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Moon Area Band ~ July 21, 2025

Moon Area Band ~ July 21, 2025

IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
July 22, 23, 24 - Mini Camps for Winds, Percussion, & Color Guard
July 28 - August 1 - Home Band Camp for ALL
August 3 - 8 - Away Band Camp at W&J
August 16 - Production Rehearsal for All - 8AM-4PM
Saturday, September 13 - Local Show at Baldwin HS
Saturday, October 4 - Local Show at Mt. Lebanon HS
Saturday, October 18 - PIMBA Championships at Deer Lakes HS
Saturday, October 25 - BOA Regional at U of Delaware
Wednesday, December 17 - MAHS Winter Band Concert
Tuesday, March 3 - All-District Music Concert
Monday, May 4 - Percussion Ensemble Concert
Thursday, May 14 - MAHS Spring Band Concert
Friday, May 15 - MAHS Spring Jazz Concert
Monday, May 25 - Sewickley Memorial Day Parade

Candy Grams-As we get ready for a week at away camp, we wanted to give you the opportunity to send your child a “candy gram”. The week at camp can be long and exhausting, but you can pick a treat and send a note to encourage your child (or others) while they are away. Please fill out a separate form for each student you want to send a candy gram to. Please send pre-orders to the band mailbox before Friday, August 1. A table will be available at check-in for band camp. See attached form.

Band Jackets – Time to Order!
It’s BAND JACKET AND VARSITY LETTER ORDER TIME!  Anyone who has completed 1 year in marching band is eligible to purchase a jacket.  Please see the order form attached to the email for ordering information.  If you need help figuring out what size to order, or have any questions, please contact Heather Park at 717-903-1225 or email uniforms@moonband.orgStudents may also purchase varsity letters only (for a fee of $8) if they wish to place them on a jacket already purchased through another activity or sport. The DUE DATE for order/payment of both jackets and patches is WEDNESDAY, JULY 30th.  LATE ORDERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. 

Sponsorships 2025-Please consider distributing the attached sponsorship letter to local businesses you may frequent or a company that you work for so that we may increase our sponsorships for the upcoming year. Our past sponsors have already been contacted. If you have any questions, you can reach out to Stephanie Haas at Woogitrae@gmail.com  Please send me an email with the company or group you plan to contact so that we don't bombard them with multiple copies.

FUNDRAISING – ARAMARK – PNC/Acrisure/PPG 
Contact Hoda @ aramarkheinzfield@moonband.org or HapHoda2@Aol.com if you are interested in working at PPG Paints Arena or PNC Park or Acrisure Stadium.

First Dine to Donate-Tuesday, July 29 is the First Dine to Donate at Mike and Tony’s - Please bring the attached flyer.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS
For questions contact Maria at treasurer@moonband.org

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS:  

CHAPERONE MARCHING BAND EVENTS – DUE MONDAY, AUGUST 4 - LINK TO CHAPERONE SIGN-UP

The MAHS Marching Band relies upon many parent volunteers to make our band travel down the road.  We need around 8-10 parent chaperones for every event.  We will be soliciting these volunteers electronically via Sign-up Genius during the week of July 21, the link is posted above.  Please see the Chaperone document linked HERE or in Presto website under My Files Tab for an outline of the expectations and how to register for each event. 

Under PA Law Act 153, all adults who are requesting to volunteer must submit 2 and/or 3 clearances.  The process is outlined on the Chaperone document. Please download the Clearance Guidelines located on the Chaperone Document form for clarification and directions.  Electronic clearances should be submitted to the MABPO Secretary, Rachel Jones at secretary@moonband.org.

COLOR GUARD, PERCUSSION AND WIND MINI-CAMP – July 22-24 - If you are in town, you are expected to attend!

Mini-Camps for the Color Guard, Percussion and Wind sections will be held on July 22-24 (check the calendar for specific times). If you are in town, and not on vacation, your child should attend these camps. 

MEMBERS SHOULD WEAR APPROPRIATE CLOTHING TO ALL REHEARSALS – NO FLIP-FLOPS/SANDALS. BRING WATER!!

HOME BAND CAMP – July 28 - August 1 - MANDATORY ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED

Home Band Camp is scheduled for July 28 – August 1 from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM for Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion Members; 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM for Color Guard Members. 

WE WILL HAVE A FULL BAND REHEARSAL ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 1.  Color Guard members as well as the Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion will report from 8AM-3PM on Friday, August 1. 

Rehearsals will take place at the High School.  Students will be responsible for bringing or buying their own lunch.  Students may leave campus for their lunch break.  Lunch will run from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.  Proper summer attire is required, shorts, light colored t-shirts, etc.  FLIP-FLOPS OR SANDALS MAY NOT BE WORN TO THESE REHEARSALS! 

Please be sure to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, etc.  We will be outside!  Water breaks will be given as needed and determined by the weather.  THE BAND WILL NOT PROVIDE WATER AT REHEARSALS.  ALL STUDENTS SHOULD BRING AT LEAST A ONE HALF (1/2) GALLON OF WATER TO EVERY REHEARSAL.  STAY AWAY FROM CARBONATED BEVERAGES and make sure you EAT BREAKFAST before rehearsal.

