There is a set of forms that must be completed for each student participating in the Blue Valley West Bands for the 2021-2022 school year. Detailed information was shared at our Kickoff Meeting on June 3, however if you were unable to attend, no worries - you can find links to the forms below.

Digital Forms Packet - Please complete as soon as possible. These forms collect contact information, dietary restrictions, and include information and instructions for the Fair Share and Participation Packet.
Click HERE to access the Digital Forms Packet.

Pre-Participation Packet - This packet includes a set of forms required by Blue Valley Schools and the Kansas State High School Activities Association for students participating in Band, Cheer, Dance, Guard, and Athletics. All portions must be completed at returned to the Band Office OR BVW Athletic Office no later than August 2. A physical exam is required as part of this packet, and can easily be completed with a visit to your regular healthcare provider.
 Click HERE for the Pre-Participation Packet

Fair Share Worksheet and Commitment Form - As our program is largely self-funded, and In order to provide the caliber of supplemental instructors, performance experiences, and special opportunities our students and community have come to expect of the Blue Valley West Bands, the BVW Band Boosters assess a Financial Fair Share for each student's participation. The following handout details the amount and schedule of payments. Our SCRIP program can easily help reduce these payments. 
Click HERE for the Fair Share Worksheet and Commitment Form

As always if you have questions regarding the band program or any of these forms, please contact one of our directors!

For questions regarding the BVW Band Boosters, you can email them HERE.

For questions regarding the Fair Share Payment or to make alternative arrangements, contact our Booster Treasurer  HERE .

Dear BVW Band Families,

We are 2 weeks out from our Spring Band Concerts! We are excited to share the progress that each of our ensembles has made throughout this quarter. Please note that our concerts will begin at 6:30 PM as we will be outside and to accommodate our student recognitions. Please look for additional communication this week detailing student attire, report times, and other concert details.
  
We have a couple of important announcements from our Boosters:

1.  Seniors - we need you to complete the Google Form by TOMORROW (Monday, April 26) to be included in the May 11th concert program and the Senior Spotlights on social media beginning on May 1.  Be sure to include a photo!  https://forms.gle/ZPbrNoSE6SNVc1Uj9

2.  Parents - we need you!!  The BVW Band Boosters are thrilled to announce that Mandy Stone has graciously stepped up to serve as President for 2021-22.  However, we still need a few more parents to step up!  There are a couple of board positions still open - Vice President and Operations.  Additionally, there are a few chair positions to be filled.  Please contact Marty Sinclair (martysinclair11@gmail.com) or Mandy Stone (mandystone@sbcglobal.net) for more information or to answer any questions.  It is going to be a terrific band year ahead!

This Week:

Monday, April 26
Senior info and photo due for concert program. https://forms.gle/P1TkNZX7RxqocJ166

Tuesday, April 27
Solo Recital Night

Thursday, April 29
Winter Guard Recognitions & Get Together
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Next Week:
No special events

Long Term Reminders

May 11 - Spring Band Concert, 6:30 PM - Oestreicher Forum

May 13 - Color Guard Clinics Begin

May 14 - Jazz Band Concert, 6:30 PM - Oestreicher Forum

May 23 - Band performance at BVW Graduation


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BVW Band Families,

Thank you so much for those of you who were able to attend the BVW Band Booster Meeting on Wednesday evening.  We had a great turnout and even a few of you attended through Zoom!  For those of you who missed the meeting, here is the recording of the meeting if you would like to watch.

Click this link to view the Zoom meeting recording: ZOOM VIDEO

As we discussed in the meeting, the real priority in getting things off to a strong start next year is asking YOU to be a part of the new leadership team for 2021-22.  Band is one of the few activities in high school that parents are truly a part of making things happen and are, in fact, a necessity!  Because of the unusual year this year, we need volunteers (incoming freshmen parents and soon-to-be sophomore parents this definitely includes you :) to step into leadership for next year as the band directors need your help more than ever.

Please take a look at the job descriptions and get involved!  The structure of the boosters has specifically been designed to spread the responsibilities out to many so that no one is carrying a heavy load by themselves.  We understand that everyone is busy with jobs and families and life but if we are going to have a strong band season next year we truly need you!! Click the links below to learn more!

Job Descriptions: bvwbb_job_descriptions_2021-22.pdf
BVWBB Organization: bvw_band_board_structure_2021-22.pdf

If you have any questions or just want to talk through some of the specifics of a particular role, please do not hesitate to reach out to:

Marty Sinclair          President               martysinclair11@gmail.com
Derald Herinckx Operations      deraldherinckx@gmail.com

Thank you so much for your consideration and it is going to be a fantastic year ahead with your help!

Dear BVW Band Families,

Happy Easter and Happy Passover to those who are celebrating this weekend! Congratulations those who submitted videos for the KSHSAA Solo and Ensemble Festival! Critiques and results should be available later this week. Please see below for some additional information about this week.

Placements - A reminder to all band members in Grades 9 - 11 that your 4th Quarter Assessment / Placement Hearing Videos are due in Canvas by Friday of this week. Percussionists needing to use the band room to record mallet or timpani can arrange times with a director. The band room is available during Academic Check and after school.

Parent / Booster Meeting - As we plan band activities for next year, our fantastic Blue Valley West Band Boosters (BVWBBB) are also preparing for a return to many of our normal events and traditions. ALL Band Parents are automatically members of the BVWBB, and you have a unique opportunity to be involved with and experience your student's journey through high school band from a front row seat! On Wednesday, April 7 from 7-8 PM, the BVWBB are hosting an informational meeting where you can learn about plans for the marching and concert seasons, fundraising, and opportunities to support our great band program! The meeting will be held in the Blue Valley West Band Room. For parents not comfortable with attending in person, Mr. Love will have a live Zoom running of the meeting as well. Please take a few minutes to attend and learn more about the 2021-2022 Band Program and our BVW Band Boosters!

Winter Guard - Our Blue Valley West Winter Guard Is finishing up their competitive season. They will record and submit their final video for the MCCGA Championships this coming Tuesday. On Thursday they will perform an encore of their show for parents in the BV West Gym beginning at 7 PM. Good luck Guard!

BVW Musical - This week the BVW Performing Arts Department presents their musical, The Little Mermaid. As with all activities this year, the cast, crew, pit, and directors have had to work around numerous challenges due to COVID, but in spite of any obstacles, they have assembled a fantastic production! We have a number of band students filling roles in the pit, technical crew, and on stage - to them we want to say break a leg! And if you want to watch, we recently learned that tickets are being made available to the public - check out https://bvwestjags.com/event-tickets for more info.

Schedule at a Glance
  
This Week:

Tuesday:
 *Winter Guard: 6:30 – 9:30 PM (BV West Main Gym - Competition Recording)

Wednesday:
*BVWBB Parent / Booster Information Meeting: 7-8 PM, BVW Band Room
 
Thursday:
*Winter Guard Parent Performance and Final rehearsal: 6 – 9 PM (BV West Main Gym)

Friday:
*4th Quarter Assessment / Placement Hearing Videos due in Canvas

Next Week:

​No special events
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Have a great week!
 
Mr. Love