Summer Schedule

Attendance is Required at All Rehearsals

Come meet your bandmates and review marching, show music, and CHS band traditions at our Early Summer Band Camp!

If a member is absent from two (2) summer sessions, they will forfeit having a marching spot in the show. Our Show cost exceeds $50,000 to produce and requires your students to be in attendance for all scheduled rehearsals in order to get the best experience.

For all Summer rehearsals, wear black athletic shorts, SHOW SHIRT, sunglasses, sunscreen, running shoes, large insulated water jugs labeled with your name, flip folder ($5 to purchase), music, snacks, and your SACK LUNCH or money for local restaurants.

Weekly Schedule

Lunch hour each day from 11AM-1:30PM. Remember to bring a sack lunch or money for nearby restaurants.

Week of August 7 - August 11

Monday, 8/7 – 6:30PM-8:30PM: JERSEY DAY

- Outdoor Marching Rehearsal (Learning Drill)
  - Start in the Auditorium (Ensemble Block)
  - Move to the lot for Learning Drill

Tuesday, 8/8 – 8AM-8PM: Group Photo + PARENT SHOWCASE

- 8:00am-11:30am: Morning Block
  - Guard, Percussion, Full Band
- 11:30am-1:00pm: Lunch Break – BYO Lunch or $
- 1:00pm-2:00pm: Band Meeting in the Band Hall
  - (Leadership) letter to self*
- 2:00pm-4:00pm: Uniforms
  - Line up and Full Group Photo (Large Gym)
- 4:00pm-5:00pm: Open Band Hall for Practice
- 5:00pm-6:00pm: Dinner Break
- 6:00pm-7:15pm: Full Ensemble
  - Indoor (Auditorium or BH)
- 7:30pm: PARENT SHOWCASE
  - Grass Field *Parents can bring lawn blankets, chairs, umbrellas for shade
- Students wear designated uniform (BLACK shorts / RED TOPS)

Wednesday, 8/9 – 8AM-4PM: FREE DAY

- OPEN BAND HALL DAY

Thursday, 8/10 – 4PM-6:30PM: Marching

- First Day of School
- Full Ensemble Rehearsal (Band Lot)

Friday, 8/11

- Regular School Schedule / No Marching Rehearsal

REHEARSAL BREAKDOWN

Arrival / Drop Off: Drop off students at the North CHSBAND practice lot – parents can then exit by driving through and around the back side of CHS. If a parent would like to stay in their cars and wait they can do so in the student lot or faculty lot as long as there is an open space. Please be patient in the lot if we have a traffic build up, and please do NOT honk – as to not distract our students/ teachers. Students will need to have all their equipment/water with them at drop off and will NOT be entering the school unless they are approved by the directors based on instrument storage needs.
Stretch and Run (physical conditioning)
Marching Fundamentals
Sectionals (small groups) – Section Leader based
Warm-up Block / Music block
Learning Drill
Full Ensemble Block: guard, perc, band-cleaning drill
Dismissal & Pick-Up: When we finish rehearsals – students will participate in a BAND DISMISSAL and then can move towards their designated pick-up locations. Be flexible with students and plan to be available for your student so that they have time to travel or prepare for their next scheduled class or event.

Absence Request Form

*TBD - based on Teacher Staff Development

Summer Marching Band Guide

We finally have a starting document of technique and review of our marching style and an introduction to basics. Browse our MARCHING GUIDE to begin learning!

Heat Index / Outdoor Activities

Both Band and Athletics utilize data from the WBGT index. It takes into account the current temperature plus the heat index for its calculation. We have protocols in place to protect our students through the suggested tiers of hot weather.

Access to Restrooms

Some rehearsals may have limited use of restrooms due as we’ll have our band staff working with / instructing students. Students should utilize the restrooms closest to the auditorium.

WATER, WATER, WATER

Students will need to be conscious of dehydration. We are asking that all our students be conscious about drinking clear fluids the night before rehearsal, in the morning prior to attending, and throughout the band practice in order to avoid dehydration. A small plastic bottle of water WILL NOT BE ENOUGH. Plan ahead so your student maintains healthy hydration!

WHAT TO WEAR:

Comfortable Running Shoes/ no high tops
Athletic Shorts
Short Sleeve T-shirts
Hats
Sunglasses

WHAT TO BRING:

1-Gallon of Water or a Large Water Jug (iced). No sharing of water, snacks, or equipment. Drink plenty of water THE DAY BEFORE REHEARSAL.
Flip Folder – with music / Labeled with students NAME/instrument
Music – inside their flip folder
Lunch & Snacks
Instrument – any additional equipment needed

Music Catalog

We have compiled our music catalog online. You can print off anything you need and begin organizing your music for the fall!

Define: Wet Bulb Global Temperature

According to NOAA National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, “The Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) is a measure of the heat stress in direct sunlight, which takes into account: temperature, humidity, wind speed, sun angle, and cloud cover (solar radiation). This differs from the heat index, which considers temperature and humidity and is calculated for shady areas. This is a good element to monitor if you work or exercise in direct sunlight. Military agencies, OSHA, and many nations use the WBGT as a guide to managing workload in direct sunlight.”

Heat Guidelines

We use the Perry Weather App across the district to monitor weather conditions such as heat and adverse rain/lightning in order to plan and have action plans to support the safety of our students. Throughout the day we review the heat WBGT to determine water breaks and time to cool down as needed.

Students/athletes should be encouraged to drink plenty of fluids prior to and after workouts/games. This along with the availability of water during practices/games will reduce the chance of heat-related illnesses. The eating of proper meals should also be encouraged.

Gradual acclimatization of the student/athlete to hot/humid conditions is a must. Care should be given to ensure that the student/athlete who begins workouts/practices after the first week is not overlooked.

The Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD Athletic & Fine Arts Department uses Wet Bulb Global Temperature (We Do Not Use Heat Index/Temperature) and the recommended guidelines set by the Korey Stringer Institute to monitor heat for outdoor activities.

All Head Band and Drill Team Directors must have an active Perry Weather to receive alerts on the weather.

Definition of water breaks – rest for 5 min. & Plenty of water
It takes 10-14 days to acclimatize fully
Cold water should be available during practice
Allow water Ad Libitum for individuals
Pay additional attention to heavier and lighter-set students and students taking over-the-counter and prescription medication

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