DAILY HOME BAND CAMP SCHEDULE

8 AM – 11 AM – Field Rehearsal - Outside

11 AM – Noon – Lunch on own

Noon – 3 PM – Music Rehearsal - Inside and outside

PRESTO-ASSISTANT 

https://www.presto-assistant.com - MAHS Band will utilize the Presto Assistant for managing and communicating to band families. This website is a one-stop shop for all parent information, communication, and financial information for the band program and the MABPO (Moon Area Band Parent Organization). This is our first season using this application. All parents will receive an email link to create a PARENT account in mid-June and again in July. Please check the email address from which you received this email. If you have issues creating an account, please get in touch with Mr. Barthen for assistance. Our organizational code is: moonareahsband.

MARCHING BAND MICROSOFT TEAMS 

Each marching band student was invited to a MS Teams Channel. This channel will be used to distribute music, drill, and other important student information throughout the year. Please make sure your student turns notifications on for this channel.

**DIETARY/ALLERGY INFORMATION - LINK

To aid in the planning and preparing the marching band season, please complete the form about your child’s Dietary needs and any allergies they may have. This information is confidential and will be used to ensure we meet your child’s needs during meals and snacks which the band provides. https://forms.office.com/r/kZkhVBY3ws

ABSENCE COMMUNICATION 

If your student will be absent from a marching band rehearsal, please communicate with either Mr. Barthen (winds/guard) or Mr. Fear (pit/battery percussion). This will aid us in the planning and structure of rehearsal. Our e-mail addresses can be found at the bottom of this document.

MANILLA ENVELOPE 

At the July 22 rehearsal, an 8”x 12” manilla envelope containing forms will be distributed to students. Please make sure parents and students familiarize themselves with the material inside the packet. Please reference the table below to understand what is in the envelope.

BAND HANDBOOK 

The band handbook will be available on July 28 on the Presto website in the Presto Files Area as well as linked in the MABPO Newsletter. The band handbook outlines the procedures and protocols that the band and its members follow throughout the entire school year.

BAND PHYSICAL AND FORMS 

The Moon Area School District requires all participants of marching band to obtain a current physical examination. These forms need to be filled out by you and your physician and brought back to the athletic office. Forms are available on-line, visit https://studentcentral.bigteams.com for complete Physical forms and details. The examination and forms must be completed and turned into the Athletic Office by Monday, July 28 (Monday of Home Band Camp).  Please note, examinations must have occurred on or after May 1, 2025. The Band Physical Letter which explains the process can be found on the Presto website under the My Files tab.

COMPRESSION SHIRT ORDER – DUE JULY 25, 2025 LINK

Our marching band uniforms utilize state of the art design and fabric technology.  Lighter fabrics and new age construction techniques not only provides a tall, sleek line on each performer, but provides the performer a more comfortable experience while moving, playing and enduring warm weather conditions.  With that in mind, ALL WIND AND PERCUSSION PERFORMERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO WEAR/PURCHASE THE MAHS MARCHING BAND COMPRESSION SHIRT.  This shirt will protect the uniform in warm weather conditions as the perspiration is evenly distributed across the fabric, and also provide a uniformed look when we remove the jacket.  The order form is included in the packet as well as posted in the PRESTO website in the MY FILES TAB.  If you purchased a shirt(s) last year, you do NOT need to purchase the shirt again, unless you wish. (please make sure the shirt fits).

UNIFORM FITTING SIGN-UP - LINK

We will fit the marching band uniforms beginning on Tuesday, July 22.  Please sign-up for an appointment via the link.

Here is the daily schedule:

PERCUSSION ONLY

- July 22 – 3:15PM – 4:00PM      

- July 23 – 3:15PM – 4:00PM    

- July 24 – 3:15 – 4:00PM

WINDS ONLY

 - July 22 - Wind Seniors – 4:00PM – 5:00PM

 - July 23 - Wind Juniors - 4:00PM – 5:00PM

 - July 24 – Wind Sophomores - 4:00PM – 5:00PM

 - July 28 – Wind Freshman – 7:00AM – 8:00AM; 11:00AM-12:00PM; 3:00PM-4:00PM

Parents do not need to be present when students are being fitted for the uniform.  Students should wear tennis shoes to the fitting.  Color Guard members will be fitted at a later date.  Please ask your child if they already signed up, this link is also published on the Microsoft Teams pages.

SENIOR BANNER PICTURES

Senior members will be taking their banner pictures on Friday, August 1 at 7:45AM.  This is only for their senior banners.  Seniors will still need to attend the Band Picture day on Wednesday, August 20.

BAND PICTURE DAY

Band Picture Day has been scheduled on Wednesday, August 20 beginning at 8:00AM at MAHS.  Forms will be distributed/made available closer to the date.  All students must attend, even if not purchasing pictures.  We will take the large group pictures first, then move to the individual pictures.  Individual Pictures historically conclude around 10AM, more than enough time for freshman to participate in Freshman Orientation at 10AM.

