THS Instrumental Music Boosters

Enjoy a night out while supporting the arts in our schools! TONIGHT Tuscarora High School Instrumental Music is hosting a fundraiser at the Westview Chipotle from 5-9pm. Use code HBLYVHR online for pickup or show the flyer in store.

Join us next Wednesday!

Tomorrow's Car Wash has been CANCELLED due to the chance of rain. It has been rescheduled to Saturday 9/14/24. Same time and place!

Band camp is just around the corner and we look forward to working with everyone in the coming week. Please read the information below and make sure to take note of the Meeting, Band Camp Snacks and Hydration and Band Payment #2. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Band Camp Schedule:
7/29 - 8/2 from 8am - 8pm
8/5 - 8/9 from 5:30pm - 8:30pm.
Students should arrive at least 15 minutes early to make sure they are on the field at the beginning of rehearsal.

Spirit Week at Band Camp:
Monday - THS Colors - Freshman-Green, Sophomores-Gray, Juniors-White, Seniors-Black
Tuesday - College Day - Wear your college gear
Wednesday - Twin Day - Dress up like one of your friend in the Band
Thursday - Dress like staff (Mr. K or Mr. Hogan)
Friday - Jersey Day - Wear you favorite team's jersey or apparel

Camp Day Tentative Schedule:
8-12 - Morning Visual/Drill Block (Outside)
12-1pm - Lunch
1:00-1:15 - Camp Meeting
1:15-4:00pm - Music Block (Inside)
4:00-5:30pm - Dinner/Team Building
5:30-8:00 - Full Ensemble Music to Drill (Outside)

Be Sure to Bring:
* HYDRATE - bring plenty of water (if you have a large thermos for water please bring it so you can refill throughout the day)
* Lunch and dinner- Please make plans for students so they have meals each day of the week.
* a hat
* sunscreen
* instrument in working condition
* music from mini camps and folder
* athletic/tennis shoes (no flip flops, or sandals)
* comfortable light athletic type clothing

Mandatory Parent Meeting:
We will have a mandatory parent meeting on Wednesday 7/31 at 7pm in the Auditorium for parents and students.
At least one parent/guardian should be at this meeting as we have many important updates/ information for the upcoming season.

Band Camp Snacks:
As in the past, we provide snacks and water/gatorade to keep our Marching Titans hydrated during band camp. Please click here to see how you can help.

https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/10C0545ACA72FA4F85-50301229-band

Deliver your contributions to the THS Band room Monday morning July 29th by 8am.

Band Payment #2:
The second installment of this year's marching band fee is due on Monday 7/29, the first day of band camp. This can be paid online at the link below or by cash/check in an envelope with your child's name on the envelope. Please make checks payable to THSIMB.

https://tuscarora-high-school-instrumental-music-boosters.square.site

Thank you,

Mr. Karos

m.signupgenius.com

Carwash Fundraiser:
We need student volunteers!

On Saturday, July 13th we will be having our first car wash fundraiser from 9am-1pm at Advanced Auto next to Wawa.

Store Info
6602 Crestwood Blvd
Frederick MD 21703

Please stop by and support THS Music Program by getting your car washed.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0545ACA72FA4F85-50114744-carwash?useFullSite=true #/

Band Camp Schedule!
July 29-Aug 2: 8am- 8pm
Aug 5-9: 5:30-8:30pm

Summer Break Notifications:

The band room will be open on Thursday Nights from 5-7pm for practice or lessons.

Practice!!!
Over the summer remind your student(s) to take the time to establish a routine for practice: a little each day helps dramatically in the long run.

Get out side and be active:
Marching Band is something that is physical the more you are outside and active over the summer the better you will be at Camp.

Band Camp:
July 29-Aug 2: 8am- 8pm
Aug 5-9: 5:30-8:30pm

Congratulations to the Tuscarora High School Instrumental Music Class of 2024!!!

Mother Nature is not on our side tonight! Thus we have had to CANCEL the THS Performance at Baker Park. Thank you for your support this year and come out and see us next school year.

Due to the increased chances of rain in the area we will be canceling tonight’s Concert in Baker Park. Thanks for coming to last nights concert and we look forward to seeing you next year.

Fantastic news! School music budget will not be cut. Mr. Karos and Mr. Hogan thank the community for their letters and support.

“I humbly ask that you please reconsider this decision," one parent said during the public comment period. The group included parents, students and educators.

“I found out that rockstars wasn’t the only path for someone in music," a FCPS 6th grader said. "I found something I was good at, I found something I was obsessed with.”

Frederick County Schools won't axe music programs over budget concerns The school board now has to figure out another way to close a $50 million budget gap.

This Week:
Monday 5/13
No Rehearsal!

Tuesday 5/14
Concert Band Dress Rehearsal 5:30pm-8:30pm

Wednesday 5/15
End of Year Banquet - 6pm @ Ballenger Creek Park

Thursday 5/16
Band and Orchestra Concert 7pm

Friday 5/17
Outdoor Concert - 6pm @ Baker Park

Next Week:
Thursday 5/23
May Boosters Meeting - 7pm in the band room

Fact.

Frederick County Residents and Music Supports please read and help us advocate for Elementary Instrumental Music!!!

On Friday, this link will contain the public BoardDocs for May 15 budget cut considerations. https://go.boarddocs.com/mabe/fcps/Board.nsf/Public. Fourth grade instrumental music will be on this list. The only way to fight this cut is through parent and student advocacy and letting the Board hear the community voice. The following are suggested ways you can help:

The most important contribution is attendance at the May 15 BOE with your student(s) in your school band spirit wear/swag. Let’s show them the crowd that comes out to support music in our schools! Signs are helpful!

