Colleyville Heritage Band
Week of BANDtober 19
Congratulations on earning Superior Ratings at UIL on Thursday! The UIL Area marching contest is SATURDAY! This is a huge week ahead, and we are looking to continue our momentum! We need everyone's best efforts all week, as we continue to refine Celestial Veil.
Eligibility:
To help students get back on track, students who are currently ineligible will be required to attend PREP on Wednesdays and Thursdays after school until all grades are passing, OR tutorials with their teacher during their specific tutorial times. PREP is an opportunity for students to receive additional time, support, and accountability to get their grades where they need to be. A late bus is available for students who need transportation home.
Our goal is not simply to identify students who are struggling, but to provide the structure and support necessary to help them be successful. We want every student to remain eligible and fully participate in everything the band program has planned this year.
Thank you for your support and for working with us to help our students stay on track academically.
More information below!
- Add the band calendar to your personal calendar! ALL rehearsals and performances are listed
- The Attendance Policy and the band calendar are near the end of this newsletter. ALL members should add the band calendar to their personal calendar, and read the attendance policy. Absences require an email to Ms. Beer. All other absence information is listed in the link below
- CHHS Band Directors
Eligibility
IF YOU ARE STILL INELIGIBLE:
- Come to every rehearsal as usual, you may not attend any performances
IF YOU REGAINED ELIGIBILITY:
- You may start participating in performances on 10/15 at 4pm (HOCO Game, Area, etc)
If a student earns a grade below a 70 on their Progress Report 2 or on their nine-week grades, they will lose eligibility. Students may regain eligibility if they pass all classes on their progress report.
Students enrolled in and failing an AP or Pre-AP class (60 or higher) may apply for a waiver if they meet all of the rules and conditions stated in the waiver application.
GRADE CHECK - 10/30
LOSE OR REGAIN ELIGIBILITY 11/6
Weekly Schedule (BANDtober 19 - 24)
Monday, BANDtober 19
- 7:45am - Wind Ensemble Rehearsal - FULL SCHEDULE
- 5pm - Call time, all students present
- 5:30pm - 8:30pm - Marching Rehearsal
Tuesday, BANDtober 20
- 5pm - Call time, all students in stadium
- 5:30pm - 8:30pm - STADIUM Marching Rehearsal - Mr. Kuhn Clinic
Wednesday, BANDtober 21
- 7:45am - Wind Ensemble Rehearsal - FULL SCHEDULE
Thursday, BANDtober 22
- 6:15am - Call time, all students on campus
- 6:30am - 8:15am - Rehearsal
- 8:30am - Wind Ensemble Rehearsal - FULL SCHEDULE
- GCISD Band Expo - ITINERARY
Friday, BANDtober 23
- 6:45am - Call time, all students on campus
- 7am - 8:15am - Rehearsal
- Homecoming Football Game @ Argyle - ITINERARY
Saturday, BANDtober 24
- UIL Area Marching Contest - ITINERARY
Looking AHEAD (BANDtober 26 - 30)
Monday, BANDtober 26
- 7:45am - Wind Ensemble Rehearsal - FULL SCHEDULE
- 5pm - Call time, all students present
- 5:30pm - 8:30pm - Marching Rehearsal - Mr. Barnard Clinic
Tuesday, BANDtober 27
- 7:45am - Wind Ensemble Rehearsal - FULL SCHEDULE
- 5pm - Call time, all students in stadium
- 5:30pm - 8:30pm - STADIUM Marching Rehearsal
Wednesday, BANDtober 28
- 7:45am - Wind Ensemble Rehearsal - FULL SCHEDULE
Thursday, BANDtober 29
- 6:15am - Call time, all students on campus
- 6:30am - 8:15am - Rehearsal - Mr. Barnard Clinic
Friday, BANDtober 30
- 6:45am - Call time, all students on campus
- 7am - 8:15am - Rehearsal
- Homecoming Football Game @ Home vs. Grapevine (RED RAIL) - ITINERARY
- End of Grading Period
Mark Your Calendars
- November 1-3 - UIL State Marching Contest
- November 5 - Football Game (Away) - ITINERARY
- November 6 - UIL Gain Eligibility
- November 7 - Lewisville Drumline Contest
- November 9 - Fall Jazz Concert
- November 12 - Future Panther Meeting
- November 13 - Potential Playoff Game (ALL members)
- November 17-18 - Region Jazz Clinic and Concert
- November 19 - Midwest Concert
- November 20 - Potential Playoff Game (ALL members)
- November 27 - Potential Playoff Game
- November 30 - Region Auditions Woodwind Phase 1 @ Coppell HS
- December 1 - Region Auditions Brass/ Percussion Phase 1 @ Coppell HS
Midwest Rehearsal and Performance Schedule
Wind Ensemble members - be sure to read the schedule and mark your calendars appropriately for the dates listed. Please note rehearsals, performances, and the photoshoot!
District Band Fees
District Band instrument fees have been uploaded to skyward. These are district assed fees not associated with the boosters. Please pay online through Skyward!
