Hayfield Band Boosters (Message 50): Band Concert Monday, June 2

Boosters,

Reminder:  The final concert of the season will be held Monday, June 2, 7 p.m., Hayfield Auditorium.

Also, I'm looking for a volunteer to help organize the annual Tag Day fundraiser.  It will require a few hours of your time in late August/early September.  If you can help, please send me a note as soon as possible.

HAWKS ROCK!

 

Pat Cloud
Humbly Serving Our Kids
Hawkbandbooster@aol.com

Cell 703-582-2380

 

Links

Hayfield Band Booster Blog   http://hayfieldbandboosters.blogspot.com/

Hayfield Band Site   http://www.hayfieldbands.com/id1.html

Signup Genius  http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49AEAD23A02-hssband2

 

Band Calendar

June 2014

2          Band Concert, 7:00 pm

5-6      Drum Major Auditions, during band classes

9          Music Dept. Awards -pot luck dessert

17       Graduation, 4:30 pm, Wind Ensemble

August 2014

11-14     Night Rehearsals 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

18-22     Band Rehearsals, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
               All marching Band Members!
22          Exhibition/Pot Luck Dinner, 6 p.m.
25-28     Night Rehearsals
26          Band Parent Coffee, 7 p.m.
28          Pot Luck dinner 

Hayfield Band Boosters (Message 49): Chipotle Fundraiser, Tuesday, May 20

Boosters,

Thanks to those who attended the Band Booster Meeting on Thursday, May 15, 7 p.m.  Planning for the 2014-2015 school year is underway.  I will post a summary of the items discussed during the meeting in a later update.

Fundraiser Tuesday, May 20.  We are planning a final fundraiser for the year at Chipotle, Kingstowne, May 20, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The address is 5955 Kingstowne Towne Center, Suite 160, Alexandria, VA.  Please spread the word so that we will have a good turnout. This is an opportunity to replenish our funds for expenses that will be incurred before Fall Tag Day fundraiser.   I am attaching a handout that can be printed and presented to the cashier as you place your order.  Alternatively, you can tell them verbally or show them the handout on your mobile device.  However, you must say that you are supporting the Hayfield Bands in order for us to get credit.  

Other Notes

Senior Recognition.  The final concert of the season is scheduled for June 2.  It is our tradition to collect 3 pictures of the Senior band members to display during the concert.  We'd like to get baby/child; tween/teen and senior photos if possible. Since we have only received pictures from one student, we are extending collection through May 21.  Please send your photos to me as soon as possible; the e-mail address is: Hawkbandbooster@aol.com.

Volunteer Opportunities.  We still need volunteers for the Year End Awards dinner and the Graduation Luncheon.  For the Graduation Luncheon, parents of Freshman/Sophomore/Junior students should volunteer, since parents with Senior students will be attending graduation festivities.  Please go to Signup Genius and let us know if you can help.

Transition Planning.   John Hishta, Vice President, and I will have Seniors for the 2014-2015 school year.  We need two volunteers to shadow us so that we can begin the transition during the Summer of 2014--you will assume the President/Vice President roles for 2015-16 school year.  Parents of rising Sophomores and Juniors, please consider taking on one of these roles.  If you have questions or would like to discuss the requirements of any of the positions, please send a note or call.   Lets ensure that we have an active booster organization to support the band program.

HAWKS ROCK!

 

Pat Cloud
Humbly Serving Our Kids
Hawkbandbooster@aol.com

Cell 703-582-2380

 

Links

Hayfield Band Booster Blog   http://hayfieldbandboosters.blogspot.com/

Hayfield Band Site   http://www.hayfieldbands.com/id1.html

Signup Genius  http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49AEAD23A02-hssband2

 

Band Calendar

May 2014

5,7,8,12,14,19,21,28 Drum Major Clinics, Color Guard Clinics   2:15 pm-3:20 pm

7-23    Auditions for 2014-15 bands, during class periods

June 2014

2          Band Concert, 7:00 pm

5-6      Drum Major Auditions, during band classes

9          Music Dept. Awards -pot luck dessert

17       Graduation, 4:30 pm, Wind Ensemble

August 2014

11-14     Night Rehearsals 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

18-22     Band Rehearsals, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
               All marching Band Members!
22          Exhibition/Pot Luck Dinner, 6 p.m.
25-28     Night Rehearsals
26          Band Parent Coffee, 7 p.m.
28          Pot Luck dinner 

