Week 9: OCTOBER 3-8, 2022
MONDAY |
CBHS Marching Band: Colorguard & Percussion Sectionals (4pm-6pm) 7th & 8th Grade Honor Band Help Session (3:30pm-5:00pm) |
TUESDAY |
CBHS Marching Band: FULL BAND (ALL STUDENTS) (4pm-7pm) |
WEDNESDAY |
CBHS Marching Band Pictures (3:45pm-4:30pm) |
THURSDAY |
CBHS Marching Band: Full Band Dress Rehearsal (4pm-7pm) |
FRIDAY |
CBHS Marching Band: Away Football Game (CB @ East Forsyth HS) (click HERE Football Game (10/7) @ East Forsyth HS for the game agenda and details) |
SATURDAY |
No Events Scheduled |
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FROM THE DIRECTORS:
MARCHING BEARS BAND PHOTOS: On Wednesday, the Marching Bears will have pictures made in the stadium. Students and parents will have options to purchase these pictures (both as individual shots and full group shots). As Wednesday is not a typical day for our events, please make arrangements to be present so that we may have all students in the group shot. This should take no more than 30 minutes starting at 4:00pm. Students will be dismissed around 4:30pm. If you have questions about photos, please contact Mrs. Kim McGuirt (kim.mcguirt@hallco.org).
Hall County Schools will be on Fall Break on Monday, October 10th and Tuesday, October 11th. There will be no band events/rehearsals during those dates. We hope that all of our families will take advantage of this break and rest up for a huge weekend to follow.
CBBA GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:
CBBA GENERAL MEETING
All parents are welcome to attend (Grades 6-12) as we work together to build an awesome experience for our kids.
Our next CBBA General Meeting is Tuesday, November 15 (7:00pm) in CBHS Band Room.
All parents are welcome to attend (Grades 6-12) as we work together to build an awesome experience for our kids.
Our next CBBA General Meeting is Tuesday, November 15 (7:00pm) in CBHS Band Room.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who signed up to volunteer in the concession stands this past week. Your service is valued and appreciated!
A handful of slots remain open, so please consider signing up possible. Concession profits from this event will be an integral component of the band program's success this year!
Mrs. Kris Sheedy, the band's exceptional manager of concessions, has gone above and beyond to ensure that volunteering is a pleasure.
Marching band families are asked to serve in concessions at least once, but service from families of middle school students and recent graduates is also greatly appreciated!
Please use the button below to volunteer for these events!
A handful of slots remain open, so please consider signing up possible. Concession profits from this event will be an integral component of the band program's success this year!
Mrs. Kris Sheedy, the band's exceptional manager of concessions, has gone above and beyond to ensure that volunteering is a pleasure.
Marching band families are asked to serve in concessions at least once, but service from families of middle school students and recent graduates is also greatly appreciated!
Please use the button below to volunteer for these events!
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. Check out our SIGNUPGENIUS link to see how you can help us!
If you haven't already, join our Cherokee Bluff Band Parents Association - CBBA Facebook Group - this is a wonderful place to get answers, share photos, and talk with other band parents. Just search Cherokee Bluff Band Parents Association - CBBA (see image below.
Middle School Announcements:
6th Grade Band:
- Fundraiser Order Issues: We are planning to send a finalized list of fundraiser order issues to the company this Monday afternoon, so please send me an email at geoffrey.lonberger@hallco.org if you have not done so letting me know of any order issues that need to be addressed. We are hoping to have the corrected items in by the end of this week. We appreciate everyone’s patience.
- Spirit Wear Orders: We have submitted spirit wear orders for printing and items should arrive the week of October 17th and will be distributed in class.
- Playing Tests: We are now full swing with playing of the instruments and we are beginning to have weekly playing tests so please make sure your child is practicing at home regularly. Thank you!
7th and 8th Grade Band
- Fundraiser Order Issues: We are planning to send a finalized list of fundraiser order issues to the company this Monday afternoon, so please send me an email at geoffrey.lonberger@hallco.org if you have not done so letting me know of any order issues that need to be addressed. We are hoping to have the corrected items in by the end of this week. We appreciate everyone’s patience.
- Spirit Wear Orders: We have submitted spirit wear orders for printing and items should arrive the week of October 17th and will be distributed in class.
- Honor Band help session this week: We will have a honor band help session on Monday this week until 5:00pm.
