Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.

1. How do I sign up for band?
2. Are college scholarships available for band?
3. How much does band cost?
4. Do I have to have my own instrument to participate in band?
5. How do I become a member of the Flag Corp?

How do I sign up for band?

Indicate on your registration form for Northwood High School by indicating
band as a choice of electives.  With our 7 period schedule, students have
plenty of room in their schedule for participation in band along with the
other required courses for graduation.  Students pursuing TOPPS scholarships
will also have little trouble participating in band while satisifying the
requirements for TOPPS.

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Are college scholarships available for band?

YES!  Many of our NHS band students are enjoying financial assistance through
band scholarships at our area universities.  Band scholarships can range from
$600 per semester to full tuition.  Scholarships are also available for our flag 
corp and twirling as well.

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How much does band cost?

We have a yearly band fee of $75 we assess each student at the beginning of
the school year.  This fee is used for cleaning the band uniform 2-3 times a
year, travel expenses, honor band tryout and registrations fees, and our
offical band polo shirt.

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Do I have to have my own instrument to participate in band?

We furnish the larger instruments such as tuba, french horn, baritone, and the
larger clarinets and saxophones.  We also furnish percussion for marching and
concert band as well.  Students who play the smaller woodwind and brass
instruments are asked to purchase their own instrument if they do not already
own an instrument.

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How do I become a member of the Flag Corp?

Tryouts are held each spring to select our flag corp for the upcoming school
year. Tryouts are open to all students inclucing entering freshman at
Northwood High School.

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