Belton Middle School Band

First week of school and first grade given this Thursday with all band supplies & materials, as well as completed registration checklists due! Also, be sure to submit all shirt orders no later than this Friday, August 18 for all students and families. Read all about it in this week’s edition of the Band Notes Newsletter: https://www.smore.com/yn43f

Parents who are new to the Belton MS Band should plan on attending this presentation that is followed by an individual question-and-answer session this Thursday, August 10 from 5:30-6:30pm in the BMS Band Hall. This happens right after Tiger Camp where students and parents are invited to pick up their schedule, Chromebook, and meet school staff and walk around the school much like an orientation.

At our meeting, you will learn about our program’s structure, expectations, and how to set your student up for success. Click here to see the map to BMS Band Hall, and email a director if you have any questions.

We’re gearing up for the start of school! This week there’s Tiger Camp for 6th graders and our New Band Parent Meeting, as well as Schedule & Chromebook Pick-Up for 7th & 8th graders. Be sure to read all about it and more in this week’s edition of Band Notes: https://www.smore.com/hbgys

It’s that time of year already – time to get ready for Band and the new school year! Make plans to attend Band Registration in 2 weeks on Monday, July 31 from 9am-6pm (come and go) in the BMS Band Hall. All the information you need to get the year started off right is included in this summer edition of the Band Notes Newsletter: https://www.smore.com/g70a2

FOURTH OF JULY PARADE – The Marching 100 will perform in the Belton 4th of July Parade! We will rehearse on Monday, July 3 and perform on Tuesday, July 4. Below are the schedules for the events:

MONDAY, JULY 3 – PARADE REHEARSAL

Attire: Comfortable clothes for outdoor rehearsal and tennis shoes.

What to Bring: Instrument, flip folder, large water bottle, sunscreen, and hats/sweatbands/sunglasses.

8:15am – Band Hall Opens

9:00am – Rehearsal Begins

10:00am – Winds/Percussion Transition to Practice Field

10:15am – Parade Rehearsal

12:00pm – Rehearsal Ends

Students should be drinking lots of water before and after practice, as well as before and after the parade. It is also important that students eat a balanced breakfast before reporting each day. If possible, students should spend some time outside in the days prior to the parade to help with heat acclimation.

TUESDAY, JULY 4 – PARADE PERFORMANCE

Attire: Red M100 T-Shirt, solid black athletic shorts, and tennis shoes.

What to Bring: Instrument (no cases), flip folder, sunscreen, and patriotic decorations for yourself or your instrument.

8:15am – Arrive at Pearl Street at UMHB

8:30am – Warm-Up

9:00am – Judging Portion of Parade Begins

10:00am – Parade Begins

11:00am – Approximate Parade End Time

2023 IMPORTANT SUMMER DATES – Provided below is a list of important dates to be aware of for the month of July.

IMPORTANT SUMMER DATES

• July 3-4: Fourth of July Parade Rehearsal/Performance
• July 17-20: Color Guard/Percussion Camp, 9am-4pm
• July 25: FIRST DAY OF SUMMER BAND!!!!

If you have any questions about any of the above information, please contact Mr. Kwaku at kevin.kwaku@bisd.net