News & Events

IMPORTANT DATES – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
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

REMINDERS:
SAVE THE DATE: Band banquet will be May 17^th from 5:30-9:30pm at The Fez in Hopewell.

CONCESSIONS: Once again, Moon Band has been invited to provide concessions for the Region 22 Karate Tournament. All profits from the concession stand will benefit the Moon Band General Fund. The tournament is scheduled for Saturday, April 18th, beginning at 9 am and ending at midday at the CCBC Golden Dome in Hopewell. We encourage you to volunteer or donate supplies by signing up. Donations can be dropped off on Thursday, April 16th, at 5:30 pm in front of the high school natatorium. If you need to arrange an alternative drop-off time, please contact Stephanie Haas at woogitrae@gmail.com. Thank you in advance for your help in making this year another success. 

SCHOLARSHIP: The Moon Area Band Parent Organization, Inc., is excited to announce its Annual Instrumental Music Scholarship Awards. Eligible Seniors can also pick up a paper copy of the packet from Mr. Bathan if you do not have access to email. All application packets are due back by April 20^th.  You can email your completed packet to scholarship@moonband.org. Should you choose to mail in your completed packet it must be postmarked by April 20^th to be eligible for consideration.  You can mail packets to Scholarship Committee Attn:  Melissa Wertz 1490 Coraopolis Heights Rd. Moon Township, PA 15108. If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at scholarship@moonband.org

PICTURES: Parents who wish to contribute some of their own pictures from the stands or other interactions are welcome to do so at this link.  Please note that contributions will be reviewed prior to posting in the SmugMug gallery.  Please take a moment to consider your contributions and make sure they are bright enough, clear, and do not upload excessive variations of the same picture.  If you wish to participate in more robust media coverage, contact Ted Merklin (pictures@moonband.org) to discuss.

FUNDRAISING
If you have any questions, please email Hope at fundraising@moonband.org.

FUNDRAISING – ARAMARK – PNC/Acrisure/PPG 
If you’re interested in working games at PNC Park this season, please email Heather Park at hburakow@yahoo.com.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS
The final winter guard payment was due on March 28th. Please submit your payment online through presto or a check in the band mailbox if you haven’t already submitted it. Please email Maria at treasurer@moonband.org if you have questions.

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS: Mr. Barthen
Congratulations to the MAHS Winter Guard on their fantastic performance this past weekend at the TRWEA Championships at Kiski High School.  The group scored an 87.94 and received the Bronze Medal, finishing third in the Scholastic A classification behind Kiski Area HS and Norwin High School.  The guard has improved their score by over 25 points since February across their four regular season shows.  Congrats!!

Spring Concert Rehearsals
CONCERT BAND – Periods 3, 4A, 6B - INCLUDING PERCUSSIONISTS WHO PERFORM WITH CONCERT BAND
Rehearsal #1 – TUESDAY, MAY 5 – 2:20-4:00pm
Rehearsal #2 – WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 – 2:20-4:00pm
Concert – THURSDAY, MAY 14– 7:00pm

SYMPHONIC BAND – Period 5A & 6B - INCLUDING PERCUSSIONISTS WHO PERFORM WITH SYMPHONIC BAND
Rehearsal #1 – TUESDAY, MAY 5 – 7:00 - 9:30pm
Rehearsal #2 – WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 – 7:00 – 9:30pm
Concert – THURSDAY, MAY 14– 7:00pm

PLEASE NOTE: Rehearsals and concerts are graded events. 
BOTH REHEARSALS ARE MANDATORY ATTENDANCE! 

SEWICKLEY MEMORIAL DAY PARADE - Monday, May 25 - 8AM Report; Parade begins at 10 AM.
The HS Marching Band will be performing at the Sewickley Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 25.  Report time is 8AM, with the parade beginning at 10 AM.  Students should return to the High School at 11:30 AM.

We will wear Florida Uniforms (pants, coat, and gauntlets, NO GLOVES OR HATS).
Hair must be pulled up in a bun.
Repertoire is the Florida selections, American Tribute and Parade Sequence.
This is a graded event!

