Ft. Madison High School

Bloodhound Bands

HANDBOOK 2008-09

School Year

Troy Gerleman, Director Marilyn Rippy, Director

2001 Ave B.

Fort Madison, Iowa 52627 319-372-1862 ext. #2112 (office)

319-372-1325 (fax) www.ft-madison.k12.ia.us

troy.gerleman@ft-madison.k12.ia.us marilyn.rippy@ft-madison.k12.ia.us

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Band Booster Executive Board

President Treasurer Rosie Schroeder Teresa Perry 2048 225th Avenue 2716 Avenue C West Point, Iowa Ft. Madison, IA 52627 (319) 837-6388 (319) 372-2809 rosie.schroeder@ft-madison.k12.ia.us teresa.perry@ft-madison.k12.ia.us Vice-President Secretary Principal Superintendent Mrs. Benita Gonzalez Dr. Ken Marang Ft. Madison High School Fort Madison Administration Building 2001 Ave B 501 Franklin Avenue Ft. Madison, IA 52627 Ft. Madison, IA 52627 (319) 372-1862 (319) 372-9420

Table of Contents

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I. Mission Statement II. Membership III. Scholastic Requirements IV. Auditions V. Attendance VI. Daily Rehearsal Schedule VII. Conduct VIII. Rehearsal Etiquette IX. Equipment & Facilities X. Football Games XI. Personal Appearance XII. Trips XIII. Discipline XIV. Grading XV. Uniforms XVI. Inspection XVII. Private Lessons XVIII. Officers XIX. Awards XX. Band Boosters XXI. Entry Fees XXII. Student Band Fees XXIII. What It Takes To Be # 1 XXIV. Ft. Madison HS Band Calendar for 2008-09 XXV. Misc. Band Forms XXVI. Band Handbook Acknowledgment Form

I MISSION STATEMENT A society is strengthened through the education of its youth. To assure that tomorrow’s adults become the most positive contributing members of our community, it is the mission of the Fort Madison High School Band to use

4music in bringing together the diversity of student backgrounds and personalities for those who choose band in their education. They will develop a deep willingness for the promotion of music in our society by higher level thinking skills such as creating, imagining, evaluating, perceiving, and comprehending. Through various musical experiences, students will receive an educational and life-long appreciation of many different styles of music, opportunities for developing personal character through mental and physical disciplines, and a sense of pride and accomplishment in a job well-done. II MEMBERSHIP Membership in the Fort Madison High School Band program shall be open to any student in the Fort Madison Community School District in grades 9-12 without regard to race, creed, color, sex, or religious preference. Generally, students without music and/or band experience will not be allowed to join the band program until the successful completion of a music competency exam has been administered by the director. However, a student selected for the Color Guard may acquire their appointment into the band program without prior musical training. III SCHOLASTIC REQUIREMENTS It should be recognized that academic success is the main intent of any school. Therefore, no one shall take part in any contest or performance who is not in compliance with the policies of the Fort Madison Community School District. A student must remain academically eligible in order to attend any band performance! IV ENSEMBLES Marching Band All students wishing to be in the Fort Madison High School Band will be considered for this group on an individual basis. Students with prior history of missing practices, performances, and competitions, or demonstrating a lack of commitment and pride for the group, will be considered for alternative placement to equipment duty and will not receive a spot in the competitive performance, rather it will be limited to half-time and parade performances. Prior musical training is very important, but is not an absolute requirement. Although instrumental experience is a distinct advantage, a person does not need to know how to play an instrument to be selected for the Color Guard (auditions held in April or May). Wind Ensemble The Wind Ensemble is the top performing organization that we offer to our band students. Members of this ensemble must be in 10 – 12 grades. This ensemble performs a wide variety of repertoire and tends to be on the higher end of the difficulty scale. This ensemble works towards perfecting every little musical nuance so our audience and band members alike can have a complete aesthetic musical experience. Concert Band This band contains our freshman band students and performs grade 3 & 4 level works.

