ATTENDANCE

Concert Attendance

Attendance at all scheduled performances is required and is part of the grading criteria in band classes. This is a fundamental and integral part of your membership in the Legacy High School Band.  Concerts  are  a  public  demonstration  of  what  has  been  learned  in  band.  They are considered final exams for the class. Music is meant to be heard. Each performer in the ensemble is dependent on every band member being present to perform their specific and integral part.

If WE are to be successful, YOU must be there. Every member is a "starter" there are no "bench warmers" and no substitutions.

The only excused absences from a scheduled special rehearsal are:

1. You are ill the day of the rehearsal, and if school were in session you would be absent from school.

2. A family emergency occurs.

The only excused absences from a scheduled performance are:

1. You are ill the day of the rehearsal/performance, and are absent from school.

2. A family emergency occurs.

Always notify the director if you will be unable to attend. The band office has direct-answer 24 hour voicemail, (701) 323-4850 ext. 6305. You can also email the directors or complete the performance absence form below. Any other absence from a rehearsal or performance is unexcused. Failure to notify the band director in a timely manner of your absence is also unexcused.

STUDENT JOBS OR WORK CONFLICTS ARE ABSOLUTELY

NO EXCUSE FOR MISSING A REHEARSAL OR PERFORMANCE!!!

All absences from concerts, excused or unexcused, will require the student to complete a make-up assignment. Unexcused absences from concerts will negatively affect your grade in band, restrict your opportunity to earn a varsity letter in band, and may result in a meeting between, you, your parents, and the directors to discuss your continued participation in band. Use a planner to stay organized in managing your schedule and time.

Scheduling Conflict Resolution Policy

In the event of a conflict, communication is the key. Talk to your band director. WE support YOU. Every attempt will be made to be fair and understanding in the event of unusual circumstances. If a scheduling conflict should occur with a band event and another school event you are involved with, we will utilize the guidelines found below.

Situation #1 - Band practice and activity practice Action: Communicate with the adults in charge. Resolution: Split time with each 50/50.

Situation #2 - Band practice and activity game Action: Communicate with the adults in charge. Resolution: Attend activity game.

Situation #3 - Band performance and activity practice

Action: Communicate with the adults in charge.

Resolution: Attend band performance.  (This includes concerts and pep band events.)

Situation #4 - Band performance and activity game.

Action: Communicate with the adults in charge.

Resolution: Objectively determine where you believe you are most needed, and which situation will allow you to make the greatest contribution to your peers and do the "greatest good." We will respect whatever thoughtful decision you make. Make up assignments and how a student is graded for a missed performance will be based on the nature of said performance (curricular vs. co-curricular).

If you are going to be absent from a Performance, please click here.