THAT WYLIE BUGLE 7/29-8/3

We started our annual fundraiser on Monday during band camp through a company called 99 Pledges.

As a team we need to make a big push this week. IF WE DON'T RAISE FUNDS ON OUR FUNDRAISER, IT WILL BE ADDED TO FEES IN ORDER TO TRAVEL TO SAN ANTONIO AND FUND OUR BOOSTER BUDGET.

Let's all do our part. We will have a video to add to the page for your supporters to see you in action.

Here’s what you need to do:

• Check your email for your personal page’s link and instructions; emails were sent to the student email and first adult email listed in Presto. Contact Mr. Schroeder at mark.schroeder@wylieisd.net if you didn’t receive an email.
• Update your page with your picture
• Enter cell phone numbers and/or email addresses of anyone you think might donate to you or THAT WYLIE BAND
• Post your personal page’s link or the band link to social media (click on the 99 Pledges icon for the band link)
• SOCIAL MEDIA IS HUGE ON THIS!!!! POST POST POST POST

Last year we raised $65,000. Our goal this year is, $80,000 as a band! That is $275 per student! WE NEED EVERYONE’S PARTICIPATION TO MAKE THIS HAPPEN.

Yard signs, photo buttons, clear bags, car decals and select spirit wear items that we have in stock are now available at https://wylie-band-booster-club.square.site
Deadline for custom yard signs is August 9th!
New fall spirit wear coming August 1st. Summer items are still available at https://joltprinting.square.site/twb

Wylie Athletic Boosters have extended the deadline to August 2nd for you to add a page celebrating your child. See the info page below.

We will have frequent water breaks outside, and a water procedure to save time and give you more time during your water break. You MUST have your TWB water jug.

• If you don't have it, a parent will be called to bring it up to you.
  
• You WILL NOT share water jugs. This is to avoid the spread of any illnesses.
• Take your health seriously. It is easy to be outside if you practice healthy habits.

We are looking for parent volunteers for our new MEDIA TEAM. If you are a skilled photographer or videographer please contact Mitchell Moore at mitchellmoore454@gmail.com for more information.

There are so many great ways to get involved! Check out our volunteer page for information regarding our committees. HUGE thanks to parents who have already jumped in and volunteered. We couldn't do it without you! Football game chaperone and concession sign ups are coming soon!!!

Parents - complete your background check for 2024-2025 here.

Our friends at Rouse HS in Leander put this video together to understand the benefits of band as it applies to the business world.

All students in grades 9-12 who are enrolled in the band program, regardless of the band class in which they are placed, will participate in marching band. There are two levels of marching band:

1. THAT WYLIE BAND (TWB) consists of all students in grades 9-12. Members of THAT WYLIE BAND will attend all football games and perform throughout the game in the bleachers. TWB will perform in a pre-game show for home games and will perform at half-time during some early season games. They will also perform the drill team music during half-time at all games. Members of THAT WYLIE BAND will also perform at all playoff games should the football team advance. Look carefully at the rehearsal schedule (attached) for rehearsals for THAT WYLIE BAND. Students who are in THAT WYLIE BAND are only responsible for those rehearsals and are not expected to attend the Competition Marching Band rehearsals.

2. Competition Marching Band. Any student in grades 9-12 is eligible for a position in this group. Students who are selected for the Competition Marching Band will participate in all the activities listed above for members of THAT WYLIE BAND. In addition, they will perform at all half-time shows throughout the season and will compete at all marching band contests in the fall.

Selection for the Competition Marching Band (You can do it!)

The selection process for the Competition Marching Band is based on three criteria: Music, Marching, and Responsibility.

1. Music –Memorization, tone quality, technique.

2. Marching – Mastery of marching technique, memorization of drill sets, ability to play while marching.

3. Responsibility – Attendance, promptness, having all materials for rehearsals, both inside and outside.

Please follow this simple guideline to keep your body strong and healthy in the heat. 99% of all health issues can be avoided by taking care of your body. Not doing so is detrimental to you and the group.

1. Hydrate yourself before, during, and after rehearsal

2. Eat breakfast (milk is OK as long as you drink an equal amount of water)

3. Bring a snack...yes, you can bring a snack to eat during breaks.

4. Go to bed at a reasonable time (no later than 10:30pm)

5. Become a “morning person”

6. Wake up early enough so you are not rushing and can have a relaxing morning

7. Plan a healthy lunch (if you do not know what this is…look it up on the internet)

8. Look at the schedule for the day in advance and plan accordingly

Students are responsible for their own lunch for the duration of band camp. Students may either bring their lunch, go home to eat, or go out to eat. There will be designated areas for students who bring their lunch.

See schedule below.

