IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Monday, April 15 – Fundraiser Meeting 7PM
Thursday, April 25 – Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Saturday, April 27 – For the Love of Music Concert 7PM
Sunday, May 5 – Mattress Sale
Monday, May 6 – Percussion Ensemble Concert – 7PM
Friday, May 10 – Jazz Ensemble Concert – 7PM
Monday, May 13 – Spring Band Concert – 7PM
Thursday, May 16 - Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Sunday, May 19 – Instrumental Music Banquet
Monday, May 27 – Memorial Day Parade
Wednesday, June 5 – Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Friday, June 7 – Graduation Performance
SATURDAY, APRIL 27 - FOR THE LOVE OF MUSIC - MAHS AUDITORIUM
Benefit Concert for the MAHS Music Department. Proceeds go directly to the MAHS Music Department - PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!!!
SAVE THE DATE
Instrumental Music Banquet, May 19th, 5PM – 10PM at The Fez, Aliquippa. Invitations were mailed. If you have not received yours by Monday 04/08, please contact Shea Corsetti secretary@moonband.org.
FUNDRAISING
Mark your calendars for our first ever Mattress Sale on Sunday, May 5. This is an excellent way to earn funds for your student's account to pay for band camp and/or the 2020 trip. Please see the flyer for more information.
Parents, you should have received a letter in the mail requesting your attendance at the mattress sale fundraiser meeting on 4/15. Please plan to attend. We will keep the meeting under an hour and, just for attending, your child will receive a credit in their student account to kick off the fundraiser! (details are in the letter which was mailed out on Friday). We look forward to seeing you there!
Our Pittsburgh Popcorn fundraiser is underway. Brochures and order forms, and master sheets are available here and in the band room. Orders and payments are due on April 30. Delivery will be on May 9.
The Sarris Candies and NewMe's Pies fundraisers will be delivered on April 16.
SCHOLARSHIP
The Moon Area Band Parent Organization, Inc. is excited to announce its 13th Annual Instrumental Music Scholarship Awards. Eligible Seniors can find information on how to apply on the band website.
Application packets are available HERE.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at scholarship@moonband.org
BAND CAMP VOLUNTEERS
"Believe it or not, "Away" Band Camp at W&J College is only 4 months away!!! The success of this camp depends heavily on parent volunteers! We need folks to spend the week (for the full week or even for a few days/nights at a time). We need folks to help during the day to keep the kids safe, fed, and hydrated; we need folks to help for evening activities; and we need folks to load/unload and drive the trailers not only to and from W&J but throughout the week while we are there as well.
Please consider volunteering in any way possible. I can confidently state that the memories you make supporting your child during band season will be among your fondest and it all comes to an end too quickly! Please consider using some of your vacation time to show your support and to spend time with your child and other band parents that you wouldn't otherwise.
Please contact me with any questions or concerns you may have.
Andrea Ward
President@moonband.org
Cell# 412-505-3803"
HEINZ FIELD/PNC PARK
If you are interested in working the Garth Brooks Concert at Heinz Field, now is the time to sign up. You can complete the RAMP Training by going to THIS LINK. The concert is on Saturday, May 18th and the report time is 3:30. The payout will be $125! This is a great way to get some money into your band student’s account before this summer’s Band Camp! Please email Heather Park at hburakow@yahoo.com for more information or to get started.
APRIL PARENT MEETING
Please mark your calendar for April 25th. We will be *voting on the new 2019/2020 Executive Board at the April meeting. Please make every effort to attend.
(*must be a member in good standing to be eligible to vote).
The position of Treasurer is still open. If interested, please contact Andrea at president@moonband.org.
Additionally, if you would like to job shadow the current MABPO president, please contact Andrea at president@moonband.org.
CONCESSIONS
The Band Stand Concession Stand is in need of a new propane gas grill. If you are replacing yours this spring or summer and the one you are replacing is in great working condition, please consider donating your grill to the Band Stand. We will pick it up from your house. Thank you!
Karren and Ginny are looking for volunteers to manage the concession stand for the 2020 marching band season. Anyone interested should contact Karren or Ginny. Ideally two people should co-manage the stand. Those interested would shadow Karren and Ginny this fall.
COMMUNICATIONS
Moon Band Parent Organization has a private Facebook group where events are posted. It is a closed group and you can request access to “Moon Area Band Parent Organization”. You will be prompted to identify your moon band student and the year they graduate.
As a reminder, please do not post videos on social media where the general public can view them. This is especially important as we begin the season.
ALUMNI NEWS:
Don’t forget Scrip gift card orders are due Friday, April 19th by 3PM for delivery at the Band Parent meeting on Thursday, April 25th. Contact alumni@moonband.org if you have any questions.
Click HERE for information on joining our SCRIP program.
BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS: Mr. Nick Barthen
April Calendar is available on Skyward and on the www.moonband.org web-site under the Director's Tab
Memorial Day Parade – Monday, May 27 – Coraopolis Parade
The MAHS Marching Band will be marching in the Coraopolis Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 27. The parade begins at 1:30pm. Report time will be around 11AM. This is a graded performance for all marching band students.
Elementary Faculty Basketball Pep Band - Wednesday, April 17 - MAHS Gym - 6-8pm
H.S. Band members can be a part of the Elementary Faculty Basketball Pep Band on 4/17 from 6-8pm at the H.S. Gym. This will include students in 4th grade band, M.S. Band as well as H.S. Sign-up sheet is on the wall in the H.S. Band Room.
