News & Events

IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Friday, October 11^th – Football – Away vs. Baldwin HS
Saturday, October 12^th – PIMBA Show at Mt. Lebanon HS
Tuesday, October 15^th - Band Parent Meeting 7PM **Note date change**
Friday, October 18th – Football – Away vs. USC HS
Saturday, October 19^th – BOA Delaware
Friday, October 25^th – Football – Home vs. South Fayette HS – Senior Rec Night 
Saturday, October 26^th – PIMBA Championships at Gateway HS
Wednesday, December 18^th – Winter Band Concert

VOLUNTEER SIGN UPS
Away Football Game Volunteers
Home Football Game Volunteers
Competition Volunteers - BOA listed separately
Competition Volunteers - BOA Delaware

Volunteers needed
If anyone would be interested in heading up the raffle baskets for the pancake breakfast to please let Amy know president@moonband.org . Volunteers can work in groups, a couple of friends, a husband and wife, or someone solo.

FUNDRAISING
Pizza kit orders are due this Friday!

Coffee/Popcorn and pizza kits will be delivered October 23!  If you have questions contact Hope at fundraising@moonband.org

FORMAL WEAR – Symphonic Band
If your child is attending formal wear fittings on Tuesday and you would like to have us complete the alterations, please send them with cash or a check payable to Heather Park. The cost is $15 for tux pants and $20 for gowns. If you have questions contact Kathie at uniforms@moonband.org

Senior Rec Volunteers needed
Please contact Keri Merklin seniorrec@moonband.org if you are able to help with Senior Recognition Night on 10/25/24.

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.  The schedule is up in Presto for Acrisure Stadium.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS
Reminder for those on the payment plan that the third payment of $100 is due.  For questions contact Ralph at treasurer@moonband.org

October 25^th – 4^th payment
November 22^nd – 5^th payment
December 20 – final payment

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS:  Mr. Nick Barthen
ITINERARY FOR October 11 - Football at Baldwin HS - LINK
ITINERARY FOR October 12 - PIMBA at Mt.Lebo - LINK

REPORT TIME FOR PIMBA COMPETITION at Mt. Lebanon HS 10/12 is 12:30PM in MS LOT - Performance time is 6pm.  Show concludes at 8:30pm

BOA REGIONAL INFORMATION 10/19 - LINK - FORMS DUE FRIDAY, 10/11!

Parents Guide to Marching Band Competition - LINK

TRUNK OR TREAT – 10/29 – It is a tradition to decorate parent’s vehicles and pass out candy to the kid’s ala trick-or treating around the neighborhoods/cars.  Students will dress-up for rehearsal, and trunk-or treat.  This will begin at 7:15pm in the MS PARKING LOT/PRACTICE FIELD.  To make candy plans, we have 110 students in the marching band!

WPIAL Football Play-offs – The football team may qualify for the WPIAL post-season.  The full band will travel in support of the team. Games will be Friday during the WPIAL play-offs.  REHEARSALS AND GAMES/PERFORMANCES WILL BE GRADED EVENTS.  Plans will be forwarded as soon as they are known.  The band will rehearse once a week (Tue. OR Thu. pending weather from 6pm-7:00pm while the team is in the play-offs.

IMPORTANT – Hoodies at Rehearsals – As the weather begins to turn colder, please make sure students are bringing appropriate clothing to rehearsal.  Students are not permitted to wear the hood part of a hoodie or ski masks during rehearsal or performances.  The hood and/or ski mask impair peripheral vision and is a safety issue.  Students are encouraged to wear hats, tossle hats, beanies etc.  Students are able to bring warmer clothing items.  HOODIES ARE NEVER PERMITTED UNDERNEATH THE UNIFORMS!

PARENT REMIND 101 - In the past, our old Band management app allowed the directors to text parents with updates when we traveled. Presto does not have that feature yet. I have created a Remind 101 group for parents. I will use this app (instead of email) when the band travels to update parents on our return times and other updates. STUDENTS SHOULD NOT JOIN THIS GROUP!   Text 81010        Class Code: @f782h8g

BAND HANDBOOK  - LINK
The band handbook is available for download on the Presto website in the Presto Files Area as well as linked in the MABPO Newsletter. 

