Fanout October 21, 2004

Wanted: fun loving, energetic parents of seniors to help with the All Night Senior Party. It will be held Sunday, June 12, 2005. The party is from 9 pm until 4 am. This is a great, safe way for our students to have one more big bash. There are games, prizes, food, and tons of fun. Many parents are needed to make the event successful. Help is needed for decorating, chaperoning, food, etc.

If you would like to volunteer, please contact Cindy Simpson (734) 455-1331, ceasons556@aol.com or Debbie Scholpieray (734) 455-3291, mom6disney@yahoo.com. For the decorating committee, please contact Julie Fitzsimmons (734) 451-0149. Don't miss out on all the fun.

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With the trip to Indianapolis fast approaching we are in need of 5 volunteers to ride the bus to Indianapolis and back from Indianapolis. The bus will leave on Thursday and return on Sunday. You will not be required to stay at the school with the students, just chaperone for the trip there and back. If you would like to stay with the students that is definetly possible and would be appreciated, but is not a requirement.

If you would like to volunteer or have any questions please email Debbie Creed at dcreed@comcast.net or call me (734)844-8324.

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Volunteer information for the MCBA Championships on October 30 is now posted on the web at www.pcmb.net

To reach this information click in the follwing order:
(1) www.pcmb.net
(2) Schedule (menu bar on left side of home page)
(3) MCBA State Championships
(4) The yellow State of Michigan map

All should check the following:
(1) Volunteer Schedule - an alphabetical listing of assignment and start times (band guides - your start times have changed)
(2) All Job Descriptions - A short description of the job you volunteered for (not all jobs have descriptions). You may want to download and print your job description.

Band Guides - in addition to the above you should chec and print the following. Bring this information with you to the SilverDome.
(1) Volunteer Info Pack
(2) Dome Reentry Policy
(3) Chaperone Ticket Policy
(4) Show Schedule
(5) Maps for Volunteers

Band Check-In/Hand Stampers - Please download, print and bring to the SilverDome the Volunteer Info Pack, Chaperone Ticket Policy and Dome Reentry Policy.

The show schedule will be updated late Sunday or Monday with the performance time of each band.

I want to thank all of you for stepping up and volunteering. A special thanks to those working multiple shifts. My eternal gratitude for those that will be there all day.

Gerry O

Fanout October 19, 2004

All Band Parents,
JUST A REMINDER that there is still a need for digital images for the calendar and banquet slide-show. Thanks to the parents who have provided images so far!!

To date I have NO GLI pictures, and I have only 3 pictures for the JULY 4TH timeframe (realizing it was a wet day, but pictures of tailgating, or after parade festivities?)

Please remember, as STATES and NATIONALS come up, any digitals of those activities would be greatly appreciated. My deadline for getting the artwork to the vendor is the TUESDAY AFTER NATIONALS, so PLEASE REMEMBER to get the digitals to either myself or my wife Dianne Magnusson.

FYI - Dianne will be at the Booster meeting Oct 19th to collect digital pictures. THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR HELP WITH THESE PROJECTS!!!!!

John M.

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All positions are now filled!!!!

This is the first time that I can remember that no guilt, whining or hostage taking had to take place on the last booster meeting before the competition. Thank you all.

I hope to have assignments and instructions posted on our website tomorrow (Wednesday).

For all that volunteered as band guides; two pieces of information:
1. I will not have your specific band assignments until Monday, October 25. When I recieve them, I will have them reposted on the web.
2. Report times may vary as we are trying to finalize the schedule and flow. There will no longer be a security check at the top of the ramp, however we have more restrictive rules governing the air lock. These are being studied and it may effect timing by ten minutes either way.

Once again a great big thank you!!!!

Gerry O.

Fanout Octover 18, 2004

This is a reminder of the final payment, per the Participation Agreement, being due tomorrow, 10/19.

If arrangements have not been made, accounts not paid up tomorrow will jeopardize the student's status in the marching band for the remainder of the year. Please contact John J. if you have questions or concerns.

Thanks!

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What a nice job the band did last Saturday given the terrible weather conditions!

In case you have not heard, they received a score of 80.65. This was the best in Flight I and the best overall. And, this is without the guard and the electronics. Both were not part of the show due to the weather. Please give your son or daughter a big pat on the back for toughing it out and doing so well.

John J.

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Don't forget tomorrow night's (10/19) Booster Meeting. Same place, same time.

We will go over important information for the rest of the season. We will also identify areas where we still need help to give our sons and daughters the best opportunity to give their best performances at States and Nationals.

Fanout October 18, 2004

Only two positions left. Both are for the 7:30am to noon parking shift.

If you want to be a hero contact me (phone: 454-4627) (e-mail: olexsey@comcast.net)

Did I mention free donuts?

Fanout October 16, 2004

Alright we are down to five (5) volunteer positions to fill. Five brave souls need to search their conscience and put an end to these updates and prevent some pretty annoying whining. There has to be five of you that thought of it or had a little inkling but decided to wait and see. Step forward please – It is your chance to a hero!!!!

Open are:
Two (2) Parking from 7:30am to Noon
One (1) Parking from 11:30am to 3:30pm
Two (2) Inside Warm-Up from 9am to Noon

It is no surprise that parking always goes last. I just can’t figure out whether it is working with Rick Paffenroth or the job itself. Upon request we will have Rick put a bag over his head if it makes things easier.

PLEASE KEEP YOUR INBOX CLEAR – VOLUNTEER NOW!!!!

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Candy Sales Cancellation

Regrettably, we are going to have postponed the Candy Sales until later in the year. The issue about not selling peanuts or peanut bi-products (chocolate) has thrown a huge wrench into the system. We are looking at what options we have. But none of them will allow us to get the candy in time for us to sell during our two-week period. We’ll keep you updated.

Peter

Fanout October 15, 2004

I still have 10 spots to fill for the MCBA State Championships volunteer workforce on Saturday October 30. You can do your part in shortening our Booster meeting on Tuesday by volunteering now. You can also eliminate any chance of me doing extensive whining (I can really be annoying).

Most of the open spots are for the morning shift. Please be aware that your student will be fully occupied through out the day. There are plenty of restaurants in the area. Traffic is light on Saturdays; you can drive home until our performance if you wish.

I will also have a small TV at my table in the concourse area (Michigan V. Michigan State).

Here is where I need help:

- Four (4) Inside Warm-Up Area – 9:00am to Noon. This is an inside assignment that monitors the band warm-up in the home or visitor locker room. You need only keep the band on time.
- Two (2) Parking – 7:30am to Noon
- Three (3) Parking – 11:30 to 3:30pm. Even though these are outside jobs, carts will be available. If it is cold you can use a heated vehicle. These openings are to cover Flight IV and Flight III bands. These are small bands so traffic should be light.
- One (1) Outside Air Lock – 8:30am to Noon. Even though this is an outside job, volunteers can stay in the inside air lock once the incoming bands are properly aligned to enter the air lock. If you can help please contact me by phone or e-mail.

If you have not volunteered yet please do. If you can take an extra shift – that would be appreciated. There are many of us working from start to finish.

Thanks, Gerry O.

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The itinerary for the Saturday October 16 practice and trip to Jenison was passed out on Thursday, October 14. A copy of the itinerary is also available on pcmb.net at the event calendar and at pcepbands.net at the schedule. We hope to see many parents, alumni and friends at the competition.

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As you may be aware, there will be no performance of the Varsity, Concert, Symphony or Wind Ensemble on October 21. The next concert will be in December. The date and specifics will be announced shortly and will be available on the pcepbands.net website in the Calendar section.

There WILL BE a gathering of the students in the concert program (Varsity, Concert, Symphony and WE) from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, October 21. All members are encouraged to attend this two-hour concert band evening of collegiality. There will be food and refreshments as well as a program to support the growth and vitality of the concert band program.

The staff looks forward to seeing all concert band program members on the 21st.

Fanout October 13, 2004

Hello All,

Here is an update of what is available. Thank you to those that have responded:

Band Guides with the following Start Times:
8:30am
8:45am
9:25am
9:35am
These are all small Flight IV Bands. Your student will be busy practicing during these times.

Inside Warm-Up Areas (Home or Visitor Locker Rooms) Four (4) from 9am to Noon

Parking (You get to play with a radio and drive a golf cart) Three (3) from 7:30am to Noon Three (3) from 11:30am to 3:30pm

One (1) Outside Air Lock 8:30am to Noon

Call or e-mail me if you can fill one or more of these spots; or if have any questions.

Thanks, Gerry O.

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Emagine Theater Grand Opening Marching Band Performance Thursday, October 14, 2004

On Thursday, October 14, the marching band (Junior and Senior winds, all drumline, some additional percussion, no colorguard) will participate in the Canton Community Foundation Grand Opening event at the Emagine Theater. The performance is scheduled for 6-6:25PM at the theater, which is located at 39535 Ford Rd. just east of I-275 (next to Home Depot). The band will perform in the parking lot outside of the theater in a roped off area designated for their performance. In the event of rain they will be performing in the lobby of the theater.

