The following information is from the Scott Band Handbook. To view the entire document go to the Forms & Docs page on this website.
- What are the band objectives?
- What is the band code?
- What are the duties of the band member?
- What is the band cirriculum?
- What is the attendance policy?
- Are there band fees?
- What opportunities are available for band members?
- Is there a band calendar?
- Do band members wear uniforms?
- What accessories are band members responsible for?
- What are the rules of conduct for band members during football games?
- What are the rules of conduct for band members during trips?
- What are the rules of conduct for band members during pep band?
- Is there an awards/recognition program?
What are the band objectives?
To teach music through performance.
To develop performance skills on various wind and percussion instruments
and pageantry arts.
To provide for the musical needs of the school and community.
To teach an appreciation for aesthetics in music.
To acquaint students with different periods and styles of music and how
they relate to their culture.
To provide group experiences leading to the development of Esprit de Corps
and self-discipline.
To promote and foster good citizenship and virtues of ethical and moral
behavior.
What is the band code?
It is your attitude not your aptitude that determines your altitude.
Lou Holtz
Your success in life is not determined as much by your ability as it is your
approach. Perhaps the most important skills that you can assume the task of
developing include:
INTEGRITY- No legacy is so rich as honesty William Shakespeare
To What extent can others rely on my Honesty?
RESPECT- Men are respectable only as they respect. Ralph Waldo Emerson
How often do I respect the other persons opinion, even though it may differ
from mine?
FRIENDLINESS - The only way to have a friend is to be one Ralph Waldo
Emerson
What is my attitude toward the newcomer?
RESPONSIBILITY You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by
putting it off today. - Abraham Lincoln
Do I do what I say I will?
What are the duties of the band member?
1. Be on time to all rehearsals and performances. EARLY IS ON TIME!!
2. Always have correct equipment, pencil and music.
3. Each member is responsible for his or her music. DO NOT ASSUME
RESPONSIBILITY FOR SOMEONE ELSES MUSIC OR EQUIPMENT!
4. Make a real effort to improve daily.
5. Maintain a strong academic standing in all other coursework.
6. Plan ahead and do not double book yourself. Consult your calendar!
7. Be personally clean and dress appropriately.
8. Be responsible for your actions.
9. Follow all rules and when rules are silent use good judgment!
10. Cooperate with fellow members and share with them the responsibilities
and privileges that are a part of the band program.
11. Contribute positively to the music education of others by the best use
of your talents.
12. Read and play music with insight and expression.
13. Seek out opportunities to give back to the program.
14. During a rehearsal only speak when invited.
15. Avoid negative chatter or gossip.
16. Respect staff, parents, chaperones, bus drivers and directors.
17. Keep instrument in good working order.
18. Keep band room neat and clean.
What is the band cirriculum?
The Scott High School Band executes its mission of music education through
student participation in the SHS Concert Band, Marching Band and Pep Band.
In order to be a member of the Scott High School Band a student must be
enrolled in Band Class and must participate in Concert Band, Marching Band,
and Pep Band. Any exceptions must be in the form of an independent study
and must be approved by the Band Director and the Guidance Counselor.
Students may have the option to participate in various chamber ensembles and
Jazz Band. All students are encouraged to take Private Lessons and may
receive partial reimbursement from the Scott High School Band Boosters.
Students will be exposed to a variety of musical styles. Instruction will
be based on the Band Directors best judgment as well as the National
Standards for Arts Education, the Kentucky Core Content and Program of
Studies for the Arts and Humanities and any curriculum expectations set
forth by the Kenton County Schools and Scott High School. Students will
perform before live audiences at regularly scheduled concerts, football
games and basketball games. Students may be given the opportunity to
perform at parades and civic functions as deemed suitable by the Band
Director.
What is the attendance policy?
All published rehearsals and practices are mandatory. Any unexcused absence
from such an event shall result in the lowering of the students grade. All
excused absences begin with informing the director before the absence
occurs. An absence will be considered excused only when the absence is
deemed unavoidable by the Director.
Are there band fees?
There is an annual band fee for each band member and payment required for
the Spring Trip (not mandatory but strongly encouraged). Details below:
ANNUAL BAND FEE - $175.00
$175 - Band fees due by pre-band camp JULY 22nd (checks payable to Scott
Band Boosters). The Kroger funds CAN be used for this expense.
The band fee that each family pays covers HALF of the educational expenses
for each band member while the other half is covered by Band Booster
Fundraisers. Scott Band Boosters have Kroger Cards available for use to
help families offset these expenses. The Kroger Cards are best used by
sharing them with friends /families/co-workers who shop or will shop at
Kroger or Kroger owned stores nation wide. Every time money is added to the
gift card 4% is donated back to the band and into your students account.
Many families have taken advantage of this opportunity and have been able to
significantly reduce their cost. Please contact Stacy Hood Kroger
Chairperson at 578-0855 to purchase Kroger Cards. Kroger Card information is
also posted on the Band Website.
The boosters take the time and effort to separate each students card(s) and
keep record of their Kroger account for band fees, spring trip fees, folder
fees if selected to All State or Select band etc. Please take advantage of
this to help reduce your cost.
