Band Room
- 9:15AM Sectionals in various locations
- 10:00AM Break
- 10:20AM Full Band in Mabry Arts Center • Guard still on Skinner Field
- 11:10AM Full Band in Grisham Stadium Marching around the track
- 11:45AM Dismiss to pick up T-shirts from band director
Performance • July 4 • More Information
- 9:00AM Report to North Cliff Street behind United Community Bank wearing your parade uniform
- Parade Uniform: Parade Shirt, Black Shorts, Tennis Shoes, and Instrument/Equipment
- Sunglasses are OK, please no hats
- 10:00AM Parade steps off and we should be finished around 10:45-11:00 AM
- 11:00AM Parents pick you up in the Robinson’s Salvage Parking Lot (Old K-Mart)
Important Info about the parade • More Information
- We recommend parents watching the parade towards the end, closer to Robinson Salvage for easier traffic and pick-up.
- Waters will be provided before the parade and at the end of the parade.
- Consistently drink water days before the parade so that you are already hydrated before participating.
- Parade Route: North Cliff Street staging area, turn right on Alabama Street, continue on Bankhead Highway to the Robinson Salvage Parking Lot (Disband area).
The best times to bring in donations if you want to this week are Thursday before the cook-out of Saturday during the clean-up day. Next week, donations could be brought in on July 3 during the rehearsal. We will accept donations throughout the weeks of band camp as well as throughout the season. We really appreciate your assistance in helping us to keep everyone hydrated!
Class of 2025 • Football Program Photos
Mr. Carmichael will be taking photos of seniors with their immediate families in the SAC Gym on July 14 or July 21. Please sign up for your photo by using this link. Mr. Carmichael has only set up these 2 dates. If you need a different date, we need to contact Mr. Carmichael ASAP. Please note that he will charge a sitting fee if you need a different date.
Seniors wear your marching band uniform and immediate family members should wear something nice in school colors. This photo will be featured in the 2024 Football program.
Senior head shots for banners will be taken with our team photos on July 18 at 6:00PM after camp that day. Students will have an hour to freshen up and get into uniforms before we start our photos. We will take our team photo, section photos, and then Senior Headshots.
Uniform Sizing Days
Thank you to Sarah Bush for organizing a team to assist us with uniform fittings. The following dates have been set aside to size all of our students before camp and in time for our team photos.
Senior Uniform Re-Fitting • June 6 between 1:00pm and 6:00pm • Click Here to Book an Appointment
You may have to scroll to June 6 after following the link to find the appointment links. You’ll notice most dates crossed off, but June 6 should be available to click on, then select your time. Seniors, if you are out of town, there are a few more options later in the summer for vets, but we want to get yours ready first if possible.
Veteran Uniform Re-Fitting • June 20 from 3:00pm and 7:00pm and June 27 from 4:00pm and 7:00pm • Click Here
You may have to scroll to June 20 or June 27 after following the link to find the appointment links. You’ll notice most dates crossed off, but June 20 and 27 should be available to click on, then select your time. Thank you for scheduling a time and helping us get ready for the season!
New Member Uniform Fittings • July 8 and July 10 from 10:00am – 12:30pm and 1:30pm – 3:00pm • Click Here
You may have to scroll to July 8 or July 10 after following the link to find the appointment links. You’ll notice most dates crossed off, but July 8 and 10 should be available to click on, then select your time. Vets, if the other dates did not work for you, please sign up for July 10.
Band Handbook • Payment 1 & Forms OVERDUE
- Download the 2024-2025 Band Handbook Here
- Second payment was due on June 17, 2024 • Wind & Percussion: $100 & Guard: $175* • Pay Here •
- Forms were due by May 17 • you can sign and scan them to barbara.dothard@carrolltoncityschools.net
Stay Connected • Have you signed up to be in the LOOP?
Health in Band • Edgenuity
Students should be working daily to complete their health requirement and only have until July 26 to get it all completed. At this point, student should be approximately 35% complete with the course. Edgenuity has a pacing function and will show the progress bar in RED if your child has not been completing enough of the course. If your child is on pace then the completion percentage should show in GREEN. If you are unable to access the course, please send Dr. Carr an email so that he can assist you in accessing the course. Remember, in addition to completing the eADAP course through the GA DDS, students must complete the class in Edgenuity to receive credit for Health.
How to log into Edgenuity:
- Visit: www.clever.com/in/Trojans and LOG IN, using your school login information.
- Click on Imagine Edgenuity, it has a purple icon
Complete your class titled: *2024 Healthy Living/Summer Health
ALL COURSEWORK MUST BE COMPLETED by FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024
CutTime
We are very close to completely transitioning over to CutTime. Once we transition each member’s guardian will receive a text message from the database. In this text message will be a MAGIC LINK. Each link is specific per guardian and should not be shared. The link will allow you to access your students account. In the account you will be able to access an itemized report of your band account, the schedule, and more. Once you receive this link, save it and keep it handy.
Upcoming Dates
June
- 27 • Vet Uniform Refitting • Book an appointment
- All Percussion, 12:00PM – 5:00PM
- Percussion and Guard Cookout • 5:30PM • Volunteer Here
- 29 • Band Room Clean-Up Day • 8:00am – 12:00pm • Volunteer Here
July
- 3 • 4th of July Parade Practice • Sign Up for the Parade by May 24 for your T-Shirt • Volunteer Here
- 4 • 4th of July Parade • Volunteer Here
- 8 • New Member Uniform Fitting • Book an appointment
- 10 • New Member Uniform Fitting • Book an appointment* All Vets who haven’t been fitted can also book here
- 15 – 19 • Band Camp Week 1 • 8:00am – 5:00pm • Volunteer Here • Donations Needed
- 19 • Band Pool Party • Lakeshore Pool • 6:00pm – 9:00pm • FREE Admission • Pizza Served • Transportation required
- 22 – 26 • Band Camp Week 2 • 8:00am – 9:00pm • Volunteer Here
- 26 • Trojan Night • Volunteer Here
- 27 • Leadership Outing • DCI Atlanta • $40 due by May 24, 2024
- 29 • Full Band Rehearsal • 6:00pm – 9:00pm
- 30 • Full Band Rehearsal • 6:00pm – 9:00pm
August
- 1 • Full Band Rehearsal • 6:00pm – 9:00pm
- 5 • Full Band Rehearsal • 6:00pm – 9:00pm
- 6 • Full Band Rehearsal • 6:00pm – 9:00pm
- 8 • Full Band Rehearsal • 6:00pm – 9:00pm
- 20 • DCI Championship Viewing Party • Band Room • More Details to Follow
- 12 • First Day of School Year 2024 – 2025 • Regular Weekly Rehearsals Begin
- REGULAR WEEKLY SCHEDULE
- Monday: Full Band 3:45pm – 6:15pm
- Tuesday: Full Band 3:45pm – 6:15pm
- Thursday: Full Band 6:00pm – 9:00pm
- 16 • Away vs. Woodward Academy • 7:30pm • Volunteer Here
- 22 • Home Game Concession Pre-Order • 5:00pm – 5:45pm • Volunteer Here
- 23 • Home Opener vs. Columbia • 7:30pm • Volunteer Here
- 29 • Home Game Concession Pre-Order • 5:00pm – 5:45pm • Volunteer Here
- 30 • Home vs. Rome • 7:30pm • Volunteer Here
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Carrollton High School Trojan Band 