Marching Band: Stevenson Instrumental Music Program

 

The Stevenson High School Marching Band is proud to have built a long tradition of excellence. The band performs annually at MSBOA Festival and Utica Community Schools' Band-a-Rama and has participated at regional marching activites throughout Metropolitan Detroit. While away from Michigan, the SHS Marching Band has performed in Orlando & Miami Florida and Washington, DC. The band represents Stevenson High School in Sterling Heights, Michigan, USA.

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Marching Band Menu:

• 2019-20 Marching Band Resources
• Registration for 2019-20 Marching Band
• Packing Info / Final Reminders / Band Camp Policies
• Using Marching Band to replace gym class
• Marching Band Shows since 1992
• Marching Band Videos

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Resources for the 2019-20 Stevenson Marching Band

 

• 2019-20 Marching Band Kickoff Meeting: Wednesday, March 27th at 6:30 PM at Stevenson High School. This meeting is important for all members and their parents who intend on being part of the band -- but it is critically important for new students and parents.

• 2019-20 Welcome/Information Presentation: A comprehensive welcome and information guide to the Stevenson Marching Band. Recommended reading for those (especially parents, but students too) that want the logistics, expectations, and details of the Stevenson Marching Band. The presentation been indexed so you can easily navigate the various sections - stopping and returning whenever you'd like the information you need. There are two formats:
  • Download a PowerPoint Slide Show
  • Open Adobe PDF file in new browser tab
  This presentation will remain on this web site throughout the Marching Season so you can refer back to it at any time should you have questions.

• 2019-20 Marching Band Handbook: Will be published and released in June 2019 with updated information. (download and view the 2018-19 Marching Band Handbook here)

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Registration & Payment Steps:

Clicking the links below will open the form (online or printable) in a new browser tab

• Printable Registration Checklist (pdf- optional / for at-home use only, do not send to school)

Due May 3, 2019:

1. Online Registration & Permission form (opens March 1, 2019)
2. Online payment of $100 deposit (opens March 1, 2019)

➔ Complete by May 1, 2019 to be eligible for a $25 discount off the $450 Marching Band Fee

 

Due June 13, 2019:

3. Emergency Medical Treatment form (MUST BE NOTARIZED; editable, printable pdf)
4. Medical & Allergy Information form (editable, printable pdf)
     ● Info to help complete this form correctly
5. Photocopy of Medical Insurance card (copies of front & back of card)

Due August 5, 2019:

6. Online full payment of $450 Marching Band fee (opens March 1, 2019)
7. Physical Exam / Medical Clearance form (printable pdf)

➔ Complete Steps 1 & 2 by May 1, 2019 AND Steps 3, 4, & 5 by June 13, 2019 AND Step 6 by August 2, 2019 to be eligible for a $50 discount off the $450 Marching Band Fee

 

Important Registration & Paperwork Information:

• All medical paperwork is to be turned in, on paper, to the Blue Box in the Stevenson Band Room.

• Current year physicals are required by Utica Community Schools (UCS) for all members of the Marching Band attending band camp. A valid physical is completed by a medical professional and dated on or after April 15, 2019. Any physical given before April 15, 2019 will be rejected and a new physical must be obtained. No exceptions.

• Marching Band students that will also participate in a UCS-sponsored sport should substitute and submit an official MHSAA Physical Form. Obtain one at www.mhsaa.com/Schools/Forms-Resources.

• Before turning in medical paperwork, especially the Physical form, make a photocopy for your records and in case the student is required to submit a completed physical for UCS athletics.

• To complete pdf forms on your device, download Adobe® Reader:
  • For Windows
  • For iOS
  • For Android

• Option: Download all printable forms (checklist & medical-related) in one file by clicking here

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Packing Info / Final Reminders / Band Camp Policies:

Clicking the links below will open the printable pdf document in a new browser tab

• 2019 Band Camp Packing Information

• 2019 Band Camp Final Reminders (to be posted August 2019)

• 2019 Band Camp Policy Manual

• 2019 Band Camp Health Services Policy Manual

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Receiving Physical Education Flex Credit for completing 2 full seasons of Marching Band: A student may be able to waive the graduation requirement of 1/2 credit of Physical Education (gym class) following the completion of two seasons of Marching Band between 9th and 12th grades. In addition to 100% participation, the proper paperwork must be completed, signed by Mr. Sekich, and returned to the counseling department to complete eligibility.

• Instructions - Physical Education Flex Credit (pdf)
• Form - Flex Options Application (pdf)
• Form - Physical Education Flex Credit (pdf)
• Full Package - Forms and Instructions (pdf)

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Recent news:

• Permission Slip for Band & Orchestra Festival: Complete online
• March 9th Band & Orchestra Festival Details: Wind Ensemble (2nd & 3rd Hour Classes)
• March 9th Band & Orchestra Festival Details: Concert Band (5th Hour Class)
• Jazz Concert rescheduled for 2/12; Booster Meeting time change
• Winter Guard performs Sat. 2/9