Massaponax Band Parents Association P.O. Box 426 • Thornburg, Virginia 22565 MP2Band.org •
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Future and Current MP2 Members, Welcome Marchers and Band Parents! It is an exciting time to join the Massaponax High School Marching Panther Pride. Here are just a few reasons why you and your parents should become involved with the instrumental programs at Massaponax High School: ♪ Marching band ♪ Symphonic, Concert, and Jazz bands ♪ Color guard (audition required) ♪ Drum Major (audition required) ♪ Band Camp ♪ An active and productive Band Booster Organization
♪ The Band has taken trips to Virginia Beach; Cary, NC; Orlando, FL; and New York City ♪ Marching band competitions ♪ Prestigious host to the Virginia Band and Orchestra Director’s Association Festival ♪
A lot of fun with good people
If you are interested in joining the Panther Pride, come to one of the band camps offered in May being held at one of three middle schools and at MHS. You can receive more information about signing up for MP2 at our Band Parent meeting, on June 7th in the MHS Band room, beginning at 7:30 pm. Please take some time to check out our band website mp2band.org, look over our MP2 Year-At-A-Glance calendar https://goo.gl/mXrRvk for an overview of our annual activities and subscribe to our MP2 Google Calendar http://goo.gl/dC4yoo. Attached please find some general information about the Massaponax Marching Panther Pride. Sincerely,
Massaponax Band Parents’ Association
GENERAL INFORMATION You and your child have committed to being involved in an amazing organization! This information is intended to give you an overview of the activities and expectations we have among the MP2. If you have any questions about or suggestions for additions to this page please feel free to e-mail any one of our Massaponax Band Parents’ Association board members.
MINI-BAND CAMP Usually held at the end of May to give rising freshmen an opportunity to see what it’s like to be a member of MP2 and work with returning upper-class members of the marching band.
BAND CAMP
Three weeks of instruction with our band director and his staff. Students learn their musical parts and begin learning the marching portion of that year’s "show". Parents are welcome to come out and watch them during practice times.
FOOTBALL GAME ROUTINE
♪ Friday rehearsal is after school from 2:45-5:00 p.m. in the stadium. There is a break for dinner and time to change into uniforms in the band room. We typically offer the option to purchase a Meal Deal that provides a good dinner to our members at a minimal cost. This also allows them to remain on campus between rehearsal and the game. ♪ Throughout the football game, the marching band provides in-the-stands "Pep Band" music to help cheer on the Panthers. For home games, the band performs during half-time and stays to watch the visiting team’s band (if any) post game. At away games, MP2 watches the home team perform during half-time and performs their “show” after the game. ♪ 3rd Quarter is break time for all band members. ♪ After all games, both home and away, students return to the school as a group. This is when they put away uniforms and equipment and are then dismissed.
COMPETITIONS
♪ Competitions are listed on the monthly calendar provided on the band website www.mp2band.org and are announced during Band Parent meetings. ♪ The band travels to competition sites via bus. Pit Crew volunteers haul trailers of percussion and other large bulky instruments. ♪ Parents are needed to chaperone, come and cheer them on, and/or be a part of the Pit Crew. ♪ Students sit together for the performances of other bands and for awards. ♪ Parents are encouraged to sit together to support our band.
VBODA (Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association)
Massaponax has had the honor of hosting this State Competition for the past 11 years. This event is a huge fundraiser for the band. It is usually held on the last Saturday in October. We are the largest site in the area and have hosted as many as 36 bands for this event. This is an all day event and we need a lot of volunteers for many different jobs. You can give 3 hours or 12 hours of your time; whatever you can spare. More information will be announced in September and October.
PIT CREW
A group of parent volunteers who go to competitions, support football game performances and parade performances throughout the school year. They help by hauling the band equipment trailers, setting up and taking down pre- and post- performance, (mostly percussion equipment), and support the band in a NASCAR pit crew fashion (timing is important). The MP2 Pit Crew has been recognized over the past few years, as "Best Pit Crew”.