5 Jazz Band Jazz Band I meets at 7:15 AM, Monday Wednesday, & Friday, Jazz Band II meets at 7:15 AM, Tuesday & Thursday. Students interested in Jazz Band must be aware of the early time commitment of rehearsals BEFORE signing up and/or auditioning for Jazz Band. Depending upon student interest, other non-credit ensembles may be formed which meet before or after the school day. Membership in all Jazz Ensembles will be by audition and director approval. Only students who are enrolled in Wind Ensemble or Concert Band are eligible to participate in Jazz Band unless special director approval is acquired. V ATTENDANCE Attendance is required at all rehearsals and performances! Because missing even one rehearsal diminishes the band’s ability to perform at it’s highest level, we must expect every student, at every rehearsal, every week! Likewise, an absence in a performance severely hinders the entire band! In the event of an unavoidable sickness or emergency, the student must communicate to a band director with a parent-signed note or email. Absences not properly notified will be considered unexcused. If a student has an unexcused absence from a rehearsal, the student will be grounded from performances for one week, will receive a “zero” for a grade, and will be removed from the Primary drill (if applicable). If a student has a second unexcused absence, that could be grounds for removal from the band program. An unexcused absence from a performance will result in removal from the band program! WORK SCHEDULES, DOCTOR’S APPOINTMENTS, AND DRIVER’S ED ARE NOT VIABLE REASONS FOR MISSING A REHEARSAL OR A PERFORMANCE!!! Use the Band Calendar and the Rehearsal Schedule and plan accordingly! Because it is imperative that all rehearsals start promptly at the designated time, tardies will be addressed by directors through our Discipline plan (see Section XI). Refer to the rehearsal schedule below to plan your week with top priority given to your band commitment! VI DAILY REHEARSAL SCHEDULE Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4

Block 1 – 8:15 to 8:58 Wind Ensemble Wind Ensemble Wind Ensemble 9:02 to 9:45

Marching Band 8:00 to 9:45 Lessons/Sectionals Lessons/Sectionals Lessons/Sectionals

Block 2 – 9:50 to 11:20

Elem. & M.S. Lessons Elem. & M.S. Lessons Elem. & M.S. Lessons Elem. & M.S. Lessons

Block 3 – 12:20 to 1:45 Lessons/Sectionals Lessons/Sectionals Lessons/Sectionals Lessons/Sectionals

Block 4 – 1:50 to 2:30 Concert Band (9th) Concert Band (9th) Concert Band (9th) 2:35 to 3:15 Lessons/Sectionals Lessons/Sectionals Lessons/Sectionals Lessons/Sectionals

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In addition to the regular class time, Marching Band will also rehearse once a week

after school during the fall: August 25th ---------------------- Band Rehearsal ------------------------7 – 9 PM September 8th ------------------ Band Rehearsal ------------------------7 – 9 PM September 13th----------------- Band Rehearsal ------------------------8 – Noon September 18th----------------- Band Rehearsal ------------------------7 – 9 PM September 29th----------------- Band Rehearsal ------------------------7 – 9 PM October 9th ---------------------- Band Rehearsal ------------------------7 – 9 PM VII CONDUCT As a member of the Ft. Madison Band Program, you are a part of one of the school’s most important organizations. Therefore, the success of the band will depend on the loyalty, cooperation, and dedication of each and every member. In keeping these rules, you are meeting an obligation that will help make our band successful. Each band member needs to adhere to the following: 1. Conduct which does not display respect for the band staff will not be tolerated. Foul language,

raised voices, inappropriate gestures, and physical contact will be reasons for referral to the administration and could be grounds for immediate removal from the program.

2. Any behavior that causes a disruption or interferes with the education process will not be tolerated.

3. Possession, sale, or use of narcotics, drugs, alcohol, tobacco or other controlled substances will be reason for referral to the administration and could be grounds for immediate removal from the program.

4. Possession of any weapon, dangerous instrument or object that could be reasonably considered a weapon, will be reason for referral to the administration and could be grounds for immediate removal from the program.

5. Destruction, defacement, and other acts of vandalism of school equipment or building will be reason for referral to the administration and could be grounds for immediate removal from the program.

6. Any type of discrimination will result in immediate disciplinary action. This also includes the use of vulgar and derogatory language.

7. Any type of public display of affection (PDA) will not be tolerated and will result in disciplinary action.

8. Courtesy and respect is to be shown at all times to all directors, chaperones, parents, fellow students, and individuals from other schools!