- Middle School Band Night: Click HERE to see the letter with all details for our Middle School Band Night Performance on Friday, October 14th. This is a required performance just like all concerts. Students will receive this letter in class on Monday and should return it to Mr. Lonberger signed by a parent.
High School Announcements:
- Fundraiser Order Issues: We are planning to send a finalized list of fundraiser order issues to the company this Monday afternoon, so please send me an email at craig.cantrell@hallco.org if you have not done so letting me know of any order issues that need to be addressed. We are hoping to have the corrected items in by the end of this week. We appreciate everyone’s patience.
- Spirit Wear Orders: We have submitted spirit wear orders for printing and items should arrive the week of October 17th and will be distributed in class.
- Marching Band: Please scroll down to the "Marching Bears Announcements" below.
- SCROLL DOWN AND LOOK AT ALL OF THE EVENT DATES ON THE CALENDAR! There is a list of events and a calendar. All parents and students need to mark these events on their calendar. There is no excuse for not knowing what's going on...please mark your calendars!
- Attendance: Every parent and student should read the ATTENDANCE POLICY. 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.
Disney Trip 2023
(HS Band Students & 8th-Grade Students in the Marching Band only)
Thank you for your interest in the CBHS Band/Chorus Spring Break Trip to Walt Disney World being held in Orlando April 1 - 5, 2023. Below are a few links that you will need to access in order to get the details of the trip, fill out the traveler information form, process the payment for the initial deposit, and to opt-in to the Cancel For Any Reason travel Protection.
Use this link for the information that was discussed at the Disney Trip Informational Meeting:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/14I2NQLwjpaX6Zvm-n7y0iqkO9_4oqSsp?usp=sharing
Action Items to complete:
Payment Schedule (per person/non-refundable):*
We are currently not offering parent/family packages as part of this program, however, if you are interested in going to Walt Disney World during this time, please email me separately and I can build you a package for the rest of your family to enjoy a magical vacation!
I am so excited to help your students with their Spring Break trip! Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need anything else from me. I am here to help make this an amazing trip for your student!
Kim Daffron (kimdaffron@travelmation.net)
Use this link for the information that was discussed at the Disney Trip Informational Meeting:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/14I2NQLwjpaX6Zvm-n7y0iqkO9_4oqSsp?usp=sharing
Action Items to complete:
- Register student(s) for the event. Process $250 deposit payment through the registration link below. The CBHS Band/Chorus Event Page has all the information, details, and costs related to the event.
- CLICK HERE IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD OR BANK TRANSFER: A Transaction/Convenience fee for processing will be applied at checkout.
- CLICK HERE IF PAYING BY CHECK: Make checks payable to Travelmation LLC and put 'CBHS Band/Chorus" in the subject line. Mail them to: Travelmation Finance, 1180 N. Federal Hwy Unit 903, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304. NOTE: the registration system will require you to input credit card details, but this will only be used if payments are past due. Nothing will be charged without prior approval.
- Basic Travel Insurance is included in the total price, but click here to purchase the Cancel for Any Reason Travel Protection Option. This will cover your non-refundable payments in case of cancellation. A refund of $30 will be applied to your final payment if this insurance is purchased. (see attached for more details)
Payment Schedule (per person/non-refundable):*
- October 21, 2022 - $250 – 2nd Payment
- December 2, 2022 - $250 – 3rd Payment
- February 3, 2023 – $165 students (this amount will be adjusted for add-ons/credits applied to account)
*Convenience Fees for credit cards/bank transfers are not included in the amounts listed.
We are currently not offering parent/family packages as part of this program, however, if you are interested in going to Walt Disney World during this time, please email me separately and I can build you a package for the rest of your family to enjoy a magical vacation!
I am so excited to help your students with their Spring Break trip! Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need anything else from me. I am here to help make this an amazing trip for your student!
Kim Daffron (kimdaffron@travelmation.net)
MARCHING BEARS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
DRIVERS NEEDED!
