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WHS Color Guard Accepting Applications for Fall 2020 Season
Posted on 04/30/2020
The Washington High School Color Guard is currently accepting applications for membership for the 2020 fall season.
Since school is online for the remainder of the school year, the Color Guard will not be holding in-person auditions, but will instead be awarding membership based on applications.
Any student who will be enrolled at Washington High School during the fall of 2020 who meets academic requirements is welcome to apply; no experience is necessary.
As a part of the application, students will be required to submit a letter of recommendation and a short answer response as to why they want to be a member of the Washington High School Color Guard.
Before continuing with this application, please read the Color Guard handbook to learn more about the team and what will be expected of members during the season.
Please complete the application by May 21.
For more information, contact Kristen Bretzke at kristen.bretzke@washington.k12.mo.us.
Click below for more information!
http://www.washington.k12.mo.us/news/what_s_new/whs_color_guard_applications
WHS Color Guard Accepting Applications for Fall 2020 Season
Posted on 04/30/2020
The Washington High School Color Guard is currently accepting applications for membership for the 2020 fall season.
Since school is online for the remainder of the school year, the Color Guard will not be holding in-person auditions, but will instead be awarding membership based on applications.
Any student who will be enrolled at Washington High School during the fall of 2020 who meets academic requirements is welcome to apply; no experience is necessary.
As a part of the application, students will be required to submit a letter of recommendation and a short answer response as to why they want to be a member of the Washington High School Color Guard.
Before continuing with this application, please read the Color Guard handbook to learn more about the team and what will be expected of members during the season.
Please complete the application by May 21.
For more information, contact Kristen Bretzke at kristen.bretzke@washington.k12.mo.us.
Click below for more information!
http://www.washington.k12.mo.us/news/what_s_new/whs_color_guard_applications
Washington Senior Band Booster Scholarship Application
This scholarship is for one graduating Washington High School band member. This $500 scholarship is a one- time honor and will be given directly to the student upon verification of enrollment in a two- or four-year higher education institution.
Eligibility Criteria:
1. Applicant must be a graduating senior student who will be pursuing a 2- or 4-year degree and will be a full time student in the Fall of 2020.
2. Applicant must be an active WHS Band student in good standing within the band program.
3. Applicant must have a 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher grade point average at WHS.
4. Financialneedisnotabasisforreceivingthishonor.
Instructions:
1. Applicant must respond to all areas to be considered a complete application. Asterisk areas are optional.
2. Completed applications must be scanned and sent to ryan.lovell@washington.k12.mo.us
May 15, 2020. No late applications will be accepted.
3. If you have any questions regarding this application, contact Mr. Lovell
Application: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10oV81RGUe3y_Qz06XapHnkfVOJib_lry/view?usp=sharing
This scholarship is for one graduating Washington High School band member. This $500 scholarship is a one- time honor and will be given directly to the student upon verification of enrollment in a two- or four-year higher education institution.
Eligibility Criteria:
1. Applicant must be a graduating senior student who will be pursuing a 2- or 4-year degree and will be a full time student in the Fall of 2020.
2. Applicant must be an active WHS Band student in good standing within the band program.
3. Applicant must have a 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher grade point average at WHS.
4. Financialneedisnotabasisforreceivingthishonor.
Instructions:
1. Applicant must respond to all areas to be considered a complete application. Asterisk areas are optional.
2. Completed applications must be scanned and sent to ryan.lovell@washington.k12.mo.us
May 15, 2020. No late applications will be accepted.
3. If you have any questions regarding this application, contact Mr. Lovell
Application: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10oV81RGUe3y_Qz06XapHnkfVOJib_lry/view?usp=sharing
Washington Section Leader/Drum Major Application Form - 2020
Good Morning Washington! Here is the application link and requirements for a section leader/drum major for 2020. Please read all the listed requirements Section leaders only need to complete the application.
A video will need to be submitted for the drum major audition. This requirement will be posted as soon as it is complete. Make sure you are logged into your school account on Google.
Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1b_GnFBFcaTXVDcMEdBar-qCq57-gTsr2/view?usp=sharing
Eligibility: To be eligible for Section Leader, applicant must be an incoming junior or senior, a member of the Marching Band at Washington, and be in good standing with the Directors. If you can not accept the reality that you may not be chosen, then you should not try out for this position. Your intentions must be for the good of the band, not for yourself. If you have done this before, all past section leaders must apply again to be considered.
Requirements to be demonstrated:
Students will be asked questions relating to their experiences in the marching band, their leadership style and quality, their musicianship, and their vision for the program. A reference sheet will also be added to be signed by classroom teachers.
The Role of the Section Leader: A very important role the marching band is that of the section leader. This person is a leader on and off the field. The section leader exemplifies the spirit, dignity, and bearing of the entire band, and therefore should possess these qualities to the highest degree. Section leaders are not just for the fall semesters. They will be expected to be leaders all year and participate in as much as possible.