7 VIII REHEARSAL ETIQUETTE 1. Students are to be quiet (No talking), attentive, and focused whether in large, small, indoor, or

outdoor ensembles. 2. Students need to be on time, in place, and ready with all materials (horn, music, reeds, oil,

sticks, etc.) 3. Cell phones should be off or on silent. Any phone out in rehearsal, whether inside or outside,

will be taken up and turned in to the office as instructed in the FMHS student handbook. IX EQUIPMENT & FACILITIES Facilities will be maintained at the highest level of cleanliness and organization as possible. Proper steps will be taken to ensure the district’s role in facility preparedness, but the student’s and staff’s role in facility upkeep is paramount. Each band member needs to adhere to the following:

1. Band members are to keep the Band Room clean and neat. If you see trash on

the floor, pick it up and throw it away. 2. Keep the chairs and music stands in place. If you see a stand or chair turned

over, pick it up and reset it. 3. Because instruments are very expensive, treat all instruments with tremendous

respect. Do not touch any instrument that does not belong to you. 4. Any time your instrument is accessed, the horn case needs to be placed back in the locker and door shut. 5. At all times your locker door needs to be closed with lock

attached and snapped shut. 6. Band lockers are for instruments and music only. Keep them

clean. You may leave some books and, during marching season, some clothing (such as shoes, extra shirt, etc.) in your locker; however, it is imperative that your locker stay orderly, clean, uncluttered, and always functional, first and foremost, for your instrument and music. Non-compliance with this will result in loss of locker privileges! Do not abuse this very important responsibility.

7. Equipment that is removed from the band room without authorization will be treated as stolen property and appropriate action will be taken.

9. Unless otherwise directed, the band room is open to band students to come in and practice whenever a director is on campus. Non-band students should not be in the band room at any time without director approval!

10. We want students to feel at home in our band room; however, the director’s offices are a place to conduct business and students should knock and wait for permission to enter.

11. No food, drink (other than water), candy, or gum is allowed in the band room! Students needing to eat before a game or rehearsal need to do so in the cafeteria or outside. Always remember to clean up after yourself!

8 X FOOTBALL GAMES A detailed itinerary will be made available prior to all performances. For all games, the band will meet in role-check at the designated areas at the specified time. Attendance will be taken at the time indicated on the itinerary. At that time, the section leaders will conduct a brief inspection of the uniform and materials. All uniform parts must be present at inspection. The appearance that the band makes both on and off the football field is very important! Make the

band’s part of the game an outstanding one. The band, the student body, and the cheerleaders reflect the image of Ft. Madison High School. Many people outside of Ft. Madison will see the Bloodhound Band only ONCE. The impression they receive has a great deal to do with the spirit, pride, and reputation of the band. Let’s make our image a favorable one! Parents will assist the directors in chaperoning the stands and since they are placed in complete charge, and they are to be obeyed. Let your conduct be a credit to you, your parents, the band, our school and our city. REMEMBER TO BE

LADIES AND GENTLEMEN at all times! Stand Rules:

1. EACH PERSON is responsible for his or her equipment at all times. 2. STAY SEATED. DO NOT MOVE ABOUT OR BETWEEN SECTIONS DURING THE GAME 3. File up & down the stands in an orderly manner. Do not crowd or push. 4. Get your instrument and get in your position quickly and quietly. 5. BE PROPERLY UNIFORMED AT ALL TIMES!

Jackets on and buttoned at all times unless instructed otherwise by a director. During cold weather you may bring coats and blankets.

6. Do not bring unauthorized refreshments into the stands during the game. You will be given water while in the stands. NO EATING or DRINKING (other than water) is allowed while in uniform or in the stands.

7. Only play when instructed to by a director! The drumline will be allowed to play cadences and stand “jams” as long as they are done well and in good taste. All band members must have the Fight Song memorized. Students should be ready to play at a moment’s notice.

8. During the game, stay focused and tuned into the Directors and Drum Majors. 9. No one but band personnel is allowed in the band section. 10. Rest room passes during the game will be issued by band directors or chaperones 11. Stay 100% focused during performances: Our performance starts when we enter the stadium and ends

when we are completely out of uniform. 12. Everyone must wear the CURRENT YEAR band T-shirt under their uniform. 13. Meet at the band room at the designated time (usually 6:00 pm for home games). 14. You are encouraged to have spirit and cheer with the cheerleaders, but avoid making rude comments.

Treat everyone with respect and politeness.

