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Latest Update (May 8th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Midway Band and Parents!
The annual band banquet is this Saturday, May 15th in Panther Stadium. Family and friends are welcome to attend and celebrate with us. Tickets for the event must be purchased by Wednesday, May 15th: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2020-21-midway-band-banquet-tickets-152292893143 Our meal will be catered by Rosa’s and the banquet/awards will begin around 7pm.
Pictures needed! Please submit photos from this year (of the band and its members) to Mr. Colin Witt (witt@mac.com) who is helping put together our band video yearbook for the banquet. We would like to highlight as many students as possible on our special night. The more pictures the better!
The Texas State Solo and Ensemble competition will be a virtual event this year. We will hold a State Solo and Ensemble recital on May 11th in the HS Theatre. This recital will be video taped for submission to the state contest. We would recommend that all students use this opportunity to perform in a well designed acoustical facility for their state submission. This will not be a formal concert will be opened to friends and families of our performers.
Parents, please vote for our incoming Band Backer board members. It will only take a second to do and is an important step in the process. Click here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/L76Y6YD
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Tuesday - TSSEC Recital in HS Theatre Wednesday - Last day to purchase banquet tickets Friday - Drumline Sectional, 2-3:30pm Symphony Orchestra rehearsal 5-7pm Symphony Orchestra Concert 7pm in MISD PAC Saturday - Band/Guard Banquet, 6:30pm in Panther Stadium
Upcoming Events
May 11 - State Solo and Ensemble Recital, HS Theatre, Times TBA May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 15 - Band Banquet, 6:30pm in Panther Stadium May 20 - HS Spring Concert, PAC, Times TBA May 21 - 2021-2022 HS audition submission due by 11:59pm
2021 Summer Band Dates:
July 12-16 - Drumline and Color Guard Camp, 8:30am-3pm @HSBH July 19-21 - Midway Leadership Team Training, 8am-4pm @HSBH July 22-23 - Freshmen & Leadership Camp, 8am-4pm @HSBH July 26-30 - Summer Band (All members), 8am-4pm @HSBH July 31 - Registration and Uniform Fitting, 8am-4pm @HSBH Aug 2-6 - Summer Band (All members), 8am-4pm @HSBH Aug 9-13 - Summer Band (All members), 6pm-9pm @HSBH August 14 - Meet the Band Concert and Performance, 7pm @ Panther Stadium
2021 Tentative Competition Dates:
October 2 - Midway Marching Preview, Typically we perform late afternoon. October 9 - US Bands Competition in Burleson, All Day Event October 16 - UIL Region Marching Contest, Typically we perform late afternoon. October 23 - UIL Area Marching Contest, All Day Event November 8-9 - UIL State Marching Contest
Update (May 2nd from Mrs. Hyatt) Midway Band and Parents!
Congratulations to all of the bands for outstanding performances for their UIL Contest recording! I am so glad we were able to share live music with your throughout this process! Results from the contest will be released late this week or the week of May 10th. All bands are now working on some exciting music for our families to enjoy for our final concert on May 20th. Please stay tuned for more details about performance times!
This week was the deadline for leadership applications. The directors have been looking through all of our applications this weekend and have found it very difficult to narrow down our leaders for next year. We have such amazing students and to select a team has been toilsome! As much as we would like to pick everyone who applied, we ultimately had to pick a team to manage the size of the section they are leading. Completion of the application in a timely manner in addition to teacher and student recommendations ultimately helped us pick the team. You will find the list for the 2021-2022 Leadership Team HERE. Congratulations to all of our fine applicants and to our selected leaders!
EXCITING NEWS! We will have a band banquet this year on Saturday, May 15th at 6:30pm in Panther Stadium!The Band Banquet is the celebration of our fabulous students and their accomplishments throughout this school year. Tickets are $12 (which covers a box meal). Seniors do not need a ticket but will need to RSVP to Sarah Moss (sarah.guhl@midwayisd.org) by May 10th. Click here to purchase tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2020-21-midway-band-banquet-tickets-152292893143
Pictures needed! Please submit photos from this year (of the band and its members) to Mr. Colin Witt (witt@mac.com) who is helping put together our band video yearbook for the banquet. We would like to highlight as many students as possible on our special night. The more pictures the better!
The Texas State Solo and Ensemble competition will be a virtual event this year. We will hold a State Solo and Ensemble recital on May 11th in the HS Theatre. This recital will be video taped for submission to the state contest. We would recommend that all students use this opportunity to perform in a well designed acoustical facility for their state submission. If a student(s) would like to record on their own that can also be accommodated. They will need to speak to Mrs. Hyatt about the requirements for their submission to UIL.
Use AmazonSmile (free) when you purchase on Amazon. Go to smile.amazon.com and choose the Midway Band Backers as your charity. Each eligible purchase made on Amazon will generate a donation to our amazing Band Backer organization.
2021-2022 Parent Involvement Opportunites The Band Backers are looking for some members to join their for the 2021-2022 school year. The Band Backers are the parent organization that works with the band and band directors to support our amazing students! We could not reach the level of excellence we strive to be without them! The open positions for the upcoming school year are: VP at Large- Oversee the scholarship program, assist the president as needed.
VP of Fundraising- Promote and oversee fundraising opportunities.
May 11 - State Solo and Ensemble Recital, HS Theatre, Times TBA May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 15 - Band Banquet, 6:30pm in Panther Stadium May 20 - HS Spring Concert, PAC, Times TBA May 21 - 2021-2022 HS audition submission due by 11:59pm
2021 Summer Band Dates:
July 12-16 - Drumline and Color Guard Camp, 8:30am-3pm @HSBH July 19-21 - Midway Leadership Team Training, 8am-4pm @HSBH July 22-23 - Freshmen & Leadership Camp, 8am-4pm @HSBH July 26-30 - Summer Band (All members), 8am-4pm @HSBH July 31 - Registration and Uniform Fitting, 8am-4pm @HSBH Aug 2-6 - Summer Band (All members), 8am-4pm @HSBH Aug 9-13 - Summer Band (All members), 6pm-9pm @HSBH August 14 - Meet the Band Concert and Performance, 7pm @ Panther Stadium
2021 Tentative Competition Dates:
October 2 - Midway Marching Preview, Typically we perform late afternoon. October 9 - US Bands Competition in Burleson, All Day Event October 16 - UIL Region Marching Contest, Typically we perform late afternoon. October 23 - UIL Area Marching Contest, All Day Event November 8-9 - UIL State Marching Contest
Update (April 24th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Midway Band and Parents!
This week, the Wind Ensemble will record for their UIL concert in the High School Theater. Their recording slot will be from 7-9 pm and family is encouraged to attend. We ask that the fan club you bring for your student be able to sit quietly for the duration of our performance. Our most exciting and intense piece will be 30 minutes long with many quiet and tender moments. It is important that we get an uninterrupted recording that can capture the immense amount of work we have put into this masterpiece.
Recording of this concert and the sight reading process is strictly prohibited and would result in disqualification. We will have a video camera set up in the back of the auditorium that is recording for our submission. This camera will capture the students and our audience so please be respectful of this rule and the federal copyright laws which prohibit this action.
ALL STUDENTS WILL NEED TO WEAR ALL BLACK ATTIRE FOR OUR UIL RECORDINGS. We will dress in “concert black” to record for UIL. It is important that we look professional and unified for these audio and video recordings. We would prefer a black button down shirt but a black polo would be acceptable. Black slacks are preferred but black jeans would be acceptable. A black dress is acceptable (no color accents, please). All students need to wear black shoes (with black socks if necessary). Please ask your band director any specific questions you may have.
EXCITING NEWS! We will have a band banquet this year. We will be celebrating our fabulous students and their accomplishments on Saturday, May 15th at 6:30pm in Panther Stadium! Please save the date in your calendar. More details to come next week!
UIL PHYSICALS will be required for the 2021 marching season for ALL members. Please begin to plan on getting this done before the first day of summer band. Here is a link to the form: https://www.uiltexas.org/files/athletics/forms/PrePhysFormRvsd1_10_20.pdf WE NEED YOUR HELP! We are currently running low on puppy pads for our brass players. All of the puppy pad donations made at the beginning of the school year has lasted until now! We would greatly appreciate your help as we do our best to remain safe until the end of the year!
The Texas State Solo and Ensemble competition will be a virtual event this year. We will hold a State Solo and Ensemble recital on May 11th in the HS Theatre. This recital will be video taped for submission to the state contest. We would recommend that all students use this opportunity to perform in a well designed acoustical facility for their state submission. If a student(s) would like to record on their own that can also be accommodated. They will need to speak to Mrs. Hyatt about the requirements for their submission to UIL.
Use AmazonSmile (free) when you purchase on Amazon. Go to smile.amazon.com and choose the Midway Band Backers as your charity. Each eligible purchase made on Amazon will generate a donation to our amazing Band Backer organization.
The Band Backers are looking for some members to join their for the 2021-2022 school year. The Band Backers are the parent organization that works with the band and band directors to support our amazing students! We could not reach the level of excellence we strive to be without them! The open positions for the upcoming school year are:
President- Oversees the Band Backer organization, run meetings, help manage budget, cosign checks, interact with other parents, liaison between Band Backer parents and directors.
VP at Large- Oversee the scholarship program, assist the president as needed.
VP of Events- Coordinate the Marching Contest and the Spring Band Banquet.
VP of Fundraising- Promote and oversee fundraising opportunities.
Committee Chair Positions: Chaperones- Coordinate chaperones for away games during football season. Make sure each bus has a supply backpack filled with essentials for each trip. Element- Work with the director of the Color Guard to support the students.
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Wind Ensemble UIL Recording 7-9 pm Tuesday - Optional Wind Ensemble recording during school (6th through 8th period) Thursday - Drumline Sectional, 4:30-6pm Friday - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) Leadership Applications Due Drum Major Auditions, 2pm
Upcoming Events
April 26 - Recording Session (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble (in HS theatre and open to family members) April 27 - Back up Recording Session for Wind Ensemble during the school day (1:30 - 3:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) Leadership Applications Due Drum Major Auditions, 2pm May 11 - State Solo and Ensemble Recital, HS Theatre, Times TBA May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 15 - Band Banquet, 6:30pm in Panther Stadium May 20 - HS Spring Concert, PAC, Times TBA May 21 - 2021-2022 HS audition submission due by 11:59pm
Update (April 17th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Midway Band and Parents! This week, the Concert Band will record for their UIL concert in the High School Theater. Their recording slot will be from 7-9 pm and family is encouraged to attend. Also on Monday night from 7-9, the Wind Ensemble will be rehearsing with special guest clinician, Dr. Eric Wilson, Director for Bands for Baylor University.
ALL STUDENTS WILL NEED TO WEAR ALL BLACK ATTIRE FOR OUR UIL RECORDINGS. We will dress in “concert black” to record for UIL. It is important that we look professional and unified for these audio and video recordings. We would prefer a black button down shirt but a black polo would be acceptable. Black slacks are preferred but black jeans would be acceptable. A black dress is acceptable (no color accents, please). All students need to wear black shoes (with black socks if necessary). Please ask your band director any specific questions you may have. The UIL recording sessions for all bands will be available for parents to watch! We encourage you to mark your calendars now to come and watch a LIVE concert by your student! The concerts will begin a little after 7pm for each group in the HS Theatre. It is imperative that our concert audience remain silent during the performances. We will be submitting these concert performances to UIL to be judged and they must be able to hear the concert and instruction period before the sight-reading performance. Please keep this in mind as you plan who will be in attendance at these concerts.
Concert Dates: April 19 - Concert Band, 7pm in HS Theatre April 26 - Wind Ensemble, 7pm in HS Theatre
Colorguard Camp and Auditions will be April 19-23rd. Meet in the HS Cafeteria in athletic gear and bring water! Training camp will be all week with the audition on Friday.
