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A.
Marching Band
Marching Band begins with Summer Band and continues until the
end of football season, or until the band completes the final Marching
Band performance of the year. Rehearsals during the curricular year are
held after school three or four days a week with extra practices
scheduled by directors. All students audition using prescribed music,
sight reading, scales and marching fundamentals. Some students in each
section are selected as shadows (they share a spot in the drill with
another member). In all cases the director determines placement.
Members with an unexcused absence from any rehearsal or performance may
lose placement status and become alternates for the remainder of
marching season. Failure to meet play‑off deadlines, or failure to
meet daily requirements may result in probation or suspension.
Activities include performances in the stands and on the
field at football games, pep rallies, parades, and contests. ALL members
attend ALL functions, which include the following:
a. Summer Band
Rehearsals, scheduled before school begins
b. Sectionals and
rehearsals as scheduled
c. All football games
(includes playing in the stands)
d. Community parades
e. UIL and invitational
marching contests
f. Any other performance required by the director
B. Concert Bands
Preparation for concert season is ongoing. Concert season
begins at the conclusion of marching season and continues through
graduation. Students wishing to be members of the top-performing band
must attend Region Band try outs. Students are divided into four
bands based on an audition composed of technique etudes and scales. All
students are encouraged to attend UIL Solo & Ensemble contest. The UIL
Solo and Ensemble Contest is required for Wind Ensemble and Symphonic
Band members. Sectional rehearsal attendance is necessary as scheduled.
All students must pass all subjects and maintain a good attitude to keep
a position in any band. Students who fail to attend two rehearsals
or one performance may be placed in a lower band.
Activities include:
If all bands do not require the activity then the following symbols
denote band(s) for which the event is required. (WE = Wind Ensemble, SB
= Symphonic Band, CB = Concert Band, JV = JV Band)
All
Concerts THS
Graduation Ceremony
Region Band
(WE) Holiday Parade
Fine Arts
Festival Master
Classes
UIL Solo and Ensemble
(WE & SB) Any other school sanctioned
performances
UIL Concert and
Sightreading Contest Night of Percussion
(percussion only)
9th Grade
Region Band (WE & SB)
C. Seating and
Placement
At various times, students will play for the director so that
grades and/or placement by section may be determined. Material for these
hearings may include scales, contest music, All‑State tryout music,
solo & ensemble material, etudes, music in the folder, sight‑reading
literature and/or music selected by the director. Challenging of
students from a particular band can take place up to two weeks after the
chair placement test at the discretion of the director.
In all bands, grading
is based on attendance, preparedness for class, daily effort, playing
and written tests or projects, progress, neatness and a courteous and
cooperative attitude.
A. Daily Grades
(30% of period grade)
I. Attitude:
Each student is expected to be punctual, attentive, courteous and
cooperative with
staff
members and other students at all times.
2. Neatness:
Each student is expected to keep his or her rehearsal area/instrument
slot clean
and
well‑ordered (as per instructions). Only Band related items are to be
stored in slots.
Each
student is expected to treat the fine arts facility with respect and
to follow all rules
governing
its use. There will be no open food or drinks in the band hall.
3. Instruments
and all accessories each day (beginning with a sharpened pencil!):
Woodwinds:
Reeds, Cork Grease, Cleaning Equipment.
Brass:
Mutes, Valve/Slide Oil, Cleaning Equipment.
Percussion:
Correct Instruments,
Mallets/Sticks/Supplies.
3a. Outdoor
Marching practices (during marching season):
Bring a
labeled WATER JUG full of water (no carbonated beverages)
Do NOT
share your water jug
Wear light
colored shirt, shorts and shoes with good arch support (no sandals!)
Please
refer to the Tomball High School Band Heat Policy
(Section IV – H)
Coordinate
charts, chalk as instructed
Sun block,
lip balm, hat, and sunglasses
Music
binder or flip folder and lyre
4. All
music and
supplies necessary to rehearsal each day: Daily Studies and Music in
Rehearsal Order,
Sharpened pencil with eraser each day.