COMPLETE 2025 SUMMER/FALL MARCHING BAND SCHEDULE -LINK

FORMS AND DOCUMENTS

FORM

LOCATION CAN BE FOUND

DUE DATE

MAHS Band First Letter

 

LINK

Informational, nothing is due

 

Letter from Band Parent President

MABPO Summer Welcome Letter 2025-26.pdf

Information, nothing is due.

Marching Band Fee Form

2025 Marching Band Fee.pdf

 

Monday, July 28

Physical Examination Information     

 

2025 Physical Letter to Parents.pdf

 

Monday, July 28

Chaperone Document - How to volunteer, expectations and clearances needed

 

 

Chaperone Duties 2025.pdf

 

Link to Dietary/Allergies 

Microsoft Form

 

LINK

ASAP!!

Band and Color Guard Shoe Order Form

Shoe Order Form 2025.pdf

At time of students uniform fitting

Band Handbook

 

Will be posted on 7/22.

 

 

Compression Shirt Order Form -

 

2025 Compression Shirt Order.pdf

 

July 25

Marching Band Uniform Fitting Appointment Sign-up

LINK ONLY

ASAP!!

Band Handbook Agreement Form Top ½

Hard Copy ONLY - will be provided

           

Thursday, July 31

Field Trip Permission Form – Bottom ½

Hard Copy ONLY - will be provided

 

Thursday, July 31

MAHS BAND Medical Form – completed and signed both sides

Hard Copy Only – will be provided

Thursday, July 31

MAHS BAND OTC Self Medication Form 

 

Hard Copy Only – will be provided          

 

Thursday, July 31

PRESCRIBED MEDICATION FORM

Licensed Prescriber Form.pdf

 

August 3

MASD Participation Waiver

MASD PARTICIPATION WAIVER 2025.pdf

Thursday, July 31

MASD Transportation Waiver 

 

2025 MASD PARENT TRANSPORT RELEASE.pdf

Thursday, July 31

COMPLETE SUMMER/FALL MARCHING BAND SCHEDULE

Summer Schedule 2025.pdf

 

Informational, nothing is due

COMPLETE 2025 Marching Band Rehearsals and Performance Dates - LINK

2025 Marching Band Summer Rehearsal Dates

July 22, 23, 24 - Mini Camps for Winds, Percussion, & Color Guard

July 28 - August 1 - Home Band Camp for ALL

August 3 - 8 - Away Band Camp at W&J

August 11, 14, 18, & 21 - Rehearsal for Color Guard and Percussion - 5PM-9PM

August 12, 14, 19, 21 - Rehearsal for Winds - 5PM-9PM

August 16 - Production Rehearsal for All - 8AM-4PM

Friday Football Game Performances
August 22 at Trinity HS
August 29 at Montour HS
September 5 vs. Penn Trafford HS
September 12 at West Allegheny HS
September 19 Homecoming vs. Seneca Valley HS
September 26 vs. Bethel Park HS
October 3 at Peters Twp. HS
October 10 vs. Baldwin HS
October 17 vs. USC HS
October 24 at South Fayette HS
Saturday Marching Band Shows (subject to change)

Saturday, September 13 - Local Show at Baldwin HS

Saturday, October 4 - Local Show at Mt. Lebanon HS

Saturday, October 18 - PIMBA Championships at Deer Lakes HS

Saturday, October 25 - BOA Regional at U of Delaware

Important Upcoming Dates
July 22, 23, 24 - Mini Camps for Winds, Percussion, & Color Guard
July 28 - August 1 - Home Band Camp for ALL
August 3 - 8 - Away Band Camp at W&J
August 16 - Production Rehearsal for All - 8AM-4PM
Saturday, September 13 - Local Show at Baldwin HS
Saturday, October 4 - Local Show at Mt. Lebanon HS
Saturday, October 18 - PIMBA Championships at Deer Lakes HS
Saturday, October 25 - BOA Regional at U of Delaware
Wednesday, December 17 - MAHS Winter Band Concert
Tuesday, March 3 - All-District Music Concert
Monday, May 4 - Percussion Ensemble Concert
Thursday, May 14 - MAHS Spring Band Concert
Friday, May 15 - MAHS Spring Jazz Concert
Monday, May 25 - Sewickley Memorial Day Parade
Friday, June 5 - MAHS Graduation - All Band & Orchestra Students Perform 
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CLEARANCES
MABPO has no connection to MASD's Applitrack, therefore a digital or physical copy of the clearance needs to be submitted the MABPO secretary.  Clearances can be emailed to: Rachel Jones - secretary@moonband.org
Note:  If the child's last name differs from the parent sending the clearances, please point that out in the email.

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: 
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
 use service code 1KG6XN

Contact secretary@moonband.org if you have any questions about clearances.

