Belton Middle School Band

🎵 What’s Happening in the Belton MS Band This Week!

• Eligibility & Grades: Progress Report 2 grades are being finalized—check Skyward to ensure your student stays eligible for upcoming events and performances. 
• Fundraiser Countdown: We’ve hit 68% of our $30,000 goal with just 9 days remaining! Check the full issue to see who is currently leading the top 10 cash prize standings. 
• First-Ever Band Council Voting: Ballots are open this week for 7th and 8th Grade nominees—find out who made the ballot and when winners will be announced! 
• Pep Rally & Performance Schedule: Important info on Friday’s Pep Rally, the upcoming Beginner Sit-In Concert, and an updated date for the Jazz Band’s Veterans Day performance. 
• Pass-Off Tracks & Volunteer Sign-Ups: Reminders regarding weekly major grade pass-offs, practice expectations, uniform shirt arrivals, and parent chaperone registration. 

Be sure to open the full newsletter for exact event times, student nominee lists, calendar links, and downloadable pass-off schedules: https://app.smore.com/n/uavfq 

Here is a quick glance at what’s happening in the BMS Band program this week. Be sure to click here and read through the full newsletter to access all registration links, venue maps, and document downloads!

General News & Urgent Action Items

• InstaRaise Fundraiser Starts Monday: Our annual fundraiser launches this week to help fund student accounts for trips, uniform shirts, and social events. Top earner students can win cash prizes—check the full newsletter for the donor list handout and campaign link! 
• 8th Grade MS Band Night (Crucial Action Needed): Rehearsal and game performance are happening this week for 8th graders. Parents must complete the mandatory Dismissal Form by Wednesday, September 16. View the newsletter to access the form, check the Tiger Field exit map, or sign up as a chaperone. 
• CutTime & Volunteer Sign-Ups: Keep your contact info updated via your CutTime Magic Link. If you plan to chaperone any events this year, complete the annual district background check link inside. 
• Daily Practice Expectations: Students should bring their instruments home daily to practice 25 minutes a day, 5 days a week. Check out the newsletter for the “How To Practice” guide and Weekly XP Chart. 

Ensemble Updates

• Beginner Band: Beginners are officially making their first sounds! Save the date for their very first performance—the Beginner Sit-In Concert on October 15. 
• Symphonic Band & Wind Ensemble: Weekly pass-offs for major grades have begun. Open the full newsletter to download the specific pass-off schedules for both the All-Region and Non-Region tracks. 
• Jazz Band: Date change alert! Jazz Band has been invited to perform for a special Veteran’s Day ceremony on November 10 (plus, chaperones get a free lunch!). 

Scroll through the main newsletter for full schedules, downloadable PDF forms, social media links, and director contact information!

Our Band Notes Newsletter for the Week of August 31 is now available, and it’s packed with important details, upcoming event schedules, and required action items for all ensembles!

Quick Checklist of Actions Needed in the Newsletter:

• 📋 All-Region Track Declarations: Selection form due Friday, Sept 4 for Symphonic Band & Wind Ensemble.
• 💳 Fees & Payment Due Dates: Band fees and shirt order payments due Sept 11.
• 📲 CutTime Account Setup: Access your Magic Link to track balances and volunteer.
• 🙋 Chaperone Registration: Sign up and complete your annual background check.
• 🗓️ Key Event Updates: Review dates for 8th Grade Band Night, Jazz Band performance changes, and the Beginner Sit-In Concert!

Please take a few minutes to click through and read the full newsletter to ensure your student is set up for success!

Welcome to a fantastic new school year with the Belton MS Band! Check out the key highlights in this week’s newsletter to stay in the loop and help your student hit the right note:

Key Highlights & Action Items:

• Communication & Tech: Updates on signing up for Google Classroom parent summaries and accessing your personalized CutTime “MagicLink” to manage event schedules and volunteer opportunities. 
• Practice Expectations: Tips for establishing healthy at-home practice habits (25 minutes a day, 5 days a week) to build musical confidence. 
• Get Involved: Info on private lesson sign-ups and how to register as a parent chaperone for the upcoming year. 

Ensemble Spotlights:

• Beginner’s Ensemble: Details on upcoming flashcard tests (naming 6 notes in 8 seconds or less!), instrument care, and a preview of the music literacy program. 
• Symphonic Band & Wind Ensemble: Required Fall Sectional availability survey details and info on the Region Bootcamp this Saturday, August 22 (complete with masterclasses and a free pizza lunch)! 
• Jazz Band: Information on the required Essential Elements for Jazz Ensemble book. 

CLICK HERE TO SCROLL through the newsletter to find the section dedicated to your child’s specific ensemble, along with complete calendar events and director contact information.

Dear Band Families,

As we gear up for the 2026-2027 school year, we need all band students and parents to complete a few vital preparation steps. We have consolidated everything you need—including registration dates, active paperwork links, and class supply lists—into our summer newsletter:

🔗 Access the Summer Newsletter Here

3 Things You Need to Check Right Now:

1. The Calendar: Mark down Band Registration Day on Monday, August 3 and the New Parent Meeting on Monday, August 10. 
2. The Registration Checklist: Learn how to update your contact info, order uniform shirts, and take care of paperwork online or in person before August 14. 
3. Your Child’s Ensemble Section: Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for specific updates on instrument supplies, after-school sectionals, and region bootcamp details. 

Please review the link today so your student has everything they need to succeed this school year!

Belton MS Band Staff