MAHS Graduation - Friday, June 5 - RMU Field House - 6:00 PM Report Times
The ENTIRE MAHS Instrumental Music Department (band & orchestra) will perform at MAHS Graduation on Friday, June 5.  Report time is 6:00 PM; the ceremony will begin at 7:00 PM.

Attire is business casual; no shorts.
Rehearsal/sound check will take place at 6 PM before the ceremony.
The ceremony concludes approximately at 9:15 PM.

WEST HILLS SYMPHONIC BAND SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
The West Hills Symphonic Band is excited to offer two $1,000 scholarship awards this year to band students in the western Pittsburgh area who will be pursuing an undergraduate degree in the field of music. As an organization, we are committed to supporting and promoting the cultural enrichment of our local communities, which includes the future musical endeavors of our younger generations. Interested applicants for the 2026 scholarship must complete and submit their online applications no later than Wednesday, April 15th using the following Google Form:
https://forms.gle/qsqRjnRBNXmzPNNQ9

2026/2027 Marching Band Summer Dates
July 21-23 - Guard (5-9pm), Wind (5-9pm), and Percussion (8AM-3PM) Camps
July 27-31 - Home Band Camp
August 2-7 - Away Band Camp
August 15 - Production Rehearsal

UPCOMING DATES
Mon. March 30 - 
Tue. March 31 - 
Wed. April 1 - SPRING BREAK
Thu. April 2 - Spring Break
Fri. April 3 - Spring Break

Mon. Apr. 6 - Spring Break
Tue. Apr. 7 - Spring Break
Wed. Apr. 8 - School Resumes
Thu. Apr. 9 - 
Fri. Apr. 10 - 

Mon. Apr. 13 - Spring Musical Week
Tue. Apr. 14 - 
Wed. Apr. 15 -
Thu. Apr. 16 - Musical
Fri. Apr. 17 - Musical
Sat. Apr. 18 - Musical
Sun. Apr. 19 - Musical closes

Mon. Apr 20 - 
Tue. Apr. 21 - 
Wed. Apr. 22 - 
Thu. Apr. 23 - 
Fri. Apr. 24 -  Prom

Future Events
Monday, May 4 - High School Percussion Ensemble Concert
Thursday, May 14 - High School Spring Band Concert
Monday, May 25 - Marching Band performs at Sewickley Memorial Day Parade - 8AM Report
Friday, June 5 - Graduation - All HS Instrumental 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

IMPORTANT DATES – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
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

REMINDERS:
DINE TO DONATE: Texas Roadhouse this Wednesday, March 25th

WINTER GUARD: Winter guard needs more floor crew volunteers for the final competition on March 28th.  Report time for floor crew is 3:30 on Saturday.

CONCESSIONS: Moon Band has been asked again to supply concessions for the Region 22 Karate Tournament. All proceeds from the stand go directly to the Moon Band General Fund. This event takes place on Saturday April 18th starting at 9am and goes till midday located at the CCBC Golden Dome in Hopewell. Please consider signing up as a volunteer and or donating some of the supplies needed on the sign ups. Donations can be dropped off on Thursday April 16 at 5:30pm in front of the high school natatorium. If you need to set up a different drop off please email Stephanie Haas at woogitrae@gmail.com

You may wonder why we have been asked to do this event.  In the past local groups have taken on the responsibility of the event's concessions.  When the last group decided not to participate after many years the organization reached out to us via the Haas Family as both of their boys have been members of the Association for many years. The Region 22 Tournament takes place once a year for all members of all ranks to meet in friendly competition. Students prepare and enjoy the day in a very family-like environment. In some aspects it reminds me a lot of our band community.  This opportunity could not come at a better time with all the unknowns for next season while our stadium is being rebuilt. This event will help us to keep adding to our general fund while we work through the bumps of next year. Thank you in advance for your help in making this year another success. 

