Each band student is important to the success of our many activities. We must be able to count on 100% attendance. All marching band members are expected to participate in all rehearsals and performances. If a family emergency occurs unexpectedly, PARENTS, please call the band office at 704-786-4161 ext. 538. Occasionally, there may be family commitments (weddings, graduations, etc.); in which case, we will try to be flexible and work with you on an individual basis. This must be discussed in detail well in advance (a month or more!). Band students with unexcused absences or habitual tardiness from a rehearsal, performance, or required function are subject to immediate removal from the marching band at the director’s discretion.

            Student job commitments are NOT reasons for an excused absence from band performances or rehearsals! Many band students work and participate successfully in band. We suggest that all working band students take a schedule of rehearsals and performances to his/her employer and clear all band performances and rehearsals. Most all employers are very understanding and flexible if they know of band commitments well in advance, and they understand that band performances are a required and vital part of the course work. Work with employers to clear the Monday and Thursday night rehearsals from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. (We are glad to talk to employers to validate student commitment.)