BOA Delaware - 10/19-20/2024
The Marching Band will travel to the University of Delaware to compete in the Bands of America Mid-Atlantic Regional on October 19-20, 2024.  INFORMATION LINKED
This information was sent home via email on 9/19 and hardcopy after the Seneca Valley Football Game on 9/20.

BOA Delaware - 10/19-20/2024
The Marching Band will travel to the University of Delaware to compete in the Bands of America Mid-Atlantic Regional on October 19-20, 2024.  INFORMATION LINKED
This information was sent home via email on 9/19 and hardcopy after the Seneca Valley Football Game on 9/20.

PRESTO-ASSISTANT
The band is utilizing a NEW database management system, Presto-Assistant.  Every student/parent has an account set up.  You will receive a welcome email to the address this email has been sent to set up a PARENT Account.  DO NOT SET-UP YOUR STUDENT’S ACCOUNT, their information is already set-up into the system.  After you set up your parent account, you will be able to access the site at this web address: https://app.presto-assistant.com/
 
This site will be used for News, the band calendar, files and handouts for the year, student band financial account information, etc.  The calendar is updated frequently and can be synced to your Google/i-cal.   

EXCUSES FOR NOT ATTENDING REHEARSAL 
If a student must miss a rehearsal, an e-mail or written note from THE PARENT is required.  Microsoft Teams chats or student e-mails are not valid forms of excuses. 
 
PLEASE NOTE: If a student is absent when the group is learning drill, the student must learn the missed material on their own.  We do not have time to reteach material due to absences.  The student will be held out of the production until they have shown competency on the segment.
 
2024 Marching Band Saturday Performance Schedule

• Saturday, October 12 - Local Band Competition at Mt. Lebanon HS
• Saturday, October 19 - BOA Delaware
• Saturday, October 26 - PIMBA Championships at Gateway HS

IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Thursday, October 3^rd – Homecoming Parade – Notes & Jackets Ceremony
Friday, October 4^th – Football – Home vs. Peters Twp HS – Homecoming – Post Game Show
Friday, October 11^th – Football – Away vs. Baldwin HS
Saturday, October 12^th – PIMBA Show at Mt. Lebanon HS
Tuesday, October 15th - Band Parent Meeting 7PM **Note date change**
Friday, October 18th – Football – Away vs. USC HS
Saturday, October 19^th – BOA Delaware
Friday, October 25^th – Football – Home vs. South Fayette HS – Senior Rec Night 
Saturday, October 26^th – PIMBA Championships at Gateway HS
Wednesday, December 18^th – Winter Band Concert

PIMBA Championships T-Shirts
If you are interested in ordering a shirt, a completed form and payment must be turned in NO LATER THAN the start of the football game this Friday night, October 4th. Please place all envelopes with payment and form in the band room mailbox. Make checks payable to MABPO. No late orders can be accepted or submitted. Gateway will have a VERY limited quantity of shirts on site to order the day of the event.  All preorder shirts will be delivered to our group the night of PIMBA champs. 

Request to Borrow Action Cameras:
Ted Merklin will be video recording competition runs; if you have a Go-Pro style action camera he can borrow until the end of the season, please reach out to pictures@moonband.org.

CONCESSIONS – Donations
The next home game is this Friday, October 4th. If you can donate anything from the sign-up genius below it would be appreciated!
Concessions Donations for 10/04/24

VOLUNTEER SIGN UPS
Away Football Game Volunteers
Home Football Game Volunteers
Competition Volunteers - BOA listed separately
Competition Volunteers - BOA Delaware

FUNDRAISING
Pizza kit sales are still ongoing. See the forms attached to the emails for more information. They are due October 11!  If you have any questions or problems, please email Hope at fundraising@moonband.org

FORMAL WEAR – Symphonic Band
Formal wear fittings will take place soon! Details will be made available in class this week. 
Pants and gowns will need to be altered. Heather Park will be there for fitting appointments. If you would like her to complete the alterations please bring cash or check with you to your fitting. The cost is $20 for gowns and $15 for pants. If you have questions contact Kathie at uniforms@moonband.org

Senior Rec Volunteers needed
Please contact Keri Merklin seniorrec@moonband.org if you are able to help with Senior Recognition Night on 10/25/24.