Check out Moon Band on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/moonareabands
Questions, comments or suggestions contact communications@moonband.org
 

Moon Area Band ~ July 15, 2025

Moon Area Band ~ July 15, 2025

IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR! 
July 22, 23, 24 - Mini Camps for Winds, Percussion, & Color Guard 
July 28 - August 1 - Home Band Camp for ALL 
August 3 - 8 - Away Band Camp at W&J 
August 16 - Production Rehearsal for All - 8AM-4PM 
Saturday, September 13 - Local Show at Baldwin HS 
Saturday, October 4 - Local Show at Mt. Lebanon HS 
Saturday, October 18 - PIMBA Championships at Deer Lakes HS 
Saturday, October 25 - BOA Regional at U of Delaware 
Wednesday, December 17 - MAHS Winter Band Concert 
Tuesday, March 3 - All-District Music Concert 
Monday, May 4 - Percussion Ensemble Concert 
Thursday, May 14 - MAHS Spring Band Concert 
Friday, May 15 - MAHS Spring Jazz Concert 
Monday, May 25 - Sewickley Memorial Day Parade 

UNIFORM FITTING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! 

We are in need of parent volunteers to help with uniform fittings during mini camp and home band camp weeks. No experience is necessary and it’s a great way to get to know the students! Here are the days and times available to volunteer:  

Tuesday, July 22, 3:00-5:00 

Wednesday, July 23, 3:00-5:00 

Thursday, July 24, 3:00-5:00 

Monday, July 28, 7:00-8:00, 11:00-12:00, and 3:00-4:00 

Please email Heather Park at uniforms@moonband.org to sign up to help. Any time you can give is appreciated! 

BAND JACKETS – Time to Order! 
It’s BAND JACKET AND VARSITY LETTER ORDER TIME!  Anyone who has completed 1 year in marching band is eligible to purchase a jacket.  Please see the order form attached to the email for ordering information.  If you need help figuring out what size to order, or have any questions, please contact Heather Park at 717-903-1225 or email uniforms@moonband.org

Students may also purchase varsity letters only (for a fee of $8) if they wish to place them on a jacket already purchased through another activity or sport. The DUE DATE for order/payment of both jackets and patches is WEDNESDAY, JULY 30th.  LATE ORDERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.  

SPONSORSHIPS 2025 

Please consider distributing the attached sponsorship letter to local businesses you may frequent or a company that you work for so that we may increase our sponsorships for the upcoming year. Our past sponsors have already been contacted. If you have any questions, you can reach out to Stephanie Haas at Woogitrae@gmail.com  Please send me an email with the company or group you plan to contact so that we don't bombard them with multiple copies.  

FUNDRAISING – ARAMARK – PNC/Acrisure/PPG  
Contact Hoda @ aramarkheinzfield@moonband.org or HapHoda2@Aol.com if you are interested in working at PPG Paints Arena or PNC Park or Acrisure Stadium.  

FIRST DINE TO DONATE 

Tuesday, July 29 is the First Dine to Donate at Mike and Tonys - Please bring the attached flyer. 
 
STUDENT ACCOUNTS 
For questions contact Maria at treasurer@moonband.org  
 
BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS:   

Mr. Barthen's Welcome Letter - LINK 

COLOR GUARD, PERCUSSION AND WIND MINI-CAMP – July 22-24 - If you are in town, you are expected to attend! 

Mini-Camps for the Color Guard, Percussion and Wind sections will be held on July 22-24 (check the calendar for specific times). If you are in town, and not on vacation, your child should attend these camps.  

MEMBERS SHOULD WEAR APPROPRIATE CLOTHING TO ALL REHEARSALS – NO FLIP-FLOPS/SANDALS. BRING WATER!! 

HOME BAND CAMP – July 28 - August 1 - MANDATORY ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED 

Home Band Camp is scheduled for July 28 – August 1 from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM for Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion Members; 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM for Color Guard Members.  

WE WILL HAVE A FULL BAND REHEARSAL ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 1.  Color Guard members as well as the Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion will report from 8AM-3PM on Friday, August 1.  

Rehearsals will take place at the High School.  Students will be responsible for bringing or buying their own lunch.  Students may leave campus for their lunch break.  Lunch will run from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.  Proper summer attire is required, shorts, light colored t-shirts, etc.  FLIP-FLOPS OR SANDALS MAY NOT BE WORN TO THESE REHEARSALS!  

Please be sure to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, etc.  We will be outside!  Water breaks will be given as needed and determined by the weather.  THE BAND WILL NOT PROVIDE WATER AT REHEARSALS.  ALL STUDENTS SHOULD BRING AT LEAST A ONE HALF (1/2) GALLON OF WATER TO EVERY REHEARSAL.  STAY AWAY FROM CARBONATED BEVERAGES and make sure you EAT BREAKFAST before rehearsal. 

DAILY HOME BAND CAMP SCHEDULE 

8 AM – 11 AM – Field Rehearsal - Outside 

11 AM – Noon – Lunch on own 

Noon – 3 PM – Music Rehearsal - Inside and outside 

PRESTO-ASSISTANT  

https://www.presto-assistant.com - MAHS Band will utilize the Presto Assistant for managing and communicating to band families. This website is a one-stop shop for all parent information, communication, and financial information for the band program and the MABPO (Moon Area Band Parent Organization). This is our first season using this application. All parents will receive an email link to create a PARENT account in mid-June and again in July. Please check the email address from which you received this email. If you have issues creating an account, please get in touch with Mr. Barthen for assistance. Our organizational code is: moonareahsband.   

