Information on Parents Night at Band Camp

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We are still in need of drivers for Tag Day on August 28th. There will be an opportunity to sign up for Tag Day before and after the band performance. Please see Jeff Delaney or Ron Asher to sign up. We will also be offering the Ross High School Band of Class "Through Darkened Sleepy Hollow" shirts to purchase before and after the band performance. This order offer is for parents, siblings, relatives and any one wanting to support the Ross High School Band. Please note that there will only be one order this year and all the band members have already ordered their shirts.  Please see Jeff Delaney to order or you may click on the link below to print the order form and return to Mr. Roemer by August 6, 2010. (Checks Made Payable to: Ross High School Band)

"Through Darkened Sleepy Hollow T-Shirt order

Parent Band Camp Meeting & Band Booster Open House

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Monday, July 19th in the high school The evening begins at 6:30pm in the lobby outside the auditorium. At this time you can pay camp balances, participation fees, and you can pick up your family's band directory. This is also a great time to become a Band Booster Member. You can sign-up for many volunteer opportunities such as; Tag Day driver, Chaperone for football games and/or competitions, Pit Crew, Chili Supper, Split-the-Pot, Fudge maker, etc. You can help as much or as little as your schedule allows.

The Parent meeting will begin promptly at 7pm in the auditorium. This meeting is designed to flood you with information so you will always know what is going on with your teenager in band. Don't be afraid to ask questions. "Band" can be a wonderful experience for your child as well as yourself.

Band Fees and Expenses:

  • Participation Fee- $35.00 (This needs to be a separate check payable to Ross Local Schools)
  • Uniform Items-(These items-if ordered-need to have a check payable to Ross High School Band or cash)
  • Black Marching Shoes $31.00 (winds and percussion only, not color guard)
  • Gloves $3.00 (only for wind players, no percussion or color guard)
  • Garment Bag $15.00 (everyone must have one, but you can buy one elsewhere)
  • Black Socks (provide your own)-not color guard

Band Camp: What to Bring

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On the first day (Sunday) please wear appropriate clothing & shoes for the trip to camp and marching practice. Pack your instrument, enough clothing for 3 days and 3 nights (check the extended weather forecast to help with clothing selections), 6-7 pairs of socks, an extra pair of comfortable shoes for marching, swim suit, rain coat or poncho, 3 towels & washcloths, toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, comb, deodorant, insect repellent, sunscreen, sunglasses or a hat, sleeping bag, pillow, and any other personal items you may need. Do not bring stereo equipment, expensive jewelry, expensive cameras, etc. Finally, please keep all luggage to a minimum! Each band member should bring spending money for a lunch stop on the bus ride to camp (this is usually a fast food restaurant), and they will also need at least $8 (if possible send singles) to buy pizza at the Pizza Party on Tuesday night.

July 25- July 28 at Camp Lebanon, 4464 Emmons Rd., Oregonia, OH 45054    For Emergency Only! 513-932-6260

Be at the HS band room at 9:30am on July 25th. A bus will bring the students to camp. Parents will bring their child home on July 28th, after the band performs, about 6:00 or 6:30pm. If you like, bring a lawn chair and come early to get a good spot to watch the performance.

HOW DO I GET THERE?

Travel time from Ross is about 45 to 75 minutes, depending on traffic & road conditions.

From Hamilton: Butler County Veterans Hwy (129) east to 75; north to exit 29 (Monroe); Ohio 63 east through Lebanon to left on Oregonia Rd. to Emmons Rd. Camp is on the left.

From Colerain: 275 east to 71 north; Exit 32-turn right on Ohio 123 then left on Ohio 350 then left on South Waynesville Rd.; Turn right on Emmons Rd. Camp is on the left.

Reminders

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Sunday, April 11th is the next dining night at Eli's in Ross from 4-11pm. The Ross Band program will receive 10% of your receipt, so please be sure to put it in the "Ross Band" container or give it to the cashier. Tuesday, April 13th at 7pm is the next Band Boosters' Meeting held in the High School Band room. Elections will be conducted for new Booster leadership.

If you would like to add some of your personal pictures that you took of your band member and their friends to the end of year slide shoe, please e-mail them to Mrs. Henninger at henrdrnnr@aol.com

Ross Band of Class 09'-10' Memory Book

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We are offering a Band memory book of the 2009-2010 Marching Season. This book is a collage of pictures from Football games, Halloween, Competitions and more that have been taken over the school year. All band members should have had an opportunity to view the book at school. If you would like to see the book and pictures, and would like to purchase a copy, please go the following link: Memory Book Link

Dear Ross Band Families

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A nominating committee has been formed to seek out those of you who are interested in running for one of the three leadership positions that will need to be filled for next school year. President                  2 year term

Vice President          1 year term

Secretary                 2 year term

If you are interested in running for any of these positions, please contact one of the committee member: Tammy Grenier (738-4273), Mary Ann Henninger (738-5433), or Rick Giuliano (868-9678). Information about these positions can be found on this website, clink on the link Ross Band Boosters.

If you are currently a committee/fundraiser/service chairperson we need to hear from you. Please contact Alan (ajtillery@fuse.net) or Debbie (wurzelbacher@fuse.net) to let them know if you will continue your duties next school year. We are compiling a list of positions that will need to be filled, so please reply as soon as possible.

High School Director's Note

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It is time once again for a composite picture to be made of the High School Band & Guard. The composite picture is given to us by Baker Photography, so students need to make an appointment with Baker to have a head shot done for the picture. You are not required to purchase anything, unless you wish to. Please make an appointment this month and be sure your student brings their instrument/flag and their uniform with them.

Baker Photography 513-868-2676 (Mention "Ross Band")

Holiday Gift Ideas

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Entertainment Books: Band Boosters are selling Entertainment books and the cost of the books are $20 each. The books are available from Mr. Roemer at the High School, Mrs. Bielefeld at the Middle School, Mrs. Stapleton at Elda Elementary & Mrs. Morrissey at Morgan Elementary.

Band Savings Cards:

The Band Savings Cards are available for $5.00 each with discounts at many local businesses. Look for these cards at all upcoming band concerts and some RHS basketball games.

Logo Mats:

The mats are available from Mr. Roemer in the high school band room and the mats sell for $25.00.

Ross Band of Class Spirit Wear Sale

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Items for the Ross Band of Class Spirit Wear sale are now available to purchase. Order forms are available in the high school band room. Middle School Band members will bring home an order form. Pre-pay orders will need to be returned to Mr. Roemer or Mr. Moonitz by Thursday, November 19th, and all orders will be delivered before Christmas break. If you would like to look at what is available to purchase and the prices, please look at the Ross Spirit Wear tab on the bottom left side of this website.

If you would like to view or print the order form please click on link below:

ROSS BAND OF CLASS APPAREL ORDER FORM - 2009