NHS Band & Guard
November 1, 2021
Peek at the Week for 11/1/2021
Get ready for an amazing and special final week of the season, with both New England States and Nationals just a few days apart. GO NEWTOWN! 💙💛 You've got this!
Monday 11/1:
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm (5:45 arrival): Full Band and Guard Rehearsal
Wednesday 11/3: NEW ENGLAND STATES, Veterans Memorial Stadium, New Britain (See full itinerary below)
- 3:00 pm
Thursday 11/4:
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm (5:45 arrival): Sectionals: Drumline, Front Ensemble, Brass, and Guard.
Saturday 11/6: USBands NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS AT METLIFE STADIUM (See full itinerary below.)
- 8:00 am (7:45 am arrival)
Wednesday, 11/3: New England States - Veterans Memorial Stadium, New Britain
WEAR YOUR SHOW SHIRTS AND WINDBREAKERS TO SCHOOL WITH PRIDE ON WEDNESDAY!
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm: Full Ensemble Rehearsal on NHS Turf
- Middle School Transportation: All NMS students will receive a bus pass from Mr. Ross to go on the same bus to travel to NHS in the first wave. If students have any questions about transportation, please ask Mr. Ross.
- Leave your uniform at NHS after rehearsal on Monday.
- BRING A HEARTY SNACK!
4:30 pm - 5:15 pm: Change into uniform bottoms, Everest shirt, black socks, and marching shoes for bus.
- Bring uniform jacket, gloves, windbreaker, etc.
- MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A SNACK!
5:15 pm: Load buses.
5:30 pm: Depart for Veterans Memorial Stadium
- 635 S. Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051
6:30 pm: Arrive at Veterans Memorial Stadium
8:36 pm*: PERFORMANCE
9:50 pm*: Awards
10:30 pm*: Depart for NHS
Students should call or text parents/guardians upon departure.
*Times are approximate and subject to change.
OTHER DETAILS FOR NEW ENGLAND STATES:
- Pit crew sign-ups here: NHS Band & Guard - 11/3 NE States RESCHEDULED Pit Crew (New Britain)
- Garment bags and flag bags can be dropped off in the Band Room on Monday after rehearsal. High Schoolers may drop off their uniforms and equipment on Monday or Wednesday.
- New England States Tickets can be purchased on the portal or click here no later than noon on Monday 11/1. Tickets will be distributed Monday after practice. (Nationals tickets can also be purchased on the portal or click here.)
- Students can buy concessions AFTER the performance, but we will not have time before. Be sure to pack a hearty snack to fuel you after school, since you won't eat dinner until approximately 8:00 pm.
- Parents may bring students home directly from Veterans Memorial Stadium after the performance, BUT MUST NOTIFY A CHAPERONE OR STAFF MEMBER BEFORE LEAVING.
Saturday, 11/6: USBands NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS AT METLIFE STADIUM
8:00 am - 8:45 am (7:45 am arrival): Stretches and Visual Block
- Winds and Drumline should take their instruments and cases from the band room and then head directly to the field.
- Pit should begin moving equipment to the truck.
- Visual block for winds and drumline.
- Guard will warmup/rehearse.
- BRING BAG LUNCH TO EAT ON THE BUS
8:45 am: Students move inside to change and get ready for bus.
- Students will board buses once ready.
9:30 am: Buses depart for MetLife Stadium.
11:30 am: Arrive at MetLife Stadium.
2:00 pm*: Approximate PERFORMANCE time
After Performance:
- Change
- Photos
- Awards
- Tailgate
- Watch performances
6:15 pm*: Depart for NHS
Students should call or text parents/guardians upon departure.
*Times are approximate and subject to change.
Click here to sign up to pit crew for Nationals!
REMINDERS FOR NATIONALS:
- Bring a bag lunch to eat on the bus.
- Purchases at MetLife can only be made by credit card - No cash transactions.
- DISCOUNT TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED HERE.
A Note about Tickets for States and Nationals:
Discount tickets for National Championships (11/6) can be purchased here no later than NOON on Thursday 11/4. Tickets will be handed out at the end of Thursday's sectionals rehearsal.
End of Season Banquet: REGISTRATIONS DUE TODAY!
Celebrate the 2021 Season!
- Monday, November 8, 2021
- 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Newtown Community Center
- Fairfield Hills Campus
- Sign up for the Fall Band & Guard Banquet at https://nhsbandguard.com/event-4539551. We must receive your registration by TODAY for catering purposes. WE CANNOT ACCEPT LATE REGISTRATIONS.
- All family members are welcome to attend! No charge for students who paid their 2021 fall registration fee. Children under 10 free. All others $20 each.
- This year's banquet will feature a full dinner buffet and dessert, senior speeches, special awards, karaoke and photo booth. Doors open at 5:30p. Dinner at 6p. Program at 7p.
- To volunteer with set up/decor or clean up, please contact Yolanda Hampton: 724-470-6044 or Yahampton@hotmail.com.
Banquet FAQ:
When is it?:
- Monday, November 8, 2021
- 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Where is it?:
- Newtown Community Center
- Fairfield Hills Campus
How much does it cost?:
- FREE for current band and guard members who have paid their fall registration in full.
- FREE for children under age 10.
- All others, $20.
What will happen?
- This year's banquet will feature a full dinner buffet and dessert, senior speeches, special awards, karaoke and photo booth. Doors open at 5:30p. Dinner at 6p. Program at 7p.
Do parents usually attend?
- Yes!
Can siblings attend?
- Yes!
What is the suggested attire?
- Students usually get dressed up in semi-formal attire.
- Family members usually get spiffed up too in business or cocktail attire.
Important Reminder about Absences
Emails:
Mr. Ovsiew: Ovsiewa@newtown.k12.ct.us
Mr. Carley: CarleyC@newtown.k12.ct.us
Tyler: tcamp392@gmail.com
Grace: gracemmckinley@gmail.com
Heads Up, Calendars Out
- November 3: New England States
- November 6: National Championships at Met Life Stadium
- November 8: Band and Guard Banquet
- November 12: Friday night home football game
- November 15: Pie Delivery/Pick-up
- November 22, 7:45-8:45 pm: Parent meeting at NHS
- November 24: OPTIONAL home football game.
- December 20, 7:45-8:45 pm: Parent meeting at NHS
- January 24, 7:45-8:45 pm: Parent meeting at NHS
- February 28, 7:45-8:45 pm: Parent meeting at NHS
- March 21, 7:45-8:45 pm: Parent meeting at NHS
- April 18, 7:45-8:45 pm: Parent meeting at NHS
- May 16, 7:45-8:45 pm: Parent meeting at NHS
- May 28 - May 31: National Memorial Day Parade Trip
- June 20, 7:45-8:45 pm: Parent meeting at NHS
Have a Question?
There's always an answer... And, feel free to contact staff, your parent buddy, or any NHSBPC board member below:
- President: Dianna Pategas - 203-820-0407
- Vice President: Susan White - 203-470-7940
- Interim Treasurer: DJ Ledina - 203-240-6966
- Recording Secretary: Alenda Calderbank - 203-788-5444
- Corresponding Secretary: Bonnie Voegeli - 203-470-2321
Email: info@nhsbandguard.com
Website: http://newtownbandandguard.weebly.com/