B. Major Grades
(70%
of period grade)
1. Playing
Tests (chair tests, band placement tests)
2.
Performances (All concerts and required competitions)
If a student is unable to attend a
performance or competition they will earn their grade with either a
performance for the directors or a alternate assignment.
Since performances are
part of the curriculum for the band these two options will not receive
full credit.
Students will be asked
to play individually for directors each grading period.
Material for these
hearings may include scales, contest music, All‑State tryout music,
solo & ensemble material, etudes, music in the folder, sight‑reading
literature and/or music selected by the director.
Any student may be
dismissed from the band or suspended from band activities because of a
poor or defiant attitude, lack of preparedness, failure to cooperate or
participate, refusal to conform to rules and regulations (sections IV
and V), or consistent misconduct. In any instance where school or
community rules are violated the dismissal or suspension from band may
be in addition to school or community consequences. Cases will be
handled on an individual basis.
A note dismissing the
student must be signed by the band director before a schedule will be
changed. This is to assure that all items have been returned to the band
department: All items must be returned and debts
cleared before
a students grades will be released.'
TCP’s policy on
ineligible officers is as follows:
If an officer becomes ineligible at ANYTIME during the school year they
will placed on a probationary status for one grading period (6 weeks).
Upon completion of that grading cycle if the student officer is still
ineligible they forfeit their office and are excluded from holding
another office for the remainder of their band career. If the student
regains eligibility they continue as an officer of TCP. Upon a second
offense they will forfeit their office and are excluded from holding
another office for the remainder of their band career.
A. Attendance,
Punctuality and Truancy
ALL
band members are expected to attend ALL
rehearsals and performances. Whenever a student is forced to be absent
from or late to an after‑school practice or event the student and parent
are expected to make EVERY EFFORT to contact a director ahead of time
(357‑3220 x503, x505, x504).
Any absence will be
classified as excused or unexcused. An absence may be excused if the
student misses for extreme illness, another school function (worked out
in advance with the director) or a family emergency which is severe in
the judgment of the director. Excused absences must be approved by a
director in advance whenever possible. Failure to do this will cause
the absence to be unexcused. IN ALL CASES THE DIRECTOR WILL MAKE THE
FINAL JUDGMENT.
Any student who has
any unexcused absences or any unexcused tardies may forfeit any
position of leadership or honor with the band, lose his or her position
in the marching band, be transferred to a lower band or non‑performance
group or be dismissed from the band program. Remember, "To be early
is to be on time, to be on time is to be late, to be late is to be late
is to be left out."
Any student who is
truant (deliberately misses a practice without reason) may lose his
or her position in the marching band, be transferred to a lower band or
non‑performance group in concert season or be dismissed from the band
program.
B. Conduct (in a
band setting)
Band members must be
prompt, courteous and cooperative at all times. Band members must
exhibit good discipline and attention throughout rehearsal. Disturbance
by any band member in rehearsal shows lack of respect to the band.
Students who repeatedly disturb or distract may be placed on alternate
status, moved to a lower band or dismissed from the band program.
Students are to
respect themselves, their peers, officers (no matter their
relationship), directors, and other authoritative figures at all times,
no exceptions. Band is a team effort, thus acting as a singular unit.
There cannot be any weak links.
1. General
Misconduct (Being put "On Report")
All students are
expected to exhibit model conduct at rehearsals and during functions.
Distracting behavior, talking out of turn or general inattention may
result in a band member being put "On Report."
Students "On Report"
may not troop the stands on the next home game and they must help clean
the stands after the upcoming game. Other consequences may also take
place.
Examples of general
misconduct: Talking out of
turn, failure to stand at attention or check, chewing gum and eating
when in the fine arts wing or participating in any activity with the
band, playing instrument out of turn, disruptions (running, yelling,
etc.), or any other distracting behavior which detracts from a positive,
focused atmosphere.
General misconduct
will result in a lowered Conduct grade and possible suspension from the
organization . Continued general misconduct will be categorized as
severe misconduct.