The Texas State Solo and Ensemble competition will be a virtual event this year. We will hold a State Solo and Ensemble recital on May 11th in the HS Theatre. This recital will be video taped for submission to the state contest. We would recommend that all students use this opportunity to perform in a well designed acoustical facility for their state submission. If a student(s) would like to record on their own that can also be accommodated. They will need to speak to Mrs. Hyatt about the requirements for their submission to UIL.
The Band Backers are looking for some members to join their for the 2021-2022 school year. The Band Backers are the parent organization that works with the band and band directors to support our amazing students! We could not reach the level of excellence we strive to be without them! The open positions for the upcoming school year are:
President - Oversees the Band Backer organization, run meetings, help manage budget, cosign checks, interact with other parents, liaison between Band Backer parents and directors.
VP at Large - Oversee the scholarship program, assist the president as needed.
VP of Events - Coordinate the Marching Contest and the Spring Band Banquet.
VP of Fundraising - Promote and oversee fundraising opportunities.
Committee Chair Positions:
Chaperones - Coordinate chaperones for away games during football season. Make sure each bus has a supply backpack filled with essentials for each trip. Element - Work with the director of the Color Guard to support the students.
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Concert Band UIL Recording 7-9 pm Wind Ensemble Monday Night Rehearsal 7-9 pm Colorguard Camp, HS Cafeteria, 4:30-6:30 pm Tuesday - Optional Concert Band Recording 7-9 pm (This will likely not be used unless there is a technical issue recording on Monday night) Colorguard Camp, HS Cafeteria, 4:30-6:30 pm Wednesday - Colorguard Camp, HS Cafeteria, 4:30-6:30 pm Thursday - Colorguard Camp, HS Cafeteria, 4:30-6:00 pm Friday - Colorguard Audition, HS Cafeteria, 4:30-6:30 pm Drumline Sectional, 4:30-6pm Upcoming Events April 19-23 - Colorguard Camp and Audition, 4:30-6pm April 19 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble Recording Session (7-9pm) for Concert Band (in HS theatre and open to family members) April 26 - Recording Session (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble (in HS theatre and open to family members) April 27 - Back up Recording Session for Wind Ensemble during the school day (1:30 - 3:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) Leadership Applications Due Drum Major Auditions, 2pm May 11 - State Solo and Ensemble Recital, HS Theatre, Times TBA May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 20 - HS Spring Concert, PAC, Times TBA May 21 - 2021-2022 HS audition submission due by 11:59pm
Update (April 10th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Midway Band and Parents, This week, the Symphonic Band will record for their UIL concert in the High School Theater. Their recording slot will be from 7-9 pm and family is encouraged to attend. Also on Monday night from 7-9, the Concert Band and Wind Ensemble will be rehearsing. Please be sure to attend these critical rehearsals as we prepare for each UIL contest.
The Band Backer Senior Scholarship Application is due this Thursday, April 15th by 3 pm. To be eligible for this scholarship the parent/guardian of the senior applicant is required to be a member of the Midway Band Backers as of December 31st of the current school year. Please click the following link to apply: https://forms.gle/BZUwZQKTxTjmcG1m7.
ALL STUDENTS WILL NEED TO WEAR ALL BLACK ATTIRE FOR OUR UIL RECORDINGS. We will dress in “concert black” to record for UIL. It is important that we look professional and unified for these audio and video recordings. We would prefer a black button down shirt but a black polo would be acceptable. Black slacks are preferred but black jeans would be acceptable. A black dress is acceptable (no color accents, please). All students need to wear black shoes (with black socks if necessary). Please ask your band director any specific questions you may have.
The UIL recording sessions for all bands will be available for parents to watch! We encourage you to mark your calendars now to come and watch a LIVE concert by your student! The concerts will begin a little after 7pm for each group in the HS Theatre. It is imperative that our concert audience remain silent during the performances. We will be submitting these concert performances to UIL to be judged and they must be able to hear the concert and instruction period before the sight-reading performance. Please keep this in mind as you plan who will be in attendance at these concerts.
Concert Dates:
April 12 - Symphonic Band, 7pm in HS Theatre April 19 - Concert Band, 7pm in HS Theatre April 26 - Wind Ensemble, 7pm in HS Theatre
The Band Backer Senior Scholarship Application is due this Thursday, April 15th by 3 pm. Please click the following link to apply: https://forms.gle/BZUwZQKTxTjmcG1m7.
Colorguard Camp and Auditions will be April 19-23rd. Stay tuned for more details! Please spread the word to friends who want to be a part of our family!
Texas State Solo and Ensemble competition will be a virtual event this year. More details will be provided in the coming weeks!
Wind Ensemble sectionals THIS WEEK!
Tuesday 7:30-8:15am - Trumpets
Wednesday 7:30-8:15am - Low Woodwinds
Thursday 7:30-8:15am - Flutes, Clarinets, Oboes
Thursday 4:15-5:00pm - Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba
2021-2022 Parent Involvement Opportunities
The Band Backers are looking for some members to join their for the 2021-2022 school year. The Band Backers are the parent organization that works with the band and band directors to support our amazing students! We could not reach the level of excellence we strive to be without them! The open positions for the upcoming school year are:
President - Oversees the Band Backer organization, run meetings, help manage budget, cosign checks, interact with other parents, liaison between Band Backer parents and directors. VP at Large - Oversee the scholarship program, assist the president as needed.
VP of Events - Coordinate the Marching Contest and the Spring Band Banquet. VP of Fundraising - Promote and oversee fundraising opportunities
Committee Chair Positions:
Chaperones - Coordinate chaperones for away games during football season. Make sure each bus has a supply backpack filled with essentials for each trip.
Element - Work with the director of the Color Guard to support the students.
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Symphonic Band UIL Recording 7-9 pm Wind Ensemble and Concert Band Monday Night Rehearsal 7-9 pm Tuesday - Optional Symphonic Band Recording 7-9 pm (This will likely not be used unless there is a technical issue recording on Monday night) Upcoming Events
April 12 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Concert Band and Wind Ensemble Recording Session (7-9pm) for Symphonic Band (in HS theatre and open to family members) April 19-23 - Colorguard Camp and Audition, 4:30-6pm April 19 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble Recording Session (7-9pm) for Concert Band(in HS theatre and open to family members) April 23 - Leadership Applications Due April 26 - Recording Session (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble(in HS theatre and open to family members) April 27 - Back up Recording Session for Wind Ensemble during the school day (1:30 - 3:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) Drum Major Auditions, 2pm May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (April 2nd from Mrs. Hyatt)
Midway Band - Week 30
Monday Night Rehearsals, 7-9pm will be Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble this week. Please be sure to attend these critical rehearsals as we prepare for our UIL contest.
ALL STUDENTS WILL NEED TO WEAR ALL BLACK ATTIRE FOR OUR UIL RECORDINGS. We will dress in “concert black” to record for UIL. It is important that we look professional and unified for these audio and video recordings. We would prefer a black button down shirt but a black polo would be acceptable. Black slacks are preferred but black jeans would be acceptable. A black dress is acceptable (no color accents, please). All students need to wear black shoes (with black socks if necessary). Please ask your band director any specific questions you may have
The UIL recording sessions for all bands will be available for parents to watch! We encourage you to mark your calendars now to come and watch a LIVE concert by your student! The concerts will begin a little after 7pm for each group in the HS Theatre. It is imperative that our concert audience remain silent during the performances. We will be submitting these concert performances to UIL to be judged and they must be able to hear the concert and instruction period before the sight-reading performance. Please keep this in mind as you plan who will be in attendance at these concerts.
Concert Dates:
April 12 - Symphonic Band, 7pm in HS Theatre April 19 - Concert Band, 7pm in HS Theatre April 26 - Wind Ensemble, 7pm in HS Theatre
Band Backer Senior Scholarship Application is now available. To be eligible for this scholarship the parent/guardian of the senior applicant is required to be a member of the Midway Band Backers as of December 31st of the current school year. The Band Backer Scholarship deadline is April 15th by 3pm. Please click the following link to apply: https://forms.gle/BZUwZQKTxTjmcG1m7
Colorguard Camp and Auditions will be April 19-23rd. Stay tuned for more details! Please spread the word to friends who want to be a part of our family!
Texas State Solo and Ensemble competition will be a virtual event this year. More details will be provided in the coming weeks!
Wind Ensemble sectionals THIS WEEK!
Tuesday 7:30-8:15am - Trumpets
Wednesday 7:30-8:15am - Low Woodwinds
Thursday 7:30-8:15am - Flutes, Clarinets, Oboes
Thursday 4:15-5:00pm - Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble Friday - Early Release (1:45pm); Drumline sectional at 2pm
Upcoming Events
April 5 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble April 9 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 12 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Concert Band and Wind Ensemble Recording Session (7-9pm) for Symphonic Band (in HS theatre and open to family members) April 19-23 - Colorguard Camp and Audition, 4:30-6pm April 19 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble Recording Session (7-9pm) for Concert Band (in HS theatre and open to family members) April 23 - Leadership Applications Due April 26 - Recording Session (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble (in HS theatre and open to family members) April 27 - Back up Recording Session for Wind Ensemble during the school day (1:30 - 3:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) Drum Major Auditions, 2pm May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (March 28th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Midway Band and Parents!
I hope this email finds you enjoying a wonderful weekend. We have had another successful weekend with the Midway Winterguard! This weekend they competed at Lake Ridge High School for their final contest. We are so proud of them for their hard work and dedication this season. They have continued to pursue excellence throughout the challenges of this season. A special thank you to Gabby Bouydston, Amanda Grace Whitehead, Veronica Holdman and Emma Duzick for volunteering for floor crew this weekend! Please join us on Thursday, April 1st, in the HS cafeteria to see the Winterguard’s final performance of their show LOVE. The performance begins at 7:30pm.
Monday Night Rehearsals begin tomorrow, 7-9pm. This week the Symphonic Band will meet in the band hall, the Concert Band will meet in the orchestra room, select groups of students will meet from the Wind Ensemble in the LER. A detailed list of Wind Ensemble sectionals was announced in class and emailed to the students on Friday afternoon.
ALL STUDENTS WILL NEED TO WEAR ALL BLACK ATTIRE FOR OUR UIL RECORDINGS. We will dress in “concert black” to record for UIL. It is important that we look professional and unified for these audio and video recordings. We would prefer a black button down shirt but a black polo would be acceptable. Black slacks are preferred but black jeans would be acceptable. A black dress is acceptable (no color accents, please). All students need to wear black shoes (with black socks if necessary). Please ask your band director any specific questions you may have.
Good news! The UIL recording sessions for all bands will be available for parents to watch! We encourage you to mark your calendars now to come and watch a LIVE concert by your student! The concerts will begin a little after 7pm for each group in the HS Theatre. It is imperative that our concert audience remain silent during the performances. We will be submitting these concert performances to UIL to be judged and they must be able to hear the concert and instruction period before the sight-reading performance. Please keep this in mind as you plan who will be in attendance at these concerts.
Concert Dates: April 12 - Symphonic Band April 19 - Concert Band April 26 - Wind Ensemble
Band Backer Senior Scholarship Application is now available. To be eligible for this scholarship the parent/guardian of the senior applicant is required to be a member of the Midway Band Backers as of December 31st of the current school year. The Band Backer Scholarship deadline is April 15th by 3pm. Please click the following link to apply: https://forms.gle/BZUwZQKTxTjmcG1m7
Colorguard Camp and Auditions will be April 19-23rd. Stay tuned for more details! Please spread the word to friends who want to be a part of our family!
Wind Ensemble sectionals THIS WEEK!
