PBJ: 10/12-18

Required Rehearsal - Tuesday, October 13th
We hope that students are enjoying their extended weekend. As a reminder, although there is no school on Tuesday, October 13th, we will have a required rehearsal, 5:00-8:00pm at Jackie Hendricks Stadium. The Lovelady HS Band Hall will be open 4:00-4:45pm for students to retrieve anything needed for rehearsal.
Home Football Game on Friday
It's another short week with only two marching band rehearsals and three days of school before our home football game on Friday. Please see the itinerary and gameday checklist below for more details.
Eligibility Check - End of 1st Quarter
The 1st Quarter grading period ended on Thursday, October 8th. Posted grades will determine academic eligibility for the next several weeks. Students who do not meet academic eligibility requirements following this grade check will be unable to partipate in the following events:
- Home Game vs McKinney (Oct. 16th)
- UIL Region Marching Contest (Oct. 21st)
- Away Game vs Walnut Grove (Oct. 23rd)
- Bands of America Waco Regional Championships (Oct. 24th)
- Senior Night Home Game vs Rock Hill (Oct. 30th)
- UIL Area Marching Contest (Oct. 31st)
Important notes:
- Students who are academically eligible as of the October 8th evaluation will remain eligible for the remainder of the fall semester.
- Students with a reported grade below 70 in any on-level class or below a 60 in any Honors or AP class will become ineligible to participate in extracurricular performances starting on Thursday, October 15th.
- Directors should receive an eligibility report from each campus by Tuesday, October 13th. Ineligible students will be notified in person, and a ParentSquare message will be sent to families.
- Ineligible students' grades will be evaluated again on Friday, October 30th. If all grades are at a passing level at that check, students will regain elgibility on Friday, November 6th.
- Students who are academically ineligible to perform are permitted and expected to participate in all after-school rehearsals as required by the class.
The complete eligibility calendar for the 2026-2027 school year can be viewed using the link below.
Bands of America Waco Regional - Oct. 24th
On October 24th, we will be traveling to compete at the Bands of America Waco Regional Championship at Baylor University's McLane Stadium. Bands of America Championships provide opportunities to perform in the finest venues, receive quality evaluation, and to observe other bands, all in a positive, affirming, and celebratory atmosphere. This competition features a total of 32 competing bands from across the state of Texas. Please see the itinerary below for more details, including how to buy tickets or livestream the event.
2027 Spring Trip - Houston/Galveston
There's still time to register for our Spring Trip to Houston/Galveston on April 9-11. Planned highlights include Space Center Houston, Moody Gardens, Galveston's Historic Pleasure Pier, and a Houston Symphony concert. Click the link below for a very helpful brouchure provided by our travel partner, Perform America, including how to register online. Please note that participation in the Spring Trip is optional.
Registration/Non-Refundable Deposit Deadline: October 22nd
First Regular Payment Due: October 23rd
Princeton Band Boosters
6 HOURS + EVERY BAND FAMILY = A STRONGER SEASON!
We are asking each band family to contribute a minimum of 6 volunteer hours this season.
With so many students to support, those six hours can make a HUGE difference! Choose the dates and opportunities that work best for your family. You can complete your hours at once or spread them throughout the season. Your time helps make these experiences possible for our students and allows our directors and staff to focus on what matters most — our students and their success. Every helping hand counts!
HOME GAMES — VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
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10/30 | SENIOR NIGHT — Princeton vs. Rock Hill
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AWAY GAMES — BUS CHAPERONES NEEDED
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11/6 | Princeton @ Prosper
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Have questions or need more information? Please don’t hesitate to contact the Princeton Panther Band Boosters through our Facebook page/group or by email. We’re happy to help and would love to get more of our Panther Band families involved!
Thank you for giving your time and supporting the Princeton Panther Marching Band. Together, we can make WICKED GAMES and the 2026 marching season an unforgettable experience for our students!
Band Calendar
The Next Three Weeks
October 12-18
Monday, 10/12: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday, 10/13:
- NO SCHOOL
- Full Ensemble Rehearsal, 5:00-8:00pm @ Jackie Hendricks Stadium
Thursday, 10/15: Full Ensemble Rehearsal, 4:00-6:30pm
Friday, 10/16: Home Football Game vs McKinney
October 19-25
Monday, 10/19: Full Ensemble Rehearsal, 5:00-8:00pm @ Jackie Hendicks Stadium
Tuesday, 10/20: Full Ensemble Rehearsal, 4:00-6:30pm
Wednesday, 10/21: UIL Region Marching Contest (Melissa)
Thursday, 10/22: Full Ensemble Rehearsal, 4:00-6:30pm
Friday, 10/23: Away Football Game vs Prosper Walnut Grove
Saturday, 10/24: Bands of America Waco Regional Championship
October 26-November 1
Monday, 10/26: Full Ensemble Rehearsal, 5:00-8:00pm
Tuesday, 10/27: Full Ensemble Rehearsal, 4:00-6:30pm
Thursday, 10/29: Full Ensemble Rehearsal, 4:00-6:30pm
Friday, 10/30: Home Football Game vs Prosper Rock Hill (Senior Night)
Saturday, 10/31: UIL Area Marching Contest (McKinney)
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
Kara Matheny
Colorguard Assistant