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.  The schedule is up in Presto for Acrisure Stadium.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS
Reminder for those on the payment plan that the third payment of $100 is due.  For questions contact Ralph at treasurer@moonband.org

October 25^th – 4^th payment
November 22^nd – 5^th payment
December 20 – final payment

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS:  Mr. Nick Barthen
ITINERARY FOR October 4 -  Football Game - HOME - vs Peters Twp. - LINK

REPORT TIME FOR PIMBA COMPETITION at Mt. Lebanon HS 10/12 is 12:30PM - Performance time has not been released, yet. We perform 2^nd in the show.

BOA REGIONAL INFORMATION 10/19 - LINK

Parents Guide to Marching Band Competition - LINK

MEMORIZATION TESTS   - Memorization Testing has concluded.  Students who need to re-take portions of the test need to do so before October 4.  Students will need to speak with Mr. Barthen to arrange a time.

PARENT REMIND 101 - In the past, our old Band management app allowed the directors to text parents with updates when we traveled. Presto does not have that feature yet. I have created a Remind 101 group for parents. I will use this app (instead of email) when the band travels to update parents on our return times and other updates. STUDENTS SHOULD NOT JOIN THIS GROUP!   Text 81010        Class Code: @f782h8g

BAND HANDBOOK  - LINK
The band handbook is available for download on the Presto website in the Presto Files Area as well as linked in the MABPO Newsletter. 

BOA Delaware - 10/19-20/2024
The Marching Band will travel to the University of Delaware to compete in the Bands of America Mid-Atlantic Regional on October 19-20, 2024.  INFORMATION LINKED
This information was sent home via email on 9/19 and hardcopy after the Seneca Valley Football Game on 9/20.

Homecoming Parade-Thursday, October 3 - 5:00 Report Time - The Homecoming parade is Thursday, October 3. Students will report to the M.S. Parking Lot at 5:00pm.  At 5:30pm, the parade will proceed down Tiger Trail to the Stadium.  The band will perform, other recognition will occur.  The ceremonies will conclude around 7:00PM.  We will NOT rehearse after the parade.  Band Jackets and Senior Yard Note ceremony will occur at the Student Entrance of the High School after the Parade.

Homecoming Football Game – 10/4 – POST GAME SHOW!!
In following with tradition, the Band will be performing a post-game show following the football game on 10/4.  The band will perform the ENTIRE competitive show with props.  Please spread the word and stay for the performances.

PRESTO-ASSISTANT
The band is utilizing a NEW database management system, Presto-Assistant.  Every student/parent has an account set up.  You will receive a welcome email to the address this email has been sent to set up a PARENT Account.  DO NOT SET-UP YOUR STUDENT’S ACCOUNT, their information is already set-up into the system.  After you set up your parent account, you will be able to access the site at this web address: https://app.presto-assistant.com/
 
This site will be used for News, the band calendar, files and handouts for the year, student band financial account information, etc.  The calendar is updated frequently and can be synced to your Google/i-cal.   

EXCUSES FOR NOT ATTENDING REHEARSAL 
If a student must miss a rehearsal, an e-mail or written note from THE PARENT is required.  Microsoft Teams chats or student e-mails are not valid forms of excuses. 
 
PLEASE NOTE: If a student is absent when the group is learning drill, the student must learn the missed material on their own.  We do not have time to reteach material due to absences.  The student will be held out of the production until they have shown competency on the segment.
 