Tuesday 7:30-8:15am - Trumpets
Wednesday 7:30-8:15am - Low Woodwinds
Thursday 7:30-8:15am - Flutes, Clarinets, Oboes
Thursday 4:15-5:00pm - Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Concert and Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble sectional only Thursday - Winterguard Performance, 7:30pm @MHS Cafeteria; Drumline Sectional 4:30-5:30pm Friday - School Holiday
Upcoming Events March 29 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Concert and Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble sectional only (details TBA) March 31 - Drumline Sectional, 4:30-5:30pm April 1 - Winterguard performance, 7pm in HS Cafeteria April 2 - School Holiday April 5 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble April 9 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 12 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Concert Band and Wind Ensemble Recording Session (7-9pm) for Symphonic Band (in HS theatre and open to family members) April 13 - Back up Recording Session (7-9pm) for Symphonic Band April 19-23 - Colorguard Camp and Audition, 4:30-6pm April 19 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble Recording Session (7-9pm) for Concert Band (in HS theatre and open to family members) April 20 - Back up Recording Session (7-9pm) for Concert Band April 23 - Leadership Applications Due April 26 - Recording Session (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble (in HS theatre and open to family members) April 27 - Back up Recording Session (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) Drum Major Auditions, 2pm May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (March 21st from Mrs. Hyatt)
Midway Band and Parents!
We have had a very successful weekend for the Midway Band and Guard! This weekend band members participated in the UIL solo and ensemble contest and the Guard competed in the Waxahachie Winterguard contest.
The Winterguard had one of their best performances yet! They have grown so much this season and we can’t wait to see them at their final performance next weekend! We are looking for 7 people to help this weekend at their contest. I will provide breakfast and lunch for anyone who will volunteer. We will leave around 8:45am and return around 2:30pm. We could really use your help and support for this fantastic team! Please email Mrs. Hyatt (pam.hyatt@midwayisd.org) if you are interested!
Congratulations to all the band students who performed in the UIL Solo and Ensemble contest. We are so proud of you and your dedication to music!
Performances that earned an Excellence Rating: Oliver Hanchey Saxophone Quartet: Nick Collins, Grace Collinsworth, Canon Kelly, Elias Robles Performances that earned a Superior Rating: Kiersten Benson Jeffrey Clendennen Sam Espen Chris Harris Daniel Heckenlively Jackson Lucas Paiton Michalewicz Brady Parker Topher Perkins Andrew Richards Felicia Shelton Sam Snipes Brazos Tankersley Darius Vinson Eliana White Ashley Witt Clarinet Quartet: Ashli Ballard, Joaquin Lugo, CJ Martin, Crystin Tinney Percussion Ensemble: Jackson Armstrong, Jackson Lucas, Andrea Mar, Alister White Percussion Ensemble: Dylan Hatcher, Ben Heston, Felicia Shelton, Ashley Witt
We wish these students good luck at the State Solo and Ensemble Contest in May: Jeffrey Clendennen Daniel Heckenlively Brady Parker Topher Perkins Andrew Richards Felicia Shelton Sam Snipes AJ Watson Eliana White Ashley Witt Clarinet Quartet: Ashli Ballard, Joaquin Lugo, CJ Martin, Crystin Tinney Percussion Ensemble: Cole Baldwin, Brendan Cady, Jonathan Granger, Brayden McDonald, Oleg Pittman, Jarius Pullen, Andrew Richards, Brazos Tankersley, Trey Tellez, Sherlaija Turner Percussion Ensemble: Dylan Hatcher, Ben Heston, Felicia Shelton, Ashley Witt
Band Backer Senior Scholarship Application is now available. To be eligible for this scholarship the parent/guardian of the senior applicant is required to be a member of the Midway Band Backers as of December 31st of the current school year. The Band Backer Scholarship deadline is April 15th by 3pm. Please click the following link to apply: https://forms.gle/BZUwZQKTxTjmcG1m7
Winterguard rehearsals will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8pm in the HS cafeteria.
Winterguard will have a special performance for family and friends on April 1st at 7pm in the cafeteria. Come see a fantastic show from this talented team.
Colorguard Camp and Auditions will be April 19-23rd. Stay tuned for more details! Please spread the word to friends who want to be a part of our family!
Drumline sectionals are every Thursday after school from 4:30-5:30pm until the auditions on Friday, March 26th.
Symphony Orchestra rehearsals have been cancelled. We will be working on a new piece with a select group that will record and rehearse during 1st period.
Monday Night Rehearsals begin next Monday. Please refer to the schedule in the Upcoming Events section below.
Wind Ensemble sectionals THIS WEEK!
Tuesday 7:30-8:15am - Trumpets
Tuesday 4:15-5:00pm - Horns and Alto Saxes
Wednesday 7:30-8:15am - Low Woodwinds
Thursday 7:30-8:15am - Flutes, Clarinets, Oboes
Thursday 4:15-5:00pm - Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba
Here are the events for this week: Monday - No Tchaikovsky Rehearsal Tuesday - Winterguard rehearsal 6-8pm Thursday - Winterguard rehearsal 6-8pm; Drumline Sectional 4:30-5:30pm Friday - Drumline Auditions 4:15pm Saturday - Winterguard In-Person Competition @Lake Ridge, 11:40am performance (need 7 volunteers)
Upcoming Events March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 20 - UIL Solo and Ensemble @MHS Winterguard In-Person Competition @Waxahachie (2:25 performance) March 26 - Drumline Auditions @MHS March 27 - Winterguard In-Person Competition @Lake Ridge (11:40am performance) March 29 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Concert and Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble sectional only (details TBA) March 31 - Drumline Sectional, 4:30-5:30pm April 1 - Winterguard performance, 7pm in HS Cafeteria April 5 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble April 9 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 12 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Concert Band and Wind Ensemble Recording Session (7-9pm) for Symphonic Band (in HS theatre and open to family members) April 13 - Back up Recording Session (7-9pm) for Symphonic Band April 19-23 - Colorguard Camp and Audition, 4:30-6pm April 19 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble Recording Session (7-9pm) for Concert Band(in HS theatre and open to family members) April 20 - Back up Recording Session (7-9pm) for Concert Band April 23 - Leadership Applications Due April 26 - Recording Session (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble(in HS theatre and open to family members) April 27 - Back up Recording Session (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) Drum Major Auditions, 2pm May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Latest Update (March 14th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Midway Band and Parents! I hope that everyone is having a restful and memorable spring break! I am looking forward to beginning the second half of the spring semester with our band family!
The directors have been working on a plan to get our students ready for the virtual UIL Concert and Sight-reading contest that will take place in late April. Our students are creating incredible music and we are doing our best to make each band’s recording session for the UIL contest a concert event for our parents to enjoy.
Typically we have four Monday night rehearsals before we attend the UIL Concert and Sight-reading contest. This year we are needing to get a little creative with that tradition since we only have two rehearsal spaces big enough for our three bands. As you look at the schedule below it will be important to know who is leading your child’s ensemble. (Concert Band is taught by Mrs. Moss, Symphonic band is taught by Mr. Moss, and Wind Ensemble is taught by Mrs. Hyatt.)
March 29 (7-9pm) Wind Ensemble Sectionals in the LER (details TBA) Concert Band in the Orchestra Room Symphonic Band in the Band hall April 5 (7-9pm) Wind Ensemble in the Orchestra Room Symphonic Band in the Band hall April 12 (7-9pm) Wind Ensemble in the Band hall Concert Band in the Orchestra Room Symphonic Band UIL Recording date (location TBA) *April 13 (7-9pm)* Possible extra Symphonic Band UIL recording date April 19 (7-9pm) Wind Ensemble in the Band hall Concert BandUIL Recording date (location TBA) *April 20 (7-9pm)* Possible extra Concert Band UIL recording date
April 26 (7-9pm) Wind EnsembleUIL Recording date (location TBA)
*April 27 (7-9pm)* Possible extra Wind Ensemble UIL recording date
*Possible extra recording dates will only be necessary in an emergent situation. We are confident that our ensembles will not need these additional dates but we always want to have a back up plan prepared.
I need to make a correction from my previous announcement of the UIL State Qualifying Percussion Ensemble. Congratulations to Cole Baldwin, Brendan Cady, Jonathan Granger, Brayden McDonald, Oleg Pittman, Jarius Pullen, Andrew Richards, Brazos Tankersley, Trey Tellez, and Sherlaija Turner. A HUGE congratulations to the Winterguard who competed in their first virtual contest on March 6th. Our team placed fourth in the competition. We are so very proud of them and all of their hard work this year! Good luck at the Waxahachie competition this weekend!
The Symphony Orchestra woodwinds and horns will have a sectional on Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 tomorrow afternoon from 4:30-6:30pm. The plan is to record the woodwinds and horns on Monday afternoon (4:30-6:30pm) on March 22nd and 29th. I would like to finish this project before April. Please stay tuned for updates. Brass and percussion will record during 1st or 8th period over the next few weeks.
Important updates:
Leadership Applications for the 2021-2022 school year are now available. Please scan the QR code posted around the band hall if you wish to apply. Here is a direct link to the application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetvAXjSw5m9PJ8O9qswuc3TB-JmbA8sqbMFOkO2j5prdIs9Q/viewform?usp=sf_link
Students participating in UIL Solo and Ensemble contest may stay after school for help with a director. We are happy to help in any way we can to ensure that our students can be successful at this event. If you are playing a solo that requires an accompanist, please check the accompanist list we have posted on the office window. The contest is THIS Saturday, March 20th at Midway HS. Please see the attached schedule for details.
Winterguard rehearsals will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8pm in the HS cafeteria. Special rehearsal (virtual recording for contest) on Monday, March 1st. You will need your costume and make up.
Drumline sectionals are every Thursday after school from 4:30-5:30pm until the auditions on Friday, March 26th.
Symphony Orchestra woodwinds and horns will rehearsal and record for Symphony No. 5 by Tchaikovsky on Mondays from 4:30-6:30pm.
Wind Ensemble sectionals begin THIS WEEK!
Tuesday 7:30-8:15am - Trumpets
Tuesday 4:15-5:00pm - Horns and Alto Saxes
Wednesday 7:30-8:15am - Low Woodwinds
Thursday 7:30-8:15am - Flutes, Clarinets, Oboes
Thursday 4:15-5:00pm - Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Tchaikovsky Rehearsal for woodwinds and horns, 4:30-6:30pm Tuesday - Winterguard rehearsal 6-8pm Thursday - Winterguard rehearsal 6-8pm; Drumline Sectional 4:30-5:30pm Friday - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) Saturday - UIL Solo and Ensemble at MHS (see attached schedule) Winterguard In-Person Competition @Waxahachie, 2:25 performance
Upcoming Events
March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 20 - UIL Solo and Ensemble @MHS Winterguard In-Person Competition @Waxahachie (2:25 performance) March 27 - Winterguard In-Person Competition @Lake Ridge March 29 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Concert and Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble sectional only (details TBA) April 5 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble April 9 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 12 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Concert Band and Wind Ensemble Recording Session (7-9pm) for Symphonic Band April 13 - Back up Recording Session (7-9pm) for Symphonic Band April 19 - Monday Night Rehearsal (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble Recording Session (7-9pm) for Concert Band April 20 - Back up Recording Session (7-9pm) for Concert Band April 23 - Leadership Applications Due April 26 - Recording Session (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble April 27 - Back up Recording Session (7-9pm) for Wind Ensemble April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) Drum Major Auditions, 2pm May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (February 27th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Midway Band and Parents!
We have had a wonderful week creating music during classes. It was so nice to be back together and seeing all of our wonderful students.
We have also had a very successful weekend in competition! The Winterguard had an outstanding performance at the Alvarado contest. Congratulations to the Guard and Ms. Kline! We also had two events compete in the UIL Solo and Ensemble Contest at Midway HS. Congratulations to the percussion ensemble (Dylan Hatcher, Ben Heston, Felicia Shelton, and Ashley Witt) and AJ Watson for earning a superior rating and advancing to the UIL State Solo and Ensemble Contest!
This week members of the Symphony Orchestra will begin working on Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 on Monday afternoons from 4:30-6:30pm. This week will be a full ensemble rehearsal and we will rehearse smaller groups after spring break.
Important updates:
Leadership Applications for the 2021-2022 school year are now available. Please scan the QR code posted around the band hall if you wish to apply.
Students participating in UIL Solo and Ensemble contest may stay after school for help with a director. We are happy to help in any way we can to ensure that our students can be successful at this event. If you are playing a solo that requires an accompanist, please check the accompanist list we have posted on the office window. The contest date is February 27th at Midway High School. A detailed schedule is attached to this email.