Regular practice will end early (Mr. Whitlock will announce what time today at practice). Students who are performing should break, eat dinner and then are to meet at 5pm at the band room for bus transportation to and from the event. Students will be wearing performance/contest uniforms.

Students who perform are welcome to stay for a movie of their choice and all the popcorn and pop they can eat and drink for free. Students wishing to attend the movie portion must have a wristband placed after the band performance. PCMB Booster parent Sally Bailey will be on site at Emagine to distribute wristbands to performing marching band students who want to attend the movie/ free concession. The wristband will allow them entry.

As discussed at the booster meeting, parents/siblings/ friends etc. who wish to attend the event will need to purchase a ticket from the Canton Community Foundation. Tickets are $35 each or $100 for a family of four. Ticket includes all entertainment (we hear Emagine has even invited some people from Hollywood), Taste Fest Food from 13 area Canton Restaurants, big door prize drawings, and the movies and concessions. If you have not purchased a ticket yet and wish to attend please call the Canton Foundation at 734- 495- 1200 to purchase over the phone. (A portion of each ticket sold by the band will be donated back to the band general fund by the Canton Community Foundation.)

Movie schedule is as follows:
Shark tale 7pm, 9:15pm
Ladder 49 7:15pm, 9:45pm
Friday Night Lights 7:45pm, 10:45pm
Taxi 8:15pm, 10:15pm
The Forgotten 8:30pm
Collateral 9:00pm

There will also be other entertainment venues to enjoy. This is a great opportunity for a grand night out in support of the Canton Community Foundation and our band program.

Hope to see you there!

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We have 2 finals tickets available. They are located in Section 114, Row 22, and are $35.00 each. Please contact me if interested. First come first served! Karen G.

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Last Call for Tickets for Imagine a night at the movie! Come to a great event…raise money for the band... and say thanks to the Canton Community Foundation for their generous contributions to PCMB.

The Canton Community Foundation is hosting…Imagine a night at the movies this Thursday October 14th.

Our PCEP Junior and Senior band students will be performing at this exciting celebration of the grand opening of the new Emagine Theater in Canton (on Ford Road and Lotz).

The evening includes dinner and a movie:
· An extensive Taste Fest provided by local restaurants
· Live entertainment including the PCEP juniors and seniors in performance.
· First-run movie showings;
· Free popcorn and pop for the concession stand;
· Celebrity appearances; and
· Chance to win variety of prizes.

Tickets are:
· $35 per person
· Or get a Family 4-pack for $100

This event is also a fundraiser for PCMB. For every ticket sold, $5 will be donated to the PCMB general fund. Tickets are available today at at Si and Judy N.’s. Checks or visa/mastercard will be accepted.

Fanout October 12, 2004

Mr. Whitlock and Mrs. Boerma are in immediate need of clerical help for the National Concert Band Festival Trip.

They are seeking someone with good organizational and communication skills who is able to work with them, a travel planner and/or festival sponsors. The person should be able to commit 1/2 to one day per week initially with 1/2 day per week being more realistic after the initial start up tasks are complete. This commitment will last through March 2005.

If you are interested in filling this need or have questions before you can commit, please contact Mr. Whitlock at 734-674-5002.

Fanout October 11, 2004

Bus signup for the BOA Grand Nationals trip to Indy will be Tuesday, October 12, immediately following practice. The signup sheets will be in the band room. Seniors will be allowed to signup first followed, by juniors, sophmores and then freshman.

Any questions contact Debbie C.

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If you plan on having your student ride home with you from Jenison on Saturday, October 16, and you did not sign the list at the booster meeting on Tuesday a note is required. Debbie C. will be in the bandroom Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday after practice to collect the notes.

A student can only return with their parents, they can not ride home with a friend. Thanks for your understanding on this matter.

Thanks!
Debbie

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I have 2 semi-finals tickets ($25 each) available for the nationals this year. Please contact Joanne K. if interested.

Fanout October 9, 2004

Come to a great event…raise money for the band... and say thanks to the Canton Community Foundation for their generous contributions to PCMB. The Canton Community Foundation is hosting…Imagine a night at the movies this Thursday October 14th.

PCEP Junior and Senior band students will be performing at this exciting celebration of the grand opening of the new Emagine Theater in Canton (on Ford Road and Lotz).

The evening promises:
• An extensive Taste Fest provided by local restaurants
• Live entertainment including the PCEP Juniors and Seniors in performance.
• First-run movie showings;
• Free popcorn and pop for the concession stand;
• Celebrity appearances; and
• Chance to win variety of prizes.

Tickets are:
• $35 per person
• Or get a Family 4-pack for $100

This event is also a fundraiser for PCMB. For every ticket sold, $5 will be donated to the PCMB general fund. Tickets will be sold today at the GLA at the volunteer check in booth.

Fanout October 8, 2004

Please send $3.00 with your student to cover the cost of dinner. All parent volunteers please park in the PLYMOUTH staff lot.

Thank you!

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I have received the updated Price Lists/Order Forms. For those of you who have participated in this fundraiser in the past, the prices for chicken have increased and the chicken 12 packs have been deleted. Order forms will be available begining tonight at the Script Table. As a reminder, the fundraiser dates are below:

Start on October 5th. Order forms will be available at the Booster Meetings and at the Script Table on Thursday nights.
Final date for turning in completed order forms will be Thursday Night October 22nd.

Order pickup is scheduled for November 11th at the Dottie and Joe K.'s House

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Greetings all,

This is a letter I just received from the Band Director at Marian Catholic High School. I thought it would be appropriate to share with our friends, our parents, and our employers. Have a great weekend and we'll see you at the Band contest this weekend! Marc Whitlock.

Dear PCEP Band Members and Parents:
I am sorry that this letter took so long to get to you. I am sure that you understand the schedule that exists here at the band office since you walk the same walk as us at Marian. As I am sure it is with you, we are working feverishly to finish our show and begin the job of polishing.

All apologies aside, I could let no more time slip away before I passed my thanks on to you. Our stay at Plymouth was simply the best. Obviously, much ground work had been done before our visit to ensure that all would go smoothly and that everyone in your school community was aware of the details. Because of the great job of preparation, the stay was absolutely smooth running and
very comfortable. ( I mention this because many of you are unaware of the large amount of paperwork and communication needed to make a stay like this possible. At Plymouth, Mr. Whitlock even gave us pre trip information on the number of showers available.) From a mechanical standpoint alone, our stay would be qualified as a great success, but you students, your parents and the entire Plymouth-Canton family made what was already a good trip a great one.

It was so very obvious from the smiles and waves that greeted us that very late Friday night, to the shared cheers at Pontiac, from the Saturday night pizza, treats and camaraderie, to the great breakfast provided by your parents on Sunday, that you are one of the truly special programs in the country. Your attitude and caring was obvious from every vantage point of our stay, whether it was in a short conversation with one of your members, a shared experience with a parent or in simply watching you work in rehearsal and preparation for performance. As much as I was warmed by your hospitality, and inspired by your attitude, I was not surprised at the existence of such a great community. I have shared marching fields with Plymouth since 1990 and have enjoyed so very much sharing the experience with such a powerful program. I have come to know over my years as band director that for any group to survive and stay strong in our activity takes not only much hard work, but a great heart as well. It was such a pleasure to finally experience the heart of your program "close up
and personal." Add to this great experience that I got to spend time with my two dear friends, Mr. Whitlock and Jennifer, ( and to meet Kelly, Mr. Whitlock's wonderful fiance) and I cannot think of a better weekend!

Please know that the weekend at Plymouth took me from a long time fan to full time friend.

Thank you so much for a great experience. I wish you the very best this season and always. See you in INDY!!!

Greg Bimm
Director of Bands
Marian Catholic High School

Mr. Whitlock, Please pass our sincere gratitude on to your school administration. I know that they did not have to extend us such a friendly welcome. We are all in their debt for taking a chance on us.

Fanout October 7, 2004

The volunteer schedule for this Saturday is now posted on our web site. It is at the following link: http://www.pcmb.net/SCH/2004/2004-GLI-AlphaMaster.pdf or go to pcmb.net, click on schedule, click on Great Lakes Americana, and click on volunteer schedule.

It is sorted alphabetically. Check and confirm your assignment. Contact your chairperson with any questions. Remember to park in the Plymouth High parking lot and check in with the volunteer check-in table. The check-in table will be at the small gate entrance right across from the main concession stand.

Thank You (GO)

Fanout October 6, 2004

Our kids will be eating dinner at CANTON cafeteria on Saturday. Please remember to send $3.00 to cover the cost of their meal (pizza, salad & beverages). If you volunteered to help with serving dinner, please be there around 6pm.
* Anyone bringing baked goods for the kids - please drop them off at Canton Cafeteria BEFORE 6pm.
* Anyone working GLA - please park in the Staff lot at Plymouth High School. (It is the lot closest to the band practice field)

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We have three aunties from WI who have just decided to join us in Indy....eight years of nieces in band and they have only seen the videos! We have gotten a room for them, but would love three tickets together if we could get them, rather than random....and with Plymouth boosters would be the greatest. Thanks! Marla H.

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Photos for this event are now available online for viewing at: http://www.bandorders.com/go.asp?1106993 Make sure to share your photos with family and friends by using our unique “send to a friend” feature. We hope you enjoy the photos!