MARCHING BAND MICROSOFT TEAMS  

Each marching band student was invited to a MS Teams Channel. This channel will be used to distribute music, drill, and other important student information throughout the year. Please make sure your student turns notifications on for this channel. 

**DIETARY/ALLERGY INFORMATION - LINK 

To aid in the planning and preparing the marching band season, please complete the form about your child’s Dietary needs and any allergies they may have. This information is confidential and will be used to ensure we meet your child’s needs during meals and snacks which the band provides. https://forms.office.com/r/kZkhVBY3ws 

ABSENCE COMMUNICATION  

If your student will be absent from a marching band rehearsal, please communicate with either Mr. Barthen (winds/guard) or Mr. Fear (pit/battery percussion). This will aid us in the planning and structure of rehearsal. Our e-mail addresses can be found at the bottom of this document. 

MANILLA ENVELOPE  

At the July 22 rehearsal, an 8”x 12” manilla envelope containing forms will be distributed to students. Please make sure parents and students familiarize themselves with the material inside the packet. Please reference the table below to understand what is in the envelope. 

BAND HANDBOOK  

The band handbook will be available on July 28 on the Presto website in the Presto Files Area as well as linked in the MABPO Newsletter. The band handbook outlines the procedures and protocols that the band and its members follow throughout the entire school year. 

BAND PHYSICAL AND FORMS -  LINK 

The Moon Area School District requires all participants of marching band to obtain a current physical examination. These forms need to be filled out by you and your physician and brought back to the athletic office. Forms are available on-line, visit https://studentcentral.bigteams.com for complete Physical forms and details. The examination and forms must be completed and turned into the Athletic Office by Monday, July 28 (Monday of Home Band Camp).  Please note, examinations must have occurred on or after May 1, 2025. The Band Physical Letter which explains the process can be found on the Presto website under the My Files tab. 

COMPRESSION SHIRT ORDER – DUE JULY 25, 2025 - LINK 

Our marching band uniforms utilize state of the art design and fabric technology.  Lighter fabrics and new age construction techniques not only provides a tall, sleek line on each performer, but provides the performer a more comfortable experience while moving, playing and enduring warm weather conditions.  With that in mind, ALL WIND AND PERCUSSION PERFORMERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO WEAR/PURCHASE THE MAHS MARCHING BAND COMPRESSION SHIRT.  This shirt will protect the uniform in warm weather conditions as the perspiration is evenly distributed across the fabric, and also provide a uniformed look when we remove the jacket.  The order form is included in the packet as well as posted in the PRESTO website in the MY FILES TAB.  If you purchased a shirt(s) last year, you do NOT need to purchase the shirt again, unless you wish. (please make sure the shirt fits). 

UNIFORM FITTING SIGN-UP - LINK 

We will fit the marching band uniforms beginning on Tuesday, July 22.  Please sign-up for an appointment via the link. 

Here is the daily schedule: 

PERCUSSION ONLY 

 - July 22 – 3:15PM – 4:00PM      - July 23 – 3:15PM – 4:00PM     - July 24 – 3:15 – 4:00PM 

WINDS ONLY 

 - July 22 - Wind Seniors – 4:00PM – 5:00PM 

 - July 23 - Wind Juniors - 4:00PM – 5:00PM 

 - July 24 – Wind Sophomores - 4:00PM – 5:00PM 

 - July 28 – Wind Freshman – 7:00AM – 8:00AM; 11:00AM-12:00PM; 3:00PM-4:00PM 

Parents do not need to be present when students are being fitted for the uniform.  Students should wear tennis shoes to the fitting.  Color Guard members will be fitted at a later date.  Please ask your child if they already signed up, this link is also published on the Microsoft Teams pages. 

SENIOR BANNER PICTURES 

Senior members will be taking their banner pictures on Friday, August 1 at 7:45AM.  This is only for their senior banners.  Seniors will still need to attend the Band Picture day on Wednesday, August 20. 

BAND PICTURE DAY 

Band Picture Day has been scheduled on Wednesday, August 20 beginning at 8:00AM at MAHS.  Forms will be distributed/made available closer to the date.  All students must attend, even if not purchasing pictures.  We will take the large group pictures first, then move to the individual pictures.  Individual Pictures historically conclude around 10AM, more than enough time for freshman to participate in Freshman Orientation at 10AM. 

COMPLETE 2025 SUMMER/FALL MARCHING BAND SCHEDULE - LINK 

FORMS AND DOCUMENTS 

FORM 

LOCATION CAN BE FOUND 

DUE DATE 

MAHS Band First Letter 

  

LINK 

Informational, nothing is due 

  

Letter from Band Parent President 

MABPO Summer Welcome Letter 2025-26.pdf 

Information, nothing is due. 

Marching Band Fee Form 

2025 Marching Band Fee.pdf 

  

Monday, July 28 

Physical Examination Information      

  

2025 Physical Letter to Parents.pdf 

  

Monday, July 28 

Chaperone Document - How to volunteer, expectations and clearances needed 

  

  

Chaperone Duties 2025.pdf 

  

Link to Dietary/Allergies  

Microsoft Form 

  

LINK 

ASAP!! 