Duties of the Section Leader include but are not limited to:
A. Marching Rehearsals
Assists directors in the teaching of marching drills—leading by example.
Helps individual band members with difficult sections of the drill when problems arise.
Acts as proper example for difficult maneuvers.
Helps maintain discipline at all times.
B. Music Rehearsals
Always be the first to have your music learned and memorized!
Section Leaders should be the top musicians in their section!
Hold weekly sectionals throughout the marching season (and some summer rehearsals).
Help members of your section with learning their parts.
C. Performance
Take responsibility for making sure your section is assembled in the proper formation at the
pre-designated time and place.
Assist directors in taking attendance and assist with general inspection of your section.
Set the perfect example at all times in dress, leadership, punctuality, alertness, precise marching, & esprit de corps.
Desirable Qualities of a Section Leader
A strong dedication to the band program by the individual is vital.
The individual's musical ability should be of the highest level.
The candidate should possess a good personality and should get along well with others.
Candidate should be very dependable.
Exhibiting a good attitude, being positive, and encouraging good morale within the band is a major responsibility of the Section Leader.
Before clicking the application form below:
By returning this application you are showing that you understand what is being expected of you should you qualify for the position. A Section Leader is not expected to be at all rehearsals, he/she is REQUIRED to be at them all. There are no “free days” for the Section Leader. You will be asked to make numerous sacrifices for the good of the band program and your section. Do not return this application unless you have absolutely no hesitations about what this position entails.
It is understood that if I am selected as Section Leader, I will be expected to:
Application Link - https://bit.ly/2VSzSdz
Teacher Rec Form Below:
Good Morning Washington! Here is the application link and requirements for a section leader/drum major for 2020. Please read all the listed requirements Section leaders only need to complete the application.
A video will need to be submitted for the drum major audition. This requirement will be posted as soon as it is complete. Make sure you are logged into your school account on Google.
Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1b_GnFBFcaTXVDcMEdBar-qCq57-gTsr2/view?usp=sharing
Eligibility: To be eligible for Section Leader, applicant must be an incoming junior or senior, a member of the Marching Band at Washington, and be in good standing with the Directors. If you can not accept the reality that you may not be chosen, then you should not try out for this position. Your intentions must be for the good of the band, not for yourself. If you have done this before, all past section leaders must apply again to be considered.
Requirements to be demonstrated:
Students will be asked questions relating to their experiences in the marching band, their leadership style and quality, their musicianship, and their vision for the program. A reference sheet will also be added to be signed by classroom teachers.
The Role of the Section Leader: A very important role the marching band is that of the section leader. This person is a leader on and off the field. The section leader exemplifies the spirit, dignity, and bearing of the entire band, and therefore should possess these qualities to the highest degree. Section leaders are not just for the fall semesters. They will be expected to be leaders all year and participate in as much as possible.
Duties of the Section Leader include but are not limited to:
A. Marching Rehearsals
Assists directors in the teaching of marching drills—leading by example.
Helps individual band members with difficult sections of the drill when problems arise.
Acts as proper example for difficult maneuvers.
Helps maintain discipline at all times.
B. Music Rehearsals
Always be the first to have your music learned and memorized!
Section Leaders should be the top musicians in their section!
Hold weekly sectionals throughout the marching season (and some summer rehearsals).
Help members of your section with learning their parts.
C. Performance
Take responsibility for making sure your section is assembled in the proper formation at the
pre-designated time and place.
Assist directors in taking attendance and assist with general inspection of your section.
Set the perfect example at all times in dress, leadership, punctuality, alertness, precise marching, & esprit de corps.
Desirable Qualities of a Section Leader
A strong dedication to the band program by the individual is vital.
The individual's musical ability should be of the highest level.
The candidate should possess a good personality and should get along well with others.
Candidate should be very dependable.
Exhibiting a good attitude, being positive, and encouraging good morale within the band is a major responsibility of the Section Leader.
Before clicking the application form below:
By returning this application you are showing that you understand what is being expected of you should you qualify for the position. A Section Leader is not expected to be at all rehearsals, he/she is REQUIRED to be at them all. There are no “free days” for the Section Leader. You will be asked to make numerous sacrifices for the good of the band program and your section. Do not return this application unless you have absolutely no hesitations about what this position entails.
It is understood that if I am selected as Section Leader, I will be expected to:
- Support the Band Directors and other Staff with the utmost dedication, devotion and loyalty.
- Maintain a strong dedication to the entire band program.
- Will not miss any rehearsal, performances or functions of the band except for severe illness or death in the family.
- Up-hold the highest possible standards as set for all band members.
- Demonstrate the highest level of musicianship throughout the entire year.
- Will be enrolled in band the entire year.
- If not chosen, I will assume my regular role in the band and give full cooperation to the other members selected and Director.