Hayfield Band Boosters (Message 48): Booster Meeting, May 15, Band Room

Boosters,

High-fives to all of the volunteers who came out on April 30 and May 1 to support the Band's Spring Trip!   You searched the bags and loaded the busses in record time.  Thanks to Rafael Quezada, Kristy Baik, John Hishta, Renee Glasby, Rusty Booth, Michelle Booth, Norida Torriente, Janaia DeShields, Sonjo Jones, Mark Dalton and Melvin Cloud.  My apologies if I missed anyone.  We couldn't provide the exceptional support to the band program without your commitment.   

Please be sure to attend the Band Booster Meeting on Thursday, May 15, 7 p.m., in the Band Room.  We will briefly review the year's activities and discuss planning for the 2014-15 year.

Senior Recognition.  The final concert of the season is scheduled for June 2.  It is our tradition to collect 3 pictures of the Senior band members to display during the concert.  We'd like to get baby/child; tween/teen and senior photos if possible.  Since we have only received pictures from one student, we are extending collection through May 21.  Please send your photos to me as soon as possible; the e-mail address is: Hawkbandbooster@aol.com.

Other Notes

Final Fundraiser.  We are planning a final fundraiser for the year at Chipotle, Kingstowne, May 20, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.  The address is 5955 Kingstowne Towne Center, Suite 160, Alexandria, VA.  I encourage you to spread the word so that we will have a good turnout. This is an opportunity to replenish our funds for expenses that will be incurred before Fall Tag Day fundraiser.   I am attaching a handout that can be printed and presented to the cashier as you place your order.  Alternatively, you can tell them verbally or show them the handout on your mobile device.  However, you must say that you are supporting the Hayfield Bands in order for us to get credit.  

Volunteer Opportunities.  We still need volunteers for the Year End Awards dinner and the Graduation Luncheon.  For the Graduation Luncheon, parents of Freshman/Sophomore/Junior students should volunteer, since parents with Senior students will be attending graduation festivities.  Please go to Signup Genius and let us know if you can help.

Transition Planning.   We are still looking for a volunteer for the Band Booster Treasurer position.  Rafael Quezada has graciously agreed to take on the role of Treasurer for the 2014-15 School Year.   John (our Vice President) and I will have Seniors for the 2014-2015 school year.  We are still looking for volunteers to shadow us so that we can begin the transition during the Summer of 2014--you will assume the President/Vice President roles for 2015-16 school year.  Parents of rising Sophomores and Juniors, please consider taking on one of these roles.  If you have questions or would like to discuss the requirements of any of the positions, please send a note or call.   Lets ensure that we have an active booster organization to support the band program.

HAWKS ROCK!

 

Pat Cloud
Humbly Serving Our Kids
Hawkbandbooster@aol.com

Cell 703-582-2380

 

Links

Hayfield Band Booster Blog   http://hayfieldbandboosters.blogspot.com/

Hayfield Band Site   http://www.hayfieldbands.com/id1.html

Signup Genius  http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49AEAD23A02-hssband2

 

Band Calendar

May 2014

5,7,8,12,14,19,21,28 Drum Major Clinics, Color Guard Clinics   2:15 pm-3:20 pm

7-23    Auditions for 2014-15 bands, during class periods

15        Band Booster Meeting 7 pm Band Room

June 2014

2          Band Concert, 7:00 pm

5-6      Drum Major Auditions, during band classes

9          Music Dept. Awards -pot luck dessert

17        Graduation, 4:30 pm, Wind Ensemble

Hayfield Band Boosters (Message 47): Parents Meeting April 30 for Spring Trip; Volunteers Needed

Boosters,

We desperately need volunteers to support the Upcoming Band trip.  Parents are needed on Wednesday, April 30, 6:30 p.m., to check the students bags for items that are not allowed.  Parents are also needed Thursday, May 1, 4:30 a.m. to do a final bag check and help to load the busses.   Please go to Signup Genius and let us know where you will help.    http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49AEAD23A02-hssband2

Other Notes

ZIPS Fundraiser.  Thanks to Theresa Larsen for organizing our recent fundraiser at ZIPS Dry Cleaning, 6216 North Kings Highway, Alexandria VA.  It was an outstanding effort and raised over $500 for the band!  Thanks to all who supported the event by taking your items to ZIPS.  We really appreciate you! 

