News and Notes 9/8/25
"Synergy is the bonus that is achieved when things work together harmoniously."
ANDREW MARCHING INVITATIONAL - 9/13/25
SHOW WEEK#2!! Details for Andrew Marching Invitational. A couple things to keep in mind: Spectator tickets are online purchase only and apparel orders are online, too.
FUNDRAISE GENIUS
WE ARE OFF AND GOING WITH OUR ANNUAL FUNDRAISER - IF YOU ARE NOT SIGNED UP, GET SIGNED UP!! $30,000 is our goal and helps our students out tremendously.
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
FOOTBALL GAME 9/12/25 (SENIOR NIGHT)
UNIFORM: Short Sleeve Traditional Uniform - Meaning wear member shirt (Black Shirt), bibbers, black socks, marching shoes, and jacket with sleeves detached. PLEASE SEE UNIFORM POLICY for further instructions
GUARD: Wear school guard uniforms
SCHEDULE:
5:20pm Uniform Closet Opens (Change in Auditorium)
5:45pm Senior Parents Meet on Track by Scoreboard/Seniors Go To Stadium and Meet Parents
6:00pm Line Up in 2s/Move to Stadium/Uniform Closet is CLOSED
6:15pm Pre-Game Tunnel - Senior Night: Football, Cheer, Dance, Band, Choir
7:00pm Following Senior Night and Football Team Runout: Music Warmups in SECTIONS
7:20pm Fight Song/National Anthem
7:30pm Estimated Game Start
8:30pm Estimated Time of Halftime (Perform Parts 1&2)
8:45pm Equipment Back to Band Room, Meet on Island, Change (Hang Uniform Up Appropriately), Dismissal
9:15pm Estimated Time for Student Pickup
TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DEPENDING ON PROGRESS OF THE JV FOOTBALL GAME and/or WEATHER
PARENTS: To observe the band perform for games, you will need to purchase an entrance at the ticket box office.
SPIRIT WEAR - WILD STYLE APPAREL
Items from online orders will be available for pickup on THURSDAY in front of the band room, starting at 8:15pm. Contact annemarie.pedraza@pnhsbands.org with any questions.
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. The meeting will also be available through Google Meets. Details will be sent in the Band Parent Facebook Group.
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.
DINING OUT-BACKROADS (9/22/25)
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.
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/
