• Let Mrs. Iken know approximately when you will be attending registration so she is ready.  kliken@gbaps.org 
• Come to door 8 (back of building near football field)
• Knock on door and wait for an answer
• Items will be brought to you at the door. You will not be able to come in and get them.

Fall Marching 2020, GBAPS

We understand that everyone wants answers about the future and wants everything to return to ‘life as we know it.’ But as we know very well with COVID, all plans change very quickly and we have to make adjustments. Just as the district’s priority is the health and safety of everyone, our first priority is keeping everyone safe. In order to do so, we have been having conversations with the district and there are a lot of questions with the playing of instruments and the aerosols they produce.  

The GBAPS Band Directors want to try to give you some insight as to our intentions so you can plan accordingly: 

• We will not be holding summer marching band camps for all GBAPS High Schools. 
• Individual directors will be contacting their students/families if they want to have a meeting prior to the start of the school year with administrative approval. 
• As for our fall marching season we are following an if/then plan according to what the district decides. Our plans are as follows:
• We will be strictly enforcing all social distancing recommendations (maintaining six foot distance) as well as face covering requirements (students will wear masks until they play their instrument)
• We will not be utilizing uniforms this school year. Individual directors will be in contact regarding performance attire.
• If school begins fully in person
• Our marching show will look different. We will perform music as a standstill on the field.  
• If school begins in a hybrid  model
• We will perform music as a standstill on the field.  Other aspects of performing at the games will be determined by the parameters set up for the event by administration. 
• Pre-game pep band may be possible
• If school begins virtually- we will not be performing for fall sports. We will still rehearse fall marching music in some fashion in fall (If you have creative ideas, let us know!) 

At this time, directors will share anticipated event calendars with the understanding that all events are subject to change.  

Please know that all of our plans are simply plans.  

We must remain flexible as we are still unsure how everything will actually play out. We are just as uncertain and unsure as all of you and wish we had answers. Know that we will make every effort to provide a performance opportunity for our students. All four high school band directors are committed to working together to make sure all of our students are provided the same opportunities.  

If you have any questions please reach out to your director.  

Stay safe and healthy,  

Sara Baye, Southwest HS                                       Karen Iken, East HS                                     Danielle Scherer, West HS                              Megan Sweeney, Preble HS