Senior Recognition.  The final concert of the season is scheduled for June 2.  It is our tradition to collect 3 pictures of the Senior band members to display during the concert.  We'd like to get baby/child; tween/teen and senior photos if possible.  We will be collecting pictures through May 16.  Please send your photos to me as soon as possible; the e-mail address is: Hawkbandbooster@aol.com.

Volunteer Opportunities.  We still need volunteers for the Year End Awards dinner and the Graduation Luncheon.  For the Graduation Luncheon, parents of Freshman/Sophomore/Junior students should volunteer, since parents with Senior students will be attending graduation festivities.  Please go to Signup Genius and let us know if you can help.

Transition Planning.   We are still looking for a volunteer for the Band Booster Treasurer position.  Ken Lichtman has graciously served for two years; his daughter will graduate this spring. We need someone to step up to assume this role.  Please send me a note as soon as possible.  Likewise, John (our Vice President) and I will have Seniors for the 2014-2015 school year.  We need volunteers to shadow us so that we can begin the transition during the Summer of 2014--you will assume the President/Vice President roles for 2015-16 school year.  If you have questions or would like to discuss the requirements of any of the positions, please send a note or call.   Lets ensure that we have an active booster organization to support the band program.

HAWKS ROCK!

 

Pat Cloud
Humbly Serving Our Kids
Hawkbandbooster@aol.com

Cell 703-582-2380

 

Links

Hayfield Band Booster Blog   http://hayfieldbandboosters.blogspot.com/

Hayfield Band Site   http://www.hayfieldbands.com/id1.html

Signup Genius  http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49AEAD23A02-hssband2

 

Band Calendar

April 2014

23        Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

30        Spring Trip Meeting 6:30 pm

 

May 2014
1-4      Spring Trip

5,7,8,12,14,19,21,28 Drum Major Clinics, Color Guard Clinics   2:15 pm-3:20 pm

7-23    Auditions for 2014-15 bands, during class periods

15        Band Booster Meeting 7 pm Band Room

 

June 2014

2          Band Concert, 7:00 pm

5-6      Drum Major Auditions, during band classes

9          Music Dept. Awards -pot luck dessert

17        Graduation, 4:30 pm, Wind Ensemble

Hayfield Band Boosters (Message 46): Don't Forget the Fundraiser at ZIPS Dry Cleaning on March 28

Boosters,

Please support the Hayfield Bands Fundraiser tomorrow at ZIPS Dry Cleaning, 6216 North Kings Highway, Alexandria VA, 22303.  ZIPS has a great one price policy (any garment $1.99) and offers same day service.  Please see the attached flyer for additional detail.  ZIPS also cleans larger items like coats, blankets, comforters, etc.  for a reasonable price.  

ZIPS has graciously agreed to give us 10% of sales for the day.  So, please consider taking your Dry Cleaning to ZIPS on Friday, March 28.  Let them know that you support the Hayfield Bands!

 

Hope to see you there,

HAWKS ROCK!
 

Pat Cloud
Humbly Serving Our Kids
Hawkbandbooster@aol.com

Cell 703-582-2380

 

Links

Hayfield Band Booster Blog   http://hayfieldbandboosters.blogspot.com/

Hayfield Band Site   http://www.hayfieldbands.com/id1.html

Signup Genius  http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49AEAD23A02-hssband2

 

Band Calendar

April 2014
2          Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

3-5      All State band weekend (Not at Hayfield)

9          Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

12        Solo & Ensemble

14-18 Spring Break

23        Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

30        Spring Trip Meeting 7 pm

 

May 2014
1-4      Spring Trip

5,7,8,12,14,19,21,28 Drum Major Clinics, Color Guard Clinics   2:15 pm-3:20 pm

7-23    Auditions for 2011-2012 bands, during class periods

15        Band Booster Meeting 7 pm Band Room

 