Band and Color Guard Shoe Order Form 

Shoe Order Form 2025.pdf 

At time of students uniform fitting 

Band Handbook 

  

Will be posted on 7/22. 

  

  

Compression Shirt Order Form - 

  

2025 Compression Shirt Order.pdf 

  

July 25 

Marching Band Uniform Fitting Appointment Sign-up 

LINK ONLY 

ASAP!! 

Band Handbook Agreement Form Top ½ 

Hard Copy ONLY - will be provided 

            

Thursday, July 31 

Field Trip Permission Form – Bottom ½ 

Hard Copy ONLY - will be provided 

  

Thursday, July 31 

MAHS BAND Medical Form – completed and signed both sides 

Hard Copy Only – will be provided 

Thursday, July 31 

MAHS BAND OTC Self Medication Form  

  

Hard Copy Only – will be provided           

  

Thursday, July 31 

PRESCRIBED MEDICATION FORM 

Licensed Prescriber Form.pdf 

  

August 3 

MASD Participation Waiver 

MASD PARTICIPATION WAIVER 2025.pdf 

Thursday, July 31 

MASD Transportation Waiver  

  

2025 MASD PARENT TRANSPORT RELEASE.pdf 

Thursday, July 31 

COMPLETE SUMMER/FALL MARCHING BAND SCHEDULE 

Summer Schedule 2025.pdf 

  

Informational, nothing is due 

2025/2026 PHYSICALS - Students in the Marching Band must have a physical exam on file with the Athletic Office.  The exam must have occurred after May 1, 2025.  Forms can be found on the Athletic website. Please see the linked document for details.  Please see the link document 

LICENSED PRESCRIBER ORDER FORM 
Please keep this in mind when your child visits their Doctor over the summer: 
When the band travels overnight (Away Band Camp, BOA Trips, and Florida), medication which is prescribed by a licensed prescriber and the student is either self-medicating or medication is dispensed by the trip nurse, must have a Licensed Prescriber Order on file with the Band Trip Nurse.  This form must be signed by the Licensed Prescriber.  One form must be completed for each prescribed medication.  These forms are valid for the entire school year.  LINK TO PRESCRIBER FORM  
 
COMPLETE 2025 Marching Band Rehearsals and Performance Dates - LINK 
 
2025 Marching Band Summer Rehearsal Dates 

  • July 22, 23, 24 - Mini Camps for Winds, Percussion, & Color Guard 

  • July 28 - August 1 - Home Band Camp for ALL 

  • August 3 - 8 - Away Band Camp at W&J 

  • August 11, 14, 18, & 21 - Rehearsal for Color Guard and Percussion - 5PM-9PM 

  • August 12, 14, 19, 21 - Rehearsal for Winds - 5PM-9PM 

  • August 16 - Production Rehearsal for All - 8AM-4PM 

Friday Football Game Performances 
August 22 at Trinity HS 
August 29 at Montour HS 
September 5 vs. Penn Trafford HS 
September 12 at West Alleghency HS 
September 19 Homecoming vs. Seneca Valley HS 
September 26 vs. Bethel Park HS 
October 3 at Peters Twp. HS 
October 10 vs. Baldwin HS 
October 17 vs. USC HS 
October 24 at South Fayette HS 

Saturday Marching Band Shows (subject to change) 

  • Saturday, September 13 - Local Show at Baldwin HS 

  • Saturday, October 4 - Local Show at Mt. Lebanon HS 

  • Saturday, October 18 - PIMBA Championships at Deer Lakes HS 

  • Saturday, October 25 - BOA Regional at U of Delaware 

Important Upcoming Dates 
July 22, 23, 24 - Mini Camps for Winds, Percussion, & Color Guard 
July 28 - August 1 - Home Band Camp for ALL 
August 3 - 8 - Away Band Camp at W&J 
August 16 - Production Rehearsal for All - 8AM-4PM 
Saturday, September 13 - Local Show at Baldwin HS 
Saturday, October 4 - Local Show at Mt. Lebanon HS 
Saturday, October 18 - PIMBA Championships at Deer Lakes HS 
Saturday, October 25 - BOA Regional at U of Delaware 
Wednesday, December 17 - MAHS Winter Band Concert 
Tuesday, March 3 - All-District Music Concert 
Monday, May 4 - Percussion Ensemble Concert 
Thursday, May 14 - MAHS Spring Band Concert 
Friday, May 15 - MAHS Spring Jazz Concert 
Monday, May 25 - Sewickley Memorial Day Parade 
Friday, June 5 - MAHS Graduation - All Band & Orchestra Students Perform   
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CLEARANCES 
MABPO has no connection to MASD's Applitrack, therefore a digital or physical copy of the clearance needs to be submitted the MABPO secretary.  Clearances can be emailed to: Rachel Jones - secretary@moonband.org 
Note:  If the child's last name differs from the parent sending the clearances, please point that out in the email. 
 
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:  
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 
use service code 1KG6XN 
Contact secretary@moonband.org if you have any questions about clearances. 