District assessed fees go directly to the district and pay for instrument maintenance. Fees cover approximately 1/3-1/2 of annual cleaning. District instrument fees are $100 per instrument per semester.
For example: Fall - $100 marching percussion, $100 concert percussion; Spring - $100 concert percussion
Marching Band Music 2026
TMEA All State Etudes
Freshman cuts are now in the folder! EVERYONE learns the TMEA etudes!
The first region pass off will be due by 11:59 PM Friday, August 21 and the second region pass off will be due that next friday, August 28th by 11:59 PM.
Amazon Wishlist
We have added disinfectant products to help keep the band healthy! Please take a glance if you are able!
Thank you in advance for your help providing miscellaneous supplies for our students and program! Your generosity does not go unnoticed. We update this list periodically to reflect current needs.
Attendance
Being present is one of our core values! If you are ever going to be absent or tardy, please email the band directors and be sure Ms. Beer is on it (karson.beer@gcisd.net)!
Band Website and Calendar
As always, please utilize the band website and calendar so that you are aware of all of our band activities! Review the band calendar regularly and stay on top of our dates!
The members only page is now password protected. The password is "Kioc25!"
Bands of America Virtual 5k
- $35 registration includes a commemorative finisher medal
- Participate from anywhere
- Complete 3.1 miles between November 1–15
- Run, walk, hike, bike, or march
Booster Notes
SportsYou Information
SportsYou is our primary communication platform for the 2026–2027 season. Please ensure you have joined the appropriate group:
- 26–27 CHHS NEW Parents: TLR7-2Q3M
- 26–27 CHHS Band Parents (Returning): A3SK-TTPU
- Color Guard Diamonds 26–27: WSAA-RMQA
- 2026–2027 CHHS Band Seniors: 48ZG-5YLM
Contest Season Information
Get ready for competition season! Check out the flyer below for all the essential contest information and guidelines.
Volunteer Needs
URGENT NEED – Remainder of season 58% Filled: We need immediate help to cover the remainder of our season! Band operations rely entirely on parent
participation, and completing at least 4 volunteer shifts per family is required. Please visit the link below today and lock in your required shifts! Thank you!
VOLUNTEER HUB: https://linktree.com/CHHSBand
Note: If link is flagged, copy/paste the link into a new tab. For multiple shifts, a desktop is recommended.
Open Roles Needed: Concessions, Chaperones, & Road Crew -- It's a quick, easy way to support the team, and we can't do it without you! Please take two minutes today to check your calendar and sign up for a spot.
Volunteer Sign-Up Is Now Live!
Volunteer sign-ups and background checks are available through our central volunteer hub. Opportunities are organized by month and include all available volunteer roles throughout the season.
Volunteer Hub: https://linktr.ee/CHHSBand
(Note: If your browser flags the link as unverified, you may safely proceed or simply copy and paste the link directly into a new browser tab.)
Volunteer Expectations & Tips:
Requirement: As a reminder, each family is required to complete a minimum of four volunteer shifts during the marching season.
Additional volunteer shifts are always appreciated!
For a smoother experience when booking multiple shifts, try using a desktop computer rather than a mobile device.
Band Fees
The deadline to pay band fees was September 1, unless previous arrangements have been made with the Booster Treasurer. For returning band students, outstanding fees have been posted in Presto. For new band students, please contact Jessica Rajian (chhs.band.treasurer1@gmail.com) if you have not already done so to establish a payment schedule.
Students can place cash/check payments in the band hall safe (located near the directors' offices). Be sure payment is in an envelope or ziploc bag and clearly labeled with the student name (first and last) and purpose of payment.
Contest Season Guide for Parents
Volunteer Background Check
All volunteers are required to complete a background check each school year
Your Band Booster Leaders
Hina Virani
CHHS Band Booster VP
Bryce Backers
CHHS Band Booster co-VP
Jessica Rajian
CHHS Band Booster Treasurer
Online Spirit Store
Show your Panther Band pride with official CHHS Band apparel.
Shop the Online Spirit Store: https://chhsband.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Corporate Sponsorships
Help support the band!
Photos & Yearbook
A Message From Our Band Photographer
Good evening returning band parents, and a warm welcome to our new parents! For those who don't know me, I am Nicole Gluck, mom to two band kids: Kaylee, who is a senior this year , and Parker, who is a freshman.
I wanted to introduce myself because I am the band photographer. You and your kids will see me a lot throughout the season with my camera, capturing all the fun and memories! Many of the kids already know me and are not shy about asking for photos with their friends. I am 100% okay with this, as long as it is at an appropriate time and doesn't disrupt practice.
We have a band photo website that I will link at the end of this message. This is where you can view and save any images you want. My photo files will always start with "KMP," which stands for my photography business, K.Madison Photography.
I am so excited for this season and look forward to meeting you and getting to know your kids. I have never seen kids work as hard as band kids do! They are truly amazing, and in no time, those who are new will make friendships that will last a lifetime!
