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Panther Band Journal: Week of 8/11

Panther Band Journal: Week of 8/11
Panther Band Journal:Week of 8/11

School Starts On Monday! School Starts On Monday!

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Classes begin on Monday at both Lovelady High School and Princeton Senior High School. Students should report to the Band Hall on their campus on Monday for the class period shown on their schedule. Students will not need instruments for the first day of school.


Any scheduling issues related to band or colorguard classes will be handled by directors and counselors. If you have questions about band/colorguard classes, please contact Dr. Knight or Mr. McGehee. Students and parents should not contact counselors directly to discuss changes for band/colorguard classes.


Beginning on Tuesday, band classes will meet in these locations:


  • 3rd Period - Lovelady HS Band Hall
  • 4th Period - Lovelady HS Band Hall
  • 5th Period Percussion - Lovelady HS Band Hall
  • 5th Period Woodwind/Brass - Princeton Senior HS Band Hall
  • 6th Period - Lovelady HS Band Hall

Required Extracurricular Rehearsals Required Extracurricular Rehearsals

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All band and colorguard students are required to participate in extracurricular rehearsals outside of regular school hours. Our "normal" rehearsal schedule is Monday nights, 5:00-8:00pm, and Tuesday/Thursday afternoons, 3:30-6:00pm. However, this schedule may change in certain weeks to account for days off from school and special additional rehearsals.


Students and their families are strongly encouraged to review the weekly schedules provided near the bottom of each PBJ, as well as the official calendar on the high school band website, for the most accurate and current information. Any conflicts with required rehearsals must be communicated as explained in the Band Handbook. Failure to attend and fully participate in required rehearsals without proper communication may affect student grades and/or role in the competition show.


This week's rehearsal schedule:


  • Tuesday, August 12, 3:30-6:00pm
  • Thursday, August 14, 3:30-6:00pm
  • Friday, August 15, 3:30-6:00pm
  • Saturday, August 16, 7:00-11:00am

Band Fees Band Fees

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We are still in the process of adding fees on CutTime. We aim to have all fees added by Wednesday of this week. Once fees appear in CutTime, outstanding balances may be paid online by credit/debit card, or in person via cash or check.


Families of students who have not yet turned in a fee form should complete the appropriate form and return it to the band directors this week. Forms can be printed from the links below, or students may request a copy of the form from the directors. Please note that the form requires a parent/guardian signature.


Note: Colorguard members should refer to the fee information that was previously communicated by Mr. McGehee.

Woodwind/Brass Fee Form
Percussion Fee Form

Handbooks & Forms - Due Friday! Handbooks & Forms - Due Friday!

Princeton ISD Extracurricular Handbook

The Extracurricular Handbook provides information and policies that apply to all extracurricular activities in the district. This handbook contains 3 forms that must be completed and submitted to the directors by Friday, August 15.

Princeton ISD Fine Arts Handbook

The Fine Arts Handbook provides information and policies specific to students participating in fine arts extracurricular activities (band, choir, theatre, dance, etc.). The acknowledgement form from this handbook must be completed and submitted to the directors by Friday, August 15.

Princeton High School Band Handbook

The Band Handbook provides detailed information for students participating in the Princeton High School Band Program at Princeton Senior High School and Lovelady High School. The acknowledgement form from this handbook must be completed and submitted to the directors by Friday, August 15.

UIL Required Forms

In addition to the UIL Pre-Participation Physical Form mentioned earlier, the UIL also requires students and parents/guardians to sign the a Parent/Student UIL Marching Band Acknowledgement Form. This form must be signed and submitted to the directors by Friday, August 15.

Summary of Required Forms

  • UIL Pre-Participation Physical Form (due July 28)
  • Parent/Student UIL Marching Band Acknowledgement Form
  • Authorization to Secure Emergency Medical Treatment (Extracurricular Handbook)
  • Extracurricular Overnight Trip Permission Form (Extracurricular Handbook)
  • Extracurricular Handbook Signatures Form
  • Fine Arts Handbook Acknowledgement Form
  • Band Handbook Acknowledgement Form


All forms (besides the UIL Pre-Participation Physical Form) are due by Friday, August 15.

Parent/Student UIL Marching Band Acknowledgement
Extracurricular Handbook
Fine Arts Handbook
Band Handbook

Make-Up Uniform Fitting - Saturday, August 16 Make-Up Uniform Fitting - Saturday, August 16

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Make-Up uniform fitting will take place on Saturday, August 16 at 1:00pm. Any band student who did not attend uniform fitting in July must be fitted for a uniform on this day.

Band Calendar Band Calendar

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The official calendar for the Princeton High School Band can be found on the high school band website. While the calendar already includes events for the entire school year, there may be updates to the calendar as the year progresses. We will try to communicate any changes well in advance, students and families are encouraged to periodically check the calendar to ensure they have the most current information.
High School Band Website
Google Calendar Link

Princeton Band Booster Organization Princeton Band Booster Organization

All band parents are encouraged to support the band through active participation in the Princeton Band Booster Organization. This group exists to support the students in the band program as requested by the Director of Bands through fundraising efforts and volunteer work. For more information on how you can help, please contact Band Booster President Heather Brister at PPantherBandBoosters@gmail.com and visit the boosters on Facebook.

The Next Three Weeks The Next Three Weeks

August 11-17

Monday, 8/11: First Day of School

Tuesday, 8/12: Rehearsal, 3:30-6:00pm

Thursday, 8/14: Rehearsal, 3:30-6:00pm

Friday, 8/15: Rehearsal, 3:30-6:00pm

Saturday, 8/16: Rehearsal, 7:00-11:00am

August 18-24

Monday, 8/18: Rehearsal, 5:00-8:00pm

Tuesday, 8/19: Rehearsal, 3:30-6:00pm

Thursday, 8/21: Rehearsal, 3:30-6:00pm

Saturday, 8/23: Rehearsal, 7:00-11:00am

August 25-31

Monday, 8/25: Rehearsal, 5:00-8:00pm

Tuesday, 8/26: Rehearsal, 3:30-6:00pm

Thursday, 8/28: Rehearsal, 3:30-6:00pm

Friday, 8/29: Home Football Game vs West Mesquite, 7:00pm (call time, 5:15pm)

High School Band & Colorguard Staff High School Band & Colorguard Staff

Dr. Steven Knight

Director of Bands

steven.knight@princetonisd.net


Jeremy Diaz

Assistant Band Director

jdiaz@princetonisd.net


Emily Amigh

Assistant Band Director

emily.amigh@princetonisd.net


Alan Gray

Percussion Director

agray@princetonisd.net


Ben Cordell

Assistant Percussion Director

bcordell@princetonisd.net


Michael McGehee

Colorguard Director

mmcgehee@princetonisd.net


Madison Jenkins

Colorguard Assistant

madison.jenkins@princetonisd.net

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