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Newsletters will resume mid-July

Moon Area Band ~ June 16, 2025

Moon Area Band ~ June 16, 2025

IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
July 22, 23, 24 - Mini Camps for Winds, Percussion, & Color Guard
July 28 - August 1 - Home Band Camp for ALL
August 3 - 8 - Away Band Camp at W&J
August 16 - Production Rehearsal for All - 8AM-4PM
Saturday, September 13 - Local Show at Baldwin HS
Saturday, October 4 - Local Show at Mt. Lebanon HS
Saturday, October 18 - PIMBA Championships at Deer Lakes HS
Saturday, October 25 - BOA Regional at U of Delaware
Wednesday, December 17 - MAHS Winter Band Concert
Tuesday, March 3 - All-District Music Concert
Monday, May 4 - Percussion Ensemble Concert
Thursday, May 14 - MAHS Spring Band Concert
Friday, May 15 - MAHS Spring Jazz Concert
Monday, May 25 - Sewickley Memorial Day Parade

Band Jackets – Time to Order!
It’s BAND JACKET AND VARSITY LETTER ORDER TIME!  Anyone who has completed 1 year in marching band is eligible to purchase a jacket.  Please see the order form attached to the email for ordering information.  If you need help figuring out what size to order, or have any questions, please contact Heather Park at 717-903-1225 or email uniforms@moonband.org.

Students may also purchase varsity letters only (for a fee of $8) if they wish to place them on a jacket already purchased through another activity or sport. The DUE DATE for order/payment of both jackets and patches is WEDNESDAY, JULY 30th.  LATE ORDERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. 

FUNDRAISING – ARAMARK – PNC/Acrisure/PPG 
Contact Hoda @ aramarkheinzfield@moonband.org or HapHoda2@Aol.com if you are interested in working at PPG Paints Arena or PNC Park or Acrisure Stadium.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS
For questions contact Ralph at treasurer@moonband.org

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS:  Mr. Nick Barthen
SUMMER BREAK! - See you on July 22!  Have a great and safe summer!!

2025/2026 PHYSICALS - 
Students in the Marching Band must have a physical exam on file with the Athletic Office.  The exam must have occurred after May 1, 2025.  Forms can be found on the Athletic website. Please see the linked document for details.  Please see the link document

LICENSED PRESCRIBER ORDER FORM
Please keep this in mind when your child visits their Doctor over the summer:
When the band travels overnight (Away Band Camp, BOA Trips, and Florida), medication which is prescribed by a licensed prescriber and the student is either self-medicating or medication is dispensed by the trip nurse, must have a Licensed Prescriber Order on file with the Band Trip Nurse.  This form must be signed by the Licensed Prescriber.  One form must be completed for each prescribed medication.  These forms are valid for the entire school year.  
LINK TO PRESCRIBER FORM 

COMPLETE 2025 Marching Band Rehearsals and Performance Dates - 
LINK

2025 Marching Band Summer Rehearsal Dates

  • July 22, 23, 24 - Mini Camps for Winds, Percussion, & Color Guard
  • July 28 - August 1 - Home Band Camp for ALL
  • August 3 - 8 - Away Band Camp at W&J
  • August 11, 14, 18, & 21 - Rehearsal for Color Guard and Percussion - 5PM-9PM
  • August 12, 14, 19, 21 - Rehearsal for Winds - 5PM-9PM
  • August 16 - Production Rehearsal for All - 8AM-4PM

Friday Football Game Performances

August 22 at Trinity HS
August 29 at Montour HS
September 5 vs. Penn Trafford HS
September 12 at West Alleghency HS
September 19 Homecoming vs. Seneca Valley HS
September 26 vs. Bethel Park HS
October 3 at Peters Twp. HS
October 10 vs. Baldwin HS
October 17 vs. USC HS
October 24 at South Fayette HS

Saturday Marching Band Shows (subject to change)

  • Saturday, September 13 - Local Show at Baldwin HS
  • Saturday, October 4 - Local Show at Mt. Lebanon HS
  • Saturday, October 18 - PIMBA Championships at Deer Lakes HS
  • Saturday, October 25 - BOA Regional at U of Delaware

Important Upcoming Dates
July 22, 23, 24 - Mini Camps for Winds, Percussion, & Color Guard
July 28 - August 1 - Home Band Camp for ALL
August 3 - 8 - Away Band Camp at W&J
August 16 - Production Rehearsal for All - 8AM-4PM
Saturday, September 13 - Local Show at Baldwin HS
Saturday, October 4 - Local Show at Mt. Lebanon HS
Saturday, October 18 - PIMBA Championships at Deer Lakes HS
Saturday, October 25 - BOA Regional at U of Delaware
Wednesday, December 17 - MAHS Winter Band Concert
Tuesday, March 3 - All-District Music Concert
Monday, May 4 - Percussion Ensemble Concert
Thursday, May 14 - MAHS Spring Band Concert
Friday, May 15 - MAHS Spring Jazz Concert
Monday, May 25 - Sewickley Memorial Day Parade
Friday, June 5 - MAHS Graduation - All Band & Orchestra Students Perform
Moon Area Band ~ June 9, 2025