DISTRICT 15
Massaponax High School is currently in the Virginia Band and Orchestra Director’s Association (VBODA) District 15. Our district includes Spotsylvania, Stafford, King George, Caroline, Westmoreland, Essex, Richmond, and Lancaster counties, as well as the cities of Fredericksburg and Colonial Beach.
STUDENT ACCOUNTS
Each band member has an account of “student points”, which is posted in the band room on the bulletin board monthly. If your child participates in fundraisers, their profit goes into their individual account as points. These points can be used for the Spring Trip, membership dues, etc. If this student account should become negative, the student will be subject to being on the school’s debt list and will not be able to participate in any band trips, school activities such as prom, dances, or even graduation. If there is ever a financial situation please see the band director, the President of MBPA, or the Treasurer of MBPA for assistance. We are here to help.
AFTER SCHOOL PRACTICES
Band practice is held after school, every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 2:45 -5:15 pm throughout the marching season.
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APPLICATION/COMMITMENT FORM (PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY OR TYPE)
STUDENT NAME: ____________________________________________________ PARENT(s) NAME(s): _________________________________________________ ADDRESS:___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ SUBDIVISION (if applicable): ___________________________________________ EMAIL ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________ ALTERNATE EMAIL: ___________________________________________________ HOME PHONE: ________________________ STUDENT CELL #______________________ Grade: _________
INSTRUMENT/SECTION OF BAND:__________________________
BAND DUES: The band dues are currently $400.00. This fee covers regular dry cleaning expenses as well as alterations and maintenance of the uniform. The uniform consists of the bibs (pants), jacket, chains, hats, and plumes. You will also be supplied with a pair of black gloves for marching band and a pair white gloves for the drum major; one pair of shoes; and one band T-Shirt designed by the Senior class. (Additional T-shirts can be purchased by students at a separate cost). The dues further cover the cost of the buses, registration fees for competitions and any other related expenses. Payment coupons are attached for your convenience. This form and all other forms must be signed and turned in with your deposit or full payment paid to “MBPA”. WE, THE UNDERSIGNED HAVE READ THE MASSAPONAX HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND HANDBOOK AND WILL, TO THE BEST OF OUR ABILITY, ABIDE WITH THE GUIDELINES SET FORTH THEREIN. WE UNDERSTAND THAT BEING A MEMBER OF THE MASSAPONAX MARCHING BAND REQUIRES A LARGE COMMITMENT AND THAT EVERY BAND MEMBER MUST ATTEND ALL PRACTICES, REHEARSALS, AND PERFORMANCES. THAT ALL EXCUSED ABSENCES MUST BE IN WRITING. WE ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT EXEMPLARY BEHAVIOR IS EXPECTED AT ALL TIMES AND THAT DISCIPLINE PROBLEMS WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. BAND MEMBERS ARE EXPECTED TO RESPECT ONE ANOTHER, DRUM MAJORS, SECTION LEADERS, AND ADULT SUPERVISION. Student’s Signature:____________________________________________DATE:________________ Parent’s Signature:_____________________________________________DATE:________________
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MEDICAL INFORMATION FORM (Please Print Clearly or Type)
STUDENT NAME: ________________________________________________________ ADDRESS: _______________________________________________________________ SUBDIVISION (if applicable, if not N/A) _______________________________________ HOME PHONE: _______________________ GRADE: ______ AGE: _____ WT: ______ MOTHER’S NAME: _______________________________________________________ WORK # ___________________________ MOTHER’S CELL # ___________________ FATHER’S NAME:________________________________________________________ WORK# ____________________________ FATHER’S CELL#______________________ EMERGENCY CONTACT (OTHER THAN PARENTS) NAME: _____________________ PHONE: ___________________________ RELATIONSHIP TO STUDENT: ____________________ EMERGENCY AUTHORIZATION: In the event I cannot be reached in an emergency, I hereby give permission to physicians selected by the Director and Staff of Massaponax High School, to hospitalize, secure proper treatment for and to order injection and/or anesthesia and/or surgery for the person named above. DOES STUDENT HAVE INSURANCE? YES _____ NO_____ IF YES, provide INSURANCE COMPANY’s: NAME _____________________________________ ADDRESS_______________________________________________________________ PHONE NUMBER ___________________________________________ POLICY NUMBER: _______________________________
Additional Medical Information
ALLERGIES (check all that apply): ___Aspirin ___Insect stings ___Sulfa
___Penicillin/Amoxicillin
___Other Allergies
PLEASE SPECIFY/EXPLAIN ANY ITEM CHECKED:
Which of the following medications do we have permission to your child? (Please check any/all that apply) ___Aspirin
___Cold Medicine
___Pepto Bismol
___Tylenol
___Dramamine
___Imodium
___Advil
___Benadryl
___Sore throat medicine/lozenges
Has student been prescribed an INHALER or EPI-PEN? ___Yes ___No (Please circle the type of device) IF YES, PLEASE COMPLETE INHALER/EPI-PEN AUTHORIZATION FORM & SUPPLY INHALER/EPI-PEN TO THE BAND DIRECTOR PRIOR TO START OF BAND SEASON. Does student wear contact lenses? ___Yes ___No HEALTH HISTORY: (check all that apply) __Diabetes
__Asthma
__Epilepsy
__Cardiac/Heart
__Orthopedic
__Other
PLEASE SPECIFY/EXPLAIN ANY ITEM CHECKED:
Additional Medical Information Do you know of any health problem that makes it advisable to follow a limited program of physical activity or from participating in any activities? ________ If yes, please explain, including any recent surgery, illnesses, broken bones, injuries, allergies, or the physical conditions.
Name any prescription or non-prescription medications taken by your child and reason for taking:
Family Physicians: _________________________________Phone:___________________ Dentists Name: ___________________________________Phone: ___________________ *This Medical Information Form may be reproduced to travel with respective teams and is acceptable for emergency treatment needed. PARENT AUTHORIZATION. This health history is correct to the best of my knowledge and the student herein described has permission to engage in all activities (unless otherwise noted by me). I give permission to the physician or hospital selected by a medical representative of my son/daughter’s school to hospitalize, secure proper treatment for and order medication, injections, or surgery as may be medically necessary for my child as named above for the duration of this band season and/or field trip. I will be responsible financially for any treatment or expenses in case my child has to be flown or driven back home.
___________________________________________________Date______________________ Signature of parent or guardian (MUST sign in presence of notary) Subscribed, sworn to, and acknowledged before me by ___________________________________ Notary Public
this ______day of __________________ 20______ My commission expires____________________
EPI-PEN AUTHORIZATION Spotsylvania County Schools PART I
PLEASE READ INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES ON NEXT PAGE
PARENT OR GUARDIAN TO COMPLETE
I hereby authorize Spotsylvania County Schools personnel to administer epinephrine injection as directed by the physician (Part II). I agree to release, indemnify, and hold harmless Spotsylvania County Schools and any of their officers, staff members, or agents from lawsuit, claim, expense, demand, or action against them for administering the injection, provided they follow the physician order as written in Part II below. I am aware that the injection my be administered by a specifically trained nonhealth professional. I have read the procedures accompanying this form and assume responsibility as required. Student Name: (Last, First, Middle)
Date of Birth
School
____________________________________________ Parent or Guardian Signature PART II
_____________________ Daytime Telephone
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PHYSICIAN TO COMPLETE
Emergency injections are usually administered in Spotsylvania County Schools by nonhealth professionals. These persons are taught by the school nurse to administer the injection. For this reason, only premeasured doses of epinephrine may be given. It should be noted that these staff members are not trained observers. They cannot observe for the development of symptoms before administering the injection. The following injection will be given immediately after report of exposure to ____________________________________________________Indicate specific allergen and type of exposure (e.g., ingestion, skin contact, or inhalation). Check as appropriate: Epi-pen □ Give the premeasured dose by auto injection. □ Repeat dose in 15 minutes if rescue squad has not arrived. (Two kits will be needed in school.) Epi-pen Jr. □ Give the premeasured does of 0.15 mg epinephrine 1:2000 aqueous solution (0.3cc). □ Repeat dose in 15 minutes if rescue squad has not arrived. (Two kits will be needed in school.) Check appropriate box: I believe that this student has received adequate information on how and when to use an Epi-pen. □ The student is to carry an Epi-pen during school hours. The student can use the Epi-pen properly in an emergency. □ The Epi-pen will be kept in the school clinic. NOTE: Medication expiration date must be clearly indicated. __________________________ Physician Name (Print or Type) PART III
_________________________ Physician Signature
_____________________ Telephone/Fax
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PRINCIPAL OR DESIGNEE TO COMPLETE
□ Parts I and II above are completed including signatures. (It is acceptable if all items of information in Part II are written on physician stationery or a prescription pad.)
