Panther Band Journal: Week of 8/11

School Starts On Monday!
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
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
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.
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.
Make-Up Uniform Fitting - Saturday, August 16
Band Calendar
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
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
Dr. Steven Knight
Director of Bands
steven.knight@princetonisd.net
Jeremy Diaz
Assistant Band Director
Emily Amigh
Assistant Band Director
Alan Gray
Percussion Director
Ben Cordell
Assistant Percussion Director
Michael McGehee
Colorguard Director
Madison Jenkins
Colorguard Assistant