2. Severe Misconduct
If misconduct is
serious in nature the offender will be subject to disciplinary action by
the director and/or the school. In any instance where school or
community rules are violated the dismissal or suspension from band may
be in addition to school or community consequences. Cases will he
handled on an individual basis.
Examples of severe
misconduct: Defiance, physical
aggression, stealing, threats, derision of the band, failure to
cooperate or other behavior which is harmful to the well‑being of the
program.
C. Conduct (in
general)
Because of the many
contacts a TCP member makes in public, he or she must act as a goodwill
ambassador for Tomball High School. It is expected that each student act
like a lady or gentleman at all times.
Students who are
written up for a major school offense by any teacher or convicted of a
misdemeanor or criminal offense at any time may forfeit any position of
leadership or honor with the band, lose his or her position in the
marching band, be transferred to a lower band or non‑performance group
or be dismissed from the band program. In any instance where school or
community rules are violated the dismissal or suspension from band may
be in addition to school or community consequences. Cases will be
handled on an individual basis.
Any student who
violates rules set forth by the school or community while representing
the band may forfeit any position of leadership or honor with the band,
lose his or her position in the marching band, be transferred to a lower
band or non‑performance group or be dismissed from the band program. In
any instance where school or community rules are violated the dismissal
or suspension from band may be in addition to school or community
consequences. Cases will be handled on an individual basis.
Examples of General
Conduct violations include, but are not limited to, the following:
Vandalism, malicious
mischief, or immorality. The use of tobacco in any form. The use of
alcoholic beverages under any circumstances. Possession, use,
transmission or being under the influence of any illegal drug.
A. Rehearsal Rules
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No student food,
drink, or gum in the fine arts area at any time. Treat the area with
respect and keep it clean
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No disruptive
behavior at any time. When the director stops the band it is not a
time for talking or discussion
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Get a drink of
water and go to the bathroom before rehearsal begins.
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Check your
instrument before rehearsal and get it fixed at that time.
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Get necessary
supplies (reed, valve oil, sticks, mute, etc.) before rehearsal
begins.
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Get all notes
signed before rehearsal or wait until after rehearsal.
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BE IN YOUR PLACE
WITH INSTRUMENT AND EVERYTHING YOU NEED, MUSIC, PENCIL GOOD REED,
MUTE, ALL MALLETS ETC, AT THE SCHEDULED REHEARSAL TIME.
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Do not get up from
your chair or move away from your area for any reason after
rehearsal begins unless it is an emergency and you have asked for,
and received, permission.
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Do not talk
during rehearsal, except to ask the director about the music or
about instructions you have been given
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Most importantly.
give the director your total attention at all times.
B. Instrument and
Music Inspection
Inspection will be
held prior to all performances and any other time deemed appropriate by
the director. During inspection you will stand at attention until given
the at‑ease command. Remain quiet unless required to respond to a
question from an inspecting officer.
I . Woodwind
Instruments: No lipstick on reeds, extra working reeds, instruments
clean and free of dust or dirt under the keys. Lacquered and silver
horns must be shiny and free of fingerprints and dirt. No lipstick or
gross deposits inside mouthpiece.
Brass Instruments:
Check valves and slides, make sure all work freely. Instrument should be
clean, steins round and horn spotless. No lipstick or gross deposits
inside mouthpiece.
Percussion
Instruments: Drum heads clean
with no rips, drum shells and chrome clean and polished. Harnesses
should be clean and taped with all bolts tight. Cymbals should be
polished, all pit equipment in good repair with bolts and screws tight,
keyboard instruments and cymbals polished or oiled and drums polished.
All sticks and mallets should be in good repair and taped properly.
2. Music Folder and
Lyre (all winds) or Music Binder (percussion): Must be presented during
inspection. Each folder or binder must have owner's name clearly
marked on it (Exception: Flutes may not have lyres, but must have
flip folder in the stands). Music must he in correct order. All wind
players must have white gloves.