□ Medication is appropriately labeled. ________________________________________________________ Principal or Principal Designee Signature
___________________________ Date
Information from the Spotsylvania County Schools student scholastic record is released on the condition that the recipient agrees not to permit any other party to have access to such information without the written consent of the parent or of the eligible student.
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PARENT VOLUNTEER FORM The success of the Massaponax Marching Panther Pride depends upon support from parents. Please VOLUNTEER for more than one duty. For volunteering at least (3) times throughout the season, you will receive $75 credit to your student’s account. Due to the large number of people needed each home game (Varsity on Fridays and JV on Wednesdays), every parent is encouraged to volunteer at least once for concessions. It is not mandatory that you volunteer, but we NEED you! Parental participation is an important part of our organization, not to mention, it’s a lot of fun! Please mark below, any areas that you are willing to volunteer. This is not a commitment; however it allows our organization to plan for these events. Based on your selected area(s), a committee chairperson will contact you closer to the time of the event. PIT CREW
CONCESSIONS
_____ At least 10-12 volunteers needed for each performance
CHAPERONE _____ Summer Band Camp: 3 per day _____ Performances - 6 per game (usually on Saturdays) Friday Night Football Games _____ HOME - 4 volunteers per game _____ AWAY - 6 volunteers per game VIRGINIA BAND & ORCHESTRA DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION (VBODA) ASSESSMENT _____VBODA Typically hosted by MHS the last Saturday in October. More information to follow in a separate forum. Many volunteers are needed in the areas of: parking, concessions, pit crew, 4-wheeler/Gator drivers, ticket booth, gate attendants, stand attendants, clean up, set up.
_____ JV Home Games– 4-6 per game (Wednesdays) _____ Varsity Home Games– 10-12 per game (Fridays) AFTER GAME CLEAN-UP _____ JV Home Games - 6 per game (Wednesdays) _____ Parent Volunteer _____ Student Volunteer _____ Varsity Home Games (Fridays)
OTHER ACTIVITIES - after the fall season (not counted toward dues reduction) _____ CONCESSIONS during various winter & spring activities (dates to be determined)
_____ MUSIC IN THE PARKS
(dates to be determined for late April & May)
_____ Parent Volunteer
_____ Student Volunteer
Periodically throughout the year, band parents are asked for donations of food, time, and talents to assist in the overall support, enjoyment and success of OUR band. Many thanks, in advance, for your participation! Parent Name:______________________________________________________________________ Parent Phone: ______________________________ Student Name:_________________________________________________________________
MBPA 2016-17 Board Members Contact Information Trey Talmadage President
[email protected] Crimi Blanton First Vice President
[email protected] Mike Wallace Second Vice President
[email protected] Linda Tranter Treasurer
[email protected] Beth Downing Secretary
[email protected] Carol Knott Reporter
[email protected] Chris Logan Parliamentarian
[email protected] Corey Koch MP2 Band Director
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Massaponax Band Parents Association MP2 FINANCIAL COMMITMENT FORM Select a payment plan (Initial in the block to the left of the plan you select) $400 less $100 nonrefundable deposit
FULL PAYMENT PLAN Full band fee paid by 1 July 2016 $300 due 1 July 2016 Full band fees ($300) paid in 6 installments Jul 1 - $50.00 Aug 1 - $50.00 Sep 1 - $50.00 Oct 1 - $50.00 Nov 1 - $50.00 Dec 1 - $50.00
$75 VOLUNTEER DISCOUNT PAYMENT PLAN* Full band fee paid by 1 July 2016 $225 due 1 July 2016 Discounted band fees ($225) paid in 6 installments w/ volunteer discount Jul 1 - $37.00 Aug 1 - $37.00 Sep 1 - $37.00 Oct 1 - $37.00 Nov 1 - $37.00 Dec 1 - $40.00
