News and Notes 9/1/25
SHOW WEEK!!!
"Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success."
LAKE PARK LANCER JOUST - 9/6/25
Our first performance of the year is upon us. Here are the details for the Lake Park Lancer Joust!
FUNDRAISE GENIUS (SEPARATE EMAIL COMING)
WE ARE LACKING IN PARTICIPATION! WE NEED ALL INVOLVED! THIS IS A SIGNIFICANT PORTION OF OUR OPERATING BUDGET REVENUE!!
We're asking each student to collect 10 email addresses or phone numbers from family, friends, and other acquaintances. This contact information will be securely entered into our donation platform and will only be used to send out information about this specific drive.
Here is a 3-minute launch video if you want to understand how this works. https://www.fundraisegenius.com/onboarding
Visit the student portal where they will add AT LEAST 10 contacts. Remember, this year it can be a cell number, email, or both (which is preferred). https://www.fundraisegenius.com/pn3637/go
UNIFORMS
We are going to rehearse with uniforms on Wednesday to get a feel for them and make sure everything fits well. And, we’ll wear our uniforms on Saturday for our first performance. Please review the guide and have everything you need to fully perform:
SENIOR NIGHT FORMS - DUE 9/2
Seniors, submit this form in preparation for SENIOR NIGHT:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEdscugJEtYnmEIfWFuAdHOBYQlFuop3ZB6WClDaWS7eFSAg/viewform?usp=sf_link
DISTRICT TRAVEL RELEASE FORM - DUE 9/4
All band member parent/guardian families are REQUIRED to complete this form to travel with any activity in PSD 202. Hardcopies will be distributed on Tuesday and they are due THURSDAY night at rehearsal. Hardcopies must be submitted, please do not email. This form will cover ALL BAND ACTIVITIES for the school year.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iTUKygpgFjiaQVWapqFOskbE6ZMaSEfN/view?usp=drive_link
VICTOR J. ANDREW MARCHING INVITATIONAL - 9/13/25
Here is our current itinerary for the VJA Invitational. More information coming next week.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RIrVsQz-6n2hIBQt8PiTvwnOrlt6GZoEXaKiFnXs9XQ/edit?usp=drive_link
ATTENDANCE
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.
SEPTEMBER BAND BOOSTER MEETING
PARENTS: Join us on Wednesday, September 10th, at 7pm for the monthly meeting in the Band Room. Enter through Door P.
Our booster organization exists to support and enrich the school's band program by providing financial assistance, volunteer support, and advocating for the band. They help bridge the gap between what the school budget provides and the needs of the band, ensuring students have access to resources, opportunities, and a positive experience.
ILMEA AUDITIONS
For those auditioning for ILMEA this year. The audition deadline will be here before you know it. Work on those scales and etudes. Here is the music for reference:
ILMEA Cycle 2 Audition Material (25-26)
ISU has a FREE ILMEA workshop on September 12th. Here is the info:
PARENT INFORMATION
For Families that missed the meetings, here are the Parent Guides for Marching Band:
2025 Parent Handbook.docx
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/