Winterguard rehearsals will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8pm in the HS cafeteria. Special rehearsal (virtual recording for contest) on Monday, March 1st. You will need your costume and make up.
Drumline sectionals are every Thursday after school from 4:30-5:30pm.
Symphony Orchestra members will begin rehearsals for Symphony No. 5 by Tchaikovsky on Mondays from 4:30-6:30pm.
Wind Ensemble sectionals will begin after spring break.
March 1 - Winterguard Rehearsal, 6-8pm Symphony Orchestra rehearsal in band hall, 4:30-6:30pm March 2 - No Winterguard Rehearsal March 6 - Winterguard Virtual Competition March 8-12 - Spring Break March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 20 - UIL Solo and Ensemble @MHS Winterguard In-Person Competition @Lake Ridge March 27 - Winterguard In-Person Competition @Waxahachie April 9 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (February 18th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Midway Band and Parents,
What a weird week this has been?! I hope that everyone is safe and warm in the Texas mess. I have truly missed my band family this week and can’t wait to see everyone again!
Important updates:
1) We will celebrate Valentine’s/Corrigan until February 26th. Please bring single serving, covid friendly, treats for your section and friends. Locker winners will receive their treats on Friday (February 26th).
2) Students participating in UIL Solo and Ensemble contest may stay after school for help with a director. We are happy to help in any way we can to ensure that our students can be successful at this event. If you are playing a solo that requires an accompanist, please check the accompanist list we have posted on the office window. The contest date is February 27th at Midway High School. A detailed schedule is attached to this email.
3) Winterguard rehearsals will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8pm in the HS cafeteria.
4) Drumline sectionals are every Thursday after school from 4:30-5:30pm.
5) Symphony Orchestra members will begin rehearsals for Symphony No. 5 by Tchaikovsky on Mondays from 4:30-6:30pm.
6) Wind Ensemble sectionals will begin after spring break. Details will be released next week.
February 22-26 - Bring (Covid friendly-individually wrapped) Valentine treats for your band friends February 27 - UIL Solo and Ensemble @MHS Winterguard In-Person Competition March 1 - Symphony Orchestra rehearsal in band hall, 4:30-6:30pm March 6 - Winterguard Virtual Competition March 8-12 - Spring Break March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 20 - Winterguard Competition (TBA) March 27 - Winterguard In-Person Competition April 9 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (February 13th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Good afternoon, Midway Band and Parents! I hope that everyone has stayed safe and warm in all of this crazy Texas weather! Please be careful on the roads if you must get out. Monday is a school holiday and Friday is another early release day. Winterguard will compete in their first virtual competition this Saturday. We wish them the best of luck this competition season!
Important updates:
We will celebrate Valentine’s/Corrigan until February 19th. Please bring single serving, covid friendly, treats for your section and friends. Locker winners will receive their treats on Friday (February 19th).
Students participating in UIL Solo and Ensemble contest may stay after school for help with a director. We are happy to help in any way we can to ensure that our students can be successful at this event. If you are playing a solo that requires an accompanist, please check the accompanist list we have posted on the office window. The contest date is February 27th at Midway High School. A detailed schedule is attached to this email.
Winterguard rehearsals will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8pm in the HS cafeteria.
Drumline sectionals are every Thursday after school from 4:30-5:30pm.
Upcoming Events February 10-19 - Bring (Covid friendly-individually wrapped) Valentine treats for your band friends February 15 - No School February 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) End of Valentine/Corrigan Celebration February 20 - Winterguard Virtual Competition February 27 - UIL Solo and Ensemble @MHS Winterguard In-Person Competition March 6 - Winterguard Virtual Competition March 8-12 - Spring Break March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 20 - Winterguard Competition (TBA) March 27 - Winterguard In-Person Competition April 9 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (February 5th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Good afternoon, Midway Band and Parents!
It has been another wonderful week of music making and growth for the Midway Band. Please see the information below on upcoming events.
Important updates:
1) Locker Decorating for Valentine’s Day/Corrigan Week. We will be having a locker decorating contest this week. Judging will be Wednesday morning. We will award a prize for the best decorated locker in each section and best section locker decoration/participation. Please incorporate an envelope/pouch in your design so you can be left treats from members of our band family! We will celebrate Valentine’s/Corrigan until February 19th.
2) Students participating in UIL Solo and Ensemble contest may stay after school for help with a director. We are happy to help in any way we can to ensure that our students can be successful at this event. If you are playing a solo that requires an accompanist, please check the accompanist list we have posted on the office window. The contest date is February 27th at Midway High School. A detailed schedule will be released in early February.
3) Winterguard rehearsals will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8pm in the HS cafeteria.
4) Drumline sectionals are every Thursday after school from 4:30-5:30pm.
February 8-12 MHS Corrigan Week (please see the attached MHS Handout about this event) February 10 - Locker judging February 10-19 - Bring (Covid friendly-individually wrapped) Valentine treats for your band friends February 15 - No School February 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) End of Valentine/Corrigan Celebration February 20 - Winterguard Virtual Competition February 27 - UIL Solo and Ensemble @MHS Winterguard In-Person Competition March 6 - Winterguard Virtual Competition March 8-12 - Spring Break March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 20 - Winterguard Competition (TBA) March 27 - Winterguard In-Person Competition April 9 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (January 31st from Mrs. Hyatt)
I hope that you are enjoying a wonderful weekend. We have another quiet week in the band hall except during our classes. The band directors are all incredibly proud of the amazing work our students are doing on the music we are focusing on (and things are anything but quiet).
The progress that has been made since we returned in January has been remarkable. Trying to make music while spread out across the entire band hall (70’ x 55’ room) is very challenging for the students and directors. The sound delay happening across such a large room is something we are all having to figure out. Even with this challenge, our students are still creating exceptional music. We couldn’t be more proud!
Important updates:
Students participating in UIL Solo and Ensemble contest may stay after school for help with a director. We are happy to help in any way we can to ensure that our students can be successful at this event. If you are playing a solo that requires an accompanist, please check the accompanist list we have posted on the office window. The contest date is February 27th at Midway High School. A detailed schedule will be released in early February.
Winterguard rehearsals will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8pm in the HS cafeteria.
Drumline sectionals begin this week and will be every Thursday after school from 4:30-5:30pm.
This Friday is another Midway early release day (1:45pm).
Here are the events for this week: Monday -Leadership Meeting 7:45am Tuesday - Winterguard rehearsal 6-8pm Thursday - Winterguard rehearsal 6-8pm; Drumline Sectional 4:30-5:30pm Friday - Early Release (1:45pm)
Upcoming Events February 5 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 20 - Winterguard Virtual Competition February 27 - UIL Solo and Ensemble @MHS Winterguard In-Person Competition March 6 - Winterguard Virtual Competition March 8-12 - Spring Break March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 20 - Winterguard Competition (TBA) March 27 - Winterguard In-Person Competition April 9 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (January 21st from Mrs. Hyatt)
Good afternoon, Midway Band and Parents! I wanted to share with you some outstanding news! Last week, AJ Watson was selected to be in the 2021 TMEA All-State Band! It has been a DECADE since a member of the Midway Band has been selected for this prestigious organization. AJ is the FIRST to ever achieve the All-State Band title since we moved into the 6A classification. We are extremely proud of her and hope that you will congratulate her when you see her!
Important updates:
Students participating in UIL Solo and Ensemble contest may stay after school for help with a director. We are happy to help in any way we can to ensure that our students can be successful at this event. If you are playing a solo that requires an accompanist, please check the accompanist list we have posted on the office window. The contest date is February 27th at Midway High School. A detailed schedule will be released in early February.
Winterguard rehearsals will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8pm in the HS cafeteria.
Here are the events for this week: Monday -Leadership Meeting 7:45am Tuesday - Winterguard rehearsal 6-8pm Thursday - Winterguard rehearsal 6-8pm
Upcoming Events February 5 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 20 - Winterguard Virtual Competition February 27 - UIL Solo and Ensemble @MHS Winterguard In-Person Competition March 6 - Winterguard Virtual Competition March 8-12 - Spring Break March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 20 - Winterguard Competition (TBA) March 27 - Winterguard In-Person Competition April 9 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (January 17th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Dear Midway Band and Family, Good afternoon! This coming week will be a quiet one in regards to events. Please note that tomorrow (Monday) will be a staff development day which means no school for our students. This Friday will be an early release day (1:45pm). Important updates:
Students participating in UIL Solo and Ensemble contest may stay after school for help with a director. We are happy to help in any way we can to ensure that our students can be successful at this event. If you are playing a solo that requires an accompanist, please check the accompanist list we have posted on the office window. The contest date is February 27th at Midway High School. A detailed schedule will be released in early February.
Winterguard rehearsals will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8pm in the HS cafeteria.
Here are the events for this week: Monday -No school Tuesday - Winterguard rehearsal 6-8pm Thursday - Winterguard rehearsal 6-8pm Friday - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Upcoming Events January 18 - MISD Student Holiday (no school) January 22 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 5 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 20 - Winterguard Virtual Competition February 27 - UIL Solo and Ensemble @MHS Winterguard In-Person Competition March 6 - Winterguard Virtual Competition March 8-12 - Spring Break March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 20 - Winterguard Competition (TBA) March 27 - Winterguard In-Person Competition April 9 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (January 10th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Dear Midway Band and Family,
I hope you are enjoying the beautiful sights of snow this morning! What a beautiful day it is. Be safe and enjoy the Texas winter weather.
Important updates:
TMEA Area recording window is January 9 through the 13th. We will be recording in the HS theatre again. We will have recording equipment set up all day during this time frame so you can come when it is most convenient for you. Here is the link to the sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0a4bafa629a1fc1-tmea. Please keep these amazing musicians in your thoughts and prayers this week as they record for their chance to make the prestigious All-State Band!
Students wanting to participate in the UIL Solo and Ensemble contest will need to talk with a director this week so we can find music for them for the contest. We would like for all of our participants to have music before we leave for the break. This year’s contest will be a virtual event. Deadline to sign up will be January 13th. The sign up sheet is on the band office window.
Winterguard rehearsals will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8pm in the HS cafeteria. We are excited for this team to compete in the NTCA circuit this spring!
Here are the events for this week: Monday -No Leadership Meeting this week (we will have one next week) Tuesday - Winterguard rehearsal 6-8pm Wednesday - Deadline to sign up for UIL Solo and Ensemble Contest Thursday - Winterguard rehearsal 6-8pm
Upcoming Events
January 9-13 - TMEA Area Recording Window January 13 - Deadline to sign up for Solo and Ensemble Contest January 18 - MISD Student Holiday (no school) January 22 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 5 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 20 - Winterguard Virtual Competition February 27 - UIL Solo and Ensemble @MHS Winterguard In-Person Competition March 6 - Winterguard Virtual Competition March 8-12 - Spring Break March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 20 - Winterguard Competition (TBA) March 27 - Winterguard In-Person Competition April 9 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (January 3rd from Mrs. Hyatt)
Dear Midway Band and Family,
I hope that everyone had a wonderful and enjoyable winter break and that you are having a fantastic start to 2021! Although I’ve thoroughly enjoyed time with my family, I am ready to see my band family again!
Important updates:
1) ALL Virtual Students - Please sign up for a meeting time with Mrs. Hyatt this week. As we begin a new semester I need to make an individualized plan for each virtual student so you can get the most out of this semester and/or six weeks. GoogleMeet code will be HyattLessons. Here is the link to the sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0A4BAFA629A1FC1-meeting
2) In person students will need their instrument on Monday!
3) TMEA Area recording window is January 9 through the 13th. We will be recording in the HS Theatre again. We will have recording equipment set up all day during this time frame so you can come when it is most convenient for you. Here is the link to the sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0a4bafa629a1fc1-tmea
4) Students wanting to participate in the UIL Solo and Ensemble contest will need to talk with a director this week so we can find music for them for the contest. We would like for all of our participants to have music before we leave for the break. This year’s contest will be a virtual event. Deadline to sign up will be January 13th. The sign up sheet is on the band office window.