9 XI PERSONAL APPEARANCE The FMCSD dress code will be strictly adhered to at all times since the personal appearance of the individual is important to the uniformity of our band. Since the focus is on the group, not the individual, the following guidelines will be expected while in uniform:

1. No jewelry such as rings, earrings, body piercing, necklaces, etc. The only exceptions will be senior rings and religious necklaces worn under the clothing. If a student needs to remove jewelry, section leaders will provide a safe storage which will be secured by a director. 2. All band members (male & female) will wear their hair off the collar. Hair may be pulled back in ponytails or in a French braid. All hair must be worn inside the hat for performances. 3. Make up for female band members must be as follows while in uniform: * Light foundation, eyelash mascara, light blush may be worn. * Eye shadow, eyeliner, lipstick and nail polish may not be worn. 4. Color Guard make-up will be determined by the director. 5. All make-up must be on before inspection. At no time may make-up be applied in the stands. 6. Again, when the uniform is designated to be worn, it must be buttoned, snapped, & zipped.

XII TRIPS

The Ft. Madison High School Band participates in trips to music contests/festivals each year along with a MajorMajor trip every other year. This year the band will be participating in the Disney’s Magic Music Days in Orlando, Florida. The FMCSD Student Code of Conduct is always in effect on such events. In addition, a student must meet all eligibility requirements set by the district and the directors while also meeting the monetary obligations for the trip if not funded by district. All students will travel as a group via school-approved transportation and will be expected to return on the same transportation. Students may make other arrangements for the returning trip under the following circumstances:

1. If the student desires to ride home with parents, a written parental request must be submitted to the band

director prior to leaving on the event. 2. A student may be released to no one other than a legal parent or guardian! 3. The student’s parent/guardian must come to a director at the bus after the event and personally “sign out” their child before leaving so we can be sure that the student’s transportation needs are met. Again, we can not release students to ANYONE OTHER THAN THEIR PARENT!

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10TRAVEL RULES 1. The entire band is RESPONSIBLE for the condition of the buses after trips. 2. The parent BUS CAPTAIN will notify each bus about what needs to be done to clean the bus. 3. Make sure all trash is placed in trash bags during the trip in order to keep the bus clean. 4. When we travel and eat on the buses, do not bring glass containers. Deposit all trash in the trash bags located on each bus. 5. Bus clean-up may be assigned as a part of required duty. 6. You may use personal electronic devices only with headphones. 7. Show courtesy and respect to sponsors and bus drivers. What they say, you do! 8. Students may not stand, sit, or sleep in the aisles at any time. 9. There will be no yelling or unnecessary noise at any time. 10. No public displays of affection. 11. When eating at restaurants always be polite and respectful. 12. Do not leave your instrument on the bus. 13. Avoid trouble from people not in our group. Let the parents, directors and security Personnel handle these situations. 14. All students are required to be with the group at all times. 15. Please do not leave any money unattended in your seat or in your room. 16. Always be aware of the curfew, and abide by it. 17. On overnight trips, boys are not allowed in girl’s rooms and girls are not allowed in boy’s rooms! 18. Do not disturb other guests in hotel. 19. You are responsible for the bus schedule: ALWAYS BE ON TIME! XIII DISCIPLINE Methods of discipline and consequences may include one or more of the following levels: (1) Verbal warning

Do the RIGHT (2) Minor consequences – ½ hr. work detail.

RIGHTthing at the (3) Parent contact (assigned 1 hr. work detail)

(4) Office referral, parent contact, & student contract moval from the program

IV GRADING

(5) Re time!

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Every student

will be given grades determined by: Assements (based on individual lessons or group sectionals and or written work) – 10% Participation (based on individual effort, punctuality, involvement, etc.) – 15% Performance (based on the individuals contribution to the group’s performance.) – 60% Attendance (based on the schools new policy, tardies and attendance will now count as 15% of

en. All grades are weighted equally except for the Final exam which counts a major part f the semester grade.

the students grade.) A participation grade will be given each week throughout the year for the student’s co-curricular involvement in before or after school rehearsals, and involvement during class. Playing exams and written exams will be given as deemed necessary by the band directors. All marching contest music and concert contest music will be played off for a grade which will include a memory grade for the fall’s music. In addition, playing exams and chair exams may also be givo

11 XV UNIFORMS

he student will be responsible for keeping all parts of the niform together and in it’s proper place after each use.

d to do so. All members will need to have a Bloodhound Band t-shirt and eeds to be worn under your uniform.

