News and Notes 5/4/26
2026-2027 BAND INFORMATION
COMMITMENT FORMS ARE DUE THURSDAY!!
Here is the information that was presented on Monday regarding the start of band at PNHS.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1XZnKtkvpllUscJVc79H_8o0OHlAvqquI?usp=drive_link
Here is the Commitment Form/Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeemUwk4AG_qlnML6WeKq73VyFBaKzqU8pGfondRppQVHk9Pg/viewform?usp=header
PERCUSSION and GUARD HAS ALREADY BEGUN
Returning WIND member will begin next Tuesday
8th Grade WINDS begin on MAY 26th
TREATS AND BEATS (5/7/26)
Our Spring Event, Treats and Beats, will be held on Thursday, May 7 from 6:30 to 8:30 in the PNHS Cafeteria. We are looking for volunteers to help the evening of the event. Below are links to sign up for the night of the event and to provide treats for the bake sale. In addition, there is a link to an Amazon wish list should you wish to donate any items for the raffle baskets for the event. We appreciate any and all help you are able to provide. Thank you!!
Volunteer sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D4CAFAB29A5FD0-63619462-treats
Bake Sale sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4EADAB2EA6FC1-63740829-treats
Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2YUHM0VCJ0QFX?ref_=wl_share
MUSIC TRIP 2026-2027
Information is available for our 2027 PNHS Music Tour in Orlando, FL:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nnfdcfn_iRMmlpD7WirGyCwPaeY8pgHX?usp=drive_link
GRADUATION (5/16/26)
It is time to celebrate our graduates! Participation is mandatory and graded for all current 9th–11th grade band students.
Note: The 9th Grade Percussion Class is exempt from this event due to equipment and part limitations.
Schedule of Events
Friday, May 15
2:20 PM – 3:00 PM: Graduation Rehearsal (Band Room)
Saturday, May 16
9:00 AM: Percussion Meeting (Outside Band Room)
9:15 AM: Full Band Call Time (Stadium)
10:00 AM: Graduation Ceremony Begins
12:00 PM: Estimated Pickup (Tennis Courts)
Percussionists: Meet outside the band room at 9:00 AM to transport instruments to the stadium.
Important: There will be no access to the band room on Saturday morning. Ensure you have your instrument and music with you.
Attire & Logistics
Dress Code: Business Casual. Please wear a collared shirt or blouse, slacks (with a belt), or an appropriate-length skirt. Complete the look with dress socks and dress shoes. In short: Look your best!
Materials: Music must be in a 3-ring binder with sheet protectors.
Personal Comfort: Bring water, wear sunscreen, and feel free to use sunglasses.
Parking & Drop-off: * Students: Park by the band room and walk to the stadium.
Parents: Drop-off is at the stadium. For pickup, please meet at the tennis courts to avoid post-ceremony traffic.
Weather Plan
In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony may be delayed or moved indoors. Keep an eye on your email/messages on graduation morning for real-time updates.
DINING OUT 5/18/26 - PANERA
MAY BOOSTER MEETING (5/20/26)
MEMORIAL DAY PARADE (5/25/26)
9:30am- Park/Drop-Off/Walk to IJMS
9:45am-Meet at Richard Ira Jones Middle School-Assemble and Warm up
10:30am-Block up and March to Settler’s Park in Parade
11:00am-Ceremony Begins-Perform America the Beautiful towards the end
12:00pm-Dismissal (Might be closer to 11:45am)
PERFORMANCE WEAR: Shirt: Member shirt; Shorts: Solid black, khaki, or blue jean shorts. Must be plain with no patterns, logos, or other colors. Shoes: Gym shoes that are comfortable and supportive for marching. Additional Notes: Shirts must be tucked into shorts for uniformity. Sunglasses are allowed, but no hats.
Take your instrument home on Friday after rehearsal. All students will take their instrument with them. This includes big instruments and percussion.
PARKING will be tricky. You will not be able to park at Ira Jones. You will have to find some place around that area, or by Settler’s Park and walk to Ira Jones.
If you are being dropped off, make the drop off point by the Avery YMCA. Pickup at Settler’s Park.
There will be NO storage for cases and belongings. Leave these things in the car or at home.
Wear sunscreen! We will have water provided.
In case of bad weather, information will be sent out on REMIND
FAMILY AND FRIENDS - Please attend the event. Bring a lawn chair and set it up at Settler’s Park. Enjoy performances from Central and East, as well.
QUINLAN AND FABISH - INSTRUMENT REPAIRS AND NEEDS
SUPPLIES AND REPAIRS: 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/