Application Link - https://bit.ly/2VSzSdz
Teacher Rec Form Below:
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In the last 24 hours, WGI, CSPA and MCCGA have all cancelled the remainder of their seasons due to health concerns with the coronavirus. Although we understand their decision is the right one, it does not make the reality any easier for either the winter guard or percussion.
Both groups have been working very hard each week for months to hone their skills and learn great shows. Although the season will be ending prematurely, we know that each performer can hold their head up high knowing that they each have improved as musicians, performers, and people through this activity.
Please join the WHS Winter Guard and Winter Percussion as we close our season out with one final performance in the Big Bluejay Gym. Percussion will perform at 7:30 and Guard will perform at 7:45.
These amazing students have been working very hard over the last few months to learn two great shows so please come out and show your support!
Both groups have been working very hard each week for months to hone their skills and learn great shows. Although the season will be ending prematurely, we know that each performer can hold their head up high knowing that they each have improved as musicians, performers, and people through this activity.
Please join the WHS Winter Guard and Winter Percussion as we close our season out with one final performance in the Big Bluejay Gym. Percussion will perform at 7:30 and Guard will perform at 7:45.
These amazing students have been working very hard over the last few months to learn two great shows so please come out and show your support!
Future WHS Band Member Letter:
Dear Future Bluejay Band Members and Families,
We would like to welcome you to Washington High School, and the Washington High School Band. As a member of the WHS Bands you are joining a program of success that continues each year! Participation in music courses is a recognized indicator of success in and after high school. The creative skills, teamwork, and high expectations emphasized in our band program will stick with you for the rest of your life. Not to mention the numerous scholarship opportunities.
We strive daily for excellence, and we want YOU to be a part of it. We want the band room at WHS to be your home for the next four years. Our band program is the largest activity in the high school, and it is one big family!
We look forward to you becoming a vital member of it.
Respectfully
Ryan Lovell, Tricia Holm, and Jacob Bisaillon Band Directors
washingtonmobands.com
Dear Future Bluejay Band Members and Families,
We would like to welcome you to Washington High School, and the Washington High School Band. As a member of the WHS Bands you are joining a program of success that continues each year! Participation in music courses is a recognized indicator of success in and after high school. The creative skills, teamwork, and high expectations emphasized in our band program will stick with you for the rest of your life. Not to mention the numerous scholarship opportunities.
We strive daily for excellence, and we want YOU to be a part of it. We want the band room at WHS to be your home for the next four years. Our band program is the largest activity in the high school, and it is one big family!
We look forward to you becoming a vital member of it.
Respectfully
Ryan Lovell, Tricia Holm, and Jacob Bisaillon Band Directors
washingtonmobands.com
Post BOA and Monday Band Pictures
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Good Morning Band Family, As we transition out of marching season and into pep/concert band, we still have our band pictures on Monday at 8am. This will also be our last early morning rehearsal for the season. We had a great run at BOA on Friday and we made it back in time for pre-game and another great final performance of our show "Flight". We had the cleanest and most relaxed run in the dome to date! Thank you to the amazing parents that helped out on Friday at the dome, the parents who helped with dinner, and the everyone who helped out the band in some way during the season. Performing at BOA is a great experience that is second to none in the dome. It is the most organized and well equipped facility that we can perform in during the season. If you didn't get a chance to see the band perform. The event has 69 bands performing over two days. The second half of bands are performing today and are available to watch on Flomarching.com. This event is the "super bowl" of band competitions. |
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We are not quite finished with football games just yet. There will be a playoff game on November 1st. Please add that to your calendars.
Thank you for a great season and keep up with us until the end of the year. The remainder of the year isn't performed on the field, but it really is the most important part of the developing the complete music student. Please keep up with us and help to reinforce your student in growing their musical abilities. The concert and full band schedule is above under calendar.
Respectfully,
Mr. Lovell
Thank you for a great season and keep up with us until the end of the year. The remainder of the year isn't performed on the field, but it really is the most important part of the developing the complete music student. Please keep up with us and help to reinforce your student in growing their musical abilities. The concert and full band schedule is above under calendar.
Respectfully,
Mr. Lovell
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Remind App Changes
Good Morning Band Family, Remind has changed the way the app allows organizations to contact its members for free. Remind has capped it free messages to 150 people. In order to keep our prices down I have made 4 different remind groups by graduation year. This will allow us to contact you just the way we always have. Thank you for your patience! |
@Remind Classes for Parents and Students -
Compose a text and send to 81010. In the subject use the code below: Class of 2020: @bdb46b Class of 2021: @6kb3ah Class of 2022: @ef6k78 Class of 2023: @gegg28 These are for both Parents and Students |
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ContactWashington High School
600 Blue Jay Drive Washington, MO 63090 Phone: (636) 231-2200 Fax: (636) 231-2165 |
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