Football Game, Hawaii, and Rations for the Regiment
Hi ROG Families!
The kids have done a great job this past week! We’ve been modifying rehearsals to avoid heat, and the plans are constantly shifting. They have done well adjusting to the changes and making the most of what we have to work with.
Monday, in the last 30 minutes of rehearsal, we were able to set the last few sets for the first movement of the show. They have now learned all of the drill for the first movement! The next steps are getting more comfortable with it, cleaning, adding music, and adding other visual elements. Students, keep it up and keep pushing!
This week we have our first football game. You can find the call sheet and other information below. Make sure that you read carefully. And new parents, all football games happen at Gahr High School, not CHS.
Quick Overview
The big things to have on your radar:
Friday, August 28 | 5:00 PM arrival, 7:00 PM kickoff — Football Game
At Gahr HS Rants Stadium, more details below
Saturday, August 29 | 9:00 AM–4:00 PM — Saturday Rehearsal
Focus: Getting as much of the show on the field as possible
We are going to Hawaii! Sign up and get more info below!
Week at a Glance
August 24–29
Wednesday, August 26
3:30–6:30 PM — Marching Band Rehearsal
Thursday, August 27
3:30–6:30 PM — Marching Band Rehearsal
Friday, August 28
5:00 PM — Football Game vs. Gahr
Here is the call sheet for the game this week: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10uLSR9FzBBhoPC-c-tf6vbvSPgcxqtcfUqk259cxPHQ/edit?usp=sharing
This link will be good all year for all the games!
DRESS CODE
Blue jeans (no holes, full length)
NowHere Show Shirt
Close toed shoes. (No crocs, sandals, etc.)
DON’T FORGET!
We are there to support the team and our school.
No phones/homework in the stands!
No eating or drinking (except water) in the stands.
You are representing our program- make sure it is a good representation all the time!
Saturday, August 29
9:30 AM–4:30 PM — Saturday Rehearsal
Our second Saturday will be another major production day.
After spending the previous week learning drill, our goal will be to get as much of the show on the field as possible. We'll be connecting the music and visual work the students have been learning and seeing how much of the production we can put together.
This is where we should really start seeing the show take shape as a complete production rather than a collection of individual pieces.
Again, this should be treated like a full band camp day. Please plan accordingly and make sure students come prepared to work for the entire day.
August 31–September 5
Monday, August 31
3:30–6:30 PM — Marching Band Rehearsal
Wednesday, September 2
3:30–6:30 PM — Marching Band Rehearsal
Thursday, September 3
3:30–6:30 PM — Marching Band Rehearsal
Hawaii
We are going to Hawaii this Spring Break! If you missed the meeting this week, you can find it linked below. Register here: https://coastlinetravel.formstack.com/forms/cerritoshshit2027
Rations for the Regiment
We are launching a new fundraiser right now. We are calling it Rations for the Regiment, and we are trying to raise money to provide food for the kids throughout the fall season.
Parent Meeting
Here is the slideshow from last week’s parent meeting. Thanks to everyone who came out!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1LP834vi3ZP-BuyvaKLmWCSKm8RUKFaT28gdZrGt9OvU/edit?usp=sharing
Student Expectations
As we move further into the season, preparation and consistency become increasingly important.
Come prepared. Students should have their instrument, music, equipment, water, and appropriate rehearsal clothing every day.
Be present and engaged. Learning drill requires everyone to be in the right place at the right time. When someone is missing, it affects more than just that student.
Take care of yourself. Especially on our Saturday rehearsals, students need to stay hydrated, eat enough, get enough sleep, and come prepared for a full day outside.
Stay on top of schoolwork. Marching band is a significant commitment, but students are still responsible for their classes. Please make sure students are communicating with teachers and keeping up with their work.
Athletic Clearance — Please Take Care of This Now
All students participating in the music program need a new Athletic Clearance on file with the school for the 2026–27 school year.
If your student has not completed this yet, please start the process now. The school may take up to 5 school days to process a complete clearance, so this is not something to wait on.
Full Athletic Clearance Instructions
The basics:
Clearance is completed online through HomeCampus.com.
A new clearance and physical are required each school year.
Physicals for 2026–27 must be dated on or after April 1, 2026.
You will need to upload the physician-signed/stamped physical and medical history questionnaire.
The clearance is not complete until it has been reviewed and approved by the school.
There is also a mandatory annual transportation fee:
$175 — includes ASB card
$225 — transportation only
Questions about the clearance process can be directed to Ana Herrarte, Athletic Secretary at ana.herrarte@abcusd.us. Questions for the Athletic Director can be directed to Todd Denhart at todd.denhart@abcusd.us.
If you haven't started your clearance yet, please do it this week.
2026–27 ROG Registration Paperwork
Please make sure the following forms are completed for your student:
Getting these completed early helps us keep student information, emergency contacts, uniforms, and volunteer coordination organized throughout the season.
New: Rehearsal Absence Form
We are introducing a new absence reporting process this year.
Any time a student is going to miss a rehearsal, they need to complete the absence form. Students should submit the form as soon as they know they are going to miss something, rather than waiting until the day of rehearsal whenever possible.
Submit a Rehearsal Absence Request
This gives us a consistent way to track absences and helps us plan rehearsals appropriately.
