Week 14: November 30 - December 4
MONDAY |
*HS Honor Band / All-State Band Audition Help Sessions (3:45pm - 5:00pm) *High School Only* |
TUESDAY |
*MS Honor Band / All-State Band Help Sessions (3:45pm - 5:00pm) *Middle School Only* HS Concert/Symphonic/Virtual Band Rehearsal (6:00pm-8:00pm) |
WEDNESDAY |
MS & HS Honor Band / All-State Band Help Sessions (3:45pm - 5:00pm) *Both Middle & High Schools |
THURSDAY |
HS Concert/Symphonic/Virtual Band Rehearsal (6:00pm-8:00pm) |
FRIDAY |
HOME PLAYOFF GAME 2: (CALL TIME: 5:00PM) (See "Marching Bears Announcements below for Ticket Info.) ETC is 10:15pm. Please have all rides ready for pick-up following dismissal. |
SATURDAY |
No Events - Have A Great Weekend! |
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FROM THE DIRECTORS:
Bear Band Family!
We hope you all had a fantastic Thanksgiving break with your family! It was great to have a few days to reflect on our many blessings and spend some quality time with our family (even if it was a little different than years past). We are so thankful for the music that we make with our students and for the wonderful support from our awesome Cherokee Bluff community. We are so excited about getting back to school after this break, even a short one, because it always gives us a chance to re-set, re-start, or jump into something new. Weather or not you're feeling refreshed or ready, let's go into this week ready to make a difference to someone, and remember we've only got three weeks (or less) before we get another rest!
As we approach the next few weeks leading to Holiday Break, let's be mindful to give 100% towards all of our classes. Parents, please help us stress the importance of finishing up all assignments and encourage your child to study so that they do their very best on all quizzes and tests leading to the end of the semester. So many times students begin to slack off as we hit the holidays. This time is very critical as we want our students to finish the semester strong.
Finally, we need YOUR help with this Friday night's game. It will be another huge game in this remarkable season, as our Bears will be hosting the Panthers from Carver-Atlanta High School. We will need help in our concession stand, as we are a great night. If you can help, even if its just a little, please see below for the Sign-Up Genius link. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b044da4af2fa6f58-playoff
PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE help us if you are available this Friday - it truly is a whole lot of fun!
We hope you all had a fantastic Thanksgiving break with your family! It was great to have a few days to reflect on our many blessings and spend some quality time with our family (even if it was a little different than years past). We are so thankful for the music that we make with our students and for the wonderful support from our awesome Cherokee Bluff community. We are so excited about getting back to school after this break, even a short one, because it always gives us a chance to re-set, re-start, or jump into something new. Weather or not you're feeling refreshed or ready, let's go into this week ready to make a difference to someone, and remember we've only got three weeks (or less) before we get another rest!
As we approach the next few weeks leading to Holiday Break, let's be mindful to give 100% towards all of our classes. Parents, please help us stress the importance of finishing up all assignments and encourage your child to study so that they do their very best on all quizzes and tests leading to the end of the semester. So many times students begin to slack off as we hit the holidays. This time is very critical as we want our students to finish the semester strong.
Finally, we need YOUR help with this Friday night's game. It will be another huge game in this remarkable season, as our Bears will be hosting the Panthers from Carver-Atlanta High School. We will need help in our concession stand, as we are a great night. If you can help, even if its just a little, please see below for the Sign-Up Genius link. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b044da4af2fa6f58-playoff
PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE help us if you are available this Friday - it truly is a whole lot of fun!
CBBA GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS FOR FRIDAY FOOTBALL GAMES!! Please click on the "SignUp Genius Logo to the left to sign up to help us out!
It’s true that band is a wonderful experience for the students. It’s also true that there’s a lot of work required to support it! That’s why we need you as a volunteer. And, yes, you really will have fun when you volunteer and get to know other parents and band students! We have volunteer opportunities for each grade level/family and can work with your availability. Come join the fun!
Click on the "SIGN UP!" Button.
It’s true that band is a wonderful experience for the students. It’s also true that there’s a lot of work required to support it! That’s why we need you as a volunteer. And, yes, you really will have fun when you volunteer and get to know other parents and band students! We have volunteer opportunities for each grade level/family and can work with your availability. Come join the fun!
Click on the "SIGN UP!" Button.
