June 10 IMA Newsletter

GENERAL:

• DUE JULY 01: 24 - 25 Marching Band Registration & Medical Forms
• THIS WEEK: Percussion Clinic (June 10 - 11)
• THIS WEEK: Guard Audition Camp
• OPPORTUNITY FOR SUMMER: Private Lessons information
• 2024 - 2025 Summer/Fall Calendar
  

FUNDRAISING:

• Leave a Legacy Campaign - current total: $15,300!
• Business Sponsorship Information
• RaiseRight Fundraising Opportunity

THIS WEEK:

Monday, June 10:

• Percussion Clinic, 2:00 - 8:00p (arrive by 1:30p)
• Guard Audition Camp, 4:00 - 8:00p

Tuesday, June 11:

• Percussion Clinic, 9:00a - 3:00p (arrive by 8:30a)
• Guard Audition Camp, 4:00 - 8:00p

Wednesday, June 12:

• Guard Audition Camp, 4:00 - 8:00p

Thursday, June 13:

• New Band Council Meeting, 10:00 - 11:30a
• Guard Audition Camp, 4:00 - 8:00p

Friday, June 14:

• Guard Audition Camp, 9:00a- 12:00p
• New Orchestra Council Meeting, 10:00 - 11:30a

Stay up to date by viewing our online calendar on our website!

We are excited to usher in the 100th edition of our EAHS "Red Rover" Marching Band for the 2024 - 2025 school year! This will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our students, with many special events planned.

*NEW THIS YEAR: we are moving our hard copy forms to be digital.

ALL members, both new & returning, must complete the following process no later than July 01, 2024. We are strongly encouraging everyone to complete this prior to the end of school.

To complete these forms, please click on this link and follow these instructions:

• Select "Music"
• Complete "2024 Red Rover Marching Band Registration"
• Complete "2024 Red Rover Student Medical Form"

Students should plan to arrive between 15 - 30 minutes prior to the start time. In addition, ensure you have all items listed on the document above. Dinner and lunch will be provided, however, you are also welcome to bring your own meal if you wish.

Be flexible and willing to work. We will be our best only if every person is working at their best.

Guard auditions for the 2024 - 2025 school year take place this week! The schedule will be as follows:

Monday: 4 - 8p

Tuesday: 4 - 8p

Wednesday: 4 - 8p

Thursday: 4 - 8p

Friday: 9a - 12p

For more information regarding auditions, please ensure you have joined the audition band app using this link.

With the summer approaching, it is a great opportunity to begin private lessons! These are a wonderful chance to work individually with a teacher and work specifically on items you/your student may be wanting to focus on.

IT IS A GREAT WAY TO GET AHEAD FOR THE UPCOMING SCHOOL YEAR!

Finding the right teacher is crucial in order for this to be a success! Someone who works well with one student may not work well with another.

Take a moment to review this list of private instructors in the area. If you are interested in starting lessons, don't hesitate to reach out for more information!

Private Lesson Teacher List

Please see this document for a listing of all summer/fall dates for marching band.

Have a great summer :)

The 2024 – 2025 school year will mark our band’s 100th anniversary! This is a momentous occasion where we can reflect on the past, but also look towards the future with both our band and orchestra. We are kicking off a fundraising campaign in the hopes that we can leave a lasting legacy and continue to be able to provide EVERY student in band and orchestra with the tools they need to be successful into the future.

Our goal is to raise $30,000 for our instrumental music program through this fundraiser. This will cover the cost of our annual scholarships, instrument maintenance, and many events planned for our band's 100th anniversary!

Dates: February 12 - June 30

To donate or to learn more information, please click here!

Also, if you know any EAHS band alumni, please spread the word about our alumni band!

The IMA is seeking business sponsors to help support our students! This is a NEW extension of our program and we are looking forward to the opportunity to give more to our students!

Corporate sponsorship of the IMA is integral to the financial well-being of our operating budget supporting the many opportunities afforded our students. The IMA supports over $80,000 in annual expenses, including annual scholarships, marching band operating expenses, uniform care, new instrument/ equipment purchases, maintenance costs, travel opportunities, and more.

As a corporate sponsor of the IMA, there are many benefits your organization would receive, in addition to supporting our students. We hope you consider supporting our wonderful music program. Our students work incredibly hard each year and we hope to be able to continue to support their needs through generous donations such as yours.

How it works

1. Ask local businesses to support our program by directing them to our website OR handing them this letter!
2. Businesses will complete the form at the bottom of this page.
3. Upon completion, businesses will receive email confirmation.
4. They will be contacted by our business sponsor chairperson for details re: specifics pertaining to your sponsorship level (advertisement design, etc.). Artwork requirements
5. If paying via check, mailing address is:
   Instrumental Music Association
   Attn: Business Sponsorships
   PO Box 3535
   Easton, PA 18043

For more information, please visit our Sponsorship Website!

An EASY & EFFECTIVE means of fundraising!

WHAT IS IT?
Participants can buy gift cards at face value. There is a percentage listed that you earn for every purchase. Gift cards are either instant download and/ or physical gift cards. You can then spend the gift cards as you would normally, knowing you helped fundraise!

HOW IT WORKS:

Click here to learn more about the program, create your account & begin fundraising! Friends & family can help fundraise anywhere in the country - it is a great way to get relatives involved who may not be able to participate in our normal fundraisers.

*If ordering Giant gift cards, please ensure you look for the logo below to use at Giant. Do not use any other logos, as they will not be able to be used at Giant.

The Easton Area High School (EAHS) Instrumental Music Program has a long history of success. The program consists of nearly 380 students in grades 9 – 12 and encompasses marching band, three concert bands, three orchestras, two jazz ensembles, pep band, and pit orchestra.

Email: ballentinec@eastonsd.org
Website: www.eahsmusic.org
Location: 2601 William Penn Highway, Easton, PA, USA
Phone: (610) 250 2481
Facebook: facebook.com/eahsmusic
Twitter: @eahs_band