2024 Marching Band Saturday Performance Schedule

• Saturday, October 12 - Local Band Competition at Mt. Lebanon HS
• Saturday, October 19 - BOA Delaware
• Saturday, October 26 - PIMBA Championships at Gateway HS

Upcoming Events
Mon. Sept. 30 - Percussion & Color Guard Rehearsal - MAHS - 6pm-9pm
Tue. Oct. 1 - FULL BAND REHEARSAL - MAHS - 6pm-9pm
Thu. Oct. 3 -  Homecoming Parade - 5:00PM Report Time -
                            Jacket and Senior Note Ceremony after at HS Student Entrance
Fri. Oct. 4 - Football Game vs Peters Township - Homecoming - REPORT TIME IS 5:15PM - POST GAME SHOW

IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Friday, September 27^th – Football – Away vs. Bethel Park HS
Thursday, October 3^rd – Homecoming Parade – Notes & Jackets Ceremony
Friday, October 4^th – Football – Home vs. Peters Twp HS – Homecoming – Post Game Show
Friday, October 11^th – Football – Away vs. Baldwin HS
Saturday, October 12^th – PIMBA Show at Mt. Lebanon HS
Thursday, October 17^th - Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Friday, October 18th – Football – Away vs. USC HS
Saturday, October 19^th – BOA Delaware
Friday, October 25^th – Football – Home vs. South Fayette HS – Senior Rec Night 
Saturday, October 26^th – PIMBA Championships at Gateway HS
Wednesday, December 18^th – Winter Band Concert

VOLUNTEER SIGN UPS
Away Football Game Volunteers
Home Football Game Volunteers
Competition Volunteers - BOA listed separately
Competition Volunteers - BOA Delaware

FUNDRAISING
Coffee and popcorn orders are due back Thursday, September 26!! Delivery is October 23, 2024.
Pizza kit sales start today. See the forms attached to the emails for more information. They are due October 11!

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

FORMAL WEAR – Symphonic Band
We have several gowns, as well as tux jackets, pants, and shirts that have been donated from graduating students.  These are all in excellent condition and will be offered at reduced cost if anyone is interested in purchasing them. They will be available for students to try on at the measurement appointment on September 24.  We do not have every size available and they will be first come first serve. 

Senior Rec Volunteers needed
Please contact Keri Merklin seniorrec@moonband.org if you are able to help with Senior Recognition Night on 10/25/24.

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.  The schedule is up in Presto for Acrisure Stadium.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS
Reminder for those on the payment plan that the third payment of $100 is due September 27th.  For questions contact Ralph at treasurer@moonband.org

September 27^th – 3^rd payment
October 25^th – 4^th payment
November 22^nd – 5^th payment
December 20 – final payment

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS:  Mr. Nick Barthen
ITINERARY FOR September 27 Football Game @ Bethel Park HS - LINK
BOA REGIONAL INFORMATION 10/19 - LINK

Parents Guide to Marching Band Competition - LINK

MEMORIZATION TESTS   - Memorization Testing has concluded.  Students who need to re-take portions of the test need to do so before October 4.  Students will need to speak with Mr. Barthen to arrange a time.

PARENT REMIND 101 - In the past, our old Band management app allowed the directors to text parents with updates when we traveled. Presto does not have that feature yet. I have created a Remind 101 group for parents. I will use this app (instead of email) when the band travels to update parents on our return times and other updates. STUDENTS SHOULD NOT JOIN THIS GROUP!   Text 81010        Class Code: @f782h8g

BAND HANDBOOK  - LINK
The band handbook is available for download on the Presto website in the Presto Files Area as well as linked in the MABPO Newsletter. 

BOA Delaware - 10/19-20/2024
The Marching Band will travel to the University of Delaware to compete in the Bands of America Mid-Atlantic Regional on October 19-20, 2024.  INFORMATION LINKED
This information was sent home via email on 9/19 and hardcopy after the Seneca Valley Football Game on 9/20.

Homecoming Parade-Thursday, October 3 - 5:00 Report Time - The Homecoming parade is Thursday, October 3. Students will report to the M.S. Parking Lot at 5:00pm.  At 5:30pm, the parade will proceed down Tiger Trail to the Stadium.  The band will perform, other recognition will occur.  The ceremonies will conclude around 7:00PM.  We will NOT rehearse after the parade.  Band Jackets and Senior Yard Note ceremony will occur at the Student Entrance of the High School after the Parade

Homecoming Football Game – 10/4 – POST GAME SHOW!!
In following with tradition, the Band will be performing a post-game show following the football game on 10/4.  The band will perform the ENTIRE competitive show with props.  Please spread the word and stay for the performances.

