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For the week of August 21st
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Students – Bring filled water jugs to practice every day.
Orders due this week for “Vox Populi” show apparel and KMEA state finals tickets (see below)
Please donate 24 cans of Pepsi product for the Lafayette Invitational
Monday is the last day to place a Spotlight Ad in our Invitational program! Get all photos
and messages to Carole Howell to include your student!
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Full Rehearsal |
3:45pm – 5:00pm |
Lafayette |
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Dr. Tim Leadership Workshop |
5:30pm – 8:30pm |
Cafeteria |
TUE |
Winds Rehearsal |
3:45pm – 6:00pm |
Lafayette |
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Color Guard Rehearsal |
5:30pm – 8:30pm |
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Percussion Rehearsal |
6:00pm – 8:30pm |
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Band Store Open |
5:30pm – 6:30pm |
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Deadline to Register for M2 |
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WED |
Full Rehearsal |
3:45pm – 5:45pm |
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Sharpe Resources – Band Jackets |
5:30pm |
Student Lot |
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LBA Board Meeting |
6:30pm |
Library |
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Show Shirts Pre-Orders Due |
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THU |
Winds & Percussion Rehearsal |
3:45pm – 6:00pm |
Lafayette |
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Color Guard Rehearsal |
5:30pm – 8:30pm |
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FRI |
Full Rehearsal |
3:45pm – 6:15pm |
Lafayette |
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KMEA State Finals Ticket Orders Due |
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Director’s Reminders |
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Conflicts with the rehearsal schedule need to be reported to Mr. Smith in advance. Homework and work schedules are not approved absences. ALL rehearsals are required attendance. Calendar is on the website at www.lafayetteband.org. Any questions, contact Mr. Smith at chuck.smith@fayette.kyschools. |
Return Discount Cards and Money |
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The Discount Card fundraiser is drawing to a close. Thank you to all for going above and beyond in selling and returning the money on time, but now…. ALL MONEY & UNSOLD CARDS NEED TO BE RETURNED. If you would like to sell more, just let us know and we will keep you stocked. Please turn in your money and cards when you pick up your band student! · Wednesday, August 24 at 5:45pm · Thursday, August 25 at 6:00pm Thanks so much for a great start to the fundraisers! |
Dr. Tim Leadership Workshop |
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All students are strongly encouraged to participate in this great opportunity! Monday, August 22 at 5:30pm-8:30pm in the Cafeteria of Lafayette High School |
Band Store Update |
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Due to the Dr. Tim workshop on Monday evening, the band store will be open on Tuesday, August 23 from 5:30-6:30pm. Please be sure to stop by and drop off your show shirt orders with payment. The last day to place an order will be Wednesday, August 24! This is your one and only chance to order a show shirt in the sizes you want. The band store will only have a few and limited options available for purchase, so in order to ensure that you get the size and style you want, please get your orders in this week! |
Band Jackets and Crew Jackets |
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Sharpe Resources will be in the student parking lot on Wednesday, August 24 at 5:30pm to take band jacket orders. They will have sample jackets and encourage all students to try-on jackets to determine best size. All questions should be directed to Linda Sharpe at linda@sharperesources.com or 859-881-3012. |
M2 Registration is Open Online |
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M2 private lesson program is open online at www.lafayetteband.org Click here to register. (The deadline is August 23rd) |
Field Trip Permission Form |
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All members of the marching band need to complete and return our field trip permission form. Remember that a parent or guardian must sign the form. The forms should be returned to Mr. Bishop. |
“Vox Populi” Show Shirts and Sweatshirts |