Payment options:
Make full or partial payment(s) at registration or at MBPA meetings Pay in full at registration via credit/debit card, check or cash Mail a check to Massaponax Band Parents Association, P>O> Box 426, Thornburg, VA 22565 Set up automatic payments to MBPA through your financial institution (highly encouraged for monthly payments)
Student Name_________________________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Name__________________________________________________________ I agree to pay the Massaponax Band Parents Association (MBPA) the 2016-17 band fees per the payment plan I have selected above. I will contact the MBPA immediately if I am unable to meet the payment plan I have selected. Parent/Guardian Signature________________________________________ Date_____________________
*Parents/Guardians who select this plan will volunteer for at least 3 jobs during the marching season to receive this discount. Parent/Guardians who have multiple children in the band can select this option for all of their children, but those parents/guardians are expected to work 3 times per child. Failure to complete this commitment will result in an additional $75 required payment.
Payment Coupons for $300.00 Owed 2016-2017 Season BAND DUES PAYMENT BAND DUES PAYMENT JULY 1, 2016 August 1, 2016 Amount Due: $50.00 Amount Due: $50.00 Student Name____________________________ Student Name____________________________ Check # _________________________________ Check # _________________________________ Or Cash Amount__________________________ Or Cash Amount__________________________ Checks made payable to MBPA can be mailed to: Massaponax Band Parents Association P.O. Box 426 Thornburg, VA 22565
Checks made payable to MBPA can be mailed to: Massaponax Band Parents Association P.O. Box 426 Thornburg, VA 22565
Please include payment coupon with payment.
Please include payment coupon with payment.
BAND DUES PAYMENT September 1, 2016 Amount Due: $50.00 Student Name____________________________ Check # _________________________________ Or Cash Amount__________________________
BAND DUES PAYMENT October 1, 2016 Amount Due: $50.00 Student Name____________________________ Check # _________________________________ Or Cash Amount__________________________
Checks made payable to MBPA can be mailed to:
Checks made payable to MBPA can be mailed to:
Massaponax Band Parents Association P.O. Box 426 Thornburg, VA 22565
Massaponax Band Parents Association P.O. Box 426 Thornburg, VA 22565
Please include payment coupon with payment.
Please include payment coupon with payment.
BAND DUES PAYMENT NOVEMBER 1, 2016 Amount Due: $50.00 Student Name____________________________ Check # _________________________________ Or Cash Amount__________________________
BAND DUES PAYMENT DECEMBER 1, 2016 Amount Due: $50.00 Student Name____________________________ Check # _________________________________ Or Cash Amount__________________________
Checks made payable to MBPA can be mailed to:
Checks made payable to MBPA can be mailed to:
Massaponax Band Parents Association P.O. Box 426 Thornburg, VA 22565 Please include payment coupon with payment.
Massaponax Band Parents Association P.O. Box 426 Thornburg, VA 22565 Please include payment coupon with payment.
Payment Coupons for $225.00 Owed 2016-2017 Season BAND DUES PAYMENT BAND DUES PAYMENT JULY 1, 2016 August 1, 2016 Amount Due: $37.00 Amount Due: $37.00 Student Name____________________________ Student Name____________________________ Check # _________________________________ Check # _________________________________ Or Cash Amount__________________________ Or Cash Amount__________________________ Checks made payable to MBPA can be mailed to: Massaponax Band Parents Association P.O. Box 426 Thornburg, VA 22565
Checks made payable to MBPA can be mailed to: Massaponax Band Parents Association P.O. Box 426 Thornburg, VA 22565
Please include payment coupon with payment.