PRESTO-ASSISTANT
The band is utilizing a NEW database management system, Presto-Assistant.  Every student/parent has an account set up.  You will receive a welcome email to the address this email has been sent to set up a PARENT Account.  DO NOT SET-UP YOUR STUDENT’S ACCOUNT, their information is already set-up into the system.  After you set up your parent account, you will be able to access the site at this web address: https://app.presto-assistant.com/
 
This site will be used for News, the band calendar, files and handouts for the year, student band financial account information, etc.  The calendar is updated frequently and can be synced to your Google/i-cal.   

EXCUSES FOR NOT ATTENDING REHEARSAL 
If a student must miss a rehearsal, an e-mail or written note from THE PARENT is required.  Microsoft Teams chats or student e-mails are not valid forms of excuses. 
 
PLEASE NOTE: If a student is absent when the group is learning drill, the student must learn the missed material on their own.  We do not have time to reteach material due to absences.  The student will be held out of the production until they have shown competency on the segment.
 
2024 Marching Band Saturday Performance Schedule

• Saturday, October 12 - Local Band Competition at Mt. Lebanon HS
• Saturday, October 19 - BOA Delaware
• Saturday, October 26 - PIMBA Championships at Gateway HS

IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Tuesday, September 17^th – Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Friday, September 20^th – Football – Away vs. Seneca Valley HS
Saturday, September 21^st – PIMBA/BOA Show at Norwin HS
Friday, September 27^th – Football – Away vs. Bethel Park HS
Friday, October 4^th – Football – Home vs. Peters Twp HS – Homecoming
Friday, October 11^th – Football – Away vs. Baldwin HS
Saturday, October 12^th – PIMBA Show at Mt. Lebanon HS
Thursday, October 17^th - Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Friday, October 18th – Football – Away vs. USC HS
Saturday, October 19^th – BOA Delaware
Friday, October 25^th – Football – Home vs. South Fayette HS – Senior Rec Night 
Saturday, October 26^th – PIMBA Championships at Gateway HS
Wednesday, December 18^th – Winter Band Concert

VOLUNTEER SIGN UPS
Away Football Game Volunteers
Home Football Game Volunteers
Competition Volunteers - BOA listed separately
Competition Volunteers - BOA Delaware

FUNDRAISING
Coffee and popcorn orders are due back Thursday, September 26!! Delivery is October 23, 2024.
Pizza kit sales start today. See the forms attached to the emails for more information. They are due October 11!

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

FORMAL WEAR – Symphonic Band
We have several gowns, as well as tux jackets, pants, and shirts that have been donated from graduating students.  These are all in excellent condition and will be offered at reduced cost if anyone is interested in purchasing them. They will be available for students to try on at the measurement appointment on September 24.  We do not have every size available and they will be first come first serve. 

Senior Rec Volunteers needed
Please contact Keri Merklin seniorrec@moonband.org if you are able to help with Senior Recognition Night on 10/25/24.

FUNDRAISING – ARAMARK – PNC/Acrisure/PPG 
They are looking for more volunteers for the Pitt Game on Saturday, Sept 14^th.
This is going to be their biggest Pitt Game of the season, so they really need ALL hands-on deck for this event.
Reminder- the minimum payout for this Pitt Game is $165/person with potential to make even more! 12pm report time
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.  The schedule is up in Presto for Acrisure Stadium.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS
Reminder for those on the payment plan that the second payment of $100 is due.  For questions contact Ralph at treasurer@moonband.org

September 27^th – 3^rd payment
October 25^th – 4^th payment
November 22^nd – 5^th payment
December 20 – final payment

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS:  Mr. Nick Barthen
ITINERARY FOR September 20 Football Game @ Seneca Valley HS - LINK
ITINERARY FOR September 21 PIMBA/BOA SHOW at Norwin HS - LINK

Parents Guide to Marching Band Competition - LINK

MEMORIZATION TESTS   - Memorization Testing has concluded.  Students who need to re-take portions of the test need to do so before October 4.  Students will need to speak with Mr. Barthen to arrange a time.