Moon Area Band ~ June 9, 2025

IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
July 22, 23, 24 - Mini Camps for Winds, Percussion, & Color Guard
July 28 - August 1 - Home Band Camp for ALL
August 3 - 8 - Away Band Camp at W&J
August 16 - Production Rehearsal for All - 8AM-4PM
Saturday, September 13 - Local Show at Baldwin HS
Saturday, October 4 - Local Show at Mt. Lebanon HS
Saturday, October 18 - PIMBA Championships at Deer Lakes HS
Saturday, October 25 - BOA Regional at U of Delaware
Wednesday, December 17 - MAHS Winter Band Concert
Tuesday, March 3 - All-District Music Concert
Monday, May 4 - Percussion Ensemble Concert
Thursday, May 14 - MAHS Spring Band Concert
Friday, May 15 - MAHS Spring Jazz Concert
Monday, May 25 - Sewickley Memorial Day Parade


FUNDRAISING – ARAMARK – PNC/Acrisure/PPG 
Contact Hoda @ aramarkheinzfield@moonband.org or HapHoda2@Aol.com if you are interested in working at PPG Paints Arena or PNC Park or Acrisure Stadium.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS
For questions contact Ralph at treasurer@moonband.org

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS:  Mr. Nick Barthen
SUMMER BREAK! - See you on July 22!  Have a great and safe summer!!

Florida Survey Form (e-mailed on 6/5) - 
Please take a few moments to complete the attached survey by June 13. Your responses will help us gauge interest and ensure we can provide the best experience for our students.  This is NOT an official confirmation that your child will be participating in the trip.  In August, we will send home a hard copy of our confirmation form with payment schedules.  The first payment will be due on September 5, 2025.  Historically the first payment has been approximately $300-$500, pending on flight cost and hotel deposits.

Survey Link: Survey Link

2025/2026 PHYSICALS - Students in the Marching Band must have a physical exam on file with the Athletic Office.  The exam must have occurred after May 1, 2025.  Forms can be found on the Athletic website. Please see the linked document for details.  Please see the link document

LICENSED PRESCRIBER ORDER FORM
Please keep this in mind when your child visits their Doctor over the summer:
When the band travels overnight (Away Band Camp, BOA Trips, and Florida), medication which is prescribed by a licensed prescriber and the student is either self-medicating or medication is dispensed by the trip nurse, must have a Licensed Prescriber Order on file with the Band Trip Nurse.  This form must be signed by the Licensed Prescriber.  One form must be completed for each prescribed medication.  These forms are valid for the entire school year.  
LINK TO PRESCRIBER FORM 

COMPLETE 2025 Marching Band Rehearsals and Performance Dates - 
LINK

2025 Marching Band Summer Rehearsal Dates

  • July 22, 23, 24 - Mini Camps for Winds, Percussion, & Color Guard
  • July 28 - August 1 - Home Band Camp for ALL
  • August 3 - 8 - Away Band Camp at W&J
  • August 11, 14, 18, & 21 - Rehearsal for Color Guard and Percussion - 5PM-9PM
  • August 12, 14, 19, 21 - Rehearsal for Winds - 5PM-9PM
  • August 16 - Production Rehearsal for All - 8AM-4PM

Friday Football Game Performances

August 22 at Trinity HS
August 29 at Montour HS
September 5 vs. Penn Trafford HS
September 12 at West Alleghency HS
September 19 Homecoming vs. Seneca Valley HS
September 26 vs. Bethel Park HS
October 3 at Peters Twp. HS
October 10 vs. Baldwin HS
October 17 vs. USC HS
October 24 at South Fayette HS

Saturday Marching Band Shows (subject to change)

  • Saturday, September 13 - Local Show at Baldwin HS
  • Saturday, October 4 - Local Show at Mt. Lebanon HS
  • Saturday, October 18 - PIMBA Championships at Deer Lakes HS
  • Saturday, October 25 - BOA Regional at U of Delaware

Important Upcoming Dates
July 22, 23, 24 - Mini Camps for Winds, Percussion, & Color Guard
July 28 - August 1 - Home Band Camp for ALL
August 3 - 8 - Away Band Camp at W&J
August 16 - Production Rehearsal for All - 8AM-4PM
Saturday, September 13 - Local Show at Baldwin HS
Saturday, October 4 - Local Show at Mt. Lebanon HS
Saturday, October 18 - PIMBA Championships at Deer Lakes HS
Saturday, October 25 - BOA Regional at U of Delaware
Wednesday, December 17 - MAHS Winter Band Concert
Tuesday, March 3 - All-District Music Concert
Monday, May 4 - Percussion Ensemble Concert
Thursday, May 14 - MAHS Spring Band Concert
Friday, May 15 - MAHS Spring Jazz Concert
Monday, May 25 - Sewickley Memorial Day Parade
Friday, June 5 - MAHS Graduation - All Band & Orchestra Students Perform 

Upcoming Events

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Wind & Guard Rehearsal

HOME Band Camp

Mandatory Parents Meeting

Color Guard Home Band Camp