These are the materials for which each marching member is individually responsible.

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• Meals schedule for summer 2021 TBA.  Students will be responsible for several meals.

 

• Annual, one-time $50 band fee – due by August 31 (end of 2nd week of school).

  • This fee helps us cover costs such as band camp meals, t-shirts, competition entry fees, equipment purchases, etc.

  • NO students will be excluded from band due to financial hardship.

  • If you have questions or concerns about the marching band fee, please see the Band Staff.  All financial conversations are kept confidential. 

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• Forms

  • Please visit our website for all current forms.  To go directly to that page, click here: forms.  These were distributed in May 2021.  Password to access page: band. 

  • A current medical form must be on file during band camp! 

 

• For all events you should bring:

  • Tennis shoes

    • No sandals, boots, bare feet, etc. will be allowed on the practice field.  You must have sneakers for support and safety!

  • Hat/sunglasses

  • Sunscreen

  • Water bottle

  • Instrument

    • School instruments will be assigned on the first day.  If you wish to check your instrument out early to begin practicing, come by during band office hours!

  • Flip folder/lyre (available from Star City Music)

 

• For football games/performances starting August 15, you will need:

  • Black marching shoes

    • Available brand new from Star City Music (~$35).

    • Certain sizes and gently used available in first come, first served from WFHS Band Boosters ($10).

    • Shoes are a one-time purchase and can be used throughout high school (depending on size changes of the individual).

  • Black socks

    • Mid-calf length (no ankle socks or no-shows!)

    • These must cover the space between the end of the uniform pants and the marching shoe.

  • White gloves

    • Available from Star City Music (~$3).

    • We recommend buying 2 or 3 pairs (1 for football games and 1 for competitions)

    • These can be used throughout high school if kept clean and in good condition.

    • Percussionists do not need to purchase gloves.

  • Khaki shorts/pants

    • For informal performances (middle school tour, benefit games, pep rallies, basketball pep band, etc.) we wear the band t-shirt, tennis shoes, and khaki shorts or pants.