HS – Still Accepting First NYC Trip Payments

Mr. VanStrien

Parents/Guardians,

We are still accepting the first payment for the New York trip.  The original date for first payment was September 28th, but if you missed the deadline, you can still turn in the payment.  Here are some of the frequently asked questions.

FAQ

Q. If paying by check, who do I write the check out to?

A. Coopersville Bronco Band Boosters

Q. Where do I drop checks off?

A. Students can deposit the checks in the dropbox by the band office.

Q. How much are the payments? 

A. Student price is for Quad Occupancy.  Use the guide from Bennett Travel on the trip website.

A. Is there an option for online payments?

A. Yes, online options are available at the trip website.

Trip Website: 

coopersvillebands.org/nyc

High School Band – Homecoming Itinerary

Mr. VanStrien

Students – We will be rehearsing outside all week. DRESS FOR THE WEATHER, it has gotten colder.

Friday (10/30) Homecoming Schedule

3:30 –  Report time – change into uniform and rehearse parade block on our practice field.

4:30 – Bus Trips – We will use one bus with three trips

  • Drop off at Farm Museum 
  • All instruments including Percussion and Sousaphones will go on the busses without cases

5:15 – Parade starts 

  • Parade route for the band begins at the farm museum and goes to campus.

5:45 –  Pizza in the band hallway 

  • Students bring their own beverage 

6:20 – Line up outside to march to the stadium 

Parade

  • EVERYONE marches in the parade.  
  • This is a very public event and the only time many of our community members will see us.  It is of the utmost importance that we have all band members march with the band for a strong and polished performance.
  • Pit percussion will continue the tradition of passing out candy! 
  • We will alternate between playing the Fight Song and Drumline Cadence
  • If you wish to represent a team or club by wearing your jersey/shirt over the bibbers as you march, please fill out the attached form.  https://forms.gle/GnG6m71dVSXDJ2U57
    • This is ONLY for the parade. Everyone is in full uniform for the game.

Dinner

  • Pizza dinner will be provided for all band members. 
  • If you do not want pizza, please plan to bring something else for dinner. Students will need to bring their own beverage.  

Football Game

PREGAME

  • Begins roughly at 6:45. When the Game clock says 8 minutes remaining before the start.
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HALFTIME

  • The band will be marching our full show, Monopoly!

Remember to bring black socks, shoes, band shirt and water bottle !

High School – New York Trip Sign Up

Mr. VanStrien

Parents/Guardians,

The sign up for the New York trip is now open!  Parents or Guardians should be the people responsible for filling out the form.  Please read the information on the form and from our website. 

https://forms.gle/iiJL3WrRCG4hcsDfA

Chaperones – There is a chaperone interest form available.  Signing up on the form does not guarantee a slot however.  Some of the chaperone numbers will be dependent on the amount of students and seats available.   We should have a clearer picture in the next few weeks.

https://forms.gle/vpGJq6UrPDfu8PkV9