Regards,
The Jolesch Photography Team

Fanout October 4, 2004

Chicken and Steak fundraiser will start on October 5th. Order forms will be available at the Booster Meetings and at the Script Table on Thursday nights.

Final date for turning in completed order forms will be Thursday Night October 22nd. Order pickup is scheduled for November 11th at my House. Questions, contact Joe K.

Fanout October 3, 2004

Prepait Nationals Tickets are in.

I will be at the Booster meeting on Tuesday at 6:30 pm. so please come before the meeting begins at 7:00 so we can get the tickets distributed. Please pass the word...some people are not receiving fan-outs due to a system glitch! Also, I have four extra $27 tickets available for purchase...first come (with $), first served!

Go PCMB!

Jeanne S.

Fanout October 1, 2004

We have an opportunity to pick apples at Plymouth Orchard. We make money for our account and we also get into to a great fall event. Unfortunately it is this Saturday at 9:00am in the morning. I have approx 5 places open for people to pick and make good money. Please call me or email me if you are interested or call me and leave a message and I will get back to you asap. Thanks, Dottie K .

Fanout September 30, 2004

We are down to a little more than a week before the GLA show, and there are still many work shifts in various areas that need to be filled. It is critical that these spots be filled, to insure that our largest fundraising effort of the year is successful.

For whatever reason, our level of committment from the booster organization as a whole is lagging way behind previous years. I find it rather ironic that, when we decided to co-host this year's show with Livonia Franklin, their biggest concern was the level of committment they would have from their parents. Well, their parents have come through. They march 77 students and their parents have signed up for 64 work shifts. By contrast, we march 190 students and we have filled 80 work shifts. We need to step up too!!

If you have not committed to working GLA yet, please do so. If you have already signed up for one shift, please consider signing up for another. Come to the booster meeting next Tuesday, October 5th ready to do your part. If you can't be at the meeting, give myself or one of the committee chairs a call and we'll be glad to help you find an assignment.

To many of us, working GLA is the most fun and rewarding day in the entire band season. Come give it a try. You owe it to yourself and most of all your student.

Rick P.

Fanout September 29, 2004

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HELLO FELLOW PARENTS

It's the time of year for the annual PCMB BANQUET SLIDE-SHOW and 2005-2006 Calendar to be put together. Any BAND parent with digital pictures of the Marching band, or Day Band performances/activities throughout this past calendar year, PLEASE submit pictures for use in these two projects.

The more organized the files are labeled, the easier the assembly will be for both jobs. Can you imagine getting 2000+ digital images to sort thru? If everyone takes just a few minutes to labels the files or put them in folders (i.e. Summer camp, or Car Wash) it would be greatly appreciated.

The more pictures the better. Please submit one of three ways:
1. emailed to: STOCK94GT@YAHOO.COM
2. given to TUBA JOHN M. at school on CD or thumb drive* 3. dropped off at my home. SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 15, 2004 Any images of NATIONALS Nov 4-6 need to be submitted ASAP after the competition.

*Any CD's submitted will not be returned, but if you label your thumb drive, I will return it via my son to your son/daughter at school.

THANKS FOR YOUR INPUT, your cooperation and for your support for the bands. Please remember:
DEADLINE for pictures is: Oct. 15, 2004 Any questions, please don't hesitate to call. Thank You, John M. (Tuba John's Dad)

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Hey everyone it has come to our attention that other bands have clever ways to get the attention of the crowd and welcome their band onto the field so some of the band boosters thought it might be a good idea to get the crowd ready for our great show by using train whistles to welcome in our group. How does that sound to you? We would like to order some authentic train whistles and sell them at Scrip night. The whistles will cost $6.00 a piece. If you are interested please let Joan B. via email . She will organize a purchase but time is of the essence so let her know by Friday, Oct. 1. Thanks!!

Fanout September 26, 2004

Message 0

"I have had the opportunity to find a set of loading ramps for our deserving band. The ramps come with no cost. “DM” Atlas will let us use for weekend competitions. We have three or so more weekend needs for these ramps but I am unable to transport to and from DM. We will need to pick up ramps on Friday before competition and return by Monday 7:00 AM. We need someone who has either a trailer or pickup truck. These ramps are fourteen feet in length. I transported these ramps in my mini van for regionals but the task was dangerous.” Please contact Jerry B. for further information.

Message 2

Mr. Whitlock would like to remind everyone that there is no practice tomorrow (Monday). Everyone should get some rest and come back Tuesday ready to continue the momentum we are gaining.

Mr. Whitlock and the entire staff would like all to know how proud they are of the students' performances on Saturday. They have been working hard and it showed.

Message 3

I learned a short while ago that Dr. Ryan, PCCS Superintendent, has received a number of emails from boosters today. These emails are on the subject of our inability to gain access to the varsity stadium on Saturday including threats to withhold votes for the sschool bond issue.

The access to the varsity stadium is being addressed at the appropriate level of the administration. I was in contact with the PCCS Facilities Director on Saturday and followed up with him this morning. Please let me assure that no one is more interested than he in finding out the glitch in their system that did not allow the appropriate approval documents to the proper people. He is even more interested in preventing it from happening again.

Each of us must vote the way we choose on the Bond. As far as the band program and the ability to grow the music program, passage of the bond is critical. We all have a right to be mad, angry or frustrated over last Friday and Saturday's occurances at the varsity stadium. However, the bond issue is too big to be decided on the actions of perhaps one individual who did not get the form OK'ing our use of the stadium. We can solve that problem. We can't solve many other problems if the bond does not pass.

Please help our cause in another way. While I can not tell you not to write Dr. Ryan, I can ask you not to write him any more on this. I'm doing that now. Any further contact about withholding votes, etc. will only do harm to our long-term cause.

Thanks for your anticipated cooperation. If you want to get back to me, please feel free to do so at jacksonj46@aol.com. Thanks!

John Jackson, President PCMB

Fanout September 25, 2004

Hi All,

FYI, a youth percussion ensemble from Iowa, Sheltered Reality, will be performing during worship (11 am) and in a concert after lunch (1 pm) at Fort Street Presbyterian Church in Detroit this Sunday, Sept 26. They are all about their message this year - youth homelessness awareness. For information/directions (ask for Dana): 313-961-4533; 631 West Fort Street, Detroit, MI. The performances are FREE !!!

Thanks for your time.
Randy C.

Fanout September 22, 2004

Message 1

First a clarification. The Phone Bank on behalf of the school district bond proposal will take place this Sunday from noon to 5pm at the Michigan Education Association Offices on Ann Arbor Road near Haggerty. At yesterday's booster meeting we thought it would be held on Monday and Tuesday.

I still need volunteers to represent our group. You do not have to be there the entire day. Even if you could stop by for an hour or 1/2 hour your support will be appreciated. You will be making calls to fellow boosters and booster alumni. It will be "friendly" calls not "cold" calls.

You certainly have the privilege of making up your own mind on this issue, however please when making up your mind take into consideration how important thsi bond issue is to the program we actively support.

If you can spare a small portion of this Sunday please contact me (Gerry O.) by phone or e-mail. Thank You

Message 2

Just a reminder that we will be having an information meeting in regards to our invitation to attend the National Concert Band Festival in Indianapolis. The meeting will be held tomorrow (Thursday) at 7:15pm in the Plymouth Band Room.

Eric Martin from Bands of America will present information about the festival. We will also begin discussion on trip logistics. Parents and students are urged to attend. Performing at this festival is an honor and is by invitation only. Please come and learn about this rare and prestigous performance experience.

Message 3

Deb Early and Charlene Tennant still need 8 volunteers to do Band Guides for GLA. They will have a sign-up tomorrow evening at Script. We need to get these spots filled! Thanks!

Fanout September 21, 2004

We are need of two winches to help move the train tracks. If anyone has one, please contact Wayne U.Also, we need help with painting the train tracks on Wednesday, September 22nd at 7:00pm at Plymouth High School.

Thanks,
Wayne U.
Crew Chief

Fanout September 20, 2004

Message 1

Leotards need to be finished by this Saturday. The fabric is expected to be in on Monday. WE NEED HELP CUTTING AND SEWING!!! No experience required. Please call Lisa B. or myself Vickie, after 5:00 pm on Monday to double check if the fabric is in. We are planning to sew every night this week starting at 7 ish at Lisa Benages house. Vickie W.

Message 2

Band Check-In and Band Guides are NEEDED!!! We need to have 6 people volunteer for check-in, 4 of which are needed from 4:00 - 7:30 pm. The other two volunteer shifts are from 10:30 am - 1:30 pm. Also, we need 14 more Band Guide volunteers, which includes all of flight one. Please help to make Great Lakes Americana a great success. You can sign up to help out at this Tuesday's Booster Meeting. If you are not going to be there, contact Deb E. or Charlene T. to sign up for one these positions.

Message 3

This is a reminder of tomorrow's (9/21) booster meeting. It will be at the usual time, 7:00 PM, and the usual place, Plymouth High Band Room. This will also be a good time to make sure your account is current or better yet, paid ahead. The expenses just keep on coming and we want to avoid using on line of credit. Any help on your part will be appreciated.

