Lionettes Fall 2015
Practices We practice how we perform! Practice uniforms, as scheduled on the calendar, are worn for every practice unless otherwise instructed. Hair MUST be worn UP at ALL TIMES during practices. The Director will oversee all practices to assure that they are efficient and are meeting the overall expectations of our program. All practices are closed to those not affiliated with the KHS Marching Lions or Lionettes. Complete discipline, cooperation, and team effort are a must during practice. Complaining or challenging the Captain(s), Director and/or members of Leadership will not be tolerated. It is NOT acceptable to eat OR chew gum during practice. All personal matters such as that should be taken care of in advance of practice. Cell phones ARE NOT to be used during practice unless permission is given to contact parents for a scheduling matter. Practice Attendance Practices are extremely important in both Fall and Spring. Practice times are given as far in advance as possible. Each Lionette is responsible for checking the calendar and knowing when they need to be in rehearsals and where rehearsals will be held. You are expected to be on time, dressed and ready to begin when practice starts (DOWNBEAT). It is your responsibility to inform the Director, the Captains, AND the Secretary of a tardy or an absence. All of the above parties must be informed. Contact does not constitute excuse from rehearsal. Absences and tardies will be excused at the director's discretion. Performances You will be required to pass off EVERY THURSDAY during the season. It is critical that each Lionette knows each part of all the routines she is involved in. Pass-offs will be conducted through random selection if it is a week that we are not learning new choreography. In terms of pass offs: there will be a specific date and time given for pass-offs for new routines. This is why attendance is so important!
During a Performance Proper facial expressions will ALWAYS be used!! There will be NO talking or giggling on the performance stage, field or when waiting to perform, this includes during another teams performance. If your hair flies in your face, your neighbor makes a mistake, or you have wardrobe malfunctions, you are to remain professional. You are a performer. Uniforms Uniforms and all required accessories must be neat, clean and complete. No jewelry or colored nail polish of any kind is allowed for performances unless specified by the Director. Make-up must follow the guidelines given by the Director. Hair will be prepared according to the guidelines given by the Director. Ponytails must be held firmly with the necessary tools as well as bangs kept out of the face. If your bangs frequently come out of your ponytail, you MUST wear a headband to fix the problem. Any time we travel as a team, you are required to have your Lionette Warm-Ups with you. Inspection before games We will have uniform inspections before each game. You will know exactly what is required of you before inspection. If you are a big sister, it is YOUR job to make sure your little sister has everything she needs to pass inspection. If she fails, you fail. Come prepared to inspection the Director provides the final verdict on passing or failing there are no arguments or second chances.
POINTS In order to maintain accountability, the Lionette squad operates on a point system. Points are awarded and subtracted based on each member s adherence to the established expectations. In order to remain in good standing and performance eligible, Lionettes must have 85. Deductions are assessed as follows: ABSENCES: Unexcused absence from a practice: 8 points Unexcused absence from a performance: 25 points (grounds for dismissal from squad) Excused absences: Death in the family Religious Holiday Doctor s Note-given at the following practice or the day of Pre-arranged Academic Activities (2 days prior) **notification the day of is unacceptable and will be marked unexcused** Other absences may be excused at the Director s discretion Deductions: Cell phone usage/ringing 3 Tardy to practice 5 Leaving practice early with no prior communication 5 Improper uniform for practice or performance 5 Improper hair during practice or performance 5 Chewing gum during practice or performance 5 Eating during practice or performance 5 Obscene language at any time 5 Excessive talking during practice 5 Poor attitude or cooperation at any time 5 Physical contact or public displays of affection 8 NOT COMMUNICATING 10 Showing disrespect to other squad members 10 Inappropriate comments on social media 20 Failure to follow Director s instructions or being 25 dishonest to the Director or Leadership Any other indiscretion the Director deems inappropriate varies
Bonus Points: Participation in a fund raiser beyond the required level 5 Volunteering or taking the initiative to help out 5 any other task the Director deems appropriate varies (must be PRE-APPROVED) The following could result in dismissal from the squad: Use of illegal substances in uniform or at school Disrespect, inappropriate behavior toward a Director or another person of authority Inappropriate representation on social media Any actions the Director deems appropriate for dismissal Exclusion from a performance can occur due to: unacceptable grade point average uncooperative behavior excessive excused or unexcused absences from practice improper use of or behavior in an auxiliary uniform skipping class not passing off or failing a pass off Suspension from Lionettes: Excessive absences with or without legitimate excuses Misbehavior at a school sponsored event (includes rehearsals, school day, competitions, trips, etc.) Misbehavior after exclusion from a performance Referral or ISS from ANY teacher Missing a performance unexcused Smoking or the use of illegal substances while in uniform. Any actions the Director deems appropriate for dismissal Additional Expectations If a conflict arises between activities of Lionettes and another school activity, you MUST speak to the Director about it as soon as possible. Everyone is expected to attend ALL rehearsals, games, parades and other activities indicated by the Director.