SCHOLARSHIP: The Moon Area Band Parent Organization, Inc., is excited to announce its Annual Instrumental Music Scholarship Awards. Eligible Seniors can also pick up a paper copy of the packet from Mr. Bathan if you do not have access to email. All application packets are due back by April 20^th.  You can email your completed packet to scholarship@moonband.org. Should you choose to mail in your completed packet it must be postmarked by April 20^th to be eligible for consideration.  You can mail packets to Scholarship Committee Attn:  Melissa Wertz 1490 Coraopolis Heights Rd. Moon Township, PA 15108. If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at scholarship@moonband.org

PICTURES: Parents who wish to contribute some of their own pictures from the stands or other interactions are welcome to do so at this link.  Please note that contributions will be reviewed prior to posting in the SmugMug gallery.  Please take a moment to consider your contributions and make sure they are bright enough, clear, and do not upload excessive variations of the same picture.  If you wish to participate in more robust media coverage, contact Ted Merklin (pictures@moonband.org) to discuss.

FUNDRAISING
BLOOM flower sale. Orders are due Thursday, March 26 to the band room mailbox. Delivery is Saturday, April 25 from 1:00- 3:00 outside of the cafeteria. If you have any questions, please email Hope at fundraising@moonband.org.

FUNDRAISING – ARAMARK – PNC/Acrisure/PPG 
If you’re interested in working games at PNC Park this season, please sign up for Guest Promise Training. The available dates are 3/30. You must also have an up-to-date Ramp Certification. Opening weekend is April 3-5th! If you are interested in working the NFL Draft, the dates are April 23-25th. Shifts will pay $185. If you are interested, please email Heather Park at hburakow@yahoo.com.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS
The final winter guard payment of $40 is due March 28^th. Please email Maria at treasurer@moonband.org if you have questions.

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS: Mr. Barthen
Congratulations to the MAHS Winter Guard on their performance at the TRWEA Show at Penn-Trafford this past weekend.  The group scored a 84.58 at their last regular season show.  The guard will perform at TRWEA Championships next week at Kiski Area High School.  Good Luck!

Spring Concert Rehearsals
CONCERT BAND – Periods 3, 4A, 6B - INCLUDING PERCUSSIONISTS WHO PERFORM WITH CONCERT BAND
Rehearsal #1 – TUESDAY, MAY 5 – 2:20-4:00pm
Rehearsal #2 – WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 – 2:20-4:00pm
Concert – THURSDAY, MAY 14– 7:00pm

SYMPHONIC BAND – Period 5A & 6B - INCLUDING PERCUSSIONISTS WHO PERFORM WITH SYMPHONIC BAND
Rehearsal #1 – TUESDAY, MAY 5 – 7:00 - 9:30pm
Rehearsal #2 – WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 – 7:00 – 9:30pm
Concert – THURSDAY, MAY 14– 7:00pm
PLEASE NOTE: Rehearsals and concerts are graded events. 
BOTH REHEARSALS ARE MANDATORY ATTENDANCE! 

WEST HILLS SYMPHONC BAND SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
The West Hills Symphonic Band is excited to offer two $1,000 scholarship awards this year to band students in the western Pittsburgh area who will be pursuing an undergraduate degree in the field of music. As an organization, we are committed to supporting and promoting the cultural enrichment of our local communities, which includes the future musical endeavors of our younger generations. Interested applicants for the 2026 scholarship must complete and submit their online applications no later than Wednesday, April 15th using the following Google Form:
https://forms.gle/qsqRjnRBNXmzPNNQ9

2026/2027 Marching Band Summer Dates
July 21-23 - Guard (5-9pm), Wind (5-9pm), and Percussion (8AM-3PM) Camps
July 27-31 - Home Band Camp
August 2-7 - Away Band Camp
August 15 - Production Rehearsal

UPCOMING DATES
Mon. March 23 - Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6-9pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Tue. March 24 - 
Wed. March 25 - 
Thu. March 26 - 
Fri. March 27 - Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6:30 - 10pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Sat. March 28 - TRWEA Championships at Kiski Area HS - Performance time is 8:19 PM