Message 4

The tarps for the show need to be painted this week. We will not be able to paint them outside. The space needs to be at least 20 feet wide and, ideally, 50 feet long. However, other combinations could be acceptable. An area the size of 1/2 a basketball court could work well. The tarps would need to be painted on Wednesday afternoon/evening and left to dry until Friday afternoon.

Anyone knowing about a building, barn, warehouse space, etc. with these dimensions is asked to call Jennifer L. Thanks!

Fanout September 17, 2004

Message 1

Novice "Uniform Magician" needs your assitance to complete the fitting of band students with their concert attire (tuxedos & dresses.) I will be in the band locker room area Friday morning (9-17-04) from 7:15 AM - 11:00 AM, as well as every morning the following week until this task is completed.

If you can help or have any questions, please contact Rosy.
Thank You!

Message 2

We will be at the school at 9:00 to start the stripes for the uniforms. If you wish to stay when you drop off your marcher, that is fine. Or anytime you can come back. Thanks to all who took the material for cutting. Remember to send it back by Sat. morning.

Betty

Fanout September 14, 2004

Message 1

We need to have about 300 black stripes cut out for the uniform sleeves. We will have the material available this Thurs. at scrip. We would like to have it back by Sat. We are intending to begin attaching them this Sat. at 10:00. If you can help, please join us. If you still have any gauntlets or supplies at your home, please return them by Thurs., even if they are not done. Thanks,
Betty

Message 2

Time is running out to order your 2004 show pin.

You can place your order this Thursday at Scrip pickup or at the September 21 booster meeting.

Pins are $5 each, payment is required when the order is placed.

Questions contact Debbie C.

Fanout September 13, 2004

Please email Jeanne Snyder if you can be a part of the Marching Band Banquet Committee.

On Tuesday Evening, November 23, we will be celebrating this Marching Band Season with our annual Banquet in the Plymouth HS cafeteria. I am looking for volunteers to help me with the details for this year. Please email me if you can help with the planning and I will put together a meeting very soon.
It is a lot of fun to see it all come together...but we have to begin the process now! Thank you so much!

Jeanne S.

Fanout September 10, 2004

Message 1

LOOKING FOR MARCHING BAND BANQUET COMMITTEE

On Tuesday Evening, November 23, we will be celebrating this Marching Band Season with our annual Banquet in the Plymouth HS cafeteria. I am looking for volunteers to help me with the details for this year. Please email me if you can help with the planning and I will put together a meeting very soon. It is a lot of fun to see it all come together...but we have to begin the process now!

Thank you so much! Jeanne S.

Meaasge 2

Reminder!!! Pizza Sales are here for your fundraising pleasure. Orders are due on September 23rd at Script night. Delivery will be September 30th from 4 to 7 down the hall from the Script table. Please call me with any questions. If your order is ready, call me and we can meet up, please do not leave the order with the lovely ladies at Script. They have enough work to do. Thanks, Dottie K. at work or home.

Fanout September 9, 2004

The Rotary Chicken BBQ is this Sunday, September 12. The Plymouth Rotary has been very kind to the band over the years and we would like to help them again this year. We have committed to furnishing 70 students and 8 adult chaperones to help. We have the adults but we need more students.

There are two shifts - 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM and 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM.

The sign up sheets are in the band room and will be there through Saturday. Please check with you son or daughter to see if they are signed up for this very worthwhile cause.

Fanout September 6, 2004

Message 1

Hi everyone. If you have not yet signed up on the PCMB Online directory, please do so soon. There is a link right on the members page and you will find a "Help Cheat-sheet" right there too.

Remember that since the link is on the members page you need our ID and Password to get there. Look for the link on the upper right portion of the members page: http://www.pcmb.net/MP/Member.htm.

Check out the cheat sheet. There is a procedure there for putting a link right on your desktop so the booster directory will only be a click away when you need it.

Thanks, Tony

Message 2

Don't forget tomorrow's Booster Meeting - 7pm in the band room.

Message 3

REMINDER! Beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, September 7th, practice will be from 2:45-5:45pm - please check the calendar on the website on a regular basis! (pcepbands.net) THANKS!

Fanout September 4, 2004

To all who volunteered to be washer parents-we will have your list of marchers and instructions ready Tues. Please come see Tracey or me before the meeting.

Gauntlets and button covers must be returned Tues. We still have a lot of gauntlets to cover before Sat. Please, please help-we need sewers to finish this job. If lots of you could take just a few, we can get this done.

Betty

Fanout September 2, 2004

Message 1

Pizza Fundraiser is alive and running. Orders are due to me by September 23rd at Script night. (You can also bring them to the September 21st Booster Meeting). Delivery will be on September 30th in the hallway down from the Script table between 4:00 and 6:30 in the afternoon. Sell all you can to make that great money for your account. Any questions please call me Dottie K.

Message 2

Great Lakes Invitational GLI is coming up October 9th! Orders for Personal Ads are now being accepted. Personal ads will be printed in the GLI Program, which promises to be bigger than ever thanks to the large number of bands participating in the event and because of our cosponsor Livonia Franklin.

If you would like to send a special mention to your son, daughter you need to complete a 2004 Personal Ad form. Forms will be available at Script night, the Booster meeting September 7th or can be downloaded from PCMB Website, under Member Resources section, Forms, 2004 GLI Personal Ad Form.

This form provides all the instructions you will need to create your ad. Ad copy is due no later than September 10th. Questions? Call Jacksie H. or Judy M.

Message 3

There are some openings available for working in the Johnny Kola food vending booth at Arts, Beats and Eats in Pontiac the coming weekend (Friday, September 3 through Monday, September 6). Work 11a.m. to 11:00 p.m. or split shifts, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. It pays $8.00 per hour into your band account.

Call Guy R.

Fanout September 1, 2004

Message 1

All uniform pants that were taken home for hemming must be returned ASAP.
Please return them well marked with the marchers' name. Also, if you owe money for any items from fitting day, please send it in so that the items can be distributed when they come in.
Betty.

Message 2

2004 show pins now on sale at Thursday Scrip pickup and at the Tuesday Booster meetings. Pins are $5 each, payment is required when the order is placed. Questions contact Debbie C.

Message 3

For Sale: Two tickets to the BOA Nationals Final show. In the upper deck, between the 30 yard lines. If anyone is interested contact Debbie C.

Fanout September 1, 2004

Please note: Beginning next week, practice times will change to 2:45 - 5:45 pm. Please check the calendar on a regular basis for any changes! (pcepbands.net)

Fanout August 29, 2004

Message 1

Hi all-

We are going to need some help putting on the button covers this Thurs. during scrip time. Please come - it is not hard lots of people make short work. Also, if you have gauntlets, please bring them by Thurs. We also have a lot more to be sewn-please help. The first competition is very soon.

We are not having a lot of luck yet with dying the gloves. It will be possible but we need help with a good method. If you have any experience, please let us know. We are getting down to the wire here. We are going to have to do this in batches.

The shoes will be ordered shortly, but they do not have wide sizes under 11. We will order 1/2 size up.

Thanks to all who have helped so far. Please join us to get this job done.

Betty

Message 2

Fund Raising Opportunity--This comes just at the right time--when we are trying to close out our band accounts for the year.

Johnny Kola needs some people to work in his food vending booth at the Pontiac "Arts, Beats and Eats" this coming weekend Friday, September 3 through Monday, September 6. We need 2 or 3 people for all shifts. A shift can be 11:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. or split shifts of 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

The job pays $8.00 per hour into your band account. Parents, grandparents and teenagers (must be 16 or at least look 16) are welcome.

The job entails working in a food vending booth (cashier, grill cook (turning kielbasa or turkey legs) or sandwich builder--none very difficult.

If interested contact Guy R.

Fanout August 27, 2004

Greetings from Lake Ann. The music is sounding stronger and better everyday. The students are working very hard. The weather is cooperating by raining (often) late at night.

For those coming up on Saturday to see the show, the present weather forecast calls for a nice start to the afternoon and a temperature of close to 70 degrees. Please park in the parking lot just before and left of the main gate. If this lot is full, please park in the RV park on the opposite side of the main driveway.

The staff, students and chaperones are looking forward to having you see what the has been accomplished this week - it's alot. You can be very proud of you daughter/son. New drill arrived and added to the show. It is very cool.

Our music arranger, Don Hill, and creative consultant, Lorenzo Medrano, are here this week. If you get a chance, feel free to introduct yourself. If you haven't met our new Assistant Director yet, we're sure Brad Green would enjoy saying hi also. Brad will be with us for the entire year.

The show will begin at 1:30 PM on saturday. If you would like to join us for lunch there is still a chance. The cost is $5 and may be paid as you enter the dining hall.

Please drive safely and we hope to see you tomorrow. If you are unable to make it, please let your daughter/son know that you heard how hard they worked (and played) and that everyone at camp is very proud of them.

Fanout August 22, 2004

Message 1

Just wanted everyone to know that even though we got off to a late start, the students have all arrived to camp safely.