When in uniform you are on parade; wear it with pride and dignity. Your personal appearance and your actions represent not only you but your band, your school, and your community. A uniform is issued to each band member at the beginning of school at no cost to the student. The uniform consists of a hat, coat, pants, and gauntlets. Each student will furnish his own black socks, white marching gloves and approved black marching shoes. The uniform will be kept in the band room and tu When the uniform is worn, the entire suit will be worn as directed. When attending any kind of function, do not remove any of the uniform until toln CARE AND WEARING OF THE UNIFORM

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plume. The coat should be worn completely buttoned and fin public unless otherwise instructed by a director. The marching band T-shirt will perspiration and protect the coat. Trouser length should be should be 4.5 inches from the floor to the pant leg. DO NOT CUT THE PANT MATERIAL when usting or hemming length!!!! Shoes should be kept black and spotless. Solid, full-length socks must be worn—no ankle socks or see-through hose will be acceptable. We WILL paint your white socks BLACK!

5. EVER sit on the ground in uniform!

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TION Brass Instruments – Valves and slides must work freely. Mouthpieces must be clean and horns spotless. Woodwind Instruments – Reeds should be clean and without flaws. Instruments should be free of dust and dirt under the keys. Pads should be in good condition

Instrumentswithout frays. Percussion – Drum heads and shells must be clean. Cymbals must be

lished. po Inspection – Inspection is an important part of our pre-game activities and will be carried on in a business-like manner. Any discrepancy discovered during inspection will result in extra duty (report duty) following each inspection. You will do one report duty for each demerit you receive.

lyre must be presented during inspection & must be complete with music and

3. Cleanliness of instrument, body, and uniform is required.

1. Music folder and name tag. 2. Proper tailoring of uniform is required.

12 XVII PRIVATE LESSONS In order to move our program forward, a private lesson program will be in place to allow any student to study privately with a professional musician accomplished on his/her instrument. Studies have shown that students studying privately far exceed those only receiving class instruction and students taking private lessons tend to achieve higher placing in individual competitions. Depending upon available money, partial scholarships may be issued. If interested in private lessons, please see a band director for a recommended private teacher. XVIII OFFICERS Student leaders are elected through a process in involving student, director and teacher input and they represent the very heart of the band. The band functions best when all the student leaders are working effectively together. The student leaders include the following: President Uniform officers Drumline Captain Color Guard Captain Vice-President Librarians Section Leaders Secretary Equipment officers Drum Majors XIX AWARDS Awards are given to members of the band for loyalty, dependability, and outstanding musical contributions to the WHS band and are selected by the directors. JOHN PHILLIP SOUSA BAND AWARD Must have shown superior musicianship, dedication, leadership, dependability, loyalty, and cooperation to the band. LOUIS ARMSTRONG JAZZBAND AWARD Must have shown superior musicianship, dedication, leadership, dependability, loyalty, and cooperation to the Jazz band. SEMPER FIDELIS BAND AWARD Awarded to a student exemplifying outstanding dependability and faithfulness to the band. OUTSTANDING MUSICIANSHIP AWARD 1. Award given to all deserving students. 2. Must have shown outstanding musicianship and distinguished musical contributions to the band. OUTSTANDING MERIT AWARD 1. Award given to all deserving students. 2. Must have made outstanding contributions, leadership, and service to the band. OUTSTANDING SERVICE AWARD 1. Must be a senior. 2. Must have shown outstanding musical dedication and service to the high school band.

13 BAND LETTER Band letters may be awarded to persons accumulating 75 points or more. When a student has

achieved 75 points, then the student can submit a Letter Request Form detailing their achievements.

POINTS AWARDED FOR: 20 For attending summer Band Camp 25 Each year completed in the High School Band. 25 Band Receives a division 1 rating at Large Group Contest 10 Holding an officer position.