NO STUDENT will be denied membership into Scott Bands. Hardship reduction
of fees will be considered on an individual basis. Please talk with Mr.
Moody if you have any questions.
100% of the fees collected are associated with music education for your
child. The breakdown of how your fees are used is as follows:
Instruction - 25%
Music/Production - 15%
Uniform - 15%
Travel/Clinics - 25%
Equipment - 10%
Awards/Incentives - 10%
SPRING TRIP - $350.00
The Spring Trip is not mandatory but strongly encouraged. The purpose of
the trip is to expose students to a variety of musical opportunities through
meaningful performances and reputable venues. Students unable to
participate in the Spring Trip should inform Mr. Moody as soon as possible.
Details of the trip will be released after School Board Approval during the
Fall Semester.
In an effort to reduce the financial strain on families, the spring trip
costs may be paid according to the following schedule:
$175 FIRST Spring Trip Installment Due at the end of the FIRST Trimester
This will establish the number of students planning to go on the trip so
that planning can begin.
The Kroger funds CAN be used for this expense.
$175 SECOND Spring Trip Installment Due at the end of the SECOND Trimester
The Kroger funds CAN be used for this expense.
Any student wishing to participate but cannot pay trip fees should see Mr.
Moody.
What opportunities are available for band members?
Band members will be given the opportunity to audition for and participate
in various clinics and honor bands throughout the semester. Participation
in these events is strongly encouraged as they provide opportunities for
individual growth and development. Please check the Scott High School Band
Website and Calendar for updates.
Is there a band calendar?
The Band Director will post a monthly calendar in the band room that gives
all pertinent information for the current month and the following two
months. Paper copies will be made available to students. An electronic
version will appear on the SHS Band website. Important dates and reminders
will be included in the SHS Band Booster Newsletter.
Do band members wear uniforms?
Each member will be issued a Scott High School Band Uniform. Students will
be responsible for proper handling of the uniform. The SHS Band Boosters
will provide storage and dry cleaning of the uniform. Students will need to
purchase gloves (orders will be taken) and black shoes (orders will be
taken).
The Scott High School Band will wear uniforms at all football games and
assessed concert band performances.
Alternative Concert Attire: Students may be asked to wear all black for non-
assessed concert band performances. Students should have in their wardrobe
black pants/socks/long sleeved shirt for males and black knee length skirt/
dress or black pants, shoes and shirt for females.
What accessories are band members responsible for?
Accessories:
Band members are responsible for purchasing their own accessories, including
but not limited to:
Flip folio (brass and woodwind)
SHS Band T Shirt
Gloves (brass, woodwind and color guard)
Black Socks
Sticks/ mallets (percussion)
Reeds, Cork grease, Cleaning Swab (woodwinds)
Valve Oil, cleaning brush (brass)
What are the rules of conduct for band members during football games?
1. Each section will be assigned a designated area to sit.
2. Members are to sit with their section only.
3. Non -band members will NOT be allowed in the band seating area.
4. No food in the band seating area.
5. No un-sportsman like conduct.
6. Pay attention to the game and the Band Director to know when and what to
play.
7. Parents and staff may be asked to sit within the set to monitor behavior.
What are the rules of conduct for band members during trips?
1. An adult chaperone will be on each bus.
2. Students will sign up for a bus in advance. No changes will be allowed
unless a new sign up sheet is offered.
3. Students may not change buses on a trip.
4. Be on Time. Early is on Time.
5. Follow Bus Drivers directions.
6. Buses are to be kept clean. Make sure that you remove all personal items
and pick up any trash.
7. Private cars will not be used. All members are expected to ride the bus.
8. All school rules and regulations apply on the trip.
9. Only exemplary behavior is acceptable from the SHS Band. Members are to
be on their best behavior at all times. Be courteous to other schools
bands at all times.
10. Ladies and gentlemen that cannot act as such while riding together on a
bus will be separated.
11. No extreme noise will be tolerated on the buses or at any other
inappropriate place such as motels or staging areas.
12. The band will travel as a unit on all trips. If a member has a good
reason to return from the trip by other means, he or she must submit a
written permit to the Band Director, signed by his or her parents no later
than the morning of the trip.
13. Students will not be allowed in the room of a student of different
gender.
What are the rules of conduct for band members during pep band?
1. A call time will be given for a quick rehearsal/ warm up before the game.
2. Be on time.
3. Members are responsible for his or her music.
4. Members are to keep a pep band folder.
5. Members are to sit in designated area with like section.
6. Only sportsman like behavior is acceptable.
7. Third quarter will be given to take care of needs. Be back before the
beginning of the fourth quarter.
8. Members are not allowed to be in unsupervised areas during third quarter.
9. The band room will close 30 minutes after the end of the game. Make sure
you have made arrangements for a ride home within thirty minutes of the
conclusion of the game.
10. Pay attention to the game and the director.
11. Do not taunt players or fans.
12. Only clean, positive cheers or chants.
Is there an awards/recognition program?
The Scott High School Band will have a Spring Banquet to recognize and
celebrate individual and band achievements. Students may Letter in band
if they have an A for each grading period. Other Awards/ Recognition may
be given based on the discrimination of the Band Director.