Consider public comment at the May 15 BOE meeting which is meeting live at Central Office.Information about public comment can be found here: https://www.fcps.org/boe/calendar/3684868/boe-meeting

Draft a personal email to the BOE using [email protected] before May 15.

Use the survey link to provide feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FY25BudgetCommInput

If your time is limited, use this email template to share your thoughts with the BOE via email ([email protected]). Consider adding a personal story or anecdote to the email below to personalize and strengthen your position. Board member emails

Dear BOE members Karen, Rae, Nancy, David, Mr. J, Sue, Dean, and Brooke,

I write to you today with a deep concern that the 4th grade instrumental music program in our Frederick County Public Schools is facing potential budget cuts. As a member of this community and a caregiver in this system, I urge you to reconsider any decisions that would diminish or eliminate this vital component of our curriculum.

This year, FCPS was awarded the “Best Communities for Music Education,” from the NAMM foundation for a variety of factors including the access to music education instruction in elementary school. We had more students audition and participate in middle school and high school Maryland All-State Music Ensembles than any year in the last decade. Eliminating 4th grade instrumental music could recalibrate the district’s success in a comprehensive 4-12 instrumental education. The quality of our middle and high school music programs will suffer tremendously from the loss of this pivotal entry year of small group instruction.

Students who are preparing for a future in music as a career and college pathway will be significantly disadvantaged in their future preparation. The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Pillar 3: College Career Readiness specifically states Arts as a CTE pathway. Additionally, the AIB Comprehensive Implementation Plan specifically states, “The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and the updated CCR standard are not intended to alter the need for high quality programs and content in fine arts, civics, physical education, and other areas that are necessary to provide a holistic education and enable every student to be well-rounded and meet the CCR standard.” (p. 103). I understand the difficult decisions you face in allocating limited resources, but I implore you to consider the long-term impact of any cuts to music education. Our children deserve access to a comprehensive education that includes the arts, and our community benefits immensely from a vibrant and robust music program. “Every child, every day,” means we are committed to providing the opportunities that set our students up for future success.

Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I hope you will stand with us in your commitment to music education in FCPS.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

Frederick County Public Schools: FY2025 Budget Community Input Escuelas públicas del condado de Frederick: Aportes de la comunidad sobre el presupuesto para el año fiscal 2025 Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

THSIMB Calendar

This Week:
Monday 4/29
Concert Band Rehearsal 2:30pm-4:30pm

Tuesday 4/30
Jazz B Rehearsal 3:30pm-430pm

Wednesday 5/1
Full Orchestra Rehearsal 3:30pm-430pm

Next Week:
Monday 5/6
Concert Band Rehearsal 2:30pm-4:30pm

Tuesday 5/7
Jazz B Rehearsal 3:30pm-430pm

Wednesday 5/8
Jazz and Percussion Concert 7pm

Coming up in May:
Wednesday 5/15
End of Year Banquet - 6pm @ Ballenger Creek Park - More details to follow

Thursday 5/16
Band and Orchestra Concert 7pm

Friday 5/17
Outdoor Concert - 6pm @ Baker Park

Congratulations to the students who performed with the Maryland Symphony Orchestra Side by Side Program last Wednesday, and to the All County Jazz students who performed in the All County Jazz Ensemble on Saturday. Both groups had fantastic performances and THS was well represented!

Keep an eye out for a separate email regarding elections for next year's Boosters Board.

Calendar:
Be sure to check the calendar on our website each week! Updates are made regularly and it's the best way to stay up to date on THS Instrumental Music happenings throughout the year.

Congratulations to our students who auditioned and performed with the All County Jazz Ensemble today at Linganore HS. A fantastic and challenging program!

Chloe Cook
Alexander Harris
Hunter Page
Lina Quiros
Ben Yu

Congratulations to Nicholas Beach, French Horn and Lina Quiros, Violin for their selection and performance in the Maryland Symphony Orchestra Side By Side Program. They perform tonight at the Maryland Theater at 7:00pm!!

Mr. Hogan led the Shrek pit, it was excellent as always! Great job.

Opening night for the THS theatre program musical Shrek! The whole cast is doing amazing job. Playing tomorrow night and two shows on Saturday. Don’t miss out! Then Bingo on Sunday. 😁

https://www.facebook.com/THSPAB?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Titan Stage & Performing Arts Department
Tuscarora High School
Frederick, MD
April 18th, 19th, & 20th, 2024

We still need Bingo game sponsors!!! This is the last big fundraiser of the year & it's in just 3 days. We still need 5 sponsors for the $150 dollar games. If your family or business can sponsor a game please go to here or you can mail a check to Mr. Karos at THS (it can come after Sunday). I attached the sponsor information sheet as well. Thank you!!!

2023-2024 BINGO_Business Sponsor letter.pdf

Don’t forget to buy your tickets!!!

Buy your Bingo tickets! JUST ADDED – THS Jazz band performance. https://tuscarora-high-school-instrumental-music-boosters.square.site/

Congratulations to our Western Frederick Indoor Percussion for finishing their season in 3rd place Bronze Medal Finalist out of 17 in the very competitive Scholastic A class in KIDA!! A fantastic performance and a great 2024 Indoor season.

Congratulations to our Western Frederick Indoor Color Guard for finishing in 3rd place Bronze Medal Finalist for the Scholastic AA Division of KIDA!!

KIDA Championships Information for 4/6-4/7

Come out and see both our Western Frederick Color Guard and Percussion perform in championship competition at Chambersburg HS.

Saturday, 4/6
Color Guard- 6:41pm

Sunday, 4/7
Percussion-3:39pm

For ticket and session information please use the link below.

Championships | Keystone Indoor Drill Association Adults $25 per session Students with valid ID $15 per session Senior citizens 65+ with valid ID $15 per session Adults all day Guard admittance $40 Children under three are free