INSPECTION IS A
SERIOUS PART OF OUR ACTIVITIES AND WILL BE CARRIED ON IN A BUSINESS‑LIKE
MANNER. A BAND MEMBER FAILING TO PASS INSPECTION MAY NOT BE ALLOWED TO
MARCH INTO THE STADIUM WITH THE BAND. ADDITIONALLY, THAT MEMBER MAY LOSE
HIS/HER POSITION IN THE DRILL AND BECOME AN ALTERNATE.
CONTINUED FAILURE TO
PASS INSPECTION WILL RESULT IN COMPLETE LOSS OF POSITION IN MARCHING
BAND AND POSSIBLE EJECTION.
C1. Uniform
Inspection
The band uniform began
as a traditional military uniform. Like the American flag and other
patriotic symbols, it
will be treated with respect at all times. The uniform is to be either
on or
off. It is never worn
halfway: The jacket should be zipped with collar buttoned. Carry the
shako (hat) upright over your hand; not swinging from its strap like a
bucket.
1. SHAKO: The shako
(hat) should be worn straight on top of the head. It should be kept
clean and in good repair. All fingerprints should be wiped off the brim
with a damp cloth prior to inspection. When off the head, it should be
carried over the fist, dress‑style, or cradled inside the bend of the
left elbow.
1a. BERET: The Tuba
section should wear the beret straight on the head front to back, and
dipped
slightly to one side, uniform throughout both sections. It should be
kept unwrinkled and free of
lint
and other debris
2. JACKET: The jacket
should be worn completely zipped and fastened at all times in public
(this includes hook on collar). Exception: In extremely hot weather you
may be INSTRUCTED to unzip the jacket when in the stands.
3. BALDRIC: The
appropriate baldric should be worn from right shoulder to left hip.
4. PANTS: Pants
should be worn slightly above the waist. They must be clean and neatly
pressed (they must NOT be wrinkled). The pants should be long enough to
touch the shoes without breaking the crease. When altering length, DO
NOT CUT material: Fold excess material up and include it in the hem. If
there is too much to do this, get another pair of pants.
5. SHOES: Shoes must
be plain‑toed, all‑white leather (worn with white pants) ‑ or all‑black
leather (worn with black pants). You will purchase them through the
band. They must he kept clean and spotless. Solid white socks are to be
worn with white shoes, solid black to be worn with black shoes. Make
every effort to shine your shoes ‑ there should be no excess polish on
the shoes that will rub off on the uniform.
6. GLOVES: Gloves
should be white, unsoiled and not torn. When not wearing gloves, store
them in a pocket or horn case where they will not get stepped on or
lost. Woodwind players must have glove fingertips cut off.
7. UNDERNEATH: Shorts
and Cougar Pride theme shirt or TCP Band Shirt should be worn underneath
the uniform to facilitate speedy dressing and comfort during bus rides.
8. GUARD: The Color
Guard will be in dressed uniformly at all times during the game. Members
of the guard will wear their uniforms in a manner dictated by the Color
Guard Captain and will follow the same protocol as the rest of the band
with regard to other aspects of dress.
9. PERSONAL GROOMING:
All students will conform to standards set forth in the Tomball High
School Dress Code. In addition, no jewelry is to be worn except
for senior rings worn by seniors. Long hair must be put up into hats so
that it does not lay over the back of the uniform. No nail polish
may be worn. Girls should not wear excessive make‑up. The night of
homecoming mums & garters may be worn into the stadium, but must be
removed for halftime.
C2. Uniform Care
Care is taken to be
sure that you are issued proper equipment and uniforms that fit as well
as possible. If you have a problem with your uniform, check with one of
the uniform officers. Take care of any problems well ahead of the
performance.
The uniform is to be
treated with respect at all times. After a performance it is easy to
dismiss proper treatment of the uniform because you're exhausted. Please
do your best to take an extra few moments with the care you give your
uniform.
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HANG IT UP:
Never allow your uniform to lay on the ground. It should be neatly
hung on a plastic hangar inside the bag, with shoes in their pouch
and shako in its box. Failure to keep your uniform off of the ground
will be met with severe consequences.
