AFM Weekly Newsletter                  August 8, 2013

 

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August 15! 



Contact Lorry Epps   

 

 

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Road Warriors Needed!

 

The Road Warriors need lots of help this year!  Road Warriors (RW) are the volunteers who help get the props and front ensemble equipment out onto the field at competitions.  See the show up close and personal as an RW!  For more information, contact Mike Gould.

 

DVD's on Sale!!   
 

 AFM is selling DVDs that contain all the shows from the last 4 years as well as Arizona field show and Phoenix parade for $20 as another way to raise fund. The DVDs will make perfect 'end of the school year gift' for your students or for grandparents.

 

To purchase, please contact Betsy Belleville

   
HELP!!   
 

  


I know it's hard to start thinking about fall but I'm recruiting people for the band registration and I am wondering if you are able to help out?

 

The dates are Monday, August 19th and Saturday August 24th. Please let me know if you're available and can help out then.
 
   
Would You Like to Earn Money for Your Students Account? 
 
Opportunity to sell programs at the Highland Scottish Games this Labor Day Weekend, August 31st and September 1st at the Pleasanton Fair Grounds.  

The more we sell the more we earn!

Shifts are 8am - 12pm and 12pm - 4pm on Saturday and 12pm - 4pm Sunday.

Slots are given first come, first serve. Free entry ticket into the Games and possible meal ticket.  

Sign up for as many shifts as you would like; send your student, no problem.

If you are interested please email Leanna to sign up.  

Welcome to the 2013-2014 Marching Band season!  

 
  

 

To prepare for the season we require that every band family register in person at the Walk-in band registration. This will be held in the band room the following days. You may come either day, at a time that is convenient for you.  

 


Monday, Aug. 19: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 
Saturday,  Aug. 24: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. and 8:30 - 9:30 p.m.

For the 2013-2014 season, AFM requests a donation of $865 to cover costs for each student, and an additional $35 if your student is in concert band. Checks should be made out to AFM. We will accept credit cards at registration as well. 

Follow the directions below to complete the necessary forms for band registration.  If you have any questions, or are unable to make either of the registration dates, please email the AFM Registrar.

 


MANDATORY FORMS

  • Complete the Emergency Medical Information Form.  One form must be completed for each child in band
    . Print, sign, and return at walk-in band registration.
  • Complete the PUSD Student Field Trip Authorization.  One form must be completed for each child in band
    . Complete highlighted boxes, print, sign, and return at walk-in band registration.  NOTE:  Some fields have already been completed for your convenience.  Please do not change pre-printed information.
  • Read, print and sign the Code of Conduct, and return at walk-in band registration. One form must be completed for each child in band
  • Read the band Handbook.  Print the signature page at the back of the hand book
    .  This form must be returned by your student directly to Mr. Grantham before the last day of band camp.
     
    You do not need this for registration.


MEDICAL FORMS - These must be turned in if they pertain to your student(s).

  • The band will be traveling overnight in the fall.  If your student will be carrying medications of any kind (prescription or over-the-counter), while on a band trip, PUSD policy requires the 
    PUSD Medication Consent FormPrint, fill out, get physician signature, and turn in at band registration.  If you have any questions about this form, contact the Head RA.
  • Students who carry their own life saving medications such as an inhaler, EpiPen, Insulin, or Glucagon require the 
    Contract to Carry Life Sustaining MedicationsPrint, fill out, get physician signature, and turn in at band registration. 
    Note that a separate copy of both the PUSD Medication Consent and the Contract to Carry Life Sustaining Medication needs to be turned into the office if you carry medication on school campus.


 MISCELLANEOUS FORMS - Recommended but not mandatory.

  • If you are interested in volunteering with the band or guard events throughout the year, we have a spot for you!   Fill out the Amador Friends of Music Volunteer Interest Form.  
    Print and return at band registration.
  • Any PUSD volunteer who works with students must fill out the PUSD Volunteer Clearance Form
    .  Print and return at band registration.  You do not have to complete this form if you turned one in to Mr. Grantham in June 2013. 
  • E-scrip is an easy way to earn money for your child's account.  To sign up, fill in the e-scrip form
    .  Print and return at band registration.
  • Be part of the purple rooting section during band performances!  To order band sweatshirts, jackets, or blankets, fill in the Amador Pride Clothing Order Form
    .  Print and bring to band registration.  Sample sizes of clothing will be available both days of registration.


START OF SEASON INFORMATION

Prior to band camp, please remember to read the following documents. They contain information essential to a successful band camp experience.

Mr. Grantham Welcome Letter

  
Health and Safety During Band Camp
 
AFM Executive Board
 
Student Leadership Team
 
Band Camp News and Information

 

 

See you at band registration!

 

 
Uniform Fittings - August 15-16!    
 

New Uniform  

The fitting schedule and 2013-2014 uniform contract will be on the website (Uniform News page) at the beginning of August.  **Returning students, it is IMPORTANT to (1) find your marching shoes,  (2) try them on, and (3) bring them to your fitting.  **New students - see the uniform webpage for what to wear and bring to your fitting.  **All students, please download the uniform contract and bring the SIGNED signature page to band camp.

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!  We still need many volunteers!  This is a fun way to begin the school year, meet new parents, and be the first to see the students in their uniforms!  We train; no experience required.  You can help students check in and out or help them pick the right size for shoes, gloves, gauntlets, and Shakos in addition to helping with the jacket and pants fitting.  Looking forward to seeing you there!

Click this link to sign up  

 

Note:  When you sign up, the website will ask you to create an account with your email address.  This allows us to send email reminders and updates about the fitting schedule.  SignUpGenius.com does not share this information, but if you would prefer, you can send Gale Naylor an email listing the days and positions for which you would like to volunteer.  If you can't commit to an entire shift, please send Gale an email with the times you are available.  There's always something to do and we would love the help!  Thanks!
 
MAGIC WINE BUS- GET YOUR SEAT!
     
 

The Magic Wine Bus is an Amador Music tradition. It's our fifth year of taking parents into Wine Country while the students have a long Saturday practice. Parents get a chance to bond with other band parents while exploring the treasures of Napa and Sonoma.l We still have 12 seats available on this year's bus so grab them soon. You won't want to miss the fun we have planned;
 
A tour and tasting of Mumm Sparkling Wine
A lunch in the grapevines of Peju, followed by a Grape Stomp
Olive oil tastings at Jacuzzi Winery in Sonoma
 
This all happens on September 7, from 8:30am - 6 pm, at a great rate of $90 per person.  Please email Amy Moellering to order tickets.