Game Week 2

GREAT start last Friday night...long way til we finish...United 2010!!

Tuesday night in practice blacks.
Thursday afterschool til 4.

Make sure you restock clear ponchos this week!!

Pep Rally Friday at 2:30...parents and any other non-students please make sure that you sign in at the school office when you arrive on campus.

Friday's dress will be announced during 4th block this week.

Guard report time this Friday night is 5:30. Arrive Ready!!

All procedures/rules apply & are the same as previously posted.

Hair on Friday...this is at school Friday and for the game that night...we would like to try wavy hair...not so much product that it looks wet or matted or greasy...just wavy, beachy hair with just the front pulled up in a small hair colored clip with a little pouf. Clips are available at most all drug stores, Walmarts, etc. The pic above is the style of clips we are talking about (they do come in a blonde version too) and we will demonstrate for the girls the style and pouf expected Friday during 4th blocks all this week.

Did you or your parents signed up to work the regular concession stand at Bryant Denney with the band this Saturday?? Please check the band blog or see Mr. Henson or Mr. Swann to get the details.

and last but not least...IMPACT or IMPRESSION??

Please make sure social sites like facebook and myspace stay clean. Make sure your walls and photos are set to PRIVATE so only you & your friends can see them. Pics, comments, etc. on your page should always represent you & our group well. Check your pages often and make sure to delete any questionable content should it pop up. Think before you post...LOTS of folks read what you say/post on public forums, and that can get you (and us) into very sticky situations. Remember and apply Thumper's rule from Bambi to all posts/pics..."if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all." In 2010 Thumper would prob add..."if you can't post or load something nice online, then don't post or load any content at all."

Game Week 1

No tardies, checkins, or checkouts on Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays! ! ! !

MONDAY 4th Block Dress Out
TUESDAY 4th Block Dress Out
TUESDAY REHEARSAL 6-9 PM...black leotard & shorts
WEDNESDAY 4th Block Dress Out
THURSDAY REHEARSAL AFTERSCHOOL UNTIL 4...same as 4th block
FRIDAY 4th Block Dress Out

FRIDAY NIGHT Report time is 4:30, wear Red Uniform, nude strapless bra, Leggs suntan hose, white socks, white jazz shoes, hair straight, and full face make up.

Tigerettes are expected to behave in an appropriate manner at all times...even more so at school events. In or out of uniform every choice you make has a consequence. Do not jeopardize your reputation, or the reputation of our Guard, by participating in public displays of affection, ignore and do not respond to ugly talk or gestures. All school rules, band rules, guard rules apply at school events/activities. Pay attention, make sure your words and your actions stay positive at all times...strive hard to make a GREAT IMPACT not just a GOOD IMPRESSION!!

Friday night games...plan ahead...no colored polish...clear or French manicure only. No jewelry. No scrunchy wetlook hair. Hot or Cold, Rain or Shine Be Prepared!!! Guard jacket, bug spray, clear poncho, & a stain stick must be in your bag!!

Tigerettes will dress alike every Friday when we have a game. The required dress will be announced each day of that school week. You will be assigned a specific top, hairstyle, jeans, & will wear them along with the white pep rally tennis shoes all day at school. Make sure you listen, plan , and do what is expected...no checkouts or calls home.

Before games and rehearsals...members are given a specific “report time”. TIGS are not permitted to stay on campus afterschool. All must leave campus and are not permitted to return to campus until 15 minutes prior to report time...no exceptions!! You can’t be on campus unsupervised. If you live too far to make it back you will need to find a friend who lives closer to go home with Friday afternoons.

At games...Tigerettes will have assigned seats in the stands and will remain in the correct order the entire time!! No food/drinks/gum/candy in the stands. NO APPLICATION OF MAKEUP OR HAIR PRODUCTS!! Visitors to the band section are expected to speak and move on. Restroom visits must be taken care of prior to game & during third quarter break...this is a privilege...NO PDA...you must be with two other Guard members even at home games. Your 1st priority on break is to go to the restroom and get in line at the concessions stand...be responsible!! Tigerettes report back to the stands one minute prior to Band Director’s called time.

