Attendance Policy
 

Absent students will be replaced temporarily whenever possible in order for the group to have a successful rehearsal.  If there are problems with tardiness, leaving early, or unexcused absence from a rehearsal, appropriate consequences regarding performance opportunities will be enforced by the directors.

UNEXCUSED ABSENCE: Unexcused absence from a performance is unacceptable and results in automatic dismissal from the marching band.  Unexcused absence fro a rehearsal will result in removal from the next performance on the first offense.  A second unexcused absence from rehearsal will result in automatic dismissal from the marching band.  Absences, tardiness or leaving early because of work or homework are not excused.

LEGITIMATE EXCUSES:  Legitimate excuses for rehearsal absences are illness, accident/emergency, family vacation, serious illness/death in the family, and doctor’s appointments.  If possible, contact the band office (439-3511) to leave a message prior to an absence from a rehearsal or performance.  A request to be excused from a future event must be turned in at least two weeks prior to the date and will be considered by the director, pending the legitimacy of the case presented.

OTHER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES AND CLUB MEETINGS:  You may attend other school activities twice a month, but you must report to band rehearsal by 3:30 PM.  Bring a note signed by the activity sponsor.

ASK: If you are not sure or have a request, problem, or question, ask one of the directors before the event occurs.