Mon. March 30 - 
Tue. March 31 - 
Wed. April 1 - SPRING BREAK
Thu. April 2 - Spring Break
Fri. April 3 - Spring Break

Mon. Apr. 6 - Spring Break
Tue. Apr. 7 - Spring Break
Wed. Apr. 8 - School Resumes
Thu. Apr. 9 - 
Fri. Apr. 10 - 

Mon. Apr. 13 - Spring Musical Week
Tue. Apr. 14 - 
Wed. Apr. 15 -
Thu. Apr. 16 - Musical
Fri. Apr. 17 - Musical
Sat. Apr. 18 - Musical

Future Events
Monday, May 4 - High School Percussion Ensemble Concert
Thursday, May 14 - High School Spring Band Concert
Friday, June 5 - Graduation - All HS Instrumental Students Perform
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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

IMPORTANT DATES – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
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

REMINDERS:
Parents Board Meeting: March 19^th at 7pm in the band room.

Dine To Donate: Texas Roadhouse March 25th

Moon Band has been asked again to supply concessions for the Region 22 Karate Tournament located at the CCBC Golden Dome on Saturday April 18th. We could use a few volunteers to make this a successful fundraiser for MABPO. All proceeds will go to our general fund to help support our music program. A donation sign up will be sent out later this month. 

Pictures: Parents who wish to contribute some of their own pictures from the stands or other interactions are welcome to do so at this link.  Please note that contributions will be reviewed prior to posting in the SmugMug gallery.  Please take a moment to consider your contributions and make sure they are bright enough, clear, and do not upload excessive variations of the same picture.  If you wish to participate in more robust media coverage, contact Ted Merklin (pictures@moonband.org) to discuss.

FUNDRAISING
BLOOM flower sale is starting up. This fundraiser will include hanging baskets and planters which will arrive in time for Mother's Day! Brochures are available in the band room. Orders are due Thursday, March 26 to the band room mailbox. Delivery is Saturday, April 25 from 1:00- 3:00 outside of the cafeteria. If you have any questions, please email Hope at fundraising@moonband.org.

FUNDRAISING – ARAMARK – PNC/Acrisure/PPG 
If you’re interested in working games at PNC Park this season, please sign up for Guest Promise Training. The available dates are 3/19, 3/22, and 3/30. You must also have an up to date Ramp Certification. Opening weekend is April 3-5th! If you are interested in working the NFL Draft, the dates are April 23-25th. Shifts will pay out $185. If you are interested, please email Heather Park at hburakow@yahoo.com.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS
The 3^rd winter guard payment of $40 is past due. Please email Maria at treasurer@moonband.org if you have questions.

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS: Mr. Barthen
Spring Concert Rehearsals
CONCERT BAND – Periods 3, 4A, 6B - INCLUDING PERCUSSIONISTS WHO PERFORM WITH CONCERT BAND
Rehearsal #1 – TUESDAY, MAY 5 – 2:20-4:00pm
Rehearsal #2 – WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 – 2:20-4:00pm
Concert – THURSDAY, MAY 14– 7:00pm

SYMPHONIC BAND – Period 5A & 6B - INCLUDING PERCUSSIONISTS WHO PERFORM WITH SYMPHONIC BAND
Rehearsal #1 – TUESDAY, MAY 5 – 7:00 - 9:30pm
Rehearsal #2 – WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 – 7:00 – 9:30pm
Concert – THURSDAY, MAY 14– 7:00pm

PLEASE NOTE: Rehearsals and concerts are graded events. 
BOTH REHEARSALS ARE MANDATORY ATTENDANCE! 