Thanks,
Claudette

Message 2

Due to band camp, there will be no Kroger/Script this Thursday 8/26. Also, if you need to send a fan-out, please contact Claudette U. Thank you.

Fanout August 21, 2004

The following are reminders of several important items for band camp:

1. If you still have not turned in a medical authorization, you MUST do so in order to get on the bus.
2. Sleeping bags, bedding and instruments should be dropped off TONITE between 5:00 and 8:00 PM at the yellow band trailer at PHS. The truck will NOT be available on Sunday morning.
3. The bus will load at 8:00 AM Sunday morning - please be there before 8:00 AM.
4. Money - please do not forget money for the fast food stop on the way home. If you have not contributed your $10 for water at band camp, please bring that on Saturday night or Sunday morning.

Thank you to everyone who brought their band accounts up to date!

Fanout August 19, 2004

Boosters, alumni, staff!

Please remember to signup on the PCMB on line directory, before band camp if possible.

The online directory gives us all access to each others name, number, and info conveniently accessible on the internet. Safely located in the password protected PCMB members page. If you have not signed in yet, please do so today. If you have problems, call or email me at tvink@ameritech.net.

There is also a printable “cheat sheet” on the members page right next to the directory icon.

Thanks,
Tony

Fanout August 18, 2004

Message 1

We are disparately in need of a driver for Friday (August 20th) around 6:00 am to 6:30 am to take Tom C.& Jerry B. to pick up the second tractor we need to go to band camp. It is about a 2 1/2 hour drive one way (northeast of Grand Rapids). This company has graciously donated the use of this tractor for the whole band season. If you are able to drive them, please contact Wayne. See contact info below.

Wayne U.

Message 2

All missing medical forms must be turned in at Thursday evening-Kroger Meiger, Script night between 5:30-7PM at Plymouth High. Students will not be able to board the buses for Band Camp without these forms.

Message 3

Blow-Out PCEP/PCMB Music Sale! Day Band and Marching Band Music CDs. ONLY $5 each, if purchased before Band Camp. Available at the Fundraiser Table (Plymouth H.S.) this Thursday. All proceeds go to PCMB Scholarship Fund. Great music; a great cause. A great way for new parents to experience the talent of the PCEP/PCMB music programs A must for the ride to Band Camp - get 3 or 4 for the long drive.

What's New ? Last year's day band concerts, arranged by band

- All Wind Ensemble Performances 2003-04 (fall, winter, spring) on a single CD
- All Symphony Band Performances 2003-04 on a single CD
- All Varsity Band and Concert Band Performances 2003-04 on a single CD

What's in the PCEP Archives ? Two Wind Ensemble compilations

- Wind Ensemble, All Spring Concerts 2002, 2003, 2004 on a single CD -'Best of Wind Ensemble' 2002 - 2004 on a single CD (includes 3-Penny Opera, Carmina Burana, Pictures at an Exhibition, Profanation, and of course Stars and Stripes Forever)

Also from the Archives - Jazz at the Penn - May 2002

- Music from the first live jazz ensemble show, both Jazz I and Jazz II bands

And of Course - Marching Band Show Music

- PCMB Marching Band Show music from the past six years, 1998 - 2003

All available at the Fundraiser Table, 5:30 - 7:00 pm this Thursday, August 19.
See you there,
Randy C.

Fanout August 16, 2004

Message 1

Thanks to everyone who helped with uniform fitting on Sat. It went pretty smoothly. We still have several people who need to be fit. We will be there Tues. and Thurs. at dinner break.

Thanks also to all who have been helping with our sewing projects. If you have something at home we need it back asap because there is still more to be done. If you can come during dinner break, we can have some helpers start covering buttons (no sewing) while we are fitting the uniforms. Many hands make light work. If you are bringing your child dinner, consider staying for a while.

Betty

Message 2

Saturday's results of the Car Wash-a-thon was 1043 cars. For the students who received pledges for per car washes, please use the number noted. On behalf of Gary S. and myself, we want to thank all the student and parent volunteers who participated in the event. The weather was good, and students and parent pitched in to make the car wash a smooth and successful event. It sure helps to have people commited to make events such as this successful. For those who still need to turn in their pledges, I will be at Kroger-Meijer Thursday evening. We will also collect pledges in the September Booster meetings. Thanks again.

Gary H.

Message 3

The Spring Arts and Crafts Ensemble information is now on the PCMB members page. You can now download an exhibitors reservation form (application form) from this page. Please hand them out to family and friends. Application deadline is November 24th. Don't forget our show is Saturday, March 19th 2005. If you have any questions please contact Diane V.

Message 4

The following students are currently listed as taking the bus home from camp. If your student is planning on going home with you, please email me Claudette U. and let me know. Thanks.

(List deleted for Web, see fanout email)

Fanout August 11, 2004

Message 1

It's time for the All Band Family Picnic!!! Students, Parents, Siblings, Grandparents...open invitation...come one, come all!

This Friday, August 13 from 6:00-8:30 p.m. @ Plymouth Township Park (known to some of us as McClumpha park) at the large Pavillion (to the right as you enter the park) The park is located at 46640 Ann Arbor Trail on the north side just east of Beck Road, west of Sheldon .

Please bring silverware, grilling utensils, meat to grill (and buns if needed:), non-alcoholic beverages for your family, and 1 or 2 side dishes ready to share (salad, dessert, or chips etc) If you have a tablecloth that can be used to cover a picnic table, bring that too! Plates, cups, and napkins will be provided!

The new PCMB grills will be fired up once again for this exciting event...don't miss out on the fun we'll have together... feel free to bring footballs, frisbees etc! You may even want a swimming suit (or change of clothes) if the weather is cooperative...there is an awesome sprinkler system there (something tells us that someone MAY end up getting wet!)

See you there!

Questions?

Contact Jean J.
or Jeanne S.

Message 2

Chris is recovering extremely well as many of you have seen and is currently going through some testing...the first of which he passed with flying colors. Chris will be attending the mini-camp sessions even though he won't be able to play his sax for the remainder of this week and will be at Lake Ann. He and his family want to thank everyone for their prayers, cards, and goodies they have sent or dropped off to their house.

Fanout August 9, 2004

Message 1

Please congratulate Mr. Marc Whitlock on his engagement to Ms. Kellie Bohlman. For those of you that have met Kellie you know what a wonderful person she is. Kellie is the Associate Pastor at the Rosedale Gardens Presbyterian Church in Livonia; she is also a psychologist.

If you have not met Kellie please take the time to introduce yourself when she is around. You will be quite surprised by how much Marc has over-achieved in finding a wife.

WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY KELLIE!!!

Marc marrying a minister and psychologist…..there are a thousand one-liners here…..one of the better ones is that Marc will make a great husband or one heck of a case study!!! No firm date has been set yet. They are looking at late June of next year. Mr. Whitlock fully understands that any date is subject to him filling out his Excused Absence Form for each absence day at least two weeks in advance and his request being approved.

There is a fundraiser in here somewhere; we just have to find it.

Message 2

THERE ARE STILL QUITE A FEW MEDICAL RELEASE FORMS AND HEALTH APPRAISALS (PHYSICALS) THAT HAVE NOT BEEN TURNED IN. THESE FORMS ARE MANDATORY. DO NOT SEND THESE FORMS TO SCHOOL. EITHER BRING THEM TO THE AUGUST 10TH BOOSTER MEETING OR MAIL THEM TO :

KAREN N. OR
KATHY S.

The PCMB volunteer nurses are looking for some help!

1.Please join us early at the next booster meeting Aug.10 at 6:30 if you have any medical background and would like to volunteer helping at some of the upcoming competitions. It's a great way to be involved with the kids.

2.The nurses are always in need of medical supply donations....especially with upcoming Band Camp we will need to stock up now. Below is a small list of items we could use:
Ace wraps- any/all sizes
4x4 gauze pads
medical tape
one time use ice packs
over the counter medications-tylenol, ibuprofen, advil, sudafed
bottles of hand sanitizer
small drinking cups 2-3 ounce size

Thanks, Kathy and Karen

Message 3

Attached is a list of students that are still missing medical forms or whose forms are not complete for PCMB.

These forms are required to participate and attend band camp.

Do not send these forms to school with your child, they should be turned in at the booster meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 7 PM.

Thank You
Karen N
Kathy S

Message 4

REMINDER: Students begin practice this Wednesday (Aug 11) from 1pm - 8:30pm. Please pass this information along! Also, please refer to the band website - the calendar is updated.

Thank you, Kathy C.

Message 5

Reminder: The August Booster meeting will be tomorrow, August 10th at 7:00 pm in the band room at Plymouth High School. Deb, Claudette, Rosy & Shelley will be there at 6:30 pm to take payments, sell scrip, get forms signed and answer any questions on your statements. We will also be available during the break in the meeting. Please plan on taking care of your business during these times. Thank you.

Don't Forget To Purchase Your PCMB Logo Wear! Just in time for band camp. If you are interested in purchasing logo wear, Cathy Shasko from the Monogram Factory, will be at the booster meeting tomorrow at 6:30 pm through the end of the meeting to assist you.