Please Note...

1. Universal Orlando trip deposit due in October...info went home last Friday!!

2. Home Concession schedule posted...Parents should plan to work or give notice & pay the fee.

3. Make sure all uniforms/costumes are clean & properly altered each week.

4. Picture orders with payment are due to Mrs. Burgette by September 3rd.

FYI...after the games/contests when we are away...Tigerettes may be checked off the bus at the end of away events. Parent/adult is required to come to our bus to check you off. Tigs are not permitted to check off our bus and ride a different band bus home. If you ride home on a band bus it is the same one you came on & you will be expected to help unload the truck before you leave campus. Those who ride the bus home MUST have a ride waiting on them when we get back to the school. Cell phones will not be used for last minute travel permission this season!!! Tigerettes may only be checked off the bus at the end of away games by their parent or by an ADULT designated in writing by their parent. We are unable to verify notes turned in so please know that any student providing a “fake” note would be written up for providing false info. We thank you in advance for your cooperation regarding policy issues like these and ask that you remember they are not intended to cause student/parent problems, but are put in place to help ensure the safety of all participants.
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Tigerettes are required to be in the company of at least two other Guard members at all times at all rehearsals & games...both home & away...there is safety in numbers...safety from vultures and also safety from the rumor mill!!!

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No boyfriends (even band couples) or visitors at games/contests/rehearsals!!!

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Parents are welcomed to observe Tuesday night rehearsals. Please make sure however that noise is kept to a minimum because we are in the process of instructing & learning. Also know that observers should sit in the end sections of the stadium only. The middle section is used by directors for instruction during the rehearsal. Students only in the bandroom and school buildings on Tuesday, Friday, or Saturday nights. Thanks in advance for your cooperation!

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Please don’t forget that laps are required when you show for rehearsal/events late or unprepared. We thank you in advance for being a responsible member...arriving on time and having all items needed for rehearsal. We also appreciate you “not whining” when your lack of preparation or time management sends you around the field.

Remember it is hard work and a good attitude that create success!!


OTHER REMINDERS...

Community Pep Rally at Union Hill Baptist on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. This is an optional event so we will not dress alike. If you plan to go you should take time to look good and as always behave well!!

No pep rally scheduled this week. Tigerettes WILL dress alike on Friday Game Days. Tigs should listen up this week during 4th block so they know exactly how to dress Friday!!

Doctor’s excuses...a doc’s note is required for any rehearsal missed. We always follow doctor’s orders...without a doc’s release we can’t let you practice or perform...yes, you dress and must attend all the rehearsals or performances, but you just sit/watch. Your observation of what we learn/do is the quickest way we can get you ready & back in the show!!

Tigerette clothes/items...this is a repeat of instruction during summer camp...DO NOT wear or carry any of our new items (uniform, costume, or pep) until your Captains or Directors instruct you to do so...we must keep everything fresh/new for this fall.

Practice wear update...starting this week we will wear black dance clothes ONLY on Tuesday nights...all 4th block practice (including afterschool Thursdays) will be done in t’s, shorts for the remainder of the fall season.

Arriving & Leaving on time...make sure your parents and/or your ride know the correct times you are to arrive as well as the correct time to pick you up...we can’t leave til you do!!!

Winter Guard...please get us your signed & notarized forms as quickly as possible but not later than September 1!! WG fee is due on or before October 1st!! Our first fundraiser event is Saturday, Sept 4th.

2010 Fall Contest Schedule
JefCoEd Band Jamboree on Sept 25th...location TBA.
BOA Regional Contest on Oct 9th @ JSU
Hoover Contest on Oct 16th @ Regions Park
BOA Super Regional on Oct 30th @ Georgia Dome

And last but certainly not least...thinking wayyyyyy ahead...please add this date to your family calendar...

Christmas Parade at the Summit on Friday night, November 19th!!! :0)

Practice Clothes, Pictures, & Spring Trip Details!!!

