Week of May 20th
Wow, what a GREAT past few days of May Camp! The past several days gave the members of the MGJ Band the opportunity to come together for the very first time to kick-off the start of the Fall 2024 marching season! Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion & Guard all practiced in their respective groups, and also together throughout the week in order to begin the skill building process and foster team building for the upcoming season.
PARENT PREVIEW
Parents, family and friends were invited to a Preview this past Saturday where the audience was treated to performances by all of the groups mentioned above, as well as a sneak peek of the introduction to this year's marching show "Planet Disco!" We hope everyone in attendance enjoyed getting to see and hear all that the band members have been dedicating their time and energy to. We can't wait to get back in July to start building off of what we've started this past week!
REGISTRATION
Parents, we hope you were able to attend Registration Day and the parent meeting. Please be sure to carefully read through the information included in this newsletter from the Boosters to ensure that you have taken care of all of the items necessary to confirm your band/guard member's membership. It's especially important that you have completed the following tasks:
Accepted your Presto account invitation (from Mr. Malik) and completed account setup
Accepted your Band App invitation (QR code on document) and completed account setup
Completed your Financial Agreement and paid your $100 deposit
Completed your Rank One online form
Completed your UIL 8-hour rule form
Printed out a copy of your doctor Physical form and set up an appointment; form due July 22nd
Chosen your Meal Plan
Reviewed Band Merchandise/Required vs. Optional Rehearsal wear
There are several other items , such as learning more about how to volunteer and signing up for communication groups, but the above items are the most urgent and critical! PLEASE TAKE A FEW MINUTES THIS WEEK TO MAKE SURE ALL ITEMS ABOVE ARE COMPLETED!
SUMMER COMMUNICATION
Watch for newsletter and Band App communications over the coming weeks to find out more details about Summer Band and the fall rehearsal schedule! EVERYONE WILL BEGIN SUMMER BAND ON JULY 22ND!!
Volunteers Needed To Install Flags! Join The Fly A Flag Committee Today!
Volunteer to help install and pick up flags 5 times a year from the homes of Fly A Flag subscribers! Installation and pick up will take about an hour of your time (approximately 10 flags on each route) and the days/times are flexible. Installation is typically a few days before the holiday and pick up is a few days after. Flags can be stored at your house and the routes are set up by the Fly A Flag Committee Chair, Conrad Fjetland. This is an easy and flexible way to be involved and support the Johnson Band and Guard Program!
Email FlyAFlag@johnsonbands.com today to volunteer!
(Students who help an adult can count this toward their volunteer hours but an adult must be present at all installations and pick-ups.)
Subscriptions are open! Support the Johnson Band & Guard by signing up TODAY for the Fly A Flag program! For only $52 a year, we will place a 3' x 5' flag in your yard 5 times a year for patriotic holidays!
Subscript to Fly A Flag today!
Summer Band & Guard Camps and Opportunities
If you have specific questions about any of these camps, please contact Mr. Malik.
- BOA: Music for All Summer Symposium, presented by Yamaha
- Texas State: Marching, Concert and Percussion: HS/MS Concert Band Camps : Texas State University Bands : Texas State University (txst.edu)
Discounts TxSt offers:
10 or more students from 1 school - $50
All-Region Member - $50
Area Qualifier - $100
Oboe or Bassoon Player - $50
Percussionist who is attending both the Band Camp and Percussion Camp - $50
- UTSA: UTSA Music Camps | San Antonio, Texas
- Baylor: High School Band & Orchestra Camp | School of Music | Baylor University
- Texas Tech: TTU Band & Orchestra Camp | Camps | Community | School of Music | TTU
- Hays CISD Summer Band Camp: Hays CISD Summer Band Camp 2024 (jotform.com)
- Drum Major: Bands of America Drum Major Institute - The Music for All Summer Symposium
- Austin Trumpet Camp: austintrumpetcamp.com
What's Next for the Concert Uniform?
Students will wear their concert uniform one last time at the 5/8/2024 Spring Concert. After that concert, parents/students should do the following no later than 5/23/2024:
Students with Tuxedos:
- All 3 pieces of this uniform should be professionally dry cleaned before returning the uniform.
- Please note: Tuxedos that are not dry cleaned will be tracked and invoiced by the band for the expense of taking the items to the dry cleaners.
- If your student is unsure what three items he/she/they have checked out to them, please email the Uniform Coordinator with a request for the item numbers. Students have been known to mix up items during UIL.
