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Notes from
the Podium
“Where words leave off... music begins”
It is difficult. ,..no IMPOSSIBLE to put into mere words
the flood of emotions that we have felt from this special
group of students. The marching band has accomplished so
many things over the past months it is absolutely incredible
to think back to parent’s night and imagine the progress
that our students have made.
State Finals was so exciting for our students! Coming back
strong this year was on everyone’s mind, and together
we made it happen! This marked the 5th time in the last
6 years Castle has been in the top 5 at state!
Concerning BOA Grand Nationals, I was very disappointed
FOR the students, definitely not disappointed IN
the students. The band was fantastic on and off the field
and represented the school, community and parents extremely
well. There may have been 14 bands in the country that brought
home a bigger trophy than us, but no band has a bigger heart
than ours.
It is so nice to know that with all the “problems”
in the world today, our students participate in an organization
that stresses hard work, honesty and discipline personal
skills that we believe will benefit them long after the
marching band show is forgotten.
And the fun is not over yet! Upcoming activities include
Pep Band, Winter Guard, Drumline, Jazz Ensemble, Musical
Orchestra, Winter Concert, Solo and Ensemble, and All-State
Band auditions.
Tom Dean
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BAND
CAL.ENDAR
Be
on the lookout for the band calendar which covers November
‘04 through May ‘05. Your student should receive
their yellow calendar soon. Please ask your student about
this new calendar.
Please consider the band camp schedule when making vacation
plans, doctor checkups, dental appointments, etc. A LARGE
portion of our success depends on EVERYONE being at EVERY
rehearsal. Please schedule doctor appointments, etc. on
days the marching band DOES NOT practIce.
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Notes
from the Prez
The
2004 marching Band Season was one of the most exciting we
can remember. Our students accomplished the goals they set
for themselves each week and excelled in doing so. Each
Marching Season builds on the previous, so next year promises
to be even more exciting, replete with its own challenges
and accomplishments. Now is not the time to let down. Among
our goals as Band Boosters is the purchase and outfitting
of a new semi-trailer, which is no small undertaking. There
are many programs and fund raising activities coming up
throughout the remainder of this school year. Our next important
events are the Candle Sales and the Castle Christmas Craft
Show. Many of you will be helping with these events and
your continued efforts are much appreciated. Our students
now begin the Concert Band Season, Winter Guard and Winter
Drumline. Of course there is also the Pep Band which entertains
at Basketball Games and is a lot of fun. All your efforts
supporting the Castle Band do not go unnoticed and they
are certainly appreciated. Our unofficial motto is “Many
hands make small work”. We see this simple truth proven
at every opportunity. Thank you, keep up the good work and
keep the spirit of volunteerism alive and well.
Happy Thanksgiving to all!
Maurita and David Wills
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Volunteer credit from your employer?
Some companies will donate to not for profit organizations
for volunteer time given by one of their employees. Please
check to see if your business offers this kind of program.
Over the years the band boosters have received several business
donations from our boosters’ places of work.
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Calendar Reminders:
11/22 General Booster Meeting 7:00
11/ 17-20 CHS fall Musical- “Fame”
11/30 Pep Band Basketball game — Report at 6:00
12/4 CRAFT SHOW ALL DAY-Report at 6:00 am.
12/8 WINTER CONCERT - 7:00
1 2/17 Pep Band Basketball game — Report at 6:00
12/18 Pep Band Basketball game — Report at 6:00
After auditions, Jazz. Band rehearsals will be Wednesdays
3:15-5:15
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CRAFT
SHOW DECEMBER 4th
The annual Castle Band Craft Show is coming up on Saturday,
December 4th. Students will report at 6:00 a.m. and he available
throughout the day to help exhibitors, shoppers and staff.
Parents are needed in Concessions, Admissions, Gift Wrap,
Traffic, Raffle Table, Set-up on Friday afternoon, takedown
and clean up, SO please call AfafTawfik at 842-0305 or Chan
Reese at 858-6150. or email to:
castlecraftshow@hotmail.com right away to let one
of them know where you can help. The day is divided into
shifts so you can pick a time that is most convenient for
you. Our Craft Show is a great event (and a huge fund raiser
for the band) and can only continue that way with 100% participation.
BOXES NEEDED: We have a free gift wrap area
at the craft show. Please save gift boxes (even large, sturdy
shoe boxes will work br smaller items) for us to use in
this area. We also could use tape and bows. Thanks!
$$$$$ MONEY TAKERS NEEDED $$$$$
During the First few hours of the craft show all of the
entrances to school need to have many adults taking
admission fees. Later in the day when the large crowds die
down fewer people will be needed, but that first rush of
patrons will need lots of boosters to accommodate. Please
consider giving a few hours to help out with this or any
other area of the craft show. You do not have to be here
all day to help out - we have shifts to choose from. Thanks!
CONCESSIONS NEEDS YOU!!!
Valuable volunteers are needed to help with the concessions
on Dec. 4th We need 12 adults per shift. There are 4 shifts,
so you can pick a time that is most convenient for you.
Please contact Beth Williams at 853-9726 to help out or
if you have any questions.
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Next
Booster Meeting
is
Monday, November 22, 2004
at 7:00 pm.
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Marching
hand Video/DVDs
You will lind an order form for this year’s marching
hand video in this newsletter. It’s a great way to
have a professional video of our wonderhil 2004 show.
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CRAFT SHOW BAKE SALE:
Tis the season for homemade
goodies, So deck the Castle halls with sweets aplenty. Forget
the figgy pudding, we need cakes, pies and breads!
Two from each student, glad tidings will bring. Please wrap
up your goodies with ribbon & how, And deliver them
swiftly to the craft show!
The craft show committee is
requesting 2 baked goods from each band student. Please
help make our bake sale a success by sending in your items
Friday before 6:00pm or early Sat. am. Through experience
we know that large items (cakes, pies, breads) sell the
best. Please remember presentation is everything! If you
are unable to send in your baked goods please contact Connie
Weber at 858-4723.
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Craft
Show Flyers
Flyers
are available in the band office or at the upcoming meetings
to put out in your place of business, at your church, etc.
Also, please consider putting these flyers in the paper
slots of your friends and neighbors. The more publicity
that we have for the show the better our attendance will
be which helps not only the band but also our Crafters.
Please send your student into the office with the number
that you want and we’ll get them to you asap.
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Spirit
Night:
Roly Poly
5702 E. Virginia St. 962-2326 and
5225 Pearl Dr. 759-7659
Once
again you, your family and friends will have two chances
to help out the Boosters in Nov. Roly Poly Sandwiches and
Wadi Coffeehouse are hosting our “Spirit Night”
on Nov. 22-23, ALL DAY. They will give back 10% of
sales from Castle Band supporters. Just put your receipt
in the gold & blue CASTLE box provided. The 10% applies
to all sandwiches, party platters, box lunches, coffee drinks,
cheesesecakes, and smoothies dine-in or carry-out. If you
have a large order for delivery, please call them in advance.
Hours are 9 am-9 pm.
The Pearl Drive location is off Red Bank Road for those
who work on the West Side.
TELL YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS! THANKS!
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Thanks for the Picnic!
A
huge thanks goes out to James and Ruth Ann Lee for hosting
the picnic at their home and to all the boosters who took
care of the details (food prep, setup, cleanup, etc., etc.)
The picnic is a great evening for both students and parents
and was a wonderful send-off to the State Contest!
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