News & Events

IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
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
Tuesday, October 29^th – Trunk or Treat
Thursday, November 14^th - Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Thursday, December 12^th - Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Sunday, December 15^th – Pancake Breakfast and Cookie Walk
Wednesday, December 18^th – Winter Band Concert

SENIOR NIGHT - OCTOBER 25
Donations are needed for the Senior Night reception.  Donations can be dropped off before practice on Thursday October 24 at the Natatorium entrance or on Friday October 25 at 4:00 at the High School Cafeteria. Please sign up at Senior Night Donations
Volunteers are needed to set up before the event at 3:00 and afterwards at 5:30. Senior parents will be participating in the evening and will not be able to volunteer. Please sign up at Senior Night Volunteers
If you have any questions, please reach out to Keri Merklin at seniorrec@moonband.org

Senior Parents
The reception will begin at 4:30 and include light refreshments as well as pictures. Senior members will be recognized during halftime of the football game. Parents will sit with the band during the first half of the game. Following the halftime recognition, parents are welcome to continue to sit with the band or may sit in the stands. Please reach out to seniorrec@moonbang.org if you have any questions.

UNIFORM VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Thursday October 17 at 6 pm: Uniforms are getting cleaned this week and we need two or three people to help reorganize them once they're back. 
Friday October 18 at report time: We will need two people to help kids with getting their uniforms ready to go to BOA. 
Friday October 25: We need one or two underclassmen parents to help out before and after the game on senior rec night. 
If you are able to help us out, please email Kathie at uniforms@moonband.org. 

CONCESSIONS DONATIONS
The final home game is Friday, October 25th. If you can donate anything from the sign-up genius below it would be appreciated! Thank you!
Concessions Donations for 10/25/24

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

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
Reminder for those on the payment plan that the fourth payment of $100 is due October 25th.  For questions contact Ralph at treasurer@moonband.org

November 22^nd – 5^th payment
December 20 – final payment

BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS:  Mr. Nick Barthen
ITINERARY FOR October 18 - Football at USC - LINK
BOA REGIONAL INFORMATION 10/19 - ​LINK​ 

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. 

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 19 - BOA Delaware
• Saturday, October 26 - PIMBA Championships at Gateway HS

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