Announcements – Week of 9/18/2025

Marching Band, Member Information

DO YOU KNOW A CDL SEMI TRUCK DRIVER?

We need a semi driver to transport our band equipment. We have drivers for most of our performances but need to line someone up for our Bands of America Regional performance in Chattanooga, TN October 3-5. We have a truck lined up. Just need a driver.

Know someone? Please let Mr. McGuire know at [email protected]

DAILY PRACTICE

  • Are you seeing your child’s instrument come home each day?
  • Are you hearing your child practice regularly?

    If not, your child may need your support. Please remind your child to practice their part at home so when they show up to rehearsal, they are prepared to put their part with the entire group.

    Band is a team effort. Every member needs to be able to play their part correctly in order to not let down the rest of the team.

    Please support your child by reminding them to bring their instrument home each day so they can practice. We don’t need hours and hours at home each day but we do need consistent effort at home to master individual parts so the entire team can be successful.

PERFORMANCE THIS SATURDAY
DISTRICT 3 STADIUM ON CHERRY ROAD

  • REHEARSAL 9AM-12PM (at District 3 Stadium on Cherry Road)
    NOTE: This is a change in start time so families don’t have to arrive quite so early.
  • STUDENT CALL TIME 8:45AM (at District 3 Stadium on Cherry Road)
    NOTE: Some students will need to arrive BEFORE 8:45 so they have enough time to get their equipment set up for the start of rehearsal.
  • DISMISSAL 12PM
    Students will be released at Noon to leave, rest, and prepare for the evening’s performance.
  • PERFORMANCE CALL TIME 6PM
  • PERFORMANCE ATTIRE
    • 2025 Band Shirt, LONG Black Socks, Marching Band Shoes
    • Athletic Shorts, Marching Gloves
    • Band Bun (No hair should appear from under the marching helmet. Students with long hair should put their hair up in a “Band Bun” so it can fit inside the marching helmet.)
    • Students will put on their marching uniforms once they arrive at the stadium.
  • PERFORMANCES BEGIN 7PM (Free Admission)
    • Invite family, friends, neighbors to support our students in their first performance of Rewrite The Stars.
    • Wear Purple.
    • This is not a “drop your child off” event. This is a performance FOR YOU (our band family).
  • PERFORMANCES BY
    • South Pointe High School Band Of Thunder
    • Northwestern High School Purple Regiment
    • Rock Hill High School Band Of Distinction
    • Special Performance Including the combined high school bands and our 8th grade band students from across the district
  • END TIME 8PM-8:30PM

REHEARSAL ATTENDANCE

When a student is absent or leaves early:

 

  • Performers cannot hear the missing part in the music, making it difficult for others to balance and adjust their sound.
  • Drill spots are left empty, which prevents neighbors from learning their correct spacing and alignment.
  • Guard work and visual responsibilities are incomplete, disrupting the flow and impact of the show.

Our students are learning to perform not just as individuals, but as a team. Each rehearsal is an opportunity for everyone to grow together, and each absence slows down that process for the entire group. For this reason, attendance at every rehearsal is not just encouraged—it is expected.

Thank you for helping us build a culture of commitment and excellence. Your support in ensuring your student is present and prepared for every rehearsal makes all the difference.

DUE FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 26

  • Record a video of yourself performing all of Part 2.
  • This assignment is for ALL band students.
  • Submit your assignment through Canvas (do not email).

HONOR YOUR CHILD
Olde English Festival of Bands – Program Ads

  • Each year our band and the RHHS band work together to host a marching band contest at District 3 Stadium.
  • Give your child a shoutout in the program for several thousand attendees to see.
  • Business sponsors for the program are also needed.

CLICK THE LINK BELOW to purchase a page in the program to honor your child.
SHARE THE LINK BELOW with any businesses you are associated with that may be willing to take out an advertisement in the program.

https://rockhillbod.com/olde-english-program-advertising/

Deadline to submit ads: October 10

UPCOMING FUNDRAISERS AND SPIRIT NIGHTS

  • Wed 9/24 (11am-9pm) Spirit Night: Whit’s Frozen Custard (145 E White St)
  • Wed 10/22 Spirit Night: Empire Pizza Newport
  • Wed 11/12 Spirit Night: Sonny’s BBQ
  • Wreath Sale: Mon 10/6-Fri11/7
    Wreath Pickup at NHS Sat 11/22 (9am-12pm)
    Sale Price $35.00

BAND MERCH

First round of merchandise has arrived and will be distributed today.

Bank of America Stadium Volunteer Opportunities
$100 credit per person per shift
Each family is asked to volunteer for at least two events

View the Schedule of Available Events

Complete Required Training for Bank of America Stadium Before You Can Volunteer

This Week’s Events:

  • Mon 9/15 – Rehearsal until 6:30pm
  • Tues 9/16 – Rehearsal until 6:30pm
  • Wed 9/17 – No Events After School
  • Thurs 9/18 – Rehearsal until 6:30pm
  • Fri 9/19 – Mini Camp #2
    Rehearsal at NHS until 6:30pm
  • Sat 9/20 – RHSD Band Exhibition
    Bring instrument, socks, shoes, athletic shorts, band shirt, and Band Bun

Next Week’s Events:

Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons

NHS BAND Facebook Posts

We were honored to participate in today’s 9/11 Remembrance at Northwestern High School.Image attachment

We were honored to participate in today’s 9/11 Remembrance at Northwestern High School. ... See MoreSee Less

1 week ago
View on Facebook
· Share
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email
View Comments
  • likes love 37
  • Shares: 1
  • Comments: 1

1 CommentsComment on Facebook

Load more