June 2014

2          Band Concert, 7:00 pm

5-6      Drum Major Auditions, during band classes

9          Music Dept. Awards -pot luck dessert

17        Graduation, 4:30 pm, Wind Ensemble

Hayfield Band Boosters (Message 45): Fundraiser March 28 at ZIPS Dry Cleaning

Greetings All,

Please come out and support the Hayfield Bands Fundraiser at ZIPS Dry Cleaning, 6216 North Kings Highway, Alexandria VA, 22303.  ZIPS has a great one price policy (any garment $1.99) and offers same day service.  Please see the attached flyer for additional detail.  ZIPS also cleans larger items like blankets and comforters for a reasonable price.  

ZIPS has graciously agreed to give us 10% of sales for the day.  So, please consider taking your Dry Cleaning to ZIPS on March 28.  

 

Hope to see you there,

HAWKS ROCK!
 

Pat Cloud
Humbly Serving Our Kids
Hawkbandbooster@aol.com

Cell 703-582-2380

 

Links

Hayfield Band Booster Blog   http://hayfieldbandboosters.blogspot.com/

Hayfield Band Site   http://www.hayfieldbands.com/id1.html

Signup Genius  http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49AEAD23A02-hssband2

 

Band Calendar

March 2014

26        Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

April 2014
2          Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

3-5      All State band weekend (Not at Hayfield)

9          Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

12        Solo & Ensemble

14-18 Spring Break

23        Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

30        Spring Trip Meeting 7 pm

 

May 2014
1-4      Spring Trip

5,7,8,12,14,19,21,28 Drum Major Clinics, Color Guard Clinics   2:15 pm-3:20 pm

7-23    Auditions for 2011-2012 bands, during class periods

15        Band Booster Meeting 7 pm Band Room

 

June 2014

2          Band Concert, 7:00 pm

5-6      Drum Major Auditions, during band classes

9          Music Dept. Awards -pot luck dessert

17        Graduation, 4:30 pm, Wind Ensemble

Hayfield Band Boosters (Message 44): Band goes to UVA on Friday; Drumline competition on Saturday

Boosters,    

  

It was fantastic weekend at Hayfield as we hosted the District X Honor Bands.  Six (6) Hayfield students participated in the Middle School Honor Band and Thirteen (13) students participated in the High School Honor Bands. The Band Boosters supported the event by providing snacks during breaks and serving lunch on Friday and Saturday.  Additionally, the Boosters provided a hospitality suite for over 35 Directors and Clinicians on Friday and Saturday.  Many thanks to the following Boosters for making Hayfield shine:  John Hishta, Eva Romero, Melvin Cloud and Patrick Cloud.  Also a special thanks to Edison Booster, Jen Goeglin for pitching in whenever/wherever needed on both Friday and Saturday.  We couldn't do it without you!  

Jonathan Baik and Reese Cloud will travel to James Madison University for All State auditions on February 22. Best of luck to Jonathan and Reese!

What's Hot This Week?

Band Goes to UVA, Friday, February 7.  The students will leave Hayfield at 6:00 a.m. for UVA and return by 6:00 p.m.  Thank you to Emily Comsti and Fatima Lou for answering our call for chaperones for the UVA Trip.  

Drivers Needed for Drumline Competition Saturday, February 8.    The Drumline will be competing at West Potomac High School on Saturday.  An itinerary for the team and volunteers follow.  The school is not providing transportation.   Eight drivers are desperately needed to transport the team to the competition.  Please go to Signup Genius and let us know where you will help.  Let's ensure that our team is supported!

Hayfield Drumline

  
ITINERARY
  

  
Saturday, Feb. 8, 2014
  

    
Destination:  West Potomac High School, 6500 Quander Rd,  Alexandria, VA 22307
  

  
Destination:  West Potomac High School, 6500 Quander Rd,
  

  
Alexandria, VA 22307
  

  
11:30 am: Meet at Hayfield
  

  
3:15 pm: Load the truck/Uniforms
  

  
4:15 pm: Leave Hayfield
  

  
4:45 pm: Arrive at West Potomac High School
  

  
Equipment will likely be moved to a hallway location and placed against the wall.  Please make sure that walking room is available around the equipment. If time and weather permit, we may move some or all to warm-up in the parking lot.
  