Practice clothes for the next week are the same as the last...4th block including Thursday afterschool is t's & shorts. Tuesday nights = black dance class leotard and black soffe shorts...athletic shoes every rehearsal. Make sure Tuesday night is done correctly this week...no exception. Make sure you have what you need...don't look at weather or hear rumors and assume things...you are to be prepared for rehearsal each every day & time it is scheduled.

Tigerettes were given their picture proof and order envelope Friday during 4th block. Picture orders are due to Mrs. Burgette here at school on or before September 3rd.

The proof was attached to a more detailed Spring Trip packet of information shared at Thursday night's required parent meeting. Please make sure you review the trip packet completely. Deposits and all travel forms are due on or before October 1st.

For clarity regarding the trip...

1. All Tigerettes are required to participate. Medical issues documented by a physician are the only exception permitted.

2. Extra seats offered for parents/others traveling are filled on a first paid/reserved basis. Note...only elementary age siblings are permitted to sign up for the trip with their traveling parent.

3. Rookie parents will not be selected to chaperone...everyone chaperoning needs to have traveled with the band a time or two and be familiar with how things work and ensure effective care of our students.

4. Here are links to Universal Orlando and SeaWorld...both soooooo fun!!!!

http://www.universalorlando.com/OverviewPages/TP/themeparks.aspx

http://www.seaworld.com/orlando/default.aspx

Next week's Guard Game Plan will be posted by 1 p.m. on Tuesday...make sure you check it out!! Don't forget to check the Home Concession schedule making sure you are present to work at your assigned time OR provide the $25 payout one week in advance to avoid a $50 "no-show" fee.

Thanks all...have a great weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Football Jamboree Week!!

No tardies, checkins, or checkouts on Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays!!
Doctor's excuse required when you miss those days. Please note that the JefCoEd new Code of Conduct book states 4 unexcused absences per class per semester is the max.

4th block = ts, shorts, and athletic shoes everyday!!

TUESDAY/AUG 17TH/6-9 PM...black leotard, black shorts, & athletic shoes

THURSDAY/AUG 19TH/AFTERSCHOOL UNTIL 4...dress same as 4th block. WG interest meeting at 6 in Donna's classroom, and Parent REQUIRED BOOSTER MEETING AT 7 p.m.

Friday/Aug 20th = Football Jamboree Game (optional)

Guard members are expected to behave in an appropriate manner at all times....even more so at school events like the Football Jamboree game this Friday night. Attendance at the Jamboree game is optional. We will not dress alike for this game but you still need to LOOK GOOD!! In or out of uniform every choice you make has a consequence. Do not jeopardize your reputation, or the reputation of our group, by participating in public displays of affection, ignore and do not respond to ugly talk or gestures. All school rules, band rules, Guard rules apply at school events/activities. Pay attention, make sure your words and your actions stay positive at all times.

For next week's first Friday night game...no colored polish...clear or French manicure only. No jewelry. No tatoos showing. No scrunchy wetlook hair.
Hot or Cold, Rain or Shine Be Prepared!!! Bug spray, clear poncho, & a stain stick must be in your bag!!

Guard members will dress alike every Friday starting next week. The required dress will be announced each day of that school week. Girls will be assigned a specific top, hairstyle, jeans, & will wear them along with your white tennis shoes all day at school. Make sure to listen, plan, and do what is expected....no checkouts or calls home for forgotten items.

Before games and rehearsals...Members are given a specific “report time”. Guard members are not permitted to stay on campus afterschool. All must leave campus and are not permitted to return to campus until 15 minutes prior to report time...no exceptions!! Guard can’t be on campus unsupervised. If you live too far to make it back you will need to find a friend who lives closer to go home with that afternoon.

At the games...Guard members will have assigned seats in the stands and will remain in the correct order the entire time!! No food/drinks/gum/candy in the stands. NO APPLICATION OF MAKEUP OR HAIR PRODUCTS!! Visitors to the band section are expected to speak and move on.. Restroom visits must be taken care of prior to game & during third quarter break...this is a privilege...NO PDA...you must be with another Guard member at all times and yes even at home games. Your 1st priority on break is to go to the restroom and get in line at the concessions stand...be responsible!! Auxiliary members report back to the stands one minute prior to Band Director’s called time.