BAND PARENT GENERAL MEETING (6th grade - 12th grade)
Thursday, December 8th (7:00pm via Zoom)
We hope that you will join us (all parents 6th grade - 12th grade), as we continue to support our kids. Remember, if you have a child involved in the band program, you are automatically members of CBBA - and your involvement is critical to the success of both your individual student and the entire band. Come join us!
As of this publication, we are not holding in-person meetings at this time. Please stand by for information about virtual meetings to resume in the near future.
If you have any questions about CBBA, please feel free to reach out to the executive board officers (emails are listed on the homepage).
Thursday, December 8th (7:00pm via Zoom)
We hope that you will join us (all parents 6th grade - 12th grade), as we continue to support our kids. Remember, if you have a child involved in the band program, you are automatically members of CBBA - and your involvement is critical to the success of both your individual student and the entire band. Come join us!
As of this publication, we are not holding in-person meetings at this time. Please stand by for information about virtual meetings to resume in the near future.
If you have any questions about CBBA, please feel free to reach out to the executive board officers (emails are listed on the homepage).
FUNDRAISER: ROAD ATLANTA: THE ATLANTA DRIFT (CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION)
Earlier this year, we had a fantastic presentation from Mr. Tommy Channell, who was a former band booster president locally. He highly encouraged our parents and students to participate in the EKG Security as a great opportunity to help pay for any upcoming dues associated with band. It truly is a unique fundraiser, as there are multiple opportunities to raise money. He said: "I always encouraged the parents to try to have all of their band dues paid in full before band camp started and when the August and October races came around, they were beginning to build balances for the following year." If you have any questions about this opportunity, please feel free to reach out to Mr. Jacob Skinner at (jacob.skinner@ekgsecurity.com). Funds can be applied for student fees for Band Camp, Membership Fees, Band Dues, etc. These have been wonderful outlets for our students over the years.
Earlier this year, we had a fantastic presentation from Mr. Tommy Channell, who was a former band booster president locally. He highly encouraged our parents and students to participate in the EKG Security as a great opportunity to help pay for any upcoming dues associated with band. It truly is a unique fundraiser, as there are multiple opportunities to raise money. He said: "I always encouraged the parents to try to have all of their band dues paid in full before band camp started and when the August and October races came around, they were beginning to build balances for the following year." If you have any questions about this opportunity, please feel free to reach out to Mr. Jacob Skinner at (jacob.skinner@ekgsecurity.com). Funds can be applied for student fees for Band Camp, Membership Fees, Band Dues, etc. These have been wonderful outlets for our students over the years.
Middle School Announcements:
6th Grade Band:
- Band “Concert”: Students will receive all information related to our “Living Room Concert” during class this week. I have asked that all students have at least two family members present for the performance. They will have a form to fill out and submit that will require a parent signature and they should also upload a picture from the performance through Canvas. I can’t wait to hear all about their performances.
- Practice, Practice, Practice: Students should practice at least 100 minutes per week at home – please ensure your child is practicing regularly.
- Playing tests: Students are currently passing off playing tests on lines 19 and 23 in class.
- Grades in Canvas: All grades for 6th Grade Band students can be found in their Canvas course by clicking on the “Grades” tab on the left hand side.
- Black Hand Towel: All 6th Grade students should purchase a black hand towel to keep in their band locker to use during band class. When playing an instrument, condensation builds up inside the instrument and students have to release the water that builds up inside. Due to Covid-19 concerns, students need to empty the water on to something instead of dropping it all over the floor. Percussionist should get one as well to have something to set sticks/mallets on when not playing. Towels should be brought home regularly to be washed – maybe once every other week.
7th & 8th Grade Band:
- Band “Concert”: Students will receive all information related to our “Living Room Concert” during class this week. I have asked that all students have at least two family members present for the performance. They will have a form to fill out and submit that will require a parent signature and they should also upload a picture from the performance through Canvas. I can’t wait to hear all about their performances.
- No new assignments this week: 7th and 8th Grade students will not have a new playing test to submit this week. All students should be practicing the songs they will perform for their “Living Room Concert” next week.
- Honor Band Practices: All 7th and 8th Grade students auditioning for Honor Band are encouraged to stay after school on Tuesday and/or Wednesday this week until 5:00pm to get extra help preparing their music.
Middle School Virtual Band Students:
- Band “Concert”: Students will receive all information related to our “Living Room Concert” during class this week. I have asked that all students have at least two family members present for the performance. They will have a form to fill out and submit that will require a parent signature and they should also upload a picture from the performance through Canvas. I can’t wait to hear all about their performances.