BAND/LIONETTE BOOSTERS **ATTENTION LIONETTES, IN ORDER FOR YOUR DAUGHTER S FALL COSTUME TO BE PAID FOR BY THE BOOSTERS, YOU MUST BE A MEMBER OF THE BAND BOOSTER ORGANIZATION*** The purpose of the KHS Band Boosters is to advance the best interests of the King High School band and Lionettes by giving support as requested by the band director. Maintaining an active band program requires support and funding beyond that provided by the school system. The King High School Band Boosters organization was established in 1974 as the King High School Music Club (renamed in 2005) to provide this support to both the band and auxiliary in any way they can. Some of the ways the Band Boosters provide assistance are chaperoning events, helping in securing funds for instrument/equipment replacement and repair, uniform replacement and upkeep, and providing venues to award individual and group accomplishments. Other activities include the provision of funds for the purchase of music and supplies requested by directors, furnishing chaperones for band events, the organization and implementation of fundraising activities, the encouragement of new parent involvement, and the support and advocacy for music programs in the public schools. There are three levels of membership in the band boosters, each providing different benefits but all providing much needed support for the superior band and auxiliary members. Three Levels of Membership Family Membership - $35.00 2015-2016 Show Shirt (1) Activity chaperoning Seating in band boosters section Conductor Membership - $50.00 All items included in the Family Membership 2015 Lion's Pride Shirt C Note Membership - $100.00 All items included in the Conductor Membership 2015 Lion's Pride Shirt (2) BAND BOOSTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS Officer Position Band Director President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Chaperone Coordinator Lion s Pride Coordinators Fundraising Coordinators Name Dr. Dré Graham Rick Estes Traci Cooley Jackie McFarlane Deanna Boss Janice Estes Scott and Traci Cooley Bob and Julie Nipp
KING HIGH SCHOOL BAND BOOSTERS, INC. MARCHING JAZZ CONCERT LIONETTES 2015-2016 THEME SHOW West Side Story KHSBB MEMBERSHIP FORM Registration Form (Please Print) Parent name: Student name: Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior Address: Parent Email: Parent Phone #: Student Email: Student Cell Phone#: *All band communications are sent by email from khsmlvolunteers@gmail.com, so please add this to your address book. Booster Membership Form (Please circle your membership) Family ($35.00) Conductor ($50.00) C Note ($100.00) - (1) 2015 Show Shirt - (1) 2015 Show Shirt - (2) 2015 Show Shirts - Activity Chaperoning - Activity Chaperoning - Activity Chaperoning - Seating in Music Club - (1) Lion's Pride Shirt - (2) Lion's Pride Shirts (Football Games) - Seating in Music Club - Seating in Music Club (Football Games) (Football Games) *You must be a booster member to chaperone games and events. Cash, Check, or Credit Card Check payable to KHSBB
NECESSARY ITEMS AND FORMS NEEDED The following items and forms are collected during Band Camp (due dates specified below.) It is important that you adhere to these due dates. Any concerns or problems should be brought directly to the band director. Hardships can be discussed individually. Payments to KHS (check MUST BE MADE PAYABLE to KHS. If not, it will be returned to you.): Uniform Rental (rental fee assessed by the School District of Hillsborough County) $37.45 Payments to KHSBB (King High School Band Boosters): Remaining Required Fall Fee (for entire 2015-2016 school year) $65.00 Includes: Show Shirt - required part of uniform ($15), Lion's Pride t-shirt - requirement for Lion's Pride ($10), Band Camp Fee - fee for events that take place during band camp ($15), Master Class Fee - section and individual instruction with a professional throughout the year ($25). EVERYONE MUST PAY THE ABOVE REQUIRED BAND FEES. Other Optional Fees DUE ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 14th: All Fall fees are Due AUGUST 14 th Hydration Pack $20.00 (REQUIRED - all new students must purchase) TOTAL DUE ======== ALL Checks are to be made payable to KHSBB. We ARE NOW accepting fees through Charms which utilizes PayPal. Access this through the Parent/Student portal at www.charmsoffice.com. Additional items can be purchased from this site as well. We also accept every major credit card.
KHS Lionette Participant Student/Parent Handbook Agreement As a member of the Lionettes, you are a representative of the band both inside and outside of school. Your words and actions are reflected upon the entire organization. Therefore, even when you are not participating in a Lionette activities, you are still expected to maintain the correct moral attitudes and behaviors expected of a Lionette. Refrain from the of following (this includes, but is not limited to): smoking, drinking, illegal substances, fighting, vulgar language, inappropriate comments on social media platforms, and disrespectful behavior while in uniform, other Lionette clothing, or when associated with the Lionettes and/or Band. In addition, inappropriate pictures taken and publicly displayed for everyone to see while participating in any of these activities previously listed, even when not in uniform, is not acceptable. You are a Lionette 24/7 and must display a sense of integrity as a representative of the organization at all times. Appropriate consequences for not upholding these standards will be taken at the discretion of the Director. My daughter and I have read the Lionette Fall Handbook. We understand: What is expected of students in the Lionette program at King High School both in the classroom and outside the school day. The points procedure and that those students in the Lionette program are expected to participate in rehearsals, performances, AND various fund raisers throughout the year. The policies regarding absences and tardies as they relate to the students' points. The handbook contents including deadlines for forms and any fees that are applicable. That it is necessary for any Hillsborough County student to maintain a 2.0 cumulative grade point average in order to participate in any sport or extracurricular activity. That the Lionette program maintains a web site, www.khsmarchinglions.com, and that information is posted there throughout the year including important dates, news, accomplishments, etc. That it is my, the parent/guardian, responsibility to make the webmaster aware if I do not want my son/daughter individually pictured on the web site. That it is my, the parent/guardian, responsibility to ask if there are any misunderstandings of anything included in this handbook. Otherwise, my child and I will be held responsible for everything included in this handbook. We, (student) and (parent), agree to the terms set forth in this handbook and agree to abide by all rules and procedures within it. I have read and understand ALL that is contained in this document and know that I will be held accountable for the content therein. Parent Signature Date Student Signature Date Lionette Handbook Agreement Due: June 15 th