Mattress Sale - Mattress Sale Fundraising Meeting - Monday, April 15 at 7:00PM in the H.S. Band Room. This fundraiser is replacing the Spaghetti dinner. Open to all students in band, including incoming 9th graders. A great way to earn money toward upcoming trips and events.
SPRING CONCERT REHEARSALS AND CONCERT
CONCERT BAND – Periods 1, 4A, 5A - INCLUDING PERCUSSIONISTS WHO PERFORM WITH CONCERT BAND
Rehearsal #1 – Thursday, April 25 – 6:30-8:30pm
Rehearsal #2 – Wednesday, May 8 – 2:30-4:30pm
Concert – Monday, May 13 – 7:00pm
SYMPHONIC BAND – Period 3 - INCLUDING PERCUSSIONISTS WHO PERFORM WITH SYMPHONIC BAND
Rehearsal #1 – Tuesday, April 30 – 2:30-4:30pm
Rehearsal #2 – Thursday, May 9 – 2:30-4:30pm
Concert – Monday, May 13 – 7:00pm
Summer 2019 Band Schedule – UPDATE!!
The completed summer band schedule can be found and downloaded on the www.moonband.org web-site (HERE) as well as on the Skyward class site.
Important Summer Dates
June 10,11,12 – Music Pre-Camp - 5pm-9pm at MAHS
July 23, 24, 25 – Mini Camps
July 29 - August 2 – Home Band Camp
August 4 – 9 – Away Band Camp
August 12 – Begin regular 2 day per week rehearsal schedule (5-9PM)
August 17 – Production Rehearsal - 8AM-4PM
PURCHASE TICKETS ON-LINE - SATURDAY, APRIL 27 - FOR THE LOVE OF MUSIC - MAHS AUDITORIUM
Benefit Concert for the MAHS Music Department. Proceeds go directly to the MAHS Music Department - PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!!!
Private Instrumental Lessons
Private Instrumental lessons is a great way to excel on your instrument. Not only will you learn specific techniques on your instrument, from a teacher who is an expert on your instrument, but also it will open doors to new repertoire, solo, ensemble, etc. Private lessons will also provide confidence when performing in an ensemble or auditioning for any PMEA festival. Contact Mr. Barthen for a complete list of private instructors in the area.
Calendar of Events -
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Mon. April 15 - Mattress Sale Fundraising Meeting - 7PM - H.S.
Tue. April 16 - Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal - 2:30 - 4pm
Fri. April 19 - No School
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Tue. April 23 - Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal
Thu. April 25 - Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal
Concert Band Rehearsal - 6:30-8:30pm
Fri. April 26 - Benefit Concert Dress Rehearsal - 4pm-10pm
Sat. April 27 - Benefit Concert - 7PM
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Tue. April 30 – Symphonic Band Rehearsal – 2:30-4:30
Wed. May 1 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00
Thu. May 2 – Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00
Sun. May 5 – MAHS Band Mattress Sale
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Mon. May 6 – MAHS Percussion Ensemble Concert – 7PM – MAHS Auditorium
Tue. May 7 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00
Wed. May 8 – Concert Band Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:30
Thu. May 9 – Symphonic Band Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:30
Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00
Fri. May 10 – MAHS Jazz Ensemble Concert – 7PM – MAHS Auditorium
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UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES
April 25 – 6:30-8:30pm - Concert Band Rehearsal #1
April 30 – 2:30-4:30pm - Symphonic Band Rehearsal #1
May 6 – Percussion Ensemble Concert – 7pm
May 8 – 2:30-4:30pm - Concert Band Rehearsal #2
May 9 – 2:30-4:30pm - Symphonic Band Rehearsal #2
May 10 – Jazz Ensemble Concert – 7pm
May 13 – Spring Band Concert – 7pm
May 27 – Memorial Day Parade
June 7 – Graduation Performance (All Ensembles Perform)
June 10,11,12 – Music Pre-Camp - 5pm-9pm at MAHS
July 23, 24, 25 – Mini Camps
July 29 - August 2 – Home Band Camp
August 4 – 9 – Away Band Camp
August 12 – Begin regular 2 day per week rehearsal schedule
August 17 – Production Rehearsal
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CLEARANCES
Printed copies of clearances can be either dropped in the band room box or mailed to:
MABPO, Inc.
c/o Shea Corsetti
Suite 12, PMB 174
5990 University Boulevard
Moon Township, PA 15108
Per the updated MASD policy, Clearances are valid for 5 years
Under PA Law Act 153, The State of Pennsylvania is requiring all adults who volunteer in any capacity within the school to obtain background checks. This will include parents who volunteer to chaperone the MAHS Marching Band at football games, parades, band camps, and trips. Chaperones are required to complete the PA State Police Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprints. The FBI Fingerprint is only if the volunteer has not been a state of PA resident for at least 10 years. Please visit http://www.keepkidssafe.pa.gov for additional information.
OR follow the steps below:
All necessary instructions and links to apply for these certifications can be found HERE
Child Abuse Clearance click HERE
1. Cost: Free
2. Create the account
3. Submit the required information
4. Print certificate and submit to MABPO Secretary
PA Criminal Background Check click HERE
1. Cost: Free
2. Click on "NEW RECORD CHECK" (Volunteers Only)
3. After the record check is complete, click on the blue control number
4. To view the certificate, click on the blue words "Certification Form"
5. Print the certificate and submit to the MABPO Secretary
FBI Fingerprinting click HERE
1. Cost: $27.50
2. Required for volunteers who have lived outside of PA in the last 10 years
3. Register on website
4. Take form to Cogent Fingerprinting location
5. Receive clearance and contact MABPO Secretary to arrange for original to be copied.
Contact secretary@moonband.org if you have any questions.
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