• July 29th – Pregame on the Field marching and playing-music memorized
  
• July 29th – Competition Movement 1 playing-music memorized
  
• August 3th – Competition Movement 1 Intro drill & music / mvmt 1 playing-music memorized
  
• August 24th – Competition Movement 1 ALL drill & music / mvmt 2 playing-music memorized
  
• September 13th – Competition Movement 2 drill & music / mvmt 3 playing-music memorized
  
• October 5th – Full Competition Show on the field

• October 5th – Wylie Marching Invitational - All day
  
• October 12th – Bands Of America Prosper - All day (Prelims/Finals)
  
• October 19th – UIL Marching Contest (Plano Kimbrough Stadium)- ½ day, Schedule TBA
  
• October 26st – Duncanville Marching Invitational - All day (Prelims/Finals)
  
• November 2nd – UIL Area J Marching Contest - All day (Prelims/Finals) 4 Advance to State Marching Championships
  
• November 9-12 - Bands Of America Super Regional San Antonio / UIL State Marching Championships

School begins in Wylie ISD on Thursday, 8/8. There will be NO MORNING REHEARSAL ON THURSDAY (8/8) morning; Morning rehearsals will begin Friday, 8/11.

Please take note of the following list to help you get ready and organized for rehearsal and school.

• Eat breakfast
  
• Hydrate yourself
  
• Become a “morning person”
  
• Organize yourself and your supplies before you go to bed
  
• Go to bed at a reasonable time (before 10:30pm)
  
• Have a gym bag or use your TWB tote bag (separate from school bag) for your change of clothes and personal effects.

Example of contents of your gym bag/band tote bag – NOT A GROCERY BAG

• Change of clothes (Remember DRESS CODE!)
  
• Deodorant / Toiletries
  
• Snack (something to keep you going until lunch)

** Does not apply to Color Guard

It is hard to believe that in just a couple weeks we will be fitting new members for uniforms. There is one garment that you will need to purchase on your own- Compression Shorts or Leggings. Please understand that you will be changing into your uniform in an open area, so your undergarment must be appropriate. Due to the design of our uniform and how it is form fitting, we will be use compression shorts/leggings under the uniform.

Since there are so many varieties (material and style) and prices of this product, I did not want to have this something that we purchase on your behalf. These will need to be at least 9 inches in length (no short shorts). Please let me know if you have any questions….but please do not ask me fashion advice. I don’t care what color either. YOU WILL NEED TO WEAR THESE ON YOUR UNIFORM FITTING DAY (below).

Who needs a physical?

Any student participating in Junior High or High School athletics along with High School Marching Band/Color Guard will be required to get a new physical every 2 years.

THERE ARE ONLY 2 FORMS THAT BAND REQUIRES (Click the button below)

• PREPARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EVALUATION - MEDICAL HISTORY (YEARLY)
• PREPARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EVALUATION - PHYSICAL EXAMINATION (EVERY 2 YEARS)

WHERE DO I UPLOAD THE PHYSICAL FORMS?

• RANK ONE PORTAL FORM UPLOAD

Caveat - IF YOU ARE IN HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS, you will have more forms and information to fill out. It all goes to the same place, so you only need to go through the athletics department forms and process, not both.

WHERE TO GET A PHYSICAL?

• Your primary care physician
• Care Now offers physicals for $35. Just call and schedule (See flyer below)

• July 15-19 Color Guard Summer Camp #2 @WHS
  
• July 15-19 Drumline Camp – (Drumline = All percussionists)
  

• July 22-26 FULL THAT WYLIE BAND CAMP

• July 27th - BAND PARTY! (Mandatory fun) @ Strike + Reel. 10AM-1PM
• July 29 & August 1-2 FULL THAT WYLIE BAND CAMP
• August 3 - 8:00AM – 11:00AM (Saturday) Competition Marching Band Only- Drill Rehearsal
  
• August 5-6 Competition Marching Band Only (Morning/Evening)
  
• August 6 - WHS Meet the Teacher Nigh 4pm-6pm
  
• August 8 - FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
  
• August 9 - 7:00AM-8:10AM FULL MARCHING BAND REHEARSAL (FULL TWB)
  
• August 10 - 8:00AM – 11:00AM (Saturday) Competition Marching Band Only- Drill Rehearsal
  
• August 12 (Competition Rehearsal Schedule begins)
  
• Monday - 7:00AM-8:20AM & 5:00PM-8:00PM
• Tuesday - NO MARCHING BAND REHEARSAL UNLESS A THURSDAY GAME
• Wednesday - 7:00AM-8:20AM
• Thursday - 7:00AM-8:20AM
• Friday - 7:00AM-8:20AM
• August 17 - 8:00AM – 11:00AM (Saturday) Competition Marching Band Only- Drill Rehearsal
  
• August 23 Game Procedures / Food / TWB Band Night & Meet the Pirate Family Night (family/friends)
  
• August 24 - 8:00AM – 11:00AM (Saturday) Competition Marching Band Only- Drill Rehearsal
  

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dixont@wylieisd.net

Mr. Schroeder - Inventory / Lockers / Wind Ensemble / Symphonic Band

mark.schroeder@wylieisd.net

Mr. Lisko - Uniforms / Symphonic Winds / Jazz Band

stephen.lisko@wylieisd.net

Mr. Holloway - Percussion

alex.holloway@wylieisd.net

Mr. Jackson - Color Guard / Winter Guard

walter.jackson@wylieisd.net

Mrs. Stone - Finances

verna.stone@wylieisd.net