We need some assistance in getting our equipment trailers to our away football games and competitions. Below are the list of events that need a driver:
We need some assistance in getting our equipment trailers to our away football games and competitions. Below are the list of events that need a driver:
EVENT |
CBBA Trailer (Small 7x16 trailer) |
RAINS TEAM Trailer (Large 22ft. trailer) |
East Forsyth (Away Game) (10/7) |
Andy Witt |
Jason Fischer |
Hart Co. Competition (10/15) |
Andy Witt |
Jason Fischer |
East Hall (Away Game) (10/21) |
Andy Witt |
Courtlan McQueen |
Possible Playoff Game (11/11) |
Riaan Bezuidenhout |
Courtlan McQueen |
We are so thankful to Andy Witt, Matt Gilbert, Courtlan McQueen, Riaan Bezuidenhout, and Jason Fischer for volunteering. We would like to secure some additional drivers for the dates listed above to help these gentlemen with the trailers. If you are available to pull any of these trailers, please contact Mr. Cantrell.
Concessions Volunteers
As previously stated, every marching band family is required to work in our concession stands for at least one game. We count on each and every volunteer in order for our stands to run efficiently, so please avoid last-minute cancellations and "no-shows." In addition to performing specific roles, we ask our volunteers to help out with a few general activities such as prepping the concession stands, minimizing waste, cleaning up, and taking inventory at the end of the game. Shift times begin at 6:00pm for the home games and 5:00pm. Please arrive earlier if possible. Shifts end shortly after the game/event concludes. Please free to contact our Concessions Manager, Kris Sheedy, if you have questions (cbluffconcessions@gmail.com).
Special thanks to Kris Sheedy (our concessions manager) for organizing this huge undertaking for our band program.
As previously stated, every marching band family is required to work in our concession stands for at least one game. We count on each and every volunteer in order for our stands to run efficiently, so please avoid last-minute cancellations and "no-shows." In addition to performing specific roles, we ask our volunteers to help out with a few general activities such as prepping the concession stands, minimizing waste, cleaning up, and taking inventory at the end of the game. Shift times begin at 6:00pm for the home games and 5:00pm. Please arrive earlier if possible. Shifts end shortly after the game/event concludes. Please free to contact our Concessions Manager, Kris Sheedy, if you have questions (cbluffconcessions@gmail.com).
Special thanks to Kris Sheedy (our concessions manager) for organizing this huge undertaking for our band program.
Marching Bears Weekly Practice Schedule
WEEKLY PRACTICE SCHEDULE:
Mondays: Guard & Percussion Sectionals (4pm-6pm) / Winds Sections (TBA)
Tuesdays: FULL BAND (All Students) (4pm-7pm)
Thursdays: FULL BAND (All Students) (4pm-7pm)
Fridays: Football Game Performances
Saturdays: 9/24, 10/15
Mondays: Guard & Percussion Sectionals (4pm-6pm) / Winds Sections (TBA)
Tuesdays: FULL BAND (All Students) (4pm-7pm)
Thursdays: FULL BAND (All Students) (4pm-7pm)
Fridays: Football Game Performances
Saturdays: 9/24, 10/15
*Wed. Oct. 5: Band Photos
Fri. Oct. 7: East Forsyth (Away)
Fri. Oct. 14: Walnut Grove (Home) (8th Grade Band Night)
Sat. Oct. 15: Competition 2 (Hart Co. HS)
Fri. Oct. 21: East Hall (Away)
Fri. Oct. 7: East Forsyth (Away)
Fri. Oct. 14: Walnut Grove (Home) (8th Grade Band Night)
Sat. Oct. 15: Competition 2 (Hart Co. HS)
Fri. Oct. 21: East Hall (Away)
Student 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!
Looking ahead to 2023:
Guard & Percussion Camp: June 26 - June 30 (All Colorguard and Percussion students must attend!)
Parent Meeting: July 16 (CBHS Theater - 5:00pm)
Marching Bears Pre-Camp Rehearsals: July 17-18, July 20-21 (All Marching Bears members must attend)
Marching Bears Band Camp: July 24 - July 28 (All Marching Bears members must attend)
*Please note that the above dates are required for full participation in the Marching Bears.
You can NOT miss any of those dates - NO EXCUSES!
Guard & Percussion Camp: June 26 - June 30 (All Colorguard and Percussion students must attend!)
Parent Meeting: July 16 (CBHS Theater - 5:00pm)
Marching Bears Pre-Camp Rehearsals: July 17-18, July 20-21 (All Marching Bears members must attend)
Marching Bears Band Camp: July 24 - July 28 (All Marching Bears members must attend)
*Please note that the above dates are required for full participation in the Marching Bears.
You can NOT miss any of those dates - NO EXCUSES!
CHEROKEE BLUFF BAND CORPORATE SPONSORS
2022-2023
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