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Clifton High School Mustang Band Parent FAQs Is band camp mandatory? Yes, this is where they learn the
fundamentals of marching. Where do I drop off my child during band camp? Students get
dropped off at the band room and then walk up the hill to the "Band
Field". Where do I pick my child up for lunch & after camp? Make a pick-up
point with your child. Usually they are waiting for you near the band
parking lot at the far left of the building. When and what time is band camp? Mr. Morgan will set
the time. Always arrive 15 minutes early. What should my child wear and bring to band camp? Most importantly
his/her instrument, sneakers, T-shirts only (no strapless, mid-riffs or
spaghetti straps), a loose-fitting, decent pair of shorts, a cap or
sun-visor, suntan lotion and a water bottle/jug. Is band camp cancelled if it rains? No, practice is
moved indoors. Can my child go home for lunch? Absolutely, just be
back on time. Attendance is being taken. Also, drink plenty of water and eat
light since they practice in the sun all morning and afternoon. Do flute players also need a piccolo for Marching Band? Yes, we recommend a
metal piccolo, resin doesn't hold up. Do you recommend the students have tutors? Absolutely, if you
need a list we will provide names. Just remember to have them tutored by
someone who specializes in their instrument. Can you smoke, eat or drink in uniform? Do you wear
anything under it? Absolutely no drinking, smoking, or eating in
uniform. Definitely use a T-shirt(band shirt) underneath and silky
tights or shorts in case you need to unbutton or loosen your uniform. May I feed or approach my child between performances? Definitely no to
both. We provide snacks as necessary. How do we know if students need to be dropped off at CCMS
or CHS?
For all football games students are dropped off and picked up at CCMS and for
all other events (i.e. festivals, parade, trips, etc.) drop off and pick-up
is from the CHS parking lot. What happens if you need to miss a show or game? The band needs and
expects a total commitment from band camp to Thanksgiving; there are no
excuses. Is there a fee of some sort for being a band member? Yes, we have a
general fund obligation. This helps defray the cost of awards dinner, band
BBQ, dances, buses to events and so on. Fundraisers will be available
if you are interested. How do I get information? Starting in August
at Band Camp, at our monthly meetings once band is in session and our
constantly updated website http:/www.cliftonmustangband.com. How can I help? When you attend our regular meetings we ask
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