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KEEP IT COVERED:
At all times, unless dressing or undressing, you should keep your
uniform covered, either with a TCP uniform bag, a bag
provided from home or, at the very least, some type of garbage bag
or cleaner's bag.
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TURN IN AT
SCHOOL: You are responsible for turning your uniform in after
performances (Jacket, Pants, Baldric)
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TAKE IT HOME:
Take home your shako/beret, shoes, gloves, socks. Be sure they are
ready for the next performance.
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AIR IT OUT:
Following any function at which the uniform is used (when the
uniform does not stay at the school for cleaning) you must take it
home and hang it up in a dry, well‑ventilated area to avoid mold,
mildew or rot. FAILURE TO DO THIS COULD RUIN THE UNIFORM. Once the
uniform is dry and smells acceptable, replace it in a clean bag.
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MAINTENANCE: You
must keep your hat clean, your jacket spotless, your pants pressed,
shoes polished, and gloves white for the duration of the year.
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BEFORE THE NEXT
FUNCTION: Take out your uniform and make sure it is complete. Check
for loose buttons, snaps or hooks and make sure the zippers work‑ If
you have any uniform problems, contact a uniform officer WELL BEFORE
the next event!
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USE: The Cougar
Pride Uniform is to be used exclusively for TCP functions. At no
other time are you ta wear the uniform or make any other use of it.
Exceptions: With permission of the director, you may wear the
uniform for pictures or other special functions
D.
Transportation To and From Band Functions
On band trips, all
band members ride to and from the destination on designated
buses. Students
may not change buses
on the return trip. There are two exceptions to these rules.
I. A band member
may be released to a parent only after the band has finished.
a. Parent must
notify the band director of plans prior to the trip.
b. Band member
must travel with the band to the original destination.
c. Parent must
come to the director personally to pick up the student.
Any other
arrangements must be made through school administrators and band
directors must be notified by the administrator in writing of
these arrangements before the trip.
2.
In case of
emergency, the director may approve other means of transportation. All
parents must sign an Emergency Medical and Release Form before students
make any trip with the band.
E.
Bus Trip Rules
Making trips as a part
of the Tomball Cougar Pride is a privilege granted to you and carries
with it certain responsibilities on your part. You will be expected and
required to sit quietly on the bus as you load, ride and unload and to
conduct yourself in a proper manner at all times. The following rules
suggest the expectations of the directors and administration:
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Always
show proper respect and cooperation to all adult supervisors,
chaperones, and bus drivers.
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Be
quiet any time roll is taken and instructions are given
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Remain
seated whenever the bus is in motion. Do not move from your seat
until instructed to do so.
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No
movement in aisles except for loading and unloading of bus.
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Do not
use the back door of the bus for entry or exit unless there is an
emergency (wreck, etc).
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No
changing of buses. Student must return on same bus
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Do not
put anything out of the window: Keep your hands, etc. inside the bus
at all times
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No
Public Display of Affection (PDA).
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Conversations must be kept at a moderate voice level. Adults
determine what is "too loud."
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Avoid
sudden bursts of high‑pitched laughter
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Never
throw anything.
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Never
play your instrument or make noise with any part of it on the bus.
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Snacks
may be taken on the bus as long as this privilege is not abused.
An unclean bus will result in suspension of food and drink
privileges
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Portable stereos may be used ONLY WITH HEADPHONES.
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File
off the buses in an orderly manner. Do not crowd or push. Do not
leave the buses until a band director instructs you to do so.
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After
return to Tomball make sure your instrument is put up and band hall
is in order.
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Always
use good judgment (common sense) to decide what is proper. When
in doubt ‑ don't do it!
F. Football Game
Rules
The appearance (at ALL
TIMES, not just on the field) that the band makes at football games is
very important. Make the band's contribution to the game an outstanding
one. Many people from outside of Tomball will see our group and the
impression they receive has a great deal to do with the building of
spirit and reputation of the band. The Cougar Pride, our Student Body,
the Drill Team, and the Cheerleaders reflect the image of Tomball High
School. Let's make that image a powerful, favorable one. At the
half‑time, remember your presence, relaxation, and balance: Roll your
feet, play your part, and DRIVE!
