WEEK OF AUGUST 11, 2025

THIS WEEK:

MONDAY, AUGUST 11:  Color Guard and Percussion (indoors), 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 12:  Marching Band (outside), 3:45 - 5:45 p.m.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 14:  Marching Band (outside), 3:45 - 5:45 p.m.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 15:  FOOTBALL at Jefferson County; report 4:30 p.m.  Summer uniform

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16:  SCMS 6th Grade Band Fast Start, 8a - 1p (details below)

NEXT WEEK:

MONDAY, AUGUST 18:  Color Guard and Percussion (indoors), 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 19:  Marching Band (outside), 3:45 - 5:45 p.m.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 21:  Marching Band (outside), 3:45 - 5:45 p.m.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 22:  FOOTBALL (Home) vs. Vidalia; report 5:30 p.m.  Summer uniform

Want to add the BAND CALENDAR to the calendar on your phone?
Just click the "Add to Google Calendar" link at the bottom of the calendar.

MEMBER SHIRTS

Wind and Percussion players in the SCGMB must have an Under Armour SCGMB MEMBER shirt.  The shirt we have used in the past is now unavailable, so in order to match, everyone needs a new shirt, including veterans.  The light gray shirts are officially retired, and the new shirts have been ordered.  If you already ordered a new shirt, you are all set; if not, please bring $30 (payable to SCHS) ($32 for 2XL and larger).

IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO ORDER PICTURES!

It's not too late to order band pictures.  You have two options:

1. Fill out the order form, put the form and your payment in an envelope, and bring it to Mr. Carter by Friday.  You must either write a check (payable to Prestige Digital Imaging) or bring the exact amount in cash; no change can be given.  This option includes free shipping.

2. Order online:  https://www.pdiportraits.com/Music-Packages_c_41.html.  Enter the coupon code 073125 for FREE SHIPPING when you order.  All orders will be shipped to the school UNLESS you pay the $6 shipping fee ONLINE.
   
   

SCMS FAST START - HELP NEEDED

Fast Start is this Saturday, August 16th.  We need some upperclassmen to help the 6th graders learn how to assemble and hold their instrument.  You get free pizza if you come and HELP.  Let Mr. Carter know if you want to volunteer.

HEY PARENTS:  WE NEED CHAPERONES!

We need chaperones for our away games and for our competitions later this season.  Chaperones must ride the bus when we travel.  Chaperones sit near the band at the games and keep an eye on things during the 3rd quarter break.  You might be asked to help carry some equipment as well, but you'll get into the game for free!

To chaperone, you MUST:

1. Have a valid background check, no more than 5 years ago, completed by the Screven County Sheriff's Office.

2. Complete the online Mandated Reporter training.  This must be done EVERY YEAR, so even if you did it last year, you must do it again.  

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS on our Chaperones page.

Please email Mr. Carter OR text the Band Hotline when you have completed these steps.  Thank you in advance!

[NOTE:  If you signed up to chaperone for Carolina Band Day and you do not complete these steps, YOU CANNOT TRAVEL WITH US, and refunds will NOT be available.]

HEY PARENTS:  WE NEED EQUIPMENT CREW!

Coach Lou Burroughs is looking for 2-3 reliable adults to join the EQUIPMENT CREW.  The equipment crew helps to unload the trailer for each performance, helps the students with the equipment, deals with the drum major podium, and helps load the truck after the performance.  Equipment Crew members are NOT required to ride the bus.  You will get into the game for free.

To serve on the Equipment Crew, you MUST:

1. Be available for most, if not all, games and competitions.

2. Have a valid background check, no more than 5 years ago, completed by the Screven County Sheriff's Office.

3. Complete the online Mandated Reporter training.  This must be done EVERY YEAR, so even if you did it last year, you must do it again.  

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS on our Chaperones page.

Please email Mr. Carter OR text the Band Hotline when you have completed these steps.  Thank you in advance!

CAROLINA BAND DAY - SEPT. 6

Click here for music and color guard choreography.
Please, please, PLEASE learn this music BEFORE September 6th!
 

BE READY FOR AFTER-SCHOOL REHEARSALS

Remember, denim is not allowed at rehearsal, and you must have the right shoes.  Make sure you stay hydrated throughout the day so you will be ready for the heat after school.

MARCHING BAND COMPETITIONS

We will compete twice this season:

• Saturday, September 27th:  "Band Blast" at Southeast Bulloch HS.

• Saturday, October 25th:  East Georgia Marching Band Championships at Statesboro HS.

Competition days are an all-day affair, so please plan accordingly.
 

WE CAN NOW ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS ONLINE!

You can pay ANY SCHS Band fee online with your debit or credit card using this link:
https://osp.osmsinc.com/p/GG052-VAR4

If you ordered supplies but did not pay for them yet, please get that taken care of soon!

Need help?  Click here for detailed instructions on how to pay online. 

HOW DO I CONTACT MR. CARTER?

• Call or text the Band Hotline:  (912) 549-0262.

• Email:  hank.carter@screven.k12.ga.us

Ways to NOT attempt to contact Mr. Carter:  FB or Insta DM, tell a friend*, smoke signals, tell Ms. O, text someone else who lives at my house, carrier pigeon, ESP.  Just text the hotline.

*The words, "Tell Mr. Carter" should never be the first words in a text to your friend.  Just text the hotline.

BAND CALENDAR

Have you found the online band calendar yet?  You can view it on your computer, sync it to your phone or tablet, or even print it!  

Step 1:  Get on your computer, then click here:  https://goo.gl/QMZ7V4 OR scroll up to the calendar above.

Step 2:  Click the +Google Calendar icon in the bottom-right corner.  You will have to create a Google account if you don’t already have one.

      OR

If you use iCal on your iPhone or other Apple device, use this link:  https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/scss.screven.k12.ga.us_vjbgemi8c4dkkuovhf85se1s50%40group.calendar.google.com/public/basic.ics 

COMING UP

• Band Blast @ SEB:  Saturday, September 27 (all day)

• East Georgia Marching Championships @ Statesboro HS:  October 25 (all day)
  
  

STAY CONNECTED

• BAND HOTLINE (call or text):  (912) 549-0262

• Remind – Use the Remind app, or text the code to 81010:

- Marching Band:  @gamecockmb

• BAND CALENDAR:  https://goo.gl/QMZ7V4

• Mr. Carter’s email is hank.carter@screven.k12.ga.us 

• Be sure to follow our official Instagram: @screvencountyband