- Class work for Virtual Band this week: Virtual Band students will not have a new playing assignment to submit this week. All students should be practicing the songs they will perform for their “Living Room Concert” next week. We will talk about this during our zoom meeting on Tuesday.
High School Announcements:
- Leaders & Heroes Project: We will begin some rehearsals and recordings. Make sure you are practicing your music for "Heroes Near And Far"
Full Rehearsal #1 (All Classes): Tuesday, December 1 (6:00pm-8:00pm)
Full Rehearsal #2 (All Classes): Thursday, December 3 (6:00pm-8:00pm)
Full Recording Session (All Classes): New Date: Tuesday, December 8 (5:00pm-8:00pm)
In addition to performing/recording Heroes Near And Far, we will also begin work on some Holiday music to add to our recordings. More information is coming. Please stay tuned.
- Honor Band and All-State Band Auditions: Mr. Cantrell will be holding help sessions on Monday (11/30) and Wednesday (12/2) this week to aid student in their preparations for their upcoming auditions. You must sign up in his office or email him to reserve a time slot.
- Weekly Assignments via Canvas: ALL students will have weekly assignments on Canvas. Please be sure that you check Canvas every day (Monday-Friday) to check for any new announcements, assignments, and tests. Parents are HIGHLY encouraged to sign up as an "observer" of your student so that you can monitor their grades in EACH CLASS at Cherokee Bluff HS. Details can be found HERE. There are already several students with missing assignments!
- Attendance: Please be reminded that if you see that you are going to be absent from class or rehearsal, please notify Mr. Cantrell so that we can plan accordingly for our rehearsals. It is recommended that you notify him well in advance (NOT THE DAY OF THE ABSENCE!). This is the link for the ABSENCE REQUEST FORM if you know you will be missing a rehearsal/event.
MARCHING BEARS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
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WHAT AN AWESOME TIME TO BE A CHEROKEE BLUFF BEAR!!!! Our Varsity Football team won its first ever playoff game last week and we get to continue our magical season! On Friday we will be hosting another playoff game at home against Carver-Atlanta. Our coaches and players have worked really hard for these sort of events and we are thrilled to be able to support them.
Tickets for this Friday's game are $10 (2nd round of GHSA State Tournament). Each band member can purchase up to four (4) tickets - CASH ONLY! The deadline to purchase these tickets is Wednesday by 4:00pm (after that, you will need to purchase tickets through the school/online).
If you have any questions regarding tickets for this Friday's game, please reach out to Mr. Cantrell or Athletic Director Kenny Hill.
Tickets for this Friday's game are $10 (2nd round of GHSA State Tournament). Each band member can purchase up to four (4) tickets - CASH ONLY! The deadline to purchase these tickets is Wednesday by 4:00pm (after that, you will need to purchase tickets through the school/online).
If you have any questions regarding tickets for this Friday's game, please reach out to Mr. Cantrell or Athletic Director Kenny Hill.
Here is our weekly schedule:
No Rehearsals. Meet in the band room at 6:00pm on Friday (hoodie, jeans, purple band shirt, comfortable shoes..WARM JACKET). This WILL be the coldest game of the year...come prepared.
Students: Please make sure that you have ALL of your music in a binder (with sheet protectors) for this performance.
*SPRING MARCHING BAND EXHIBITIONS - MAY 1 (@ NORTH HALL) AND MAY 15 (@ NORTH HALL)
Students attendance at ALL rehearsals are required. Failure to communicate pre-arranged absences will result in penalty or withdrawal from the group. In order for us to be successful, we need ALL STUDENTS at rehearsal ALL OF THE TIME!
No Rehearsals. Meet in the band room at 6:00pm on Friday (hoodie, jeans, purple band shirt, comfortable shoes..WARM JACKET). This WILL be the coldest game of the year...come prepared.
Students: Please make sure that you have ALL of your music in a binder (with sheet protectors) for this performance.
*SPRING MARCHING BAND EXHIBITIONS - MAY 1 (@ NORTH HALL) AND MAY 15 (@ NORTH HALL)
Students attendance at ALL rehearsals are required. Failure to communicate pre-arranged absences will result in penalty or withdrawal from the group. In order for us to be successful, we need ALL STUDENTS at rehearsal ALL OF THE TIME!
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