Welcome Back!
Posted: July 27, 2026
Posted: July 27, 2026
Hello KMS Band Families!
Welcome back to a brand new school year. I hope you all had an enjoyable and relaxing summer break.
My name is Mr. A-T, and I am entering my 10th year as the band director at Kittredge Magnet School. In addition to teaching band, I lead three extracurricular gaming clubs at KMS (Pokemon Club, Dungeons & Dragons, and Esports).
By being in band, students will actively take on a great challenge and journey. One where their goal is to become better every day. This challenge will not take place over a single day, month, year, or even just their time at Kittredge. This challenge continues through middle school, high school, and beyond.
Focus on growth and personal improvement, competing with your past self.
Thank you for reading, and I look forward to this new year ahead!
Musically,
Mr. A-T
Here are the Band Materials and Equipment for the upcoming school year.
Here is a quick guide on how to use this document:
Check your student's grade level "Required Books/Materials" section.
There will be a new book for students to work on.
Most items your student should already have.
Check your student's "Instrument Specific Materials/Equipment" section.
Double check that your student has all of the "Basic Instrument Needs".
Suggested items are optional, but can enhance your child's playing experience.
These suggested instruments/accessories will last your student through High School Band and beyond!