Other Notes...

1. Required Parent Booster Meeting Thursday night at 7.

2. Cell phones are to be turned off upon arrival & remain off until you are dismissed.

3. Home Concession schedule was posted. Parents should plan to work or give notice & pay the fee as detailed.

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FYI...for the future...

After the game when we are away...Guard Members may be checked off their bus at the end of away games. Parent/adult is required to go to our bus to check you off. Guard members are not permitted to check off our Aux bus and ride a different band bus home. If you ride home on a band bus it is the same one you came on & you will be expected to help unload the truck before you leave campus. Your ride should be waiting on you when we get back to the school. Cell phones will not be used for travel permission this season!!! Guard Members may only be checked off the bus at the end of away games by their parent or by an ADULT designated in writing by their parent. We are unable to verify notes turned in so please know that any student providing a “fake” note would be written up for providing false info. We thank you in advance for your cooperation regarding policy issues like these and ask that you remember they are not intended to cause student/parent problems, but are put in place to help ensure the safety of all participants.

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Auxiliary members are required to be in the company of at least TWO other Guard members at all times at all rehearsals & games...both home & away...there is
safety in numbers.....safety from vultures and also safety from the rumor mill!!!
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No boyfriend or friend/visitors at rehearsals!!!

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Parents are welcomed to observe Tuesday night rehearsals. Please make
sure however that noise is kept to a minimum since we are in the process
of instructing & learning. Also know that observers should sit in the end
sections of the stadium only. The middle section is used by directors for
instruction during the rehearsal. Students only in the bandroom or school
buildings on Tuesday nights. Thanks in advance for your cooperation!

THANKS FOR A GREAT START TO A GREAT YEAR :0)

Back to School and a Required Booster Meeting for Parents!!

Practice schedule this week in t's, shorts, & tennies!!
Wednesday = 4th block
Thursday = 4th block til 4 pm/have ride waiting at 4!!
Friday = 4th block

Girls will need water everyday!!! Practice clothes, athletic shoes, guard gloves, and water must be brought to school in a MESH bag.

Starting next week we will require practice blacks on Tuesday nights. Practice blacks = black leotard & black soffe shorts. We will stay in t's & shorts on Thursdays until the weather cools down. Athletic shoes will be worn every practice.

No converse and no basketball shorts!!

Required Booster meeting on Thursday night, August 19th. Time TBA.
Health Department presentation for concession workers and spring trip
information will be presented. Tigerettes must have a parent at this meeting.

Home Game Concession Work Assigned Schedule is listed below. UPDATED 8/23/10!!If your parent is unable to work your assigned event please turn in a $25 payout check one week prior to the event. "No shows" will be charged a $50 payout due the week following the skipped event.

Friday, September 3rd
Haley Mareno
Megan Burchfield
Lauren Snow
Alyssa Hope

Thursday, September 9th
Breanna Howton
Jamie Mareno

Monday, September 13th
Jessica Swann
Haley White

Friday, September 17th
Miranda Hill
Kristin Ferguson
Cassidy Hughes
Kayla Simpson
Leah Stott

Monday, September 20th
Ashlyn Odom

Friday, September 24th
Madison Shearer
Meghan Carr
Brianna Salter
Sydney Johnson

Friday, October 8th
Mary Kathryn Wood
Logan Brown
Taylor Custred
Peyton Watts
Maci Swindle

Thursday, October 14th
Kaitlin Champion

Friday, October 22nd
Allison Eason
Abby Willis
Nikki Morgan
Sera Powers
Kaylee Wright
Allison Salter

Monday, October 25th
Danielle Russo


The 4 Alabama Concession events at Bryant Denney will be done on a volunteer basis this year with both students and parents who work those events earning credit toward spring trip. More info about this will be available at the booster meeting.