Message 6

I only have 17 Bands of America Grand Nationals Finals tickets left!!! They are $27 each and are between the 15 and 30 yard lines. I will not know if they are upper or lower bowl seating until I receive the tickets. They will be sold on a first come with payment, first served basis. I will be at the Booster meeting at 6:30 tomorrow night. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to email or call!

Thanks!

Jeanne S.

Fanout August 8, 2004

The car wash will be held on August 14, 2004. The band and color guard members should be soliciting pledges. Extra instructions, pledge tickets and sheets are available on the website. If a band or color guard member needs to know the time that he/she is scheduled to work, or if you've any other questions, please contact Gary S.

Fanout August 3, 2004

Reminder, the August booster meeting will be Tuesday, August 10th - 7pm in the bandroom.

Judy & Si have graciously purchased 100 copies of "Hour Detroit" featuring our band. They were able to get them at 1/2 price and will be selling them for $2.00 at August's booster meeting. If you are not going to be there and would like a copy, contact Judy or Si.

Fanout August 1, 2004

Message 1

The Plymouth Canton Marching Band was featured in "Hour Detroit" - great pictures and article of our marching band. It's in the August issue. Copies can be purchased at Barnes and Noble. (use scrip!) Thanks to Barb H!

Message 2

Great News!!!!!!

Chris is out of Intensive Care. All test have shown great results. He most likely will be coming home tomorrow. Mary and Dennis A. would like to thank all of you for your support. Keep those cards coming --- they are a great pick-me up! (GO)

Fanout July 31, 2004

Yesterday, while on vacation, Chris had an accident while wake boarding. He suffered a depressed skull fracture. According to Chris' dad Dennis, Chris underwent surgery at the University of Michigan. Dennis reports that all things considered, Chris is doing well. He is alert, responsive and mobile. He is expected to remain in the Intensive Care Unit this evening and transfer to a regular room tomorrow. They hope to have him home by the weekend.

Please keep Chris and the Aten family in your thoughts and prayers. You may send get well cards (they are always aprreciated) to the A. house. (GO)

Fanout July 29, 2004

Message 1

The following acceptance letter from Bands of America was received this week. It is a great honor for the Wind Ensemble and the PCEP music program. We will discuss more details of the trip in the coming weeks as well as fundraising opportunities.

July 23, 2004

Marc Whitlock, Director
Plymouth-Canton Ed. Park
8400 N. Beck Rd.
Canton, MI 48187

Dear Marc,

It is with great pleasure that we announce the acceptance of and confirm the participation of the Plymouth-Canton Ed. Park Wind Ensemble in the 2005 Bands of America National Concert Band Festival presented by Yamaha. The performance level of all of the auditioning bands was quite exceptional again this year as the level of excellence continues to rise. With a maximum number of groups that can be invited, this makes the selection process most challenging. Based on the recommendation of our distinguished panel of evaluators and on behalf of Scott McCormick, President of Bands of America, and the BOA Board of Directors, we are pleased to extend this invitation and recognition and look forward to your performance in Indianapolis next spring. Congratulations!

This invitation to the 14th annual Bands of America National Concert Band Festival through the audition process is a great honor, and we are sure that your ensemble will represent your school, community, and state with an exceptional performance in Indianapolis during March 10-12, 2005. We promise to make what has been called by participating directors and students a “positively life-changing experience” one of the most memorable events of your teaching career.

Again, on behalf of Scott McCormick and the BOA Board of Directors, we send you our very best wishes for the coming school year. Gayle and I look forward to working with you leading up to and during the 2005 event.

With sincere congratulations,

Message 2

Great news! The PCEP Marching band was voted "Best of Parade" in the Canton Liberty Fest Parade. This is the overall award and quite an honor. The letter announcing this award was accompanied by a check for $200. This will go into the general fund.

Please congratulate your son/daughter and other members of the band. They were great and others recognized it, too!

Fanout July 28, 2004

Message 1

Many thanks to all who took some 'home' work for the uniforms. We will be there both Wed. at dropoff time and Thurs. at scrip to collect finished work and pass out more. We will set up a time for a button covering party soon. Betty

Message 2

There was recently a problem with the company that hosts our band calendar and the data was temporarily lost. Our calendar should be up and running in a couple of days. Thanks to Mr. Vink for working on this problem for the band. See you at practice, Mr. Whitlock

Fanout July 24, 2004

Message 1

The opening in the golf outing has been filled. Just a reminder for all of those participating in the Golf Outing this Saturday, July 24. Check-in time is 10:30am for both golfers and entertainers. See you there.

Thanks, Steve & Dennis

Message 2

Just a reminder that the car wash is scheduled for August 14. Band and color guard members should be soliciting pledges, which are applied to your account. Additional instructions, pledge sheets and tickets are available on the website. At the next booster meeting, we'll need additional adults to volunteer to work at the car wash. If you've any questions, please contact Gary R. S.

Message 3

Hi all,
I opened my inbox today and found all but 8 of my emails missing. I was amazed yet puzzled. Even happy for a split-second :-)  After talking with the rep at AOL, this is what I found out from them on the phone:

"There has been an error on AOL's system and thousands of emails for many subscribers whose last names begins with W, Y, and Z have been accidentally deleted. We are working on this problem. However, many emails may not be recoverable. We will know in a few days." If you have sent an email to me and I have not responded to you, could you please resend your email? I would be grateful.I will be out of town until Monday evening, July 26. Thanks for your patience and please do not hesitate to call me on my cell if needed.

Take care, Marc Whitlock

Fanout July 23, 2004

The August Booster Meeting date has been changed. It will now be Tuesday, August 10th. Due to a number of families taking advantage of the August 2nd week for vacation after their child finishes summer school, the meeting is moved.

We look forward to seeing everyone at the August meeting. There will be lots of info about band camp, fall events and important info to make your lives easier.

Fanout July 22, 2004

PCMB Online Booster Directory
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Please help me test our online PCMB Booster directory.

I have nearly completed a writing program which we will be using for our On-line booster Directory. It is much nicer than last year's! You can go back to your data any time you want and update it as needed. You can even print the directory in a nice formatted style.
And best of all, you can look up phone numbers online when the printed booklet may not be Available.

However to be comfortable that the thing is going to work well for us, I need as many boosters as possible to test it out.

The online directory has 3 parts. The main display where all of our names and phone numbers will be found, a form for you to enter your own information, and a setup screen where you can configure what the main display will look like.

I am asking that everyone on the fan-out take a few minutes in the next several days and try out all three parts of the on line directory. This is just a test so any data that you enter into your form will be erased in a couple of weeks. You can make stuff up if you like. There already are a bunch of fake names in the directory. Give it a good workout. Don't worry about breaking anything.

I think the program is pretty self explanatory, so instead of me explaining it all here, just go and try it out. There is no need to contact me if everything works properly for you. However, if you have trouble or something is not working, please email me.

You can find the "test" version of the on line directory on the members page, near the top. Click the icon with the caravan on it, labeled "Test the online directory".

Thanks,
Tony

Fanout July 21, 2004

Matthew H. would like to cordially extend an invitation to attend his Percussion Recital this Thursday evening.

Where: Plymouth HS Band Room
Time: 7:30 PM-8:30 PM
Date: July 22, 2004

Reception: After Performance, in the small band room next door

Thank You Very Much,
Jacksie and Matthew

Fanout July 20, 2004

Message 1

Due to practice cancellation for tomorrow the final cabin and bus sign-up has been rescheduled to Wednesday, July 28 at 4:00pm. Any student not signed up for a cabin or bus after July 28 will be placed in an open spot.

Message 2

At the July 28th practice all wind players must come prepared with the following memorized:

- The first six warm-ups
- The first half of The Matrix
(GO)

Message 3

Due to the cancellation of practice, we cannot pass out uniform jobs Wed. If you were planning to help (please), we will be at scrip pickup Thurs. to hand out jobs. We need sewers (not a hard job) and cutters. See you then.

Message 4

We have one opening for the PCMB Golf Outing this Saturday, July 24.  Check in is at 10:30am, tee time is 11:00am, dinner following. Cost is $125, with $25 credit going to the individual member fund raising account. Don't miss this one of a kind outing, a guarenteed good time!
If interested please call, Steve G.

Message 5

Marching Band practice has been cancelled for tomorrow because of lack of availabilty of the school facility.

The practice scheduled for Color Guard and Percussion on Thursday will be held as scheduled.

The school is unavailable because the floor maintenance schedule (stripping & waxing)has been accelerated to this week instead of the normal August schedule.

An update on rescheduling the final cabin and bus sign-ups will follow shortly.
(GO)

Fanout July 19, 2004

Message 1

This year there are going to be some modifications to the uniforms. The magicians will need much help with the 'spells' to accomplish these tasks. There are four items to be done. We are going to start with two of them this week. We need both sewers and non-sewers. This week it will be take home tasks. If you can help (please) stop and see us this Wednesday when you drop your marchers off for practice. If you do not drop off your child and would like to help, please call me. We especially need sewers-all the gauntlets have to be changed. Lots of helpers make quick work.

We are going to need gray gloves this year, so we are probably going to have to dye them. If anyone has any experience with this, please let us know. We are also in need of another magician this year. Please consider this fun position.

Betty B.

