• Be on time to all rehearsals and performances.  Early is on time - On time is late.
• Upon entering the rehearsal setting, get your needed equipment, and go directly to your seat.
• When the director or staff member steps on the podium or asks for you attention, all talking should cease.
• Come to the rehearsal with a good attitude.
• There should be no excess playing (noodling around on the instrument) only good, solid material.
• Make a real effort to improve on a daily basis, and establish a good practice routine.
• At the end of the rehearsal, put away all materials in their proper place.
• Maintain a strong academic standing in all course work.
• Become responsible for and assume responsibility for your own actions.  Admit when you are wrong.
• Have proper respect for yourself and those in authority.
• Read and play music with insight - have musical expectations.

The Importance of Attitude

The greatest single factor that will determine the success of any individual or organization is attitude. The kind of person you are is an individual choice, and how you feel about something is one of the few actual independent choices you have in life.  It takes intense dedication to reach goals.  Students should learn to discipline themselves to practice fundamentals daily.  The right attitude must be present along with sincerity, concentration, and dedication as the basic foundations.  Such an attitude makes an artistic performance inevitable and is the difference between a successful organization and a mediocre group.  The band does a lot for you...Do the same for the band!

The importance of Discipline

Because of the nature of the organization, band discipline must be strict!  Band students and parents must believe in the ideals, principles, and philosophy of the organization.  Each member must always be aware of good behavior and think for him- or herself.  Any misconduct casts a bad light on not only the single person, but the school, community, and band program.  Any member who discredits the organization by his or her conduct or actions in band, in another class, or on a trip shall be subject to dismissal from the program or may lose privilage(s) within the program.  This may include the chance to go on trips or participate in certain performances.  This decision will be at the director's discretion.