Band Camp
Held this year at the Bellefonte High School !

"Band Camp" that dreaded word. Band Camp is a fun week with a lot of hard work that in the end will show the community how great we really are.

Band Camp Facts

•  You must arrive in time to have yourself pulled together. This means YOU must have your EQUIPMENT and BODY at the field before the 8:00 AM starting time.

•  PROPER FOOTWEAR is a must. Wear shoes that offer support. Poor footwear is the cause of nearly all of the foot, ankle and knee injuries. Sandals are not acceptable for marching. Wrap any weak knees and ankles. Be kind to your feet both Mr.& Mrs. Z will thank you along with your own body.

•  Bring plenty of water or sport drinks to replenish body fluids. Stay away from sodas or sweet drinks because they tend to make you more thirsty. 

•  Each student is responsible to transport their own equipment to the field each day.

•  Guard members should use equipment bags and take proper care of equipment and uniforms.            Roll your silks! Do not drag your bag!

• Please pack your lunch each day. It is strongly recommended that you do not leave the school property over lunch. We will not allow you to drive someplace for lunch with friends. Your safety is our number one concern.

•  Get plenty of rest each night so that you are refreshed both physically and mentally and ready to learn.

•  Participating in the seniors daily camp themes are a great way to keep camp exciting.

•  Pay attention to the weather. Wear sunscreen and bring appropriate rain gear as needed. We march rain or shine.

•  School dress code is in effect during this week. As always Appropriate dress is required.

• All Bellefonte Area School District Student Polices concerning your behavior and the use of alcoholic beverages and drugs are in effect al all times. Students violating these long-established polices will be referred immediately to administration for the appropriate disciplinary action.

• Students must treat chaperones and staff with respect al all times.

• Seniors are reminded of the expectations for any planned "activities". We do not want to create an adversarial relationship with the administration or community because students act in an inappropriate manner.

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Things to Bring to Camp

•  Equipment: Instruments, Riffles, Batons, Sabers etc.

•  Music, Flip Folders, Lyres, Pencils and drill charts

•  Extra Reeds, Oil and grease.

•  Hats, Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Lip Balms, Dry Socks, Leg/ankle wraps.

•  Food, Snacks, Lunch and Drinks.

•  A friendly- positive- upbeat- willing to work attitude.

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We Start At 8:00!  This does not mean you show up at 8:00.

Schedule

 It is possible that  a full practice will be called on Thursday evening to master the drill dependent
upon the students progress and or weather issues during the week.

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