Message 2

Final cabin sign-ups will be July 21st. at 4:00 pm. The following students have not signed up for cabins:
(Deleted for web)

Final bus sign-ups will also be July 21st. at 4:00 pm. The following students have not signed up for a bus:
(Deleted for web)

Any student who is not signed up for a cabin or bus on July 21st will be placed in an open spot.

Fanout July 17, 2004

If your name is on this list your medical forms are overdue for band! These forms are mandatory and must be turned in now.
DO NOT SEND THEM TO SCHOOL. Mail them to: Karen N. Kathy S.

1. Medical Release (MR)-found on the PCEP Marching Band web site- 2 pages-must be noterized 2. Sports Physical (SP)-to be done at your doctors office.

Fanout July 13, 2004

As previously announced, cabin sign-ups will be done at Wednesday practices for winds and percussion. Guard is being done separately through Mrs. B.

The sign-ups will begin tomorrow, July 14th. The sign-ups will begin promptly at 4:00 PM for seniors. A senior may sign-up herself/himself and any others for their cabin. Next, a junior may sign up himself/herself and anyone else for their cabin. We will do this until all students are assigned OR until 4:45 PM. Any remaining students will be able to sign up after 9:00 PM. This process will be repeated on July 21st, if necessary. Anyone not assigned after July 21st will be placed in an open spot in a cabin.

If you have questions or any concerns, please contact John J.

Fanout July 10, 2004

We need some strong, healthy band kids to help George Shea with delivering water and ice at Art in the Park today and tomorrow. If anyone is available he would appreciate your muscles. Please call George's cell if you can help. Any amount of time is appreciated from 10 am to 7 pm Saturday and noon to 5 pm on Sunday. Thank you in advance for your help.

Fanout July 9, 2004

Message 1

Mark Adams, the PCMB Visual Caption Lead, is looking for a good home for his two cats. They are two year old brothers named Colby (orange and white coat) and Jack (black and white coat). They are extremely playful and a lot of fun to have around the house. He is moving to a new home in Ann Arbor and, unfortunately, can not take them with him. He is hoping a PCMB family will be able to give them a good home! Please call or email Mark with any questions.

Message 2

Tammy was sent home from the hospital today.

Message 3

As you all know we are selling water at Art in the Park this week-end. Gene and I signed up for the 10 AM till noon shift on Saturday. Gene has been requested for a higher calling at the same time! The crew is having a meeting to discuss prop strategies for the coming band season. Gene is a real clever guy but he has yet been able to master the art of being in 2 places at the same time. I am looking for someone who is willing to help me sell water at the above mentioned time. Please contact me.

Kathy and George Shea are still in need of volunteers to sell water at various other times during the week-end. Please give them a call if you are willing to spend a few hours at Art in the Park.

Fanout July 8, 2004

Tammy S. is at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. She will probably be there for several more days. Please keep her in your thoughts. Send a card, or if you are in the area, she says she would like company. I will update this message with any further info.

Betty B.

Fanout July 6, 2004

Message 1

This is a reminder that there is NO July Booster meeting. The next Booster meeting is Tuesday, August 3, 2004.

Message 2

This is a reminder of this week's practice from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Wednesday, July 7th. Please make sure each band member brings: pencils, breathing tubes, black towels, music, instruments and tennis shoes.

This is also a reminder that Mr. Whitlock would like a two week notice if your child will be absent from a Wednesday practice. This makes it possible to properly plan for the practice session.

Thanks!

John J.

Message 3

We are still in need of volunteers to sell water at Art in the Park this coming weekend, July 9-11. If you can help please call George or Kathy Shea at 451-0563.
Thank you..

Fanout July 2, 2004

If you have any questions or would like to work Art in the Park selling water, please contact Kathy or George S. Thanks!!

Fanout June 29, 2004

Message 1

Now that we have successfully made it through DCI, it is time to get your golf game and clubs ready for the PCMB outing, Saturday, July 24.

The PCMB Golf Outing is right around the corner.
The last day to register to play in the outing is Thursday, July 8.
This date is also the last day to turn in a sponsor sign.
Our final numbers are due to the course 7/10.

For each paid golfer at $125, the individual band member receives $25 credit to their account.
Sell a sponsor sign for $200 and the individual band member receives $100 credit to their account.

Come as a single golfer or a group.

Registration forms are available at Scrip on Thursdays and at www.pcmb.net/golfflyer.

Registration forms can be dropped off at Scrip or mailed to:
Steve G.

Highlights of the outing include, musical entertainment by our band members, Las Vegas hole, Hole-in-one opportunity to win a car lease from Dick Scott Dodge, closest to pin, longest drive, many more. Any questions please call Steve G. at work or Cell

Thanks, Steve

Message 2

We still need several more volunteers to sell water during Art In The Park, July 9-11. Please call or e-mail me if you can work during any of these times:

Friday July 9
2-4 pm (need 3 more people)
4-6 pm (3 people)
8-9:30 pm (2 people)

Saturday July 10
10 am-noon (need 1 more person)
noon-2 pm (2 people)
2-4 pm (1 person)
4-6 pm (2 people)

Message 3

If your name is on the list below ( deleted for web ), we do not have a general permission slip turned in for your student. You can access this form on our website at PCMB.net. Click the member resources link (user name: pcmb, password: mbr99) it is under Form Central (General Permission) or you can come in on Thursday scrip night between 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm at Plymouth High School in the hallway in front of the band room and we will have forms available there. When you have completed your form, you can mail it to Claudette U. or turn it in at Thursday scrip night. Scrip will be open every Thursday in July. Thanks!

Message 4

Since there is no booster meeting in July, if you would like to receive your statement with your balance as of June 30, 2004 you may pick them up at scrip night every Thursday through the month of July between 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm at Plymouth High School in the hallway in front of the band room. We will not be mailing them. The next booster meeting is scheduled for August 3rd. Incoming members please note there is a payment of $150 due on July 6th. You may drop off your payment at Thursday scrip night or mail them to Deb J. Returning members do not have any payments due until August 3rd.

Message 5

The Equipment Crew is looking for a few more members to join our gang. We are responsible for getting the equipment on the field during competitions and making the props that are used in the show. One of the highlights is going on the field during competitions including States and Nationals. It's quite a different view then being in the stands. If you are interested in joining, please contact Wayne U. at home or Cell.

Thanks,
Wayne

Fanout June 23, 2004

We thanked everyone else last night. It is now time to thank Booster Members.

THANK YOU to everyone who helped make the DCI show an overwhelming success! While the total financial numbers are not available, we know we did well.

The phrase "it takes a village" is certainly true in the case of this show. So many Boosters and students played multiple roles to staff all the positions and responsibilities. There are also a number of "secret heroes" who contributed to the success in a big or small way. We thank them too. Then, there are those committee heads that put in incredible amounts of time to prepare for this show in less than three months. Those committee heads are:

Rick P.
Gerry O.
Mark S.
Lorraine P.
Kathy C.
Peter J.
Si N.

Thanks, too, to Marc Whitlock for proposing we do this and giving his advice and support whenever needed. We will pass along the final results soon.

WELL DONE!!!

Fanout June 21, 2004

Message 1

All band members who are in town should plan on attending the free clinic the Cavalier's are hosting tomorrow afternoon from 4-5:30pm at the Varsity Stadium. Please pass this information along to all your friends! Thanks.

Message 2

Car Wash

Each marching band and color guard member should have received a packet with the car wash instructions, tickets and pledge forms during band camp last week. Although a small charge for the car wash expenses is charged to each member, this is an excellent opportunity to raise several hundred dollars toward your personal accounts. Please contact Gary H. or Gary S. should you need a packet or have any questions. Additional tickets, pledge forms and instructions are available on the pcmb website.

Message 3

We understand that there is some confusion among those that would like to watch the rehearsals of The Cavaliers and Madison Scouts. The Cavaliers are already here and practicing at the Varsity Stadium today and tomorrow (they are sleeping at Discovery Middle School).

The Madison Scouts will be arriving tomorrow and are staying at the Summit and will be practicing at Heritage Park near The Summit. If you have any other questions as to where a specific Corps is staying or practicing please call Gerry O.

Fanout June 21, 2004

Message 1

Several items for DCI:

- If you have any idea where the yellow aprons w/pockets are, please contact Rick Paffenroth.

- Students working at DCI should wear their white summer uniform shirt.

- Parents working at DCI, please wear 'yellow' band gear and your pcmb name badge (if you have one)- this will help identify who is working.

- Anyone working at DCI needs to check in at 'Will Call' at the ticket booth.

Thanks!!

Fanout June 18, 2004

Message 1

I (Gerry Olexsey) need some quick volunteers. I have to say in over six years this is the strangest request I have ever had to make.

First a little background. Each of our Corps attending our event on Tuesday have a traveling kitchen. Thsi is how they feed their group. Each has a drain for dishwater or regular drain water. Normally all we have to do is locate them next to a sewer and they drain right to the sewer. I bet you did not know this, but:

THE PARK HAS NO EXTERNAL SEWERS IT ALL GOES TO RETENTION PONDS!!!!