REHEARSAL CHANGE REMINDER: Week of September 16:  
Rehearsals are changed to:
Monday 9/16 - Color Guard and Percussion - 6pm-9pm
Tuesday, 9/17 - Wind Rehearsal - 6pm-9pm
Wednesday, 9/18 - FULL REHEARSAL - 6pm-9pm
Thursday, 9/19 - NO REHEARSAL - Due to Valerie Gaydos Event at the Middle School

PARENT REMIND 101 - In the past, our old Band management app allowed the directors to text parents with updates when we traveled. Presto does not have that feature yet. I have created a Remind 101 group for parents. I will use this app (instead of email) when the band travels to update parents on our return times and other updates. STUDENTS SHOULD NOT JOIN THIS GROUP!   Text 81010        Class Code: @f782h8g

BAND HANDBOOK  - LINK
The band handbook is available for download on the Presto website in the Presto Files Area as well as linked in the MABPO Newsletter. 

BOA Delaware - 10/19-20/2024
The Marching Band will be traveling to the University of Delaware to compete in the Bands of America Mid-Atlantic Regional on October 19-20, 2024.  This will be an overnight trip.  Please mark your calendars.

Homecoming Parade-Thursday, October 3 - 5:00 Report Time - The Homecoming parade is Thursday, October 3. Students will report to the M.S. Parking Lot at 5:00pm.  At 5:30pm, the parade will proceed down Tiger Trail to the Stadium.  The band will perform, other recognition will occur.  The ceremonies will conclude around 7:00PM.  We will NOT rehearse after the parade.  Band Jackets and Senior Yard Note ceremony will occur at the Student Entrance of the High School after the Parade

Homecoming Football Game – 10/4 – POST GAME SHOW!!
In following with tradition, the Band will be performing a post-game show following the football game on 10/4.  The band will perform the ENTIRE competitive show with props.  Please spread the word and stay for the performances.

PRESTO-ASSISTANT
The band is utilizing a NEW database management system, Presto-Assistant.  Every student/parent has an account set up.  You will receive a welcome email to the address this email has been sent to set up a PARENT Account.  DO NOT SET-UP YOUR STUDENT’S ACCOUNT, their information is already set-up into the system.  After you set up your parent account, you will be able to access the site at this web address: https://app.presto-assistant.com/
 
This site will be used for News, the band calendar, files and handouts for the year, student band financial account information, etc.  The calendar is updated frequently and can be synced to your Google/i-cal.   

EXCUSES FOR NOT ATTENDING REHEARSAL 
If a student must miss a rehearsal, an e-mail or written note from THE PARENT is required.  Microsoft Teams chats or student e-mails are not valid forms of excuses. 
 
PLEASE NOTE: If a student is absent when the group is learning drill, the student must learn the missed material on their own.  We do not have time to reteach material due to absences.  The student will be held out of the production until they have shown competency on the segment.
 
2024 Marching Band Saturday Performance Schedule

• Saturday, September 21 -  BOA Affiliate Competition at Norwin HS - Report time 8AM
• Saturday, October 12 - Local Band Competition at Mt. Lebanon HS
• Saturday, October 19 - BOA Delaware
• Saturday, October 26 - PIMBA Championships at Gateway HS

IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Friday, September 13^th – Football – Home vs. West Allegheny HS
Tuesday, September 17^th – Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Friday, September 20^th – Football – Away vs. Seneca Valley HS
Saturday, September 21^st – PIMBA/BOA Show at Norwin HS
Friday, September 27^th – Football – Away vs. Bethel Park HS
Friday, October 4^th – Football – Home vs. Peters Twp HS – Homecoming
Friday, October 11^th – Football – Away vs. Baldwin HS
Saturday, October 12^th – PIMBA Show at Mt. Lebanon HS
Thursday, October 17^th - Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Friday, October 18th – Football – Away vs. USC HS
Saturday, October 19^th – BOA Delaware
Friday, October 25^th – Football – Home vs. South Fayette HS – Senior Rec Night 
Saturday, October 26^th – PIMBA Championships at Gateway HS
Wednesday, December 18^th – Winter Band Concert

Concessions Volunteers – Set Up
Thursday concession set up time has changed 8pm to 9pm and Friday 1:30pm to 3:30pm Due to the soccer game on Thursday eve. 
Thursday, we need some strong men to help fill the coolers with Ice.
Friday is setting up the concession stand for the game. 
Please call/ text Hoda know if you can make it. 917-609-6715. 
Thank you in advance. 