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We are taking pre-orders for the “Vox Populi” show shirts and sweatshirts. The order form is available by clicking here. The pre-order option will allow you to select your preferred styles and sizes. A limited number of shirts will be available for purchase at the band store. Short sleeve “Vox Populi” show shirts are available for $18/$21. Long sleeve shirts are available for $22/$25. This year we will have crewneck sweatshirts for $30/$33 and hooded sweatshirts for $36/$39. All items are available in sizes Small to 4XL. Please return the order form and payment to the band store on Tuesday, August 23. Or mail the order form and payment (checks payable to “LBA”) to: If you have any questions, please contact Stacey Haymes at 859-552-6108 or haymes@twc.com. |
KMEA State Finals Ticket Order |
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The band is purchasing general seating tickets for semi-finals and reserved block seating for the KMEA State Finals Competition. If you would like to order your tickets with LBA, download and print the form and send payment in by August 26. Checks payable to “LBA.” Turn in order forms to Brenda Boggs on the following date/time:
Mail forms to: |
Lafayette Band Invitational – Spotlight Ads |
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The Lafayette Band will be hosting an Invitational Band Contest on Saturday, September 17. Eleven local and regional bands will be performing and it will be an incredible event! Ads are currently being sold for the invitational program, so if you know of or have a business and would like to place an advertisement, please contact Carole Howell for details. The Invitational Program will include “Spotlight Ads”. If you have not seen a “Spotlight” form for the Lafayette Band Invitational program, contact Carole Howell or go to the Invitational link on our website. This is an easy way to support, recognize, and encourage your student for all of their hard work! Forms are due this week. Monday is the last day to place a Spotlight Ad in our Invitational program! Get all photos and messages to Carole Howell to include your student! Let’s show everybody how proud we are of our band and students! |
Lafayette Band Invitational – Donations Needed |
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Please keep bringing canned Pepsi products to the Bingo Hall to sell at the Invitational. The Food Crew needs to borrow a second grill for the Invitational. Contact Jim or Jane DeRossett if you have a grill available. We will be operating a concessions stand and selling soft drinks in the stands during the Lafayette Band Invitational on September 17. We are asking each family to donate a 24-case of canned Pepsi Products (yes – it must be a Pepsi product). Due to limited storage space at school, please deliver your soda cans to the Bingo Hall on a Tuesday or Thursday evening between 5:00pm – 9:30pm. |
Family Payments Agreements to be Fulfilled by August 31 |
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Now that the marching band season is underway, we must fulfill our financial commitments to ensure that our students experience the best year possible. Family payments cover only ½ of the annual band budget and the “standard payment schedule” should have been completed by August 15. However, due to transitional issues with the Charms database, we are extending the deadline to August 31. We need family support through payments and fundraising efforts to cover the costs of meals, show design, transportation, and musical instruction. It’s good to know: · It costs $1,000 to feed the band one meal! · It costs $1,000 to clean the uniforms after a hot competition day! Family payments for 2016-2017 are $1,100 and you will save $150 if you complete your agreement by August 31. After August 31, there is an additional late payment for the “deferred payment schedule,” per the payment agreement. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Mr. Smith at chuck.smith@fayette.kyschools.us or 859-396-3311 for a confidential payment arrangement. |
Charms Database |
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The Lafayette Band utilizes Charms, a web-based organizational software system to track student contact information, financial statements, email communication, and more. To log into Charms, go to www.charmsoffice.com. Click “Enter” on the top menu and click “Parents/Students/Members” on the dropdown list. Login using the school code “lhsband” and enter your student ID/password. If you need your student ID, please contact Liz Booth at lafayettebandaccounts@gmail.com. The student ID is assigned by Charms and is a combination of letters and numbers. If your student has an outstanding balance, you will receive a monthly financial statement. The monthly payments will be billed individually in the Fixed Payment ledger. Amounts received that are less than the billed fixed payment amount will be temporarily stored in the Miscellaneous ledger. When the amount in the Miscellaneous ledger is sufficient to pay a monthly payments, we can transfer the amount to the appropriate fixed payment. Band payments may be paid by cash, check, credit card or money order. Checks and money orders should be made payable to “LBA” (please note the student’s name) and mail to: Lafayette Band Association |
Cheese, Sausage and Candles Fundraiser Has Started! |