Here are the events for this week:
Monday- First day back for everyone! No Leadership Meeting this week
Upcoming Events
January 9-13 - TMEA Area Recording Window January 13 - Deadline to sign up for Solo and Ensemble Contest January 18 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 22 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (December 13th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Dear Midway Band and Family, Happy Holidays, Midway Band! One more week before we all get a much needed break! Please be looking for a special gift from the Midway Band in your inbox later this week. The students have been working hard on a special musical gift for their family and friends. We can’t wait to share it with you!
The directors would like to wish everyone a very safe and happy holiday season! Thank you students and parents for your love and support throughout this difficult semester. We are so grateful for our band family and can’t wait to start the new year with you all!
Important updates:
1. Challenges end on Wednesday, December 16th. Challenges are an opportunity for students to advance their placement within the band program. Students can only challenge the person one chair above them and must give at least a two day notice of the challenge. Challenge time slots (posted on the office window) are available before and after school. Students may forfeit their chair if they do not wish to participate in the challenge but they will move down a chair and could potentially move down to another ensemble. Link to challenge music can be found in Schoology in Week 2 and Week 3. Printed sheet music is also available outside of the band hall office. If you are quarantined during challenges we will use GoogleMeet at your challenge time. Use the meet code: HyattBand
2. HS Final Exams are this week. Please see the schedule below for details.
3. We will be providing a box lunch for students this week as a small “thank you” for their patience and flexibility throughout this marching season. (Symphonic Band, Colorguard and Wind Ensemble on Thursday; Concert Band on Friday). Students need to come by the band hall during their lunch time to get their box lunch.
4. Judging for TMEA auditions is happening this week. We will release the results as soon as they are ready (probably Wednesday or Thursday. Details about Area auditions will be released as soon as we receive them. We are so proud of all of our students that auditioned!
5. Winterguard rehearsals are this week on Friday and Saturday. Please check the rehearsal times below.
6. Students wanting to participate in the UIL Solo and Ensemble contest will need to talk with a director this week so we can find music for them for the contest. We would like for all of our participants to have music before we leave for the break. This year’s contest will be a virtual event.
Here are the events for this week: Monday- No Leadership Meeting this week Thursday- FINALS 2nd period - 8:30-9:40 4th period - 9:45-10:55 3rd period - 11:00-11:45 - not a final 5th period - 11:50-1:30 - not a final (Symphonic band, Colorguard and Wind Ensemble come band hall during your lunch to get your special box lunch and treat!) 6th period - 1:30-2:40 8th period - 2:45-4:00 Friday - Half Day, FINALS 1st period - 8:30-9:40 3rd period - 9:45- 10:55 5th period - 11:00-12:30 7th period - 12:35-1:45 (Concert band box lunch and treat day!) Friday - Winterguard Rehearsal 2-6pm Saturday - Winterguard Rehearsal 9am-1pm
Upcoming Events
December 18 - Winterguard Rehearsal, 2-6pm December 19 - Winterguard Rehearsal, 9am-1pm December 19 through January 4 - Winter Break January 18 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 22 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (December 6th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Dear Midway Band and Family,
I hope that everyone had a wonderful week! We are excited to begin recording the holiday tunes we have been rehearsing during class so that we can share our musical talents with you in lieu of our normal Holiday Concert.
This up coming week will also be focused on band challenges and TMEA audition recordings. The Winterguard Audition deadline has been extended until Sunday, December 6th by 6:00 pm, so please make sure those are turned in punctually if you are involved in Winterguard.
Important updates:
1) Challenges are ongoing this week and will end on December 16th. Challenges are an opportunity for students to advance their placement within the band program. Students can only challenge the person one chair above them and must give at least a two day notice of the challenge. Challenge time slots (posted on the office window) are available before and after school. Students may forfeit their chair if they do not wish to participate in the challenge but they will move down a chair and could potentially move down to another ensemble. Link to challenge music can be found in Schoology in Week 2 and Week 3. Printed sheet music is also available outside of the band hall office. If you are quarantined during challenges we will use GoogleMeet at your challenge time. Use the meet code: HyattBand
2) The recording window for TMEA is December 5th through the 9th. We will have recording gear set up in the HS Theatre and can provide that opportunity during class (and throughout the school day) for face-to-face students. Virtual students will have to record after school (with some availability for face-to-face students). If you can not record on campus (schedule conflict or you are quarantined) you will need to email Mrs. Hyatt to get links and information so are able to have success recording yourselves at home. Those students will be given some helpful hints on how to record yourself. Please note that late entries will not be accepted! You will be able to record as many times as you would like but the program will only save your last recording. Each piece will be recorded separately so you do not have to do it all in one day but be mindful of other people’s opportunity to record as well. Auditioners, please sign up for a recording time here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0A4BAFA629A1FC1-tmea
3) The deadline for Winterguard Auditions has been extended to Sunday, December 6th by 6:00pm.
Here are the events for this week:
Monday- Leadership Meeting, 7:45am Wednesday- TMEA Recording Window ends Band Council Meeting, 4:15pm
Upcoming Events
December 5-9 - TMEA recording window December 18 - Winterguard Rehearsal, 2-6pm December 19 - Winterguard Rehearsal, 9am-1pm January 18 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 22 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Latest Update (November 29th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Dear Midway Band and Family,
I hope that everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving break! I want to give a huge thank you to those who braved the weather to cheer on the Panthers on Friday! Your directors greatly appreciate you and your time with us!
The next scheduled game is an away game at Cedar Hill on Friday. We will get advisement from the administration on whether we should travel this week. I will send an email update on Wednesday.
Important updates:
Winterguard auditions are this week! There will be a required Winterguard Camp on Tuesday, December 1st from 4:30-6pm in the cafeteria. Auditions will be a video submission which will be due on Friday, December 4. Winterguard will compete virtually this season with the possibility of finishing competitions in-person if we feel it is safe enough. Dues for this season will be $100. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Kline (caitlin.kline@midwayisd.org).
Challenges will begin on December 2nd and end on December 16th. Challenges are an opportunity for students to advance their placement within the band program. Students can only challenge the person one chair above them and must give at least a two day notice of the challenge. Challenge time slots (posted on the office window) are available before and after school. Students may forfeit their chair if they do not wish to participate in the challenge but they will move down a chair and could potentially move down to another ensemble. Link to challenge music can be found in Schoology in Week 2 and Week 3. Printed sheet music is also available outside of the band hall office. If you are quarantined during challenges we will use GoogleMeet at your challenge time. Use the meet code: HyattBand
The recording window for TMEA is December 5th through the 9th. We will have recording gear set up in the HS Theatre and can provide that opportunity during class (and throughout the school day) for face-to-face students. Virtual students will have to record after school (with some availability for face-to-face students). If you can not record on campus (schedule conflict or you are quarantined) you will be given the information necessary to record at home. Those students will be given some helpful hints on how to record yourself. Please note that late entries will not be accepted! You will be able to record as many times as you would like but the program will only save your last recording. Each piece will be recorded separately so you do not have to do it all in one day but be mindful of other people’s opportunity to record as well.
Here are the events for this week: Tuesday - Winterguard Camp (required for those auditioning), HS Cafeteria 4:30-6pm Wednesday - Challenges begin (ends on December 16) Friday - Winterguard Audition Video due Game @ Cedar Hill, 7:30pm Meet time: 4:15pm Dress: red band shirt, band wind pants, and black athletic shoes and anything to keep you warm during the game!
Upcoming Events
December 1 - Winterguard Camp, Cafeteria, 4:30-6pm December 2 through December 16 - Challenge window December 4 - Away game @Cedar Hill, 7:30pm MHS Early Release (1:45pm) December 4 - Winterguard Audition Video due December 5-9 - TMEA recording window December 18 - Winterguard Rehearsal, 2-6pm December 19 - Winterguard Rehearsal, 9am-1pm January 18 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 22 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (November 21st from Mrs. Hyatt) Midway Band - Thanksgiving Break
Dear Midway Band and Family,
We made it to Thanksgiving break! I know that our students are ready to have a week of rest & relaxation. We hope that you and your family spend some wonderful time together and create some great memories this week!
We will be attending the home game against Lake Ridge on November 27 at 2pm. This game is an opportunity, not a requirement. We would LOVE to have you in attendance but your absence will not be held against you. Meet time will be 12:30pm. Please eat lunch before you come! We will have snacks for you after halftime. Dress for the game will be windpants, red shirt, black athletic shoes, and possibly your rain poncho since there is currently a 50% chance of rain! We will not march our show or do a performance for halftime. We will play for the Goal Tenders and march off to the Fight Song. Other than that, our only job will be to cheer loud and have fun!
As we head into a week focused on gratitude, the band directors would like to say they are extremely grateful for our wonderful students and supportive parents. This year has not been easy on any of us, in all aspects of our lives. From altered summer band schedules, canceled events, added events, adjusted rehearsal schedules, canceled travel, new procedures for mitigation, and dealing with the anxiety of what will happen next, our students and parents have been our sanity amongst the chaos.
Parents, thank you for helping us get through this time. From volunteering, chaperoning for our away game, helping create a special senior night, donating water, donating soft drinks, helping with our fundraiser, sending encouraging emails, and ensuring your student makes it to and from our events, you have made this challenging year a success. We are truly grateful.
Students, you have all been rockstars throughout this year. We know that the things we are having you do have not been easy, and at times, even exhausting. Throughout it all, you have kept the spirit of our band program alive and have had great attitudes about all of the adversity. Thank you for being the only “normal” in our lives right now. The sound of your laughter, the hello and goodbye waves as you pass by the office, your sweet and thoughtful notes, your smiling eyes when you are wearing your masks, your continued silliness, and most of all, the music you make, have kept your directors going throughout this exhausting time. All of the extra time and effort that the directors have put into this year is all worth every second when we get to spend time with you.
Winterguard auditions are coming up! There will be a required Winterguard Camp on Tuesday, December 1st from 4:30-6pm in the cafeteria. Auditions will be a video submission which will be due on Friday, December 4. Winterguard will compete virtually this season with the possibility of finishing competitions in-person if we feel it is safe enough. Dues for this season will be $100. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Kline (caitlin.kline@midwayisd.org).
Challenges will begin on December 2nd and end on December 16th. Challenges are an opportunity for students to advance their placement within the band program. Students can only challenge the person one chair above them and must give at least a two day notice of the challenge. Challenge time slots (posted on the office window) are available before and after school. Students may forfeit their chair if they do not wish to participate in the challenge but they will move down a chair and could potentially move down to another ensemble. Link to challenge music can be found in Schoology in Week 2. Printed sheet music is also available outside of the band hall office. If you are quarantined during challenges we will use GoogleMeet at your challenge time. Use the meet code: HyattBand
The recording window for TMEA is December 5th through the 9th. We will have recording gear set up in the HS Theatre and can provide that opportunity during class (and throughout the school day) for face-to-face students. Virtual students will have to record after school (with some availability for face-to-face students). If you can not record on campus (schedule conflict or you are quarantined) you will be given the information necessary to record at home. Those students will be given some helpful hints on how to record yourself. Please note that late entries will not be accepted! You will be able to record as many times as you would like but the program will only save your last recording. Each piece will be recorded separately so you do not have to do it all in one day but be mindful of other people’s opportunity to record as well.
Here are the events for this week:
Friday - Home Game vs Lake Ridge, 2pm Meet time: 12:30pm Dress: red band shirt, band wind pants, and black athletic shoes and maybe your rain poncho!
Upcoming Events
November 23-27 - Thanksgiving Break November 27 - Home game vs Lake Ridge, 2:00pm December 1 - Winterguard Camp, Cafeteria, 4:30-6pm December 2 through December 16 - Challenge window December 4 - Away game @Cedar Hill, 7:30pm MHS Early Release (1:45pm) December 4 - Winterguard Audition Video due December 5-9 - TMEA recording window December 18 - Winterguard Rehearsal, 2-6pm December 19 - Winterguard Rehearsal, 9am-1pm January 18 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 22 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (November 14th from Mrs. Hyatt) Midway Band - Week 13
Dear Midway Band and Parents,
I hope that you are enjoying a wonderful weekend. I want to thank each of you for adjusting to our plans last week as we try and slow the spread of the virus at the high school campus.