Concessions Donations
The next home game is this Friday, September 13th. If you can donate anything from the sign-up genius below it would be appreciated! Donations can be dropped in the band room Thursday evening or Friday before the game between 4:30PM and 5:30. MABPO runs the concession stand under the Home-side bleachers. Thank you!
Concessions Donations for 09/13/24
Concessions volunteers and Uniform assistance is also still needed. Please, sign up at the Home Football Game Volunteers link to volunteer.
Thank you!

VOLUNTEER SIGN UPS
Away Football Game Volunteers
Home Football Game Volunteers
Competition Volunteers - BOA listed separately
Competition Volunteers - BOA Delaware

FUNDRAISING
Coffee and popcorn sales are underway. This is a new fundraiser so please be sure to read the information sheet. Please print all the forms for you to use! Forms are attached to the email.  They are due back Thursday, September 26, 2024. Delivery is October 23, 2024.

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

Senior Rec Volunteers needed
Please contact Keri Merklin seniorrec@moonband.org if you are able to help with Senior Recognition Night on 10/25/24.

FUNDRAISING – ARAMARK – PNC/Acrisure/PPG 
They are looking for more volunteers for the Pitt Game on Saturday, Sept 14^th.
This is going to be their biggest Pitt Game of the season, so they really need ALL hands-on deck for this event.
Reminder- the minimum payout for this Pitt Game is $165/person with potential to make even more! 12pm report time
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.  The schedule is up in Presto for Acrisure Stadium.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS
Reminder for those on the payment plan that the second payment of $100 is due.  For questions contact Ralph at treasurer@moonband.org

September 27^th – 3^rd payment
October 25^th – 4^th payment
November 22^nd – 5^th payment
December 20 – final payment

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS:  Mr. Nick Barthen
ITINERARY FOR September 13 Football Game vs. West Allegheny - HOME - LINK

PSAT and the Mt. Lebanon PIMBA Show - October 12
The Mt. Lebanon PIMBA Show will NOT interfere with students wishing to take the PSAT.  Report time will be 1pm or later, depending on our performance time.  PSAT will conclude no later than 12:30pm.

MUSIC MEMORIZATION TEST - LINK
Memorization Test for WIND players will be administered during the week of September 3-20.  Please log-on to Presto/MS TEAMS Document/Handout Section for the specific date your student will have his/her test.   The students were notified of this test on June 5, 2024 and given their specific date on August 13.  Please check Skyward for their grade.
 - Music to be memorized included:
        - Star Spangled Banner.                               - Alma Mater
        - Fight Song                                                  - Mr. Blue Sky
       -  Hey YA                                                        - Party in the USA
       - ALL OF EVERGREEN

REHEARSAL CHANGE REMINDER: Week of September 16:  
Rehearsals are changed to:
Monday 9/16 - Color Guard and Percussion - 6pm-9pm
Tuesday, 9/17 - Wind Rehearsal - 6pm-9pm
Wednesday, 9/18 - FULL REHEARSAL - 6pm-9pm
Thursday, 9/19 - NO REHEARSAL - Due to Valerie Gaydos Event at the Middle School

BAND HANDBOOK  - LINK
The band handbook is available for download on the Presto website in the Presto Files Area as well as linked in the MABPO Newsletter. 

PRESTO-ASSISTANT
The band is utilizing a NEW database management system, Presto-Assistant.  Every student/parent has an account set up.  You will receive a welcome email to the address this email has been sent to set up a PARENT Account.  DO NOT SET-UP YOUR STUDENT’S ACCOUNT, their information is already set-up into the system.  After you set up your parent account, you will be able to access the site at this web address: https://app.presto-assistant.com/
 
This site will be used for News, the band calendar, files and handouts for the year, student band financial account information, etc.  The calendar is updated frequently and can be synced to your Google/i-cal.   

EXCUSES FOR NOT ATTENDING REHEARSAL 
If a student must miss a rehearsal, an e-mail or written note from THE PARENT is required.  Microsoft Teams chats or student e-mails are not valid forms of excuses. 
 