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Cheese, Sausage and Candles Fundraiser Started on Thursday The Lafayette Band received 35% profit on the Candleberry Candle sales and 40% profit from all items in the Celebrate catalog (cheese, sausage, candy, wrapping paper and more). Product Delivery will be October 6th, so plan ahead now for all of your Holiday needs. UK Football and Keeneland Tailgating Packing a cooler for your trip to KMEA State Finals Thanksgiving, Holiday Parties and New Years – easy appetizers or hostess gifts Candleberry Candles and other fun items are perfect for: Easy gift giving ideas – make your holiday gift list now Office or party gift exchanges The UK fan – “Light 1 for the Cats” (item 24) A little something special for your home to welcome fall First Week Incentive: · Remember to sell to the Lafayette Teachers · Last day to turn in orders will be Monday, September 12th – Parent Meeting · We ask that each student sell at least 15 items · “In Lieu Of” Payment Option =$50.00 Any questions please contact: |
Kroger Card Community Rewards Program Re-enrollment |
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Thank you for supporting the Lafayette Band through the Kroger Community Rewards program. All supporters must re-enroll by the August 31 deadline or Kroger will drop you from the rewards program. If you are currently a supporter through this program, you should receive an email reminder from Kroger with a link to re-enroll. To re-enroll or begin to enroll in Kroger Community Rewards, follow these steps: · Go to www.kroger.com/communityrewards · Click the orange button on the left side to sign in to your account or create an account · Click on the “Community” tab at the top and then “Community Rewards” · Find Organization (search by keyword or NPO number 10043) · Select Your Organization – click on the button for Lafayette High School Band · Click the “Enroll” button to complete the enrollment process If you need additional help with re-enrolling, please call 1-800-krogers, Option #3. If you have not been a part of the Rewards Program to help support the band, you can create an account and enroll your Kroger plus card. Click on the link above and register your card by entering the Lafayette Band NPO number 10043. This is an easy fundraiser so please register your Kroger Rewards Card and re-enroll in the program. Remember to use your rewards card to purchase gasoline and gift cards. If you have any questions, contact Carole Howell at cehowe2@gmail.com. |
Gattitown After the Home Football Games |
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The Lafayette Band will be heading to Gattitown after the home football games on Friday nights for pizza, salad, cinna-sticks and drink buffet. Costs are: Students $5 plus tax and Parents $7 plus tax. A video of the halftime performance will be displayed on the huge video screens. The dates are September 2, September 23, September 30, and October 14. |
“Remind” System to Communicate Information |
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The Lafayette Band utilizes the “Remind” system to communicate important information to students and families. The students have been encouraged to join the appropriate “remind” groups to receive updates, schedule changes, and reminders from the band directors. Families are welcome to join. Text the following codes to 859-519-8446: |
Chaperone Crew Update |
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MEDICAL FORMS CONTINUE TO USE WATER JUGS COLOR GUARD PRACTICE CHAPERONES NEEDED You must be a FCPS approved volunteer and be a member of the LBA in order to volunteer. If you are interested or want more information, contact Frankie Stivers (frankiestivers@elderlawlexington.com) |
Tentative Fall Band Schedule |
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All Volunteers |
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Fayette County Public Schools requires a background check for anyone who volunteers in or with the schools. Please submit to a new background check or verify the date on your current background check by clicking on this link. Please complete the background check prior to the start of band camp. This must be completed in order to volunteer in any capacity with the band (e.g., serve meal at band camp, field crew, uniform crew, etc.). Contact Brenda Boggs at bsbboggs@yahoo.com with any questions. |
Links to General Information |
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Click Here for Contacts |
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LBA Meeting Schedule |
Instructions to Set up a Twitter Account |
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Download the Lafayette Band Handbook. |
REMIND: 859-519-8446. @lafayetteb, @lhswinds, @62d72, @lhsconcer |
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Update FCPS Background Check |
Kroger Card Registration Instructions |
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Lafayette High School Band
401 Reed Lane
Lexington, KY 40503