Although we have all done a great job adhering to the band mitigation guidelines, there is still exposure outside of our band hall. We currently have about 10% of the band in quarantine. Since we will be missing such a large part of the group until after Thanksgiving, I feel that it is best to not continue with our marching show. Our last home game was suppose to be December 4th but it was rescheduled to November 27th (the day after Thanksgiving). There are just too many factors working against us to continue with our progress.
With the change in plans to not continue with the show, we will no longer have our weekly 4:30-6pm rehearsals. If we decide to travel this week, we will rehearse with the Goal Tenders on Thursday at 4:30pm and should be done by 4:45pm. A decision on our travel plans this week will be made on Tuesday. Please look for an email update on Tuesday night.
As we begin working our way into concert season (a little earlier than planned), we need for students to bring their concert instruments for rehearsals. The directors are planning to work on music and have a concert (probably virtually) for our families and supporters before winter break. We are still working on a way to incorporate our virtual students in our performance so stay tuned for more details.
Important updates:
We will participate in future games as a pep band.
Rehearsal schedule will be altered to just Thursdays from 4:30-4:45pm.
If we do travel this week, students who did not travel to our first away game will be given preference. Travel to an away game is only an opportunity, not a requirement for our students. Bus travel will be one per seat to keep our students safe. Dinner and snacks will be provided.
Challenges will begin on December 2nd and end on December 16th. Challenges are an opportunity for students to advance their placement within the band program. Students can only challenge the person one chair above them and must give at least a two day notice of the challenge. Challenge time slots (posted on the office window) are available before and after school. Students may forfeit their chair if they do not wish to participate in the challenge but they will move down a chair and could potentially move down to another ensemble. Music for challenges can be found in the weekly email. Please check the Midway Challenges sheet in the folder for the cuts. Printed sheet music is also available outside of the band hall office.
All virtual students must check Schoology everyday!
Virtual students who are not participating in marching band must sign up for lessons with a director. Please check Schoology for instructions. These lessons are a MAJOR grade.
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Leadership Team meeting 7:45am Thursday - Practice 4:30-4:45 pm for pep band Friday - Away Game @Waxahachie, 7:30pm Meet time: 4:15pm Dress: red band shirt, band wind pants, and black athletic shoes (you may wear a jacket/sweater/hoodie for non performance times)
Upcoming Events
November 19 - Rehearsal for game participants, 4:30-4:45pm November 20 - Away Game @Waxahachie, 7:30pm November 23-27 - Thanksgiving Break November 27 - Home game vs Lake Ridge, 2:00pm December 2 through December 16 - Challenge window December 4 - Away game @Cedar Hill, 7:30pm MHS Early Release (1:45pm) January 18 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 22 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Latest Update (November 8th from Mrs. Hyatt) Midway Band - Week 12
Dear Midway Band and Parents,
Good evening! I hope everyone is enjoying a wonderful weekend! I want to give a HUGE thank you to our Senior Night Parent Committee, Kevin & Abby Tankersley and Robert & Faith Perkins, for putting together a wonderful celebration for our seniors and their parents. Faith Perkins has created a senior spotlight video, incorporating pictures we received, as a memento for all of our seniors. We will show this during band class on Monday but wanted our parents to be able to view it as well. Here is the link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18jODg-4h9EuzKizaMcahuLPpwsXYoOz3/view?usp=drive_web
This week will be an AWAY football game at DeSoto. Students who did not travel to our first away game will be given preference for this week’s game. Travel to an away game is an opportunity, not a requirement, for our students. Bus travel will be one per seat to keep our students safe. Dinner and snacks will be provided. Our meet time will be 4:15pm (brass & percussion in the band hall, woodwinds & guard in the LER). We estimate our return back to MHS around midnight. A text message will be sent out over Remind to parents. To join the Remind group text the number 81010 with the message @midpanpar
Juniors, sophomores and freshmen who DID NOT travel to the last game will get to sign up first. Those who did go to the last game will be able to sign up on Thursday. DO NOT sign up before your assigned day. Doing so might disqualify you from attending this game.
Monday: SENIORS and Leadership Team (all are eligible to go again) Tuesday: JUNIORS & SOPHOMORES who did not go to the last time Wednesday: FRESHMEN who did not go to the last game Thursday before lunch: Juniors who DID go to the last game Thursday after lunch: Sophomores and Freshmen who DID go to the last game.
Charleston Wrap catalog orders will be passed out on Monday. Congratulations to our top four sellers!
1st Place - Ryan Kaiser $727 ($100 Gift Card) 2nd Place - Antonio Ochoa $393 ($50 Gift Card) 3rd Place - Chelsea Cole $335 ($25 Gift Card) 4th Place -Kierston Benson $275 ($25 Gift Card)
Important updates:
We will wear wind pants all games.
Students who did not travel to our first away game will be given preference for this week’s game. Travel to an away game is only an opportunity, not a requirement for our students. Bus travel will be one per seat to keep our students safe. Dinner and snacks will be provided.
All virtual students must check Schoology everyday!
Virtual students who are not participating in marching band must sign up for lessons with a director. Please check Schoology for instructions. These lessons are a MAJOR grade.
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Practice 4:30-6:00 pm; Leadership Team meeting 7:45am Tuesday - Practice 4:30-6:00pm Thursday - Practice 4:30-6:00 pm Friday - Away Game @DeSoto Eagle stadium Meet time: 4:15pm Dress: red band shirt, band wind pants, and black athletic shoes (you may wear a jacket/sweater/hoodie for non performance times)
Upcoming Events
***Practices every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30-6:00pm*** **Guard Sectionals every Thursday 6:10-7:10pm*** November 13 - Away game @DeSoto Eagle Stadium, 7:30pm kickoff November 20 - Away game, opponent TBA November 23-27 - Thanksgiving Break November 27 - Away game, opponent TBA December 4 - Home game, opponent TBA MHS Early Release (1:45pm) December 1 through 4 - TMEA audition recording window (more details TBA) January 18 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 22 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (November 1 from Mrs. Hyatt)
Dear Midway Band and Parents,
Good afternoon! I want to thank each of you for being so flexible last week with the homecoming festivities. Our students had wonderful attitudes as we had continuous changes in our schedule and procedures for the week. We feel so lucky to have such amazing students that make such stressful situations seem like not a big deal!
This is a friendly reminder that this is the last week of the second six weeks. Please be sure you have your grades up so you can participate in the upcoming games! If you are not passing at the end of this grading period then you will be ineligible for the remainder of scheduled football games.
Please remember that Friday is another early release day. The high school will release at 1:45pm. The band does not need to be back until 6pm for that evening’s game.
This Friday is SENIOR night. Senior parents, please meet your student on the track near the scoreboard at 6:45pm. You should have received detailed instructions and a map in your email. If you did not receive the email, please email Mrs. Hyatt. Senior Parents, you will also need to join your senior post game on the track in front of the band set. Our Senior Night Parent Committee (Kevin & Abby Tankersley and Robert & Faith Perkins) have worked very hard to make this a special evening for you and your student.
Important updates:
1) We will wear wind pants from now on for games.
2) Students who want to audition for TMEA All-Region (auditions are December 5th). Sign up deadline is November 4th.
3) TMEA Freshmen auditions have been delayed to January 16th.
4) Leadership Meetings will now start at 7:45am (voted change by our Band Council).
5) All virtual students must check Schoology everyday!
6) Virtual students who are not participating in marching band must sign up for lessons with a director. Please check Schoology for instructions. These lessons are a MAJOR grade.
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Practice 4:30-6:00 pm; Leadership Team meeting 7:45am Tuesday - Practice 4:30-6:00pm Wednesday - Band Council meeting 4:15pm in DLC Thursday - Practice 4:30-6:00 pm Friday - Duncanville @Panther stadium (Band Senior Night) Meet time: 5:45pm Dress: red band shirt, band wind pants, and black athletic shoes, SENIORS WEAR LETTER JACKETS! (you may wear a jacket/sweater/hoodie for non performance times)
Upcoming Events
***Practices every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30-6:00pm*** **Guard Sectionals every Thursday 6:10-7:10pm***
November 6 - Early release for MHS (1:45pm), End of 2nd Six Weeks November 6 - Duncanville @Home (Senior Band Night), 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm); Senior Parents be under the scoreboard at 6:45pm November 4 - Deadline to sign up for TMEA All-Region Auditions November 13 - Home game, opponent TBA November 20 - Away game, opponent TBA November 23-27 - Thanksgiving Break November 27 - Away game, opponent TBA December 4 - Home game, opponent TBA December 1 through 4 - TMEA audition recording window (more details TBA) January 18 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) February 22 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) March 19 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) April 30 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm) May 14 - MHS Early Release (1:45pm)
Update (October 25th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Dear Midway Band and Parents,
Good afternoon! I hope you are enjoying a wonderful weekend with the cooler fall weather! I would like to thank all of our students who joined us for the Thursday game at Mansfield this past week! The students did a wonderful job during our travel and were an example of how bands can travel during this time safely! We look forward to taking our next pep group to our next away game!
It will be COLD this week! Please plan appropriately for practice! Make sure you have warm clothes to bundle up in. There are high rain chances of rain throughout this week in addition to low temperatures. If it is raining during practice time we will meet in the cafeteria. We will wear wind pants for the game this week!!!
I hope that everyone knows that I respect our student’s time and our parent’s time, always! I am committed to communicating band events well in advance so that everyone has time to plan. I know, as a parent, coordinating drop off and pick up of students can be a challenge and I always want to give plenty of time for our families to plan. With that being said, sometimes things are beyond my control.
This past Thursday I heard rumors of an evening Homecoming Pep Rally. That rumor was confirmed in a staff email on Friday morning. All I know at this point is that this evening pep rally is to be at Panther Stadium on Thursday at 7:30pm. I was told it would be a very short event (approximately 30 minutes) but I do not know the details. Please know that this event is happening and if you can be there we would love to have you there if you do not have anything on your schedule that night!
Since we also have practice on Thursday, we will feed our pep rally participants since there will not be enough time to eat dinner between rehearsal and the pep rally. Participants in the evening pep rally will need to wear jeans, show shirt, and any jacket/sweatshirt/hoodie of their choice. It will be chilly!
I was also informed on Friday that Waco HS Band has decided to travel to this game. This means that we can not sit in our previous section and will most likely be seated in chairs in the end zone under the scoreboard. Parents, I would not advise buying tickets in the visitor section for this game! Band, it would not be a bad idea to have some earplugs for this game since the score board can get very loud during the commercial ads.
Since Waco HS is bringing their band, there is a very high possibility that we will need to perform BEFORE the game. I have not received any details about this yet but in previous years we performed a little after 7pm (when the teams leave warm up on the field). Parents, I would plan to be at this game early so you don’t miss the performance.
Students and Parents, I truly apologize for all of the uncertainty as we head into this week. Please know that I will inform you of any details as soon as I receive them. I greatly appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we get all of the kinks ironed out for this week’s activities.
Important updates:
1. We will wear wind pants this week so make sure you know where they are!
2. Students who want to audition for TMEA All-Region (auditions are December 5th). Sign up deadline is November 4th.
3. TMEA Freshmen auditions have been delayed to January 16th.
4. Leadership Meetings will not start at 7:45am (voted change by our Band Council).
5. All virtual students must check Schoology everyday!
6. Virtual students who are not participating in marching band must sign up for lessons with a director. Please check Schoology for instructions. These lessons are a MAJOR grade.