  
5:55 pm: Go to warm-up room
  

  
6:04 pm: On deck, ready to perform
  

  
6:13 pm: Perform
  

  
6:25 pm: Load truck, fold floor, watch other groups, etc.
  

  
8:15 pm: Awards
  

  
9:00 pm: Leave for Hayfield
  

  
9:25 pm: Arrive at Hayfield, unload the truck
  

  
Students are advised to eat before hand and/or to bring food or money to buy food after the performance. There will be concessions available. Remember to bring: Uniform, instrument, food or money for food, a great attitude. All parents and volunteers will need to pay admission unless they win the drawing for our extra free tickets.
  

Other Notes

Transition Planning.   We are looking for volunteers for the Band Booster Treasurer position.  Ken Lichtman has graciously served for two years; his daughter will graduate this spring.  If you are willing to shadow Ken through June and to assume this role, please send me a note as soon as possible.  Likewise, John and I will have Seniors for the 2014-2015 school year.  We need volunteers to shadow us so that we can begin the transition during the Summer of 2014--you will assume the President/Vice President roles for 2015-16 school year.  If you have questions or would like to discuss the requirements of any of the positions, please send a note or call.

  

Spring Trip.  The Spring Trip is planned for May 1-3.  This year the band will be traveling to New York, New York. The purpose of the trip is to perform and participate in an informal workshop with highly skilled clinicians at a leading national university.  The trip includes bus transportation, two nights lodging, clinicians' honoraria, two breakfasts, one lunch, three dinners, a ticket to a major Broadway performance, and admission to New York attractions.  Students will need to bring money for one breakfast, two lunches, and leisurely shopping.  The cost is $600 and will be divided into 5 payments of $120.00.  Payment #4 is due February 7; payment 5 is due by March 7.   

 

Checks should be made payable to Hayfield Secondary School.  Payment 5 may be adjusted using any credit in a student's fundraising account (from Tag Day participation or fruit sales).  Have your student consult Mr. Burke for the amount of credit he/she will receive.

 

Marching Band Photos.  The Marching Band Photos taken earlier in the season by Jean Martelli are now ready for viewing/purchase.   Individual as well as composite photos are available.  Orders can be direct shipped to you from the photo lab. Follow the instructions at the site.   To access the site:  Go to www.jeaneimages.com and select 'browse'.  Scroll down to 'groups' and click on that link.  Enter the password:   hayfield, then select the gallery:  2013-2014 Hayfield BandIf you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at Hawkbandbooster@aol.com.  

 

HAWKS ROCK!
 

Pat Cloud
Humbly Serving Our Kids
Hawkbandbooster@aol.com

Cell 703-582-2380

 

Links

Hayfield Band Booster Blog   http://hayfieldbandboosters.blogspot.com/

Hayfield Band Site   http://www.hayfieldbands.com/id1.html

Signup Genius  http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49AEAD23A02-hssband2

 

Band Calendar

February 2014

5          Night rehearsal (Wind Ensemble) 6-8 pm

7          Trip to UVA

12        Night rehearsal (Wind Ensemble) 6-8 pm

19        CONCERT 7 pm, no night rehearsal this week

22        All State band auditions (at JMU)

26        Night rehearsal (Wind Ensemble) 6-8 pm

28        Band Festival/assessment (Symphonic Band)

March 2014

1          Band Festival/assessment (Wind Ensemble)
13        Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

19        Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

26        Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

April 2014
2          Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

3-5      All State band weekend (Not at Hayfield)

9          Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

12        Solo & Ensemble

14-18 Spring Break

23        Spring Trip rehearsal 6-8 pm

30        Spring Trip Meeting 7 pm

 

May 2014
1-4      Spring Trip

5,7,8,12,14,19,21,28 Drum Major Clinics, Color Guard Clinics   2:15 pm-3:20 pm

7-23    Auditions for 2011-2012 bands, during class periods

15        Band Booster Meeting 7 pm Band Room

 

June 2014

2          Band Concert, 7:00 pm

5-6      Drum Major Auditions, during band classes

9          Music Dept. Awards -pot luck dessert

17        Graduation, 4:30 pm, Wind Ensemble