News and Notes 8/31/26
MARCHING BAND THIS WEEK
Tuesday and Thursday this week, enjoy the weekend off as we set ourselves up for the performance part of the season. TUESDAYS, we wear white t-shirts to focus on the visuals and drill. THURSDAYS, we’ll wear SHAKOS to test them out.
LAKE PARK LANCER JOUST (9/12/26)
Our FIRST SHOW PERFORMANCE is coming up soon. In the itinerary, you will find our schedule, full show schedule, and spectator information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yaAqQPvyynuAY0FsF8Y_gUggASLqEtq4QfgFfh0gtU8/edit?usp=drive_link
FUNDRAISE GENIUS FUNDRAISER - DONATION DRIVE
Our biggest fundraiser of the year will be kicking off this week with a goal of raising $30,000 over the next two weeks! Students will receive all information at practice on Tuesday 9/1 including a blank form to collect contact information for potential donors.
Please start collecting emails or phone numbers for a minimum of 10 different family members, family friends, parent’s co-workers, etc. (please don’t include past teachers or band directors). Students will bring this list to practice on Thursday 9/3 where we will help them enter this information into the Fundraise Genius platform during practice.
The first email/text blast will be sent out to those contacts on Friday directing them to our specific PNHS Marching Tigers Fundraise Genius page where they will learn why we are reaching out, how it benefits the students, and how they can contribute to our program!
There will be some reward opportunities for students to be won by top participants and the funds raised by this event are crucial for keeping our program running at “1st Place in State” levels! So, please help your student gather as many high-quality contacts as you can to be ready to start making an impact on Thursday!
SECTIONALS
Wind Sectionals CONTINUE this week. Students are expected to attend sectionals. These rehearsals provide a great opportunity for individual growth within a group setting. Since we began holding sectional rehearsals several years ago, we've eliminated playing tests, as we've seen students improve more through sectionals.
Guard and Percussion sectionals are before rehearsals on Tuesday and/or Thursday. Staff will specify who should be at those sectionals.
BAND HANDBOOK
Great to see many parents at Curriculum Night! Here is our band handbook with general information about the band program, grading, and more! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JnCbdHqlXgZQLPF57x6NmYD-vLJbWmUAF54N7Xtjb2c/edit?usp=sharing
ABSENCES
Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is mandatory. Our success as a group depends on the commitment of every individual. When a member is absent, it directly impacts the entire ensemble's ability to prepare and perform at its best.
Attendance directly affects a student's grade and performance status. We encourage students to balance their commitments and prioritize their involvement. We understand conflicts happen, just please communicate!
Absence Reporting: If a student will miss a full band rehearsal or performance for an excused absence, a parent or guardian must complete the Absence Report Form at the link below.
Do not email the directors about absences unless you have a specific question. The form is the required method for reporting.
Filling out the form does not automatically excuse an absence. The director will review the submission.
Contact Information:Mr. La Vallee is the director in charge of attendance. He can be reached at jlavalle@psd202.org
Color Guard and Percussion: Do not use this form for sectional absences. Please contact your section heads directly to report any absences or issues.https://forms.gle/PwFju9Zye95i85rf7
DINING OUT - BACKROADS 9/14/26
SEPTEMBER PARENT BOOSTER MEETING
Join us on Wednesday, September 9th, at 7pm for our monthly meeting that helps determine funding, volunteerism, and advocacy for our students. Enter through Door P.
MARCHING BAND PAYMENTS
ALL PAYMENTS ARE PAST DUE. The fees can be paid by installments or all at once. Here is the payment schedule for reference:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UGqPU0eQd5cZ02eQThva_FAC7P8jmQxAjaHms24Sd1Q/edit?usp=drive_link
Payment for fees can be done by:
Online payment via Cut Time with a Credit Card. This method does include a 3% service fee. Links have been sent regarding this.
Pay by check or cash and deposited in the red box in Mr. Hatcher’s office (this is the easiest) or send via mail. Please make checks payable to PNHS Band Boosters and write the student’s name on the memo line.
Mailing Address:
Plainfield North High School Band Boosters
PO Box 531
Plainfield, IL 60544
Please reach out to treasurer@pnhsbands.org with questions
CALENDAR
Distributed on Curriculum Night, here is our Performance Calendar in list format: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1A8acyy9BLGKJG4rqmBZGKzpjivRh7miwu1hIl5up6Nk/edit?usp=drive_link
Also follow our GOOGLE CALENDAR: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1A8acyy9BLGKJG4rqmBZGKzpjivRh7miwu1hIl5up6Nk/edit?usp=drive_link
QUINLAN AND FABISH - INSTRUMENT REPAIRS AND NEEDS
Quinlan and Fabish, our district preferred music store, has their website operational and is shipping out stuff in a timely manner. If you need music supplies, visit www.qandf.com
SOCIAL MEDIA
We are on social media. Check us out:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pnbands
Instagram: www.instagram.com/pnbands
Facebook(Parents/Alumni): https://www.facebook.com/groups/457301267702070/