2026/2027 Marching Band Summer Dates
July 21-23 - Guard (5-9pm), Wind (5-9pm), and Percussion (8AM-3PM) Camps
July 27-31 - Home Band Camp
August 2-7 - Away Band Camp
August 15 - Production Rehearsal

UPCOMING DATES
Mon. March 16 -  Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6-9pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Tue. March 17 - 
Wed. March 18 - 
Thu. March 19 - 
Fri. March 20 - Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6:30 - 10pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Sat. March 21- TRWEA Winter Guard Show at Penn-Trafford HS

Mon. March 23 -  Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6-9pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Tue. March 24 - 
Wed. March 25 - 
Thu. March 26 - 
Fri. March 27 - Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6:30 - 10pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Sat. March 28 - TRWEA Championships

Mon. March 30 - 
Tue. March 31 - 
Wed. April 1 - SPRING BREAK
Thu. April 2 - Spring Break
Fri. April 3 - Spring Break

Mon. Apr. 6 - Spring Break
Tue. Apr. 7 - Spring Break
Wed. Apr. 8 - Return
Thu. Apr. 9 - 
Fri. Apr. 10 - 

Future Events
Monday, May 4 - High School Percussion Ensemble Concert
Thursday, May 14 - High School Spring Band Concert
Friday, June 5 - Graduation - All HS Instrumental Students Perform
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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

IMPORTANT DATES – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
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

REMINDERS:
Parents Board Meeting: March 19^th at 7pm in the band room.

Dine To Donate: Texas Roadhouse March 25th

Moon Band has been asked again to supply concessions for the Region 22 Karate Tournament located at the CCBC Golden Dome on Saturday April 18th. We could use a few volunteers to make this a successful fundraiser for MABPO. All proceeds will go to our general fund to help support our music program. A donation sign up will be sent out later this month. 

Pictures: Parents who wish to contribute some of their own pictures from the stands or other interactions are welcome to do so at this link.  Please note that contributions will be reviewed prior to posting in the SmugMug gallery.  Please take a moment to consider your contributions and make sure they are bright enough, clear, and do not upload excessive variations of the same picture.  If you wish to participate in more robust media coverage, contact Ted Merklin (pictures@moonband.org) to discuss.

FUNDRAISING
BLOOM flower sale is starting up. This fundraiser will include hanging baskets and planters which will arrive in time for Mother's Day! Brochures are available in the band room. Orders are due Thursday, March 26 to the band room mailbox. Delivery is Saturday, April 25 from 1:00- 3:00 outside of the cafeteria. If you have any questions, please email Hope at fundraising@moonband.org.

FUNDRAISING – ARAMARK – PNC/Acrisure/PPG 
If you’re interested in working games at PNC Park this season, please sign up for Guest Promise Training. The available dates are 3/16, 3/19, 3/22, and 3/30. Opening weekend is April 3-5th! If you are interested in working the NFL Draft, the dates are April 23-25th. Shifts will pay out $185. If you are interested, please email Heather Park at hburakow@yahoo.com.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS
The 3^rd winter guard payment of $40 is due on March 9th. Please email Maria at treasurer@moonband.org if you have questions.

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS: Mr. Barthen
Congratulations!! to the MAHS Winter Guard, whom placed third on Saturday, March 7 at the Hempfield HS TRWEA Show.  The guard scored an 80.74 and placed behind Kiski and Norwin HS.

March 10 - MASD Ground Breaking Ceremony - By Stadium - 4:00pm - 4:30pm - Symphonic Band MANDATORY and any MARCHING BAND STUDENT WHO WOULD LIKE TO JOIN!

Marching Band Florida Uniform is the attire

2026/2027 Marching Band Summer Dates
July 21-23 - Guard (5-9pm), Wind (5-9pm), and Percussion (8AM-3PM) Camps
July 27-31 - Home Band Camp
August 2-7 - Away Band Camp
August 15 - Production Rehearsal

UPCOMING DATES
Mon. March 9 -  Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6-9pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Tue. March 10 - Symphonic Band Gig After School - 4pm-4:30pm - On Campus
Wed. March 11 - 
Thu. March 12 - 
Fri. March 13 - Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6:30 - 10pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Sat. March 14 - 

Mon. March 16 -  Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6-9pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Tue. March 17 - 
Wed. March 18 - 
Thu. March 19 - 
Fri. March 20 - Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6:30 - 10pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Sat. March 21- TRWEA Winter Guard Show at Penn-Trafford HS