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EACH PERSON is
responsible for his or her equipment AT ALL TIMES.
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Get into your
uniform, retrieve your equipment and form the attendance block after
stepping off the bus.
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Get into your
place in the stands as quickly as possible. Bring NOTHING into the
stands besides your uniform, music, shako box and instrument.
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BE PROPERLY
UNIFORMED AT ALL TIMES. Do not make adjustments to your uniform. Do
not wear anything in addition to your uniform (including headgear,
etc.).
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Sit in
your assigned seat and DO NOT MOVE AROUND during the game.
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The band
is always on stage and you must always uphold the reputation of the
TCP as a group: Do not draw attention to yourself by signaling or
calling to friends. Never lean or throw anything over the side.
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No 'noodling or
pecking' (blowing on instruments or drumming) at any time the band
is not playing as a group. The percussion section is to play only
with the full band, or as a section with cadences and grooves.
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Do not take
unauthorized refreshments during the game. After the half‑time show
refreshments may (or may not) be authorized. NO EATING WHATSOEVER is
allowed in uniform.
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No one but BAND
PERSONNEL allowed in the band section. Graduated band students or
special visitors are sometimes exceptions but only with SPECIAL
PERMISSION from a director.
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ALWAYS be prepared
to play. Watch whomever is directing at all times when they are
standing in front of the band. Get music up rapidly when it's
called. Watch for cutoffs in the music since the band might stop
when play resumes on the field.
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File in an orderly
manner from the stands to the formation before the half‑time show.
DO NOT PLAY YOUR INSTRUMENTS. If it is cold, blow air through your
horn to warm it up. GET QUICKLY INTO FORMATION AND ASSUME PARADE
REST so that our entrance onto the field can be made as soon as
halftime begins.
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Cheer
with the cheerleaders but avoid 'clique cheering.' Treat visitors
and other directors and guests politely at all times. Stay with the
group: No student will be permitted to run out onto the field after
the game to greet players or any other silly thing.
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When
using the restroom go in pairs. Obey bathroom pass rules. Go
directly to and from the bathroom.
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USE COMMON SENSE
G:
Tomball High School Marching Band Alternate Policy
The following guidelines have been
created to give the members of the Tomball High School Band information
on set marching positions and alternate positions. Due to the
difficulty of learning to perform our marching band show, we try to set
each marching position as soon as possible. Students who meet all of
the requirements stated here and other requirements of the band, school
and state for this activity can almost be assured of a marching spot.
Marching band
is an activity that requires you to learn your part at school. You can
not learn your part of the drill for the show at home. Along with
learning the drill we must also set balance and visual staging designs.
Due to these factors we have created the following guidelines for
students that cannot be at all rehearsals. We hope that all students
will be included but sometimes due to unforeseen circumstance, problems
arise. The following information will help you understand your position
in the marching band and your responsibilities.
It would be great to be able to march
everyone all the time, but this is not always possible. At the present
time it takes over 200 hours to chart the contest drill. To teach even
a minor change of adding in or taking out one person would take up to
35-45 hours of teaching time for the entire group to re-learn the show.
This would be about 4-5 weeks of steady instruction on just re-teaching
the new material. As you can see, once we start instruction there is
very little room for changes. If you have any questions, please see one
of the Directors.
All alternate status
decisions are made by the director.
POSSIBLE-REASONS FOR
NOT HAVING A PERMANENT MARCHING BAND POSITION:
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Freshman
that do not attend freshmen camp
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Any band
student not attending Summer Band Camp or missing part of Summer
Band Camp.
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A
student missing a regular rehearsal or sectional during the school
year (see Attendance guidelines). There is a difference made
between an excused absence and an unexcused absence but both are
still counted as an absence
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One of
the directors will have final say about whether a student can march
or not due to missing without putting someone in your position
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Sometimes it is also necessary to remove students that do not have
the maturity to discipline themselves to maintain the schedule and
guidelines of the THS Band. When this is a problem, the directors
will make the decision whether to include or exclude the student.