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Practice 4:30-6:00 pm (cafeteria if raining); Leadership Team meeting 7:45am Tuesday - Practice 4:30-6:00pm (cafeteria if raining) Thursday - Practice 4:30-6:00 pm Evening Pep Rally - 7:30pm @Panther Stadium, Details TBA Dress: Jeans, Show Shirt, and any jacket of your liking! Friday - Homecoming, 7:30pm @Panther stadium (performance around 7pm?, Details TBA) Meet time: 5:45pm Dress: red band shirt, band wind pants, and black athletic shoes (you may wear a jacket/sweater/hoodie for non performance times) ***You MAY wear mums/garters after our pre-game performance***
Upcoming Events
***Practices every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30-6:00pm*** **Guard Sectionals every Thursday 6:10-7:10pm***
October 30 - Waco @Home (Homecoming), 7:30pm (meet at 5:45pm) November 6 - Duncanville @Home (Senior Band Night), 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm) November 13 - Home game, opponent TBA November 20 - Away game, opponent TBA November 27 - Away game, opponent TBA December 4 - Home game, opponent TBA December 1 through 4 - TMEA audition recording window (more details TBA)
Update (October 18th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Dear Midway Band and Family,
I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend and enjoys their Friday night off! We have another “calm” week coming up with our first away game on Thursday night in Mansfield.
Students who signed up to attend the game will need to meet in the band hall by 4:15pm on Thursday. They will need their red band shirt, band shorts (possibly wind pants if the weather gets cooler), black athletic shoes, and their water jug. Alternates for the pep band will be informed at least 24 hours in advance if we need them to fill in. Students attending the game will be fed dinner on the bus ride to Mansfield, and a snack on the way home. Our anticipated return time is 12:30am, so please be punctual when you pick up your students. If you are signed up for the Midway Remind group, you will receive a text when we leave Mansfield (text the number 81010 with the message “@midpanpar”)
A huge thank you to all of you that participated in our Charleston Wrap fundraiser or donated to the band through Living Tree. We are so grateful for your contributions and superior support of the Midway Band.
We’d also like to thank all of our parents and Band Backers for their support this year thus far. From donating water and supplies to protecting our band section during our home football games (affectionately referred to as the Midway Band Bouncer Dads), we could not do this without YOU! We appreciate all that you do to help our student achieve success throughout this challenging time!
Important updates:
1. Yard signs (that were ordered through registration) will be ready for pickup Monday after practice. 2. All virtual students must check Schoology everyday! 3. Virtual students who are not participating in marching band must sign up for lessons with a director. Please check Schoology for instructions. These lessons are a MAJOR grade.
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Practice 4:30-6:00 pm; Leadership Team meeting 7:30am Tuesday - Practice 4:30-6:00pm Wednesday - Band Council Meeting 4:15pm in DLC Thursday - NO PRACTICE! Away Game @ Mansfield, 7 pm (only for students signed up) Meet time: 4:15pm in HSBH Dress: red band shirt, band shorts (possibly wind pants), and black athletic shoes Friday - No practice!
Upcoming Events ***Practices every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30-6:00pm*** **Guard Sectionals every Thursday 6:10-7:10pm***
October 22 - @Mansfield, 7pm (meet after school); no practice, no guard sectional October 30 - Waco @Home (Homecoming), 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm) November 6 - Duncanville @Home (Senior Band Night), 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm) November 13 - Home game, opponent TBA November 20 - Away game, opponent TBA November 27 - Away game, opponent TBA December 4 - Home game, opponent TBA
Update (October 11th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Dear Midway Band and Family,
I hope that this email finds everyone enjoying a long weekend! I know that the students have been working hard and deserve an extra day of rest! We will not have rehearsal on Monday afternoon and we do not have a game this Friday. This will be a very relaxed week compared to previous ones. We will also be adjusting our rehearsal times starting next week as well. Rehearsals will now be from 4:30-6:00pm.
This week was the deadline for the band to sign up for UIL Marching Contest. There were several factors that were considered as the students voted for the direction we are to go for the remainder of the year. Ultimately, the students chose each other over competition for this challenging year.
We have had almost 20 students in the band who have had to quarantine since the beginning of the school year. Each quarantined student misses 12 hours of marching instruction/practice. It has been a balancing act to teach new drill and provide opportunities for returning students to learn drill they had missed. Our progression through the drill has been slow and, at times, frustrating for quarantined and non-quarantined students. Although there is an air of frustration, we have been incredibly encouraged by the student’s support and helpfulness to those who need catch up on drill they missed. It is inspiring to see the students overcome the adversity of this year and find a way to be successful together.
The band will continue to progress through the planned show and perform at all home games. We are committed to pushing the standard of excellence in playing and marching as we continue through the year. The most notable difference in this year’s group is that they do not need the extrinsic motivation of contest to keep pushing for excellence. They desire this on their own and they keep striving for improvement through every rehearsal.
We will have our sign up for the first away game, October 22nd at Mansfield, this week. We will be taking a pep band of 100 students to all away games this year which will allow us to sit one student per seat on the buses. No student will be required to participate in away games but we do want to provide the opportunity for all students. We will be taking all seniors, leadership team, and percussion battery, accompanied by half of each section. For the first game, seniority will get priority. For the second away game, those who did not go to the first away game will get first choice.
Sign up will be in this order: Seniors and Leadership Team can sign up now through Tuesday, Juniors on Wednesday, Sophomores on Thursday and Freshmen on Friday. DO NOT sign up before your assigned day. The official roster for the pep band will be sent out in next week’s email.
Our fall fundraiser, Charleston Wrap, will conclude Tuesday, October 13th! All money and order forms will need to be turned in to a band director on Tuesday by the end of the school day. Please take these last few days to sell! Profits for this fundraiser will be used to help recoup the loss of our normal fall fundraiser (Midway Marching Contest) which profits us around $18,000 each year. In person students should have registered for the fundraiser during class on Friday. For those who have not registered yet please do so here: https://charlestonwrapstore.com/non-school-registration.php Our Organization ID is 20200. Once you have registered, you will have access to numerous tools (text, email, social media) to use to get the word out to family and friends. If you, or someone you know, would like to donate to the band instead of participating in the fundraiser, please click here: https://give.livingtree.com/c/midway-band-charleston-wrap-fundraiser
All band apparel was handed out last week. We are only missing guard totes at this time.
All virtual students must check Schoology everyday!
Virtual students who are not participating in marching band must sign up for lessons with a director. Please check Schoology for instructions. These lessons are a MAJOR grade.
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - No School, No Practice Tuesday - Practice 4:30-6:00pm; Leadership Team meeting 7:30am Thursday - Practice 4:30-6:00pm; Guard Sectionals 6:10-7:10pm Friday - No Game, No practice!
Upcoming Events
***Practices every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30-6:00pm*** **Guard Sectionals every Thursday 6:10-7:10pm***
October 12 - No school, no practice October 13 - Charleston Wrap Fundraiser Turn In October 16 - No game October 22 - @Mansfield, 7pm (meet after school) October 30 - Waco @Home (Homecoming), 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm) November 6 - Duncanville @Home (Senior Band Night), 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm) November 13 - Home game, opponent TBA November 20 - Away game, opponent TBA November 27 - Away game, opponent TBA December 4 - Home game, opponent TBA
Update (October 3rd from Mrs. Hyatt)
Dear Midway Band and Family,
First performance of 2020 was a success! The directors are so proud of the work the students are doing. The energy, work ethic, and spirit of the band is like nothing we have ever experienced before. It is definitely the best part of the day! We are continually inspired by them and thank our parents for sharing these fantastic students with us!
As we approach our first away game, October 22nd at Mansfield, I wanted to remind you our travel procedures for this year. We will be taking a pep band of 100 students to all away games this year. This will allow us to sit one student per seat on the buses. No student will be required to participate in away games but we do want to provide the opportunity for all students. We will be taking all seniors, leadership team, and percussion, accompanied by half of each section. For the first game, seniority will get precedence. For the second away game, those who did not go to the first away game will get first choice. The sign up and details on how to sign up for the first away game will be emailed next week.
Important updates:
Our fall fundraiser, Charleston Wrap, is in full swing! This is the last week so please sell, sell, sell! Profits for this fundraiser will be used to help recoup the loss of our normal fall fundraiser (Midway Marching Contest) which profits us around $18,000 each year. In person students should have registered for the fundraiser during class on Friday. For those who have not registered yet please do so here: https://charlestonwrapstore.com/non-school-registration.php Our Organization ID is 20200. Once you have registered, you will have access to numerous tools (text, email, social media) to use to get the word out to family and friends. We will have some physical catalogs for students to take home tomorrow. Parents, this would be a great tool to take to work and display in a high traffic area in your place of business. If you, or someone you know, would like to donate to the band instead of participating in the fundraiser, please click here: https://give.livingtree.com/c/midway-band-charleston-wrap-fundraiser
The rest of the band/guard apparel will be handed out this week. (We are still waiting on guard jazz pants but expect them soon.)
Students must be wearing the right apparel for games. Right now that is red band shirt, black band shorts and black athletic shoes. Students who do not wear the right apparel for performances will be sent home.
All virtual students must check Schoology everyday!
Virtual students who are not participating in marching band must sign up for lessons with a director. Please check Schoology for instructions. These lessons are a MAJOR grade.
Our first ever Band Council Elections will be October 8th. If you would like to run for a Band Council position (descriptions of officer positions are in the link), please sign up for the office you would like to run for here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoHg_WK4NBph7EX60SzXcBNYjTucZ_j5BqmXwBsuIYwJ-R_w/viewform?usp=sf_linkYou will need to submit a paragraph stating why you would like to run for the position so that it may be posted in the band hall for the band to view before the voting. Please send your paragraph to Mrs. Hyatt through email: pam.hyatt@midwayisd.org You may format it however you would like and I will print it and post it in the band hall. Students are welcome to campaign until October 8th. Good luck
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm; Leadership Team meeting 7:30am
Tuesday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm
Thursday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm; Guard Sectionals 6:40-7:40pm Band Council voting during class. Voting link will close at 7pm
Friday - South Grand Prairie @Home, 7:30pm (meet on practice field at 6:15pm) Dress: Red band shirt, black band shorts, and black tennis shoes (ordered apparel should arrive this week) Parent pick up: 10:15pm @MHS
Upcoming Events
***Practices every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30-6:30pm*** **Guard Sectionals every Thursday 6:40-7:40pm***
September 28 thru October 9 - Charleston Wrap Fundraiser October 8 - Band Council voting October 9 - South Grand Prairie @Home, 7:30pm (meet at 6:15pm) October 16 - No game October 22 - @Mansfield, 7pm (meet after school) October 30 - Waco @Home (Homecoming), 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm) November 6 - Duncanville @Home (Senior Band Night), 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm)
Week 6 Update
Dear Midway Band and Family,
We made it through our first game and it was a huge success! I could not be prouder of our students and their performance in the stands on Friday night. Although it was just a football scrimmage game, it was just as much fun as our regular season games! I have received so many positive emails about the band and how great and loud they sounded on Friday night! It is hard to believe that it was only their third time to play together through their stand tunes! They sounded like a seasoned group that has been playing together since mid July! This group has handled every obstacle that we have had to overcome with such ease and success!
We are excited to welcome about 30 of our virtual band students back home to the band hall tomorrow morning! Please be sure to bring your instrument, music and all needed supplies with you. The band hall will be open each morning so you can drop off your instrument and equipment. There are carts in each section of the band hall to place your water jugs on if they do not fit in your locker. You may eat lunch in the band hall if you have C lunch. Please ask a drum major or section leader any questions you may have about procedures.
Important updates:
Our fall fundraiser, Charleston Wrap, will kick off tomorrow for all students. Profits for this fundraiser will be used to help recoup the loss of our normal fall fundraiser (Midway Marching Contest) which profits us around $18,000 each year. In person students should have registered for the fundraiser during class on Friday. For those who have not registered yet please do so here: https://charlestonwrapstore.com/non-school-registration.php Our Organization ID is 20200. Once you have registered, you will have access to numerous tools (text, email, social media) to use to get the word out to family and friends. We will have some physical catalogs for students to take home tomorrow. Parents, this would be a great tool to take to work and display in a high traffic area in your place of business. If you, or someone you know, would like to donate to the band instead of participating in the fundraiser, please click here: https://give.livingtree.com/c/midway-band-charleston-wrap-fundraiser
We are still waiting on some of our band/guard apparel to arrive. Once they have come in, we will distribute those items to the students. We appreciate your patience!