PLEASE NOTE: If a student is absent when the group is learning drill, the student must learn the missed material on their own.  We do not have time to reteach material due to absences.  The student will be held out of the production until they have shown competency on the segment.
 
2024 Marching Band Saturday Performance Schedule

• Saturday, September 21 -  BOA Affiliate Competition at Norwin HS - Report time 8AM
• Saturday, October 12 - Local Band Competition at Mt. Lebanon HS
• Saturday, October 19 - BOA Delaware
• Saturday, October 26 - PIMBA Championships at Gateway HS

NORWIN BOA AFFLIATE SHOW – Sat. Sept. 21 – Norwin HS Band will be hosting the first ever in western PA, a Bands of America Affiliate show at Norwin HS.  An affiliate show is modeled after a BOA Regional competition (the one we are going to in October), with BOA adjudicators, a preliminary and finals round, but in a local venue, at no cost to the bands.  This will be a great first show for the students and staff to learn and gain feedback about our production.  The prelims round will begin at 11:30am, MAHS Band will perform in the preliminary round at 1:30pm.  The finals round will consist of the top 8 bands, out of 18 possible in the evening show.  The finals show begins at 7:00pm.  If MAHS Band qualifies for the final round, we will not know our performance time or seeding until the conclusion of the preliminary show.  Report time for the students is set at 8:00am.  They will need to eat breakfast and bring a lunch to eat on the bus.  We will be sharing dinner with the Penn-Trafford HS Band, at Penn-Trafford HS in between the prelims and finals shows.  The menu will be relayed once it is set.  This will be an all day/night event.

BOA Delaware - 10/19-20/2024
The Marching Band will be traveling to the University of Delaware to compete in the Bands of America Mid-Atlantic Regional on October 19-20, 2024.  This will be an overnight trip.  Please mark your calendars.

Upcoming Events
Mon. Sept. 9 - Percussion & Color Guard Rehearsal - MAHS - 6pm-9pm
Tue. Sept. 10 - Wind Rehearsal - MAHS - 6pm-9pm
Thu. Sept. 12 - FULL BAND REHEARSAL - MAHS - 6pm-9pm
Fri. Sept. 13- Football Game vs. West Allegheny HS - Report time is 5:30pm
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Mon. Sept. 16 - Percussion & Color Guard Rehearsal - MAHS - 6pm-9pm
Tue. Sept. 17 - Wind Rehearsal - MAHS - 6pm-9pm
Wed. Sept. 18 - FULL BAND REHEARSAL - MAHS - 6pm-9pm
Thu. Sept. 19 - No Rehearsal
Fri. Sept. 20- Football Game at Seneca Valley HS - Report time is 4:00pm (7:00pm kick-off) Will load pit before for Saturday
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Sat. Sept. 21 - BOA Affiliate Competition at Norwin HS - Report time is 8:00AM; All day/All night event.
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Mon. Sept. 23 - Percussion & Color Guard Rehearsal - MAHS - 6pm-9pm
Tue. Sept. 24 - Wind Rehearsal - MAHS - 6pm-9pm
Thu. Sept. 26 - FULL BAND REHEARSAL - MAHS - 6pm-9pm
Fri. Sept. 27- Football Game at Bethel Park HS - Away - 
Sat. Sept. 28 – OFF
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Mon. Sept. 30 - Percussion & Color Guard Rehearsal - MAHS - 6pm-9pm
Tue. Oct. 1 - FULL BAND REHEARSAL - MAHS - 6pm-9pm
Thu. Oct. 3 -  Homecoming Parade - 5:00PM Report Time -
                            Jacket and Senior Note Ceremony after at HS Student Entrance
Fri. Oct. 4 - Football Game vs Peters Township - Homecoming - POST GAME SHOW
Sat. Oct. 5 – OFF
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Important Upcoming Dates
September 21 - PIMBA/BOA Show at Norwin HS (REPORT TIME APPROX 8AM)
October 12 - PIMBA Show at Mt. Lebo  (Report Approx. 1pm)
October 19 - BOA Delaware
October 26 - PIMBA Championships at Gateway HS (Report Approx. 1pm)