Please include payment coupon with payment.
BAND DUES PAYMENT September 1, 2016 Amount Due: $37.00 Student Name____________________________ Check # _________________________________ Or Cash Amount__________________________
BAND DUES PAYMENT October 1, 2016 Amount Due: $37.00 Student Name____________________________ Check # _________________________________ Or Cash Amount__________________________
Checks made payable to MBPA can be mailed to:
Checks made payable to MBPA can be mailed to:
Massaponax Band Parents Association P.O. Box 426 Thornburg, VA 22565
Massaponax Band Parents Association P.O. Box 426 Thornburg, VA 22565
Please include payment coupon with payment.
Please include payment coupon with payment.
BAND DUES PAYMENT NOVEMBER 1, 2016 Amount Due: $37.00 Student Name____________________________ Check # _________________________________ Or Cash Amount__________________________
BAND DUES PAYMENT DECEMBER 1, 2016 Amount Due: $40.00 Student Name____________________________ Check # _________________________________ Or Cash Amount__________________________
Checks made payable to MBPA can be mailed to:
Checks made payable to MBPA can be mailed to:
Massaponax Band Parents Association P.O. Box 426 Thornburg, VA 22565 Please include payment coupon with payment.
Massaponax Band Parents Association P.O. Box 426 Thornburg, VA 22565 Please include payment coupon with payment.
..Year At-A-Glance
. September
October
November
December
Marching Band practice (after school Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays) Football Games (Friday nights) Competitions (Saturdays) Band Parents Meeting (2nd Tuesday) $$ Band Aid Fundraiser Virginia Beach Parade - Neptune Festival
Marching Band practice (after school) Football Games (Friday nights) Competitions (Saturdays) Band Parents Meeting (2nd Tuesday) 8th Grade Night MP2 Pre-Homecoming Tailgating Homecoming $$ VBODA Assessment & Host Event (Saturday; late October)
Marching Band practice (after school) Football Games (Friday nights) Band Parents Meeting (2nd Tuesday) Competitions (Saturdays)
Potential Football Playoff Games Parades Band Parents Meeting (2nd Tuesday) District Band Auditions
Overnight Band Competition Trip Potential Football Playoff Games Spotsylvania Marching Bands Showcase performance Fall Concerts
January
February
March
April
Winter Percussion/Color Guard practice Band Parents Meeting (2nd Tuesday)
Winter Percussion/Color Guard practice Band Parents Meeting (2nd Tuesday) Nominations for MBPA Board Members
Parent Related MP2 Social Event
Winter Percussion/Color Guard practice Winter Percussion/Color Guard Competitions & AIA Championships Winter Showcase performance Concert Band District Assessment St. Patrick’s Day Parade Pep Band
Possible Spring Trip All-Virginia Band at CNU Band Parents Meeting (2nd Tuesday) MBPA Board Elections $$ Music in the Parks Host (some Friday evenings & Saturdays)
Band Parents Meeting (2nd Tuesday)
$$ Fund Raising Event May
June
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August
Graduation Band performance
Band Parents Meeting Registration - new & returning members
$$ Music in the Parks Host (some Friday evenings & Saturdays) Band Banquet (early May) Historic Half Marathon Pep Band Spring Concerts Band Parents Meeting (2nd Tuesday) MBPA Board Transition Meeting Registration - returning members Mini-Band Camp (late May; after school)
July
Open Band Night - Mondays
Students may want to bring cash for concessions at games & competitions Getting the “Meal Deal” provides your band student with Friday pregame dinners MP2 Social Events typically involve requests for food/drink donations
Band Camp MP2 Pool Party MP2 Movie Night New Band Parents Meeting (1st Tuesday) 1st Game of the Season (end of the month) Band Parents Meeting (2nd Tuesday)