10 Full participation in Jazz Band 10 Full participation in Pep Band 25 Making All-State Band/Orchestra (if not selected--15 pts. awarded for preparation & tryout—if approved by director)

25 Making SEIBA Honor Band (if not selected--10 pts. awarded for preparation & tryout—if approved by director) 5 Participation in Solo and Ensemble Contest (for each event up to 10 pts.) 10 Participation in State Solo and Ensemble Contest 50 Receiving a division 1 rating at State Solo and Ensemble Contest

POINTS DEDUCTED FOR:

25 Unexcused absence from a performance. 10 Unexcused absence from a rehearsal 5 Documented disciplinary action 5 Ineligibility preventing participation at contests or performances 2 Unexcused tardy to a rehearsal

All points earned or deducted are carried over from year to year.

Please get involved in the many activities our band program has to offer! You become a better player, their fun, and they earn you points towards lettering!

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XX BAND BOOSTERS The Ft. Madison High School Band Booster Club is a vital support organization that serves the band in many ways. Boosters help on trips by chaperoning on buses, loading and unloading equipment trailers, providing water, moving equipment from place to place, and generally assisting in whatever is needed. Money raised by the FMHS Band Booster Club supplements the school budget in providing instruments, supplies, scholarships, and other special needs the band may have. Much of the success of the Ft. Madison High School Band is a direct result of the tireless work of the Booster Club. We encourage all parents to be involved by joining the club, attending the meetings, and helping with projects. Meetings are the second Thursday of every month starting at 7:00 pm in the High School band room. All parents are welcome and encouraged to attend. XXI ENTRY FEES All contest entry fees in which the full band is entering will be paid by the band. However, any student failing to complete his or her performance will be expected to reimburse the band for the full amount of their entry into that competition. The students portion is figured by the number of band members divided by the cost of the entry fee for the entire group. Any individual wishing to participate in an individual solo contest or honor band audition, is responsible for paying their own entry fees. See student band fees section below. XXI STUDENT BAND FEES

Band Camp Fee................................................................$25.00 Annual Band Fee..............................................................$75.00 Solo Contest .......................................................................$9.00 All State / Honor Band.......................................................$7.00 Colorguard Fee.................................................................$50.00 Marching Percussion Fee.................................................$25.00 Band T-Shirt.....................................................................$12.00 Jazz Band Shirt & Tie ......................................................$35.00

The Annual band fee helps offset the costs the district can’t provide. It goes to music, instruments, equipment, additional staffing, transportation etc. We continue to strive to keep our fees as low as possible and provide numerous fundraising opportunities along with a payment plan for your family’s convenience.

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2008 - 09 Band Calendar

Date Event Location July 22nd – 25th--------------- Music Camp --------------------------------------------- High School Aug. 4th – 8th ----------------- Drill Camp------------------------------------------------ H. S. Football Field Aug. 9th ------------------------ Car Wash ------------------------------------------------ Locations TBA Aug. 10th----------------------- Sweet Corn Festival Parade------------------------- West Point, IA Aug. 22nd ---------------------- Red & Black Game ------------------------------------ H. S. Football Field Aug. 25th----------------------- M.B Rehearsal ------------------------------------------ H.S. Football Field Aug. 29th----------------------- Home Game w/Middle School Band -------------- High School Sept. 6th ----------------------- Rodeo Parade ------------------------------------------ High School Sept. 19th---------------------- Home Game--------------------------------------------- High School Sept. 20th---------------------- FMHS Band Classic ----------------------------------- High School Sept. 20th---------------------- Mt. Pleasant Invitational ------------------------------ Mt. Pleasant, IA Sept. 26th---------------------- Homecoming Game/Parade------------------------- Ft. Madison, IA Sept. 27th---------------------- Linn Mar Marching Invitational ---------------------- Marion, IA Oct. 4th ------------------------- Little Hawk Invitational -------------------------------- Iowa City, IA Oct. 4th ------------------------- Davis County Festival of Bands -------------------- Bloomfield, IA Oct. 11th ----------------------- Clark Co. Festival of Bands-------------------------- Kahoka, Mo Oct. 18th ----------------------- State Marching Band Contest----------------------- Muscatine, IA Oct. 25th ----------------------- All State Auditions-------------------------------------- Fairfield, IA Nov. 18th----------------------- U of I Band Extravaganza---------------------------- Iowa City, IA Nov. 20th – 22nd-------------- All State Music Festival ------------------------------- Ames, IA Nov. 28th----------------------- Parade of Lights ---------------------------------------- Downtown F.M. Dec. 7th ------------------------ FMHS Band Holiday Concert ----------------------- High School Jan. 10th ----------------------- SEIBA Honor Band Auditions ----------------------- Fairfield, IA Jan. 17th ----------------------- State Jazz Contest------------------------------------- TBA Jan. 24th ----------------------- SEIBA Honor Band ------------------------------------ Iowa City, IA Jan. 25th ----------------------- Variety Show -------------------------------------------- Middle School Feb. 8th ------------------------ FMHS Band Winter Concert------------------------- High School Feb. 21st ----------------------- UNI Tallcorn Jazz Festival --------------------------- Cedar Falls, IA Feb. 28th----------------------- IHCC Jazz Festival ------------------------------------ Ottumwa, IA Mar. 7th ------------------------ SEIBA Jazz Festival ----------------------------------- Iowa City, IA Mar. 14th----------------------- Quincy Jazz & Show Choir Contest --------------- Quincy, Il Mar. 18th – 24th -------------- Florida Trip----------------------------------------------- Florida Mar. 28th----------------------- IHSMA Solo Contest ---------------------------------- TBA Mar. 28th----------------------- Taco Supper--------------------------------------------- KC Hall Mar. 30th----------------------- All School Concert ------------------------------------- High School Apr. 3rd ------------------------- Big Band Dance Night -------------------------------- High School May 1st ------------------------- IHSMA Large Group Contest------------------------ TBA May 3rd------------------------- FMHS Band Awards Concert ----------------------- High School