H. Tomball
High School Band Heat Policy
We will
instruct the students to increase their water intake and decrease and/or
eliminate their intake of carbonated drinks and those containing
caffeine. The students are instructed to wear light, comfortable
clothes, preferably a white T-shirt and shorts. No jeans or black
colored clothing will be allowed. We will instruct the students to wear
caps, sunglasses, sunscreen, and appropriate footwear. No sandals or
similar footwear will be allowed. Students should wear an athletic-type
shoe with white socks.
All
students will have an individual plastic water bottle. The THS Band
HALL has an ice machine available to the students. The Band Boosters
provide a “Gatorade” break during our summer band outside rehearsals in
addition to the numerous water breaks given by the staff. We inform the
students to immediately take a break on their own if they feel a least
bit “too hot”. They are to get their water and move to a shaded area
and “cool down”. The student will be monitored to see if any further
assistance is needed in rehearsal. Then the student will then abstain
from any further physical activity for the remainder of the rehearsal.
If the student did not improve quickly, we would make every effort
possible to contact the parent to pick up from the practice area.
I. Instrument
Lockers
All
students are provided their own instrument locker. Students are
provided a combination lock at the beginning of the school year.
Personal locks are prohibited. If the student loses or damages the
lock they must pay the school $5.00 for a replacement. No student
is to share a locker or combination with any other student.
J. Spring Trip Participation
All students must be eligible to
participate in the annual Spring Trip. TCP’s Spring trip is a No
Pass/No Participate activity. Ineligible students during the grading
period that the Spring Trip falls under lose all monies that have been
contributed to the trip.
Band: To qualify for a
Jacket before your senior year you must earn 18 points. Band
Members who are seniors and have been involved in performing THS
Bands for all 3 previous years may be awarded a Jacket at the end of
their first semester as a senior.
I. UIL
Region Marching
Contest
1 point
Area Marching
Contest
1 point
State Marching
Contest
1 point
Region Concert & Sight-reading Contest
1 point
4 points maximum in 1 year.
II. TMEA
All‑Region level (Orch or
Band) 1
points
All‑Region Orch AND
Band
2 points
All‑Area level (Orch, Band or
both)
3 points
All‑State 18
points
not cumulative, 18 pts maximum in 1
yr
III. UIL Solo &
Ensemble Contest
Region
(Class I and 11)
1 st Division for
Class I Ensemble 1 point
(more possible at state)
1 st Division for
Class I I Solo 1 point
(does not advance to state)
1 st
Division for Class I
Solo 2 points (more
possible at state)
5 points
maximum at Region
State (Class 1)
1st Division for Class I Ensemble, State
1 point
2nd Division for Class I Solo,
State 1 point
1st Division for Class I Solo,
State 2 points
5 points maximum at State
10 points maximum per
year
IV. THS
Member of 1st Band through Con
Season 1 point
Member of Jazz Band w/ perfect attendance
1 point
Service
Duty
1 point
(maximum of 4
service points per year)
Guard: To qualify for
a Jacket before your senior year you must earn 9 points. Members
who are seniors and have been Involved In performing THS Bands for at
least 2 years may be awarded a Jacket at the end of their first
semester as a senior.
.I. UIL
Region Marching Contest 1 point
Area Marching
Contest 1 point
State Marching
Contest 1 point
3 points maximum In one year.
II.
Winter Guard
TCGC Winter Guard Contest 1 point
WGI
Regional 1
point
WGI
Nationals 1
point
WGI
Nationals Finalist 1 point
3 points maximum In one year
UIL Points:
To earn points you must have been eligible for ‑ and have participated
in ‑ Regional UIL Marching, Concert & Sightreading contests. One point
is awarded for each contest attended during the year, plus a BONUS point
for each marching contest to which the band advances BEYOND region. 5
points max in any given year
Marching +
Concert + Sightreading BONUS
Points:
(3 points max
for one year) Add 1 point for
advancing to area
2 (total) for advancing to state
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