IMPORTANT DATES, DOCUMENTS AND FORMS
IMPORTANT DATES, DOCUMENTS AND FORMS
Band Handbook 23-24 AMS.docxAnkeney Band Handbook - Due to the nature of a band class, there is a fair amount of information that is unique to our class as opposed to a normal math or reading class. Please take a moment to review our band handbook to ensure you and your child understand our policies, procedures, etc.
AMSHandbookSignatureForm.docxAMS Handbook Signature Form - On the first day of school, your student will receive a copy of this form. It should be signed and returned to school by FRIDAY, AUGUST 25TH - This counts as their first grade and should be an easy A :-)
IMPORTANT DATES (updated for 2023-2024 school year)
Below is a list of important dates for the school year. Required events are indicated with an asterisk (*). Per the band handbook, concerts/performances are a REQUIRED part of a student's grade in band and attendance is required. Please add these dates to your calendar now so you can avoid schedule conflicts.
There are a few events that are optional (e.g. rental meetings, solo and ensemble) although students are highly encouraged to participate. Additionally, this calendar does not include events for extra-curricular ensembles such as jazz band or percussion ensemble but they will be added as we schedule them.
AUGUST
17th - 7th and 8th Grade First Day with Instruments
SEPTEMBER
7th – Beginning Band/Instrument Rental Meetings for 6th grade parents - 6 PM in the AMS New Gym
*8th - 8th Grade Band Night with the BHS Band (8th grade only) - after school until approx. 7 PM at BHS
14th - 6th Grade First Day with Instruments
NOVEMBER
*2nd – 6th grade band concert at the BHS Auditorium – 7 PM (report by 6:30)
*7th – 7th & 8th grade band concert at the BHS Auditorium – 8:00 PM (report by 7:30 PM)
FEBRUARY
*20th – 6th grade & jazz band concert at the BHS Auditorium – 6:30 PM (report by 6)
*20th – 7th & 8th grade band concert at the BHS Auditorium – 8:00 PM (report by 7:30)
11th, 17th & 18th – OMEA Honor Band for select 7th & 8th grade students
MAY
*10th or 11th – OMEA Adjudicated Event at BHS (8th grade ONLY)
*13th – 6th grade & jazz band concert at the BHS Auditorium – 6:30 PM (report by 6)
*13th – 7th & 8th grade band concert at the BHS Auditorium – 8:00 PM (report by 7:30)
*17th - Mini Band Camp (8th grade only) after school from approx. 8:00pm
TBD Dates - King's Island Trip (this will be towards the end of the school year. Exact dates and times will be announced later in the year.)