Fan-Pledge Ongoing and Mayfair Monsoon Classic!
Good afternoon everyone! This is our last week of rehearsals before our first scored show. The call sheet is below.
Looking ahead at the weather this week, it is going to be prohibitively hot again. We are adjusting our Monday, Wednesday and Thursday rehearsals to the late block this week (5:45-8:45). Students were notified earlier this week. Please make appropriate arrangements!
Also, we are still doing our Fan-Pledge Fundraiser. Keep sharing the link and lets keep raising money!
Have a great weekend off!
Fan-Pledge Fundraiser
We are doing great with this! As I am writing this, we are just shy of $35,000! Keep up the great work. You can share or donate from this link: https://www.fpfans.com/730c12
Week at a Glance
Monday, October 5
5:45–8:45 PM — Marching Band Rehearsal
Tuesday, October 6
7 Leaves Fundraiser
Wednesday, October 7
5:45–8:45 PM — Marching Band Rehearsal
Thursday, October 8 (NEW TIMES)
5:45–8:45 PM — Marching Band Rehearsal
Saturday, October 10
Mayfair Monsoon Classic
This is our first competition! It will be at Bellflower High School. We will be rehearsing before we get on the bus to go to the show.
Here is the call sheet. This link will be good all year!
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18R5OiUv_0B7snir8axz6o03ZL-VwblE59IK5PLSqgvA/edit?usp=sharing
It would also be a good idea to review our Competition FAQ.
Monday, October 12
No school and no rehearsal
Wednesday, October 14
3:30–6:30 PM — Marching Band Rehearsal
Thursday, October 15
5:45–8:45 PM — Marching Band Rehearsal
Saturday, October 17
Saturday Rehearsal
Times to be announced. There is rain in the forecast. Plan on a band camp style day!
Grab a Flip Folder!
At the last football game, I noticed that many students don’t have flip folders right now! Flip folders hold all of our pep songs, school songs, etc. that we use at assemblies, rallies, and football games. I found a budget one on Amazon for only $10. Please invest in one. It will last you your entire high school carrer.
You may also need to buy a lyre for your specific instrument. The lyre holds the flip folder on your instrument. Most local music stores should have them, or you can search for them on Amazon. I also saw some bulk packs for cheap if you want to go in with some friends on a pack of lyres.
Keep those donations coming!
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.
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.