Eligibility comes into effect this Friday at 4pm. If your student earned a 69 or below in any class they will become ineligible and will not be participate at football games. Eligibility can be restored at the three week mark (October 16th) if a student is passing ALL classes on their progress report. If students are still not passing all of their classes at progress report time, the next opportunity to regain eligibility will be on the next report card. Students who are taking advanced classes may request a waiver (to remain eligible) from their Assistant Principal if they received a 65 or higher.
There are still a handful of students who do not have water jugs. Please help us keep all of our students hydrated. Everyone must have their own water container that is uniquely labeled!
Students must be wearing the right apparel for games. Right now that is red band shirt, black band shorts and black athletic shoes. Students who do not wear the right apparel for performances will be sent home.
All virtual students must check Schoology everyday!
Virtual students who are not participating in marching band must sign up for lessons with a director. Please check Schoology for instructions. These lessons are a MAJOR grade.
Our first ever Band Council Elections will be October 8th. If you would like to run for a Band Council position (descriptions of officer positions are in the link), please sign up for the office you would like to fun for here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoHg_WK4NBph7EX60SzXcBNYjTucZ_j5BqmXwBsuIYwJ-R_w/viewform?usp=sf_link You will need to submit a paragraph stating why you would like to run for the position so that it may be posted in the band hall for the band to view before the voting. Please send your paragraph to Mrs. Hyatt through email: pam.hyatt@midwayisd.org You may format it however you would like and I will print it and post it in the band hall. Students are welcome to campaign until October 8th. Good luck!
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm; Leadership Team meeting 7:30am Tuesday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm Thursday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm; Guard Sectionals 6:40-7:40pm Friday - Westlake @Home, 7:30pm (meet on practice field at 6pm Dress: Red band shirt, black band shorts, and black tennis shoes (ordered apparel should arrive this week) Parent pick up: 10:30pm @MHS
Upcoming Events
***Practices every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30-6:30pm*** **Guard Sectionals every Thursday 6:40-7:40pm***
September 28 thru October 9 - Charleston Wrap Fundraiser October 2 - Westlake @Home, 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm) October 8 - Band Council voting October 9 - South Grand Prairie @Home, 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm) October 16 - No game October 22 - @Mansfield, 7pm (meet after school) October 30 - Waco @Home (Homecoming), 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm) November 6 - Duncanville @Home (Senior Band Night), 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm)
We are still looking for cases of water bottles for the band. We are planning to use many more than we have in previous years since we will not have water coolers in the stands this year. Please consider donating water for our students. Water can be dropped off after practices or in the HS front office. We greatly appreciate your support!
Week 5 Update
Dear Midway Band and Family,
It has been another successful week of practice. I am so proud of the hard work our students are putting in during our practice time together. We have almost completed our first song of drill which means we have about 25% of the show on the field! It has been incredible how quick the new members of the band have caught on to the complexity of marching and playing. I can’t wait for everyone to watch us march at the first official game on November 2nd.
The band will be kicking off a Charleston Wrap Fundraiser beginning on September 28th, ending on October 9th. This fundraiser is a full group effort to help with costs of this marching season and to help supplement our biggest fundraiser each year, the Midway Marching Preview. We will not be able to host the Midway Preview competition this year which is really going to hurt us financially for the 2021-2022 school year. It is imperative that we all participate in this fundraiser so we can continue to propel the program in a competitive direction in future years. Charleston Wrap offers a great variety of products so all your friends and family could buy something they like AND help support the Midway Band. Many more details will come but if you would like to browse their website, click here. Here are the events for this week: Monday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm (if raining we will practice in the cafeteria); Leadership Team meeting 7:30am Tuesday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm (if raining we will practice in the cafeteria unless the MAC-indoor facility is available) Wednesday - Band Council interest meeting, 4:10pm Thursday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm; Guard Sectionals 6:40-7:40pm Friday - Scrimmage: Round Rock @Home, 7pm (meet on practice field at 6pm) NO Halftime performance Dress: Red band shirt, black band shorts, and black tennis shoes (ordered apparel should arrive this week) Parent pick up: 10pm @MHS
Upcoming Events
***Practices every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30-6:30pm*** **Guard Sectionals every Thursday 6:40-7:40pm***
October 2 - Westlake @Home, 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm) October 9 - South Grand Prairie @Home, 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm) October 16 - No game October 22 - @Mansfield, 7pm (meet after school) October 30 - Waco @Home (Homecoming), 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm) November 6 - Duncanville @Home (Senior Band Night), 7:30pm (meet at 6:00pm) For parents who are wanting to purchase varsity football tickets, please click here for the flyer from Midway Athletics.
Other updates:
Don’t forget that you will need black athletic shoes as part of your uniform this year.
Be sure you have a flip folder and lyre before our first game on September 25th. If you need a flip folder or lyre please contact our Music and Arts representative who has some in stock. Click here.
All virtual students must check Schoology everyday!
Virtual students who are not participating in marching band must have attended TWO lessons with a director. If you have not completed two lessons then you have this week to sign up for a time(s) to make up those grades. Please check Schoology for instructions. These lessons are a MAJOR grade.
We are still looking for cases of water bottles for the band. We are planning to use many more than we have in previous years since we will not have water coolers in the stands this year. Please consider donating water for our students. Water can be dropped off after practices or in the HS front office. We greatly appreciate your support!
Week 4 Update
Dear Midway Band and Family,
I am continually impressed by our students and their ability to adapt to all the changes we’ve encountered this year. As if the safety precautions we must take aren’t enough, the Texas weather has been another variable that we must adjust for. We are hopeful that the fall weather sticks around so we can enjoy the weather during rehearsals.
Parents, you should be incredibly proud of your student! Not only for the hard work they have done during rehearsals but their strong commitment to follow the safety guidelines we have for the band. We are all in this together and it is obvious that they care for their fellow bandmates!
Here are the events for this week:
Monday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm Tuesday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm Thursday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm; Guard Sectionals 6:40-7:40pm
**The band will not be involved at this week’s scrimmage
Upcoming Events
***Practices every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30-6:30pm*** **Guard Sectionals every Thursday 6:40-7:40pm***
September 25 - Scrimmage Round Rock @Home, 7pm (meet at 5pm) October 2 - Westlake @Home, 7:30pm (meet at 5:30pm) October 9 - South Grand Prairie @Home, 7:30pm (meet at 5:30pm) October 16 - No game October 22 - @Mansfield, 7pm (meet after school) October 30 - Waco @Home, 7:30pm (meet at 5:30pm) November 6 - Duncanville @Home, 7:30pm (meet at 5:30pm)
Other updates:
Don’t forget that you will need black athletic shoes as part of your uniform this year.
We will not have any Monday night rehearsals this year. We will keep a consistent practice schedule after school.
Be sure you have a flip folder and lyre before our first game on September 25th.
All virtual students must check Schoology everyday!
Virtual students who are not participating in marching band must be signed up for a lesson (unless they completed it last week). Please check Schoology Weekly Guide in Week 4 for details on how to sign up for a time. This is a MAJOR grade.
I hope you all have a wonderful rest of your weekend. Please contact me if you have any questions or need any clarification!
Week 3 Update (September 6th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Dear Midway Band and family,
I hope that this email finds you enjoying a much needed long weekend. I want to thank all of our parents who have donated water, puppy pads and disposable masks. We greatly appreciate you and your willingness to help us and our students!
It has been an absolute joy working with the marching band this past week. The students are working hard and taking the guidelines we must follow very seriously. These students are so resilient and determined to make this season a success. We are so blessed to work with each and every one of them! Thank you, parents, for sharing them with us!
Here are the events for this week: Monday - Labor Day, No School, No rehearsal Tuesday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm Thursday - Practice 4:30-6:30pm (section photos during rehearsal); Guard Sectionals 6:40-7:40pm Friday - Band Forms are due (Field Trip Permission, UIL Acknowledgement, optional OTC form, optional MEP form)
Upcoming Events ***Practices every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30-6:30pm*** **Guard Sectionals every Thursday 6:40-7:40pm***
September 25 - Scrimmage Round Rock @Home, 7pm (meet at 5pm) October 2 - Westlake @Home, 7:30pm (meet at 5:30pm) October 9 - South Grand Prairie @Home, 7:30pm (meet at 5:30pm) October 16 - No game October 22 - @Mansfield, 7pm (meet after school) October 30 - Waco @Home, 7:30pm (meet at 5:30pm) November 6 - Duncanville @Home, 7:30pm (meet at 5:30pm)
Other updates:
Don’t forget that you will need black athletic shoes as part of your uniform this year.
We will not have any Monday night rehearsals this year. We will keep a consistent practice schedule after school.
Be sure you have a flip folder and lyre before our first game on September 25th.
Schoology should be fixed for our students who are virtual and not participating in marching band. Hopefully things will not be as confusing. Thank you for your patience while we got this problem fixed.
All virtual students must check Schoology everyday! There is a daily check-in that needs to be done for attendance whether we are doing GoogleMeet or working on our own.
I hope you all have a wonderful rest of your weekend. Please contact me if you have any questions or need any clarification!
Week 2 Update (August 30th from Mrs. Hyatt)
Dear Midway Band and Parents,
I hope that everyone had a wonderful first week of school! We had two great rehearsals last week with our freshmen and colorguard members and we can’t wait to welcome all of our marching members on Monday afternoon. Please drink plenty of water today and tomorrow to prepare for the Texas heat. It will be a very warm practice!
Here is what is happening this week:
Monday Morning (7:30am) - Leadership Team meeting in the band hall! Monday Afternoon (4:30-6:30) - First Full Marching Band practice! Tuesday (4:30-6:30) - Marching band practice Wednesday (4:00pm) - Letter Jacket fitting for those who qualify (details below) Thursday (4:30-6:30) - Marching band practice
Marching band students:
Please bring at least a gallon jug filled with water to practices. We will not be able to provide water due to UIL guidelines which prohibit sharing equipment/items. You will need to wear light clothes (no jeans), athletic shoes, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
Please be sure you have turned in your UIL physical if you haven’t already.
If you completed a UIL physical for athletics or band for the 2019-2020 school year (8th through 11th grade), you must fill out page one of the attached UIL Physical form. If you answer yes to any question 1-6 then you will need to be seen by a physician to fill out page two.
Incoming members who have never had a UIL Physical must complete page one at home and page two with your physician.
Students must turn in their completed forms PRIOR to the first day of practice. If you would prefer to email your form you may do so to sarah.guhl@midwayisd.org
Colorguard:
Colorguard will begin weekly sectional work this week from 6:30-7:40pm on Thursdays. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Kline (caitlin.kline@midwayisd.org).
Non-marching band students:
You should have all signed up for a lesson with Mrs. Hyatt this week through Sign-Up Genius. Please look for the link in your Schoology messages or in the Weekly Guide for this week. If you did not receive the link please email Mrs. Hyatt (pam.hyatt@midwayisd.org)
For all students:
Letter jacket fitting will be on Wednesday after school in the band hall. If you have not received a letter jacket packet but feel that you have earned your 60 points to qualify for one please email Mrs. Hyatt. Please see this link outlining the point system:http://www.midwayband.org/uploads/7/6/9/8/76984125/letter_jacket_policy.pdf. Points for competition are only accumulated during high school. Private lessons and attendance at a college summer band camp can be counted starting in 6th grade.
All students need to turn in their forms for UIL acknowledgement and the Field Trip form (pertains to fall and spring trips). You may also submit the optional OTC form for your student if they should need medicine while we are on a trip. You can email these forms to sarah.guhl@midwayisd.org
I hope everyone has a wonderful week. If you would like to donate water for our emergency supply (for students who accidentally forget their water for practice) please bring donations before or after practice. Please let me know if you have any questions! Have a wonderful week!
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