Mon. March 23 -  Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6-9pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Tue. March 24 - 
Wed. March 25 - 
Thu. March 26 - 
Fri. March 27 - Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6:30 - 10pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Sat. March 28 - TRWEA Championships

Mon. March 30 - 
Tue. March 31 - 
Wed. April 1 - SPRING BREAK
Thu. April 2 - Spring Break
Fri. April 3 - Spring Break

IMPORTANT DATES – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
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

REMINDERS:
Pictures: Parents who wish to contribute some of their own pictures from the stands or other interactions are welcome to do so at this link.  Please note that contributions will be reviewed prior to posting in the SmugMug gallery.  Please take a moment to consider your contributions and make sure they are bright enough, clear, and do not upload excessive variations of the same picture.  If you wish to participate in more robust media coverage, contact Ted Merklin (pictures@moonband.org) to discuss.

FUNDRAISING
If you have any questions, please email Hope at fundraising@moonband.org.

FUNDRAISING – ARAMARK – PNC/Acrisure/PPG 
If you’re interested in working games at PNC Park this season, please sign up for Guest Promise Training. The available dates are 3/16, 3/19, 3/22, and 3/30. Opening weekend is April 3-5th!
If you are interested in working the NFL Draft, the dates are April 23-25th. Shifts will pay out $185. If you are interested, please email Heather Park at hburakow@yahoo.com.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS
The 3^rd winter guard payment of $40 is due on March 9th.  Also  if you have not yet submitted the 2^nd payment of $40, it was due on February 9th.Please email Maria at treasurer@moonband.org if you have questions.

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS: Mr. Barthen
THANK YOU!! - A big thank you to all who made the Florida trip a great success.  To the chaperones, truck drivers, medical checkers, baggage checkers, luggage loaders, to the parents, and students, your assistance was truly appreciated.  THANK YOU!

March 3 - All-District Music Concert - Symphonic Band Only!
Symphonic Band members are to report to the band room by 7:20pm on 3/3.  
Tux and Gown attire
Concert begins at 7pm, admission is free.  Concert should conclude around 8:30pm. Symphonic Band performs last

March 10 - MASD Ground Breaking Ceremony - By Stadium - 4:00pm - 4:30pm - Symphonic Band ONLY!
Marching Band Florida Uniform is the attire

2026/2027 Marching Band Summer Dates
July 21-23 - Guard (5-9pm), Wind (5-9pm), and Percussion (8AM-3PM) Camps
July 27-31 - Home Band Camp
August 2-7 - Away Band Camp
August 15 - Production Rehearsal

UPCOMING DATES
Mon. March 2 -  Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6-9pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Tue. March 3 - All-District Music Concert - 7pm - Symphonic Band to Perform ONLY
Wed. March 4 - 
Thu. March 5 - 
Fri. March 6 - Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6:30 - 10pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Sat. March 7 - Winter Guard Show at Hempfield HS - Perform at 7:31pm;  3:30 is report time at MAHS

Mon. March 9 -  Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6-9pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Tue. March 10 - Symphonic Band Gig After School - 4pm-4:30pm - On Campus
Wed. March 11 - 
Thu. March 12 - 
Fri. March 13 - Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6:30 - 10pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Sat. March 14 - 

Mon. March 16 -  Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6-9pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Tue. March 17 - 
Wed. March 18 - 
Thu. March 19 - 
Fri. March 20 - Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6:30 - 10pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Sat. March 21- TRWEA Winter Guard Show at Penn-Trafford HS

Mon. March 23 -  Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6-9pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Tue. March 24 - Symphonic Band Gig After School - 4pm-4:30pm - On Campus
Wed. March 25 - 
Thu. March 26 - 
Fri. March 27 - Winter Color Guard Rehearsal - 6:30 - 10pm - MAMS Aux Gym
Sat. March 28 - TRWEA Championships

Future Events
Tuesday, March 3 - All-District Music Concert - Symphonic Band to perform
Monday, May 4 - High School Percussion Ensemble Concert
Thursday, May 14 - High School Spring Band Concert
Friday, June 5 - Graduation - All HS Instrumental 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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