Therefore we need to catch their water in tubs and empty them inside the drains in the school. I need volunteers for the following:

- 2 to 3 on Monday to handle two meal times for one Corps
- 6 to 9 on Tuesday to handle two meals for three Corps

If you can volunteer you will be my hero in life and someone I will try and emulate if I ever decide to grow up. Student volunteers are welcomed.

Please contact me by e-mail or by phone, or see me tonight where I can kiss your feet in public.

By the way they trap nay food particles or solids so we will only be dealing with dishwater at worst.

Thank You

Message 2

Remember to join us for the tailgate after practice. We need people to bring card tables. A couple of our PCMB white tables are missing in action. Please call Shelley O. with any questions.

Also if you volunteered to stay with the band or be an on-call host please see Gerry O. this evening.

Fanout June 17, 2004

We need your help ... We are looking for a flatbed trailer that we can transport golf carts for the DCI event. Do you have one in good shape that we can use? Please call Peter J.
Thanks!

Fanout June 16, 2004

Message 1

The following times are still available for security at DCI:

Noon - 3p: one more person needed
2:30p - 5:30p: 3 people more needed
5:30p - 8:00p: 3 more people needed
7:30p - 10:30p: 5 more people needed

Please contact Peter J. if you can help out. Thank you!

Message 2

This Friday will be the first official tailgate of the 2004 marching band season. Come join other booster families at 5:00pm in the Plymouth High parking lot. (You are welcome to come at 4:30pm and help set up).

Making their world premier will be our new PCMB super-duper industrial strength barbecue grills.

What you need to bring for your family: Meat or other food to be barbecued on the grill (we may need a few volunteer grill masters) A dish to pass (dessert or side) Barbecue cooking utensil Your favorite non-alcoholic beverages Tableware Lawn chairs, Following the barbecue there will be an end of camp performance for family and friends. The performance will start at 6:30pm. Come see what our students have learned this week.

YOUR EVENING IS NOT DONE YET!!!!!!

After the performance students and families are invited to the Summit in Canton. Bring your swimsuits; the entire facility is open to us.

In order to offset the cost of renting The Summit we are asking for a donation of $2 per student or $5 per family. Donations will be collected at the door.

Fanout June 14, 2004

Message 1

Dont forget to vote! The polls are open till 8:00.  And don't forget E.G. Nicks!

Message 2

Medical forms are due now.   Please do not send medical forms in to the instructors during mini camp. If you did not turn them in at a booster meeting....PLEASE MAIL them to me.

Remember:
The Sports Physical is required for all first time members to the band-marchers or guard. This is done at your doctors office. I realize MD appointments are difficult to get, so just email me if it's scheduled (so we can make a note that "it's coming")  Medical Release forms are to be notarized before they are turned in. Please keep a copy of all forms you turn in ( in case there is issue of "missing/lost forms" )

Thanks,

Karen N.

Fanout June 13, 2004

Message 1

If you have a DVD player and cable that we can borrow; EG Nicks is willing to play our video's on all their tv's tomorrow - contact Randy Commissaris. THANKS!

Message 2

I am completing the facility and host requirements for next week's DCI Show. I am in desperate need for three more volunteers to spend the night with a corp.

I want to thank the following for volunteering:
Randy C.
Rick T.
Gregg G.
M.J. C.
Dee L.
Theresa K.

We have the Cavaliers spending two nights with us because they have agreed to conduct a clinic. If I missed you on this list (spending the night) please contact me. If you could spend the night please contact me.

Thank You, Gerry O.

message 3

A few reminders for this week:

Voting: Do not forget to vote tomorrow, June 14th the the School Board Elections. E.G. Nicks Fundraiser (tomorrow, June 14th) located in downtown Plymouth...reminder...they will not be taking script tomorrow. DCI Tickets will be available Thursday during script from 5:30-7pm. Practice all next week - come prepared.

Thank you!!!

Message 4

PCMB will be hosting it's first craft show on March 18, 2005! This type of event takes plenty of advanced planning. Diane V. has graciously taken on the chairperson position for this activity. We are having our first planning meeting on June 14 at 7:30 PM at Diane's home. If you are interested in working on the planning phase for our first craft show contact Diane.

Thank you,
Kathy S.

Message 5

Summer uniforms will be available for pick-up tomorrow following practice. Mrs. Kokoszka will be there to pass them out. Also, if you have not paid for them yet, she will be taking payments tomorrow. Thank you!!

Fanout June 11, 2004

Mr. Whitlock would like to remind all to come prepared for tomorrow's practice. Many students have not been prepared at previous practices. Make sure each students brings the following:
Notebooks
Sheet Protectors
Music
Instruments
Breathing Tubes
Water Bottles
Proper Footwear

The forecast for tomorrow does not call for rain. Be prepared in the event the weather changes.

Thank You

Fanout June 9, 2004

Hello PCMB Boosters

The PCMB Golf Outing is fast approaching. We could be on the verge of having a very good fund raising effort for both individual member accounts and the general fund.

For each paid golfer at $125, the individual band member receives $25 credit to their account. Sell a sponsor sign for $200 and the individual band member receives $100 credit to their account.

Come as a single golfer or a group.

The cut off date for sponsor signs is 7/6 booster meeting.

We do not have a firm cut off date for the exact number of golfers, however we have tried to plan for a shot-gun start. To do a shot-gun start Fox Hills requires a minimum of 60 golfers, right now we have checks for 20 golfers. The course would like the shot-gun plan confirmed by the end of next week 6/18. Overall interest indicates 60 is possible. If you plan to participate in the outing please register as soon as possible.

Registration forms are available at Scrip on Thursdays and at www.pcmb.net/golfflyer.

Registration forms can be dropped off at Scrip or mailed to:
Steve G.

Any questions please call Steve at work or cell. We look forward to seeing you at the 4th Annual PCMB Outing, 7/24, at Fox Hills.

Thanks, Steve G.

Fanout June 8, 2004

Thanks to the crew that helped spread new topsoil Monday night.  We need more help on Wednesday, June 9th at anytime after 6:00 PM. This is a chance to do a really nice job and give the band a good practice facility for this fall.

The school district grounds department will be delivering more dirt on Wednesday. They will distribute it with the front-end loader to the low spots and to save us some work. We will need to finish spreading the piles of dirt and raking. We will then finish by putting down new seed.

Please stop by for any amount of time you are able to give to this important effort. Thanks!

Fanout June 7, 2004

Please get all uniforms, tuxedos, shakos and suspenders turned as soon as possible! Make sure they are clearly marked with your students name (and dry-cleaned)

Fanout June 4, 2004

Two additional chaperones are needed to accompany the band to graduation this Sunday, June 6th. The buses leave at 11:15 AM from the Plymouth High parking lot and return at 6:00 PM. Please contact John J. if you can help. Thanks!

Fanout June 2, 2004

Message 1

We'd really appreciate it if you would complete the attached form ( even if you are not able to be there ) for Friday evenings Band Banquet, Please return it to Kathy C. ASAP! THANKS very much!!

Name:

List involvement in school activities & leadership roles:
( Any after school activities, clubs, ensembles, Solo & Ensemble, leadership roles, i.e. Drum Major, Section Leader, etc. )

Plans after school ( include any awards or scholarships )

The College or University you are planning on attending ( or undecided if you're not sure ), your area of study and any scholarships and awards you have been awarded.

Please write a short message to your parents:

Message 2

If you have any extra tickets for Salem's graduation, please contact Heidi R. THANKS!!!

Message 3

We need 5 to 10 volunteers to finish spreading the additional dirt that was delivered to fix up the marching band practice field and to re-seed it. The volunteers are needed on Monday, June 7th at 6:30 PM. It should take more than 60 to 90 minutes if enough people will volunteer.

As mentioned at last night's Booster Meeting, we have an opportunity to significantly upgrade the marching band practice field. This is being done through a partnership between the Plymouth High School administration, the athletic department/boosters and the Music Boosters. Arrangements have been made to have the field watered all summer long so there should be a great field for the band to practice beginning in late summer.

Please email John J. if you are able to help out on Monday, June 7th. Thanks!

Fanout May 30, 2004

Message 1

I am starting to get desparate!!!

I need volunteers to act as hosts to our guests. Specific needs are as follows:
(1) Five volunteers to spend the night in a school where a corp is staying.
(2) Eight volunteers to be on call (a phone call away) in case they need assistance. This may include greeting them when they arrive at 1 or 2 in the morning.

Please contact me (Gerry O.) by e-mail or phone.

Message 2

It's almost June, and PCMB medical forms are due. If your child is new to the band this year, whether a marcher or color guard, they will need a Health Appraisal/Sports Medical form completed by their doctor.

Also, EVERY STUDENT needs a PCMB medical release form-which needs to be notarized! This form is available on the band web site. We again will have a band parent available to help you get that form notarized at the next booster meeting.

Any questions please call Karen N. or Kathy S.

Fanout May 28, 2004

Mr. Whitlock has received nearly 300 emails this week and is trying to answer them all. However, he seems to be losing ground. If you are waiting for an answer, please be patient. If your matter is critical and needs an answer immediately, please use 734-674-5002 instead of 734-582-5666. Thank you.

Fanout May 27, 2004

