From the President
Hope everyone is getting back into the swing of things—hard to believe the first semester is almost over
From the Directors
First semester concert evaluations are due Monday January 14th (tomorrow)
Congrats to those who auditioned this weekend for All Region—really proud of you!
Finance
Just a quick thanks from the Treasurers to all who have paid their Fair Share and a reminder that payments can be submitted to the Band Room. Please remember that trip deposits will not be accepted until Fair Share is paid. If you have questions, contact treasurer@cariobands.org
Community Service
We will be holding our coat drive this month for Lowcountry Orphan Relief—the planned dates for this event are Tuesday January 22nd thru Wednesday January 30th. More details to follow as we get closer
Booster Meeting
We are having a full band booster meeting on Thursday January 31st at 7:30pm in the gym to discuss spring trips, grading, and end of year expectations for continuing in band for the following year.
There will be an 8TH Grade Families only meeting at 6:45 that evening—Bobby Lambert, the Wando Band Director, will be there to discuss High School options. Also, the Director of the Wando School of Advanced Studies will be there to explain what Wando offers, how it ranks academically, and how to make it work with band.
Lessons Academy
Registrations for 2nd semester Lessons Academy are due---yes you must register again if you are continuing and if you would like to start taking lessons, you now have another opportunity to sign up
Upcoming Dates
Tuesday January 22nd—Lowcountry Orphan Relief Coat Drive---Band Room
Thursday January 31st—Booster Meeting—Gym
8th Grade Families—6:45pm
All Grade Families—7:30pm