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XXII WHAT IT TAKES TO BE # 1 Vince Lombardi

• “You’ve got to pay the price!

• Winning is not a sometime thing; it’s an all-the-time thing. You don’t win once in a while, you don’t do things right

once in a while, you do them right all the time. Winning is a habit. Unfortunately, so is losing.

• There is no room for second place. There is only one place in my game and that is first place. I have finished second twice in my time at Green Bay and I don’t ever want to finish second again. There is a second place bowl game, but it is a game for losers played by losers. It is and always has been an American zeal to be first in anything we do and to win and to win and to win!

• Every time a football player goes out to play his trade he’s got to play from the ground up---from the soles of his

feet right up to his head. Every inch of him has to play. Some guys play with their heads. That’s O.K. You’ve got to be smart to be No. 1 in any business. But more important, you’ve got to play with your heart---with every fiber of your body. If you’re lucky enough to find a guy with a lot of head and a lot of heart, he’s never going to come off the field second.

• Running a football team is no different from running any other kind of organization---an army, a political party, a

business (High School BAND Program). The principles are the same. The object is to win---to beat the other guy. Maybe it sounds hard or cruel. I don’t think it is.

• It’s a reality of life that men a competitive and the most competitive games draw the most competitive men. That’s

why they’re there---to compete. They know the rules and the objective is to win---fairly, squarely, decently, by the rules---but to win.

• And in truth, I’ve never known a man worth his salt who in the long run, deep down in his heart, didn’t appreciate

the grind, the discipline. There is something in good men that really yearns for, needs, discipline and the harsh reality of head-to-head combat.

• I don’t say these things because I believe in the ‘brute’ nature of man or that men must be brutalized to be

combative. I believe in God, and I believe in human decency. But, I firmly believe that any man’s finest hour---his greatest fulfillment to all he holds dear---is that moment when he has worked his heart out in a good cause and lies exhausted on the field of battle---victorious!”

Do you not know that those who run in a race, run all, but only one receives the prize? Therefore, run in such a way that you may win!

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- XXII I The following form must be signed and returned by:

FRIDAY, AUGUST 29, 2008

FT. MADISON HIGH SCHOOL BLOODHOUND BANDS

BAND HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM

e, the undersigned, acknowledge that we have read the Ft. Madison High School Band Handbook.

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e also acknowledge that we are now responsible for all the information contained in this handbook d agree to abide by the rules and procedures as stated in the Ft. Madison High School Band

Handbook.

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We acknowledge that we are also responsible for any and all Ft. Madison C.S.D Policy and Guidelines that are not specifically stated in the Ft. Madison High School Band Handbook.

We understand that failure to follow all FMCSD policies and Ft. Madison High School Band policies may result in disciplinary action, including the loss of privilege of being in the Ft. Madison High School Band. ______________________ Student’s Name (Print) ______________________ Student Signature ___________ Date ______________________ Parent’s Name (Print) ______________________ Parent Signature ___________ Date