- Leave all 3 pieces in the dry cleaning bag with the receipt and ensure the Student's Name is either on the receipt OR written on the receipt.
- We will keep these 3 items together for the students returning next year. This will potentially help eliminate the need to pay for alterations to pants next year!
- Return to the uniform to the band hall as soon as possible but no later than the last day of school.
Students with Concert Dresses:
- You may wash the dresses at home.
- Wash on cold and gentle, with a fragrance/dye free soap.
- You may dry on low heat. Hang immediately after drying to minimize wrinkles.
- Create a tag with the student's full name and put it on the hanger.
- Return to the uniform to the band hall as soon as possible but no later than the last day of school.
For seniors, the uniform coordinator will prioritize the checkin of these uniforms so graduation requirements are met. The sooner the items are returned, the sooner the uniforms can be checked in.
If you have any questions, please email the uniform coordinator at uniforms@johnsonbands.com .
This Week:
May 20th
Not in this order- stretch, eat healthy, hydrate, sleep well, study for your finals, most importantly, rest.
May 21st
Graduation Band rehearsals 1:30-3:00pm
May 22nd
Graduation Band rehearsals 1:30-3:00pm
May 23rd
ENJOY the last day of school!
Graduation Band rehearsals 1:30-3:00pm
ENJOY the last day of school!
May 24th
Enjoy your first day of Summer Break!!
May 25th
TSSEC May 25th
Save The Date:
May 29th JHS Graduation
May Sectionals and Spring Camp
What a great success it was! We currently have 42 Guard Members who attended, learned basic fundamentals and a bit of choreography for the 24-25 Marching season. During Spring Camp all members were measured for this season's PLANET DISCO marching costume. Mr. J, the Staff, and I are excited in working with all members and their families to have a successful 24 Marching Season!
Have a Great Summer!
THIS WEEK:
May 19- 25
Monday-Wednesday:
Not in this order- stretch, eat healthy, hydrate, sleep well, study for your finals, most importantly, rest.
Thursday:
- ENJOY the last day of school!
Friday:
- Enjoy your first day of Summer Break!
SAVE THE DATE!
Aug. 10 JAG JAMBOREE
CG Members: Keep an eye on your CG Band app and Classdojo for any updates.
CG Parents: Please, also keep and a look out for any updates or changes on our CG Parent Band app.
LESSONS with Ms. N Sign up by clicking on this link: Ms. N LESSON SIGN UP
Contact information for Mrs. R.Johnston: cologuard@johnsonbands.com
Contact information for Mr. J. : Zachariah.Jacobes@hayscisd.net
Jaguar Band and Guard wish list!
These are everyday items that band and guard members use and go through often. If you have the ability to assist on keeping the band hall stocked it would really help the kids!
VOLUNTEER!
Our Committee Interest Form has information about all of our committees and will help us get you connected with the perfect committee for you. Have small kids at home or a work schedule that you think will make it too hard to volunteer? We have ways that you can help during the day, evening, weekend, and at home. We have something for everyone and your involvement will help make your students band and guard goals possible!
JOIN THE FUN!
Gift Cards & E-Gift Cards
Looking at buying gift cards for your personal use or to give as gifts?
You can purchase gift cards through our Raise Right gift card fundraiser and our organization earns back a percentage of the value of the gift card. Many gift cards are digital gift cards which means you can purchase them right before you head to the store or restaurant! The donation to the band / percentage does sometimes change, with certain gift cards running promotions with a higher value of "give back" amounts so check back on your favorite stores often!
Join with our enrollment code: E3A37DB385885
https://www.johnsonbands.com/gift-card-fundraiser
Stay Connected!
- Save our website -www.johnsonbands.com
- Find copies of our Jaguar Band Newsletters at: https://www.johnsonbands.com/newsletter
- Sync to the Band Google Calendar: https://www.johnsonbands.com/calendar
- Sign up for 2022 Remind - Instructions here https://www.johnsonbands.com/get-connected
- Like our Facebook Page https://www.johnsonbands.com/get-connected
- Get Connected: Remind App, JHS Band Calendar, Photos & Newsletters. We're also on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube!
JOHNSON HIGH SCHOOL JAGUAR BAND
Email: president@johnsonbands.com
Website: https://www.johnsonbands.com/
Location: 4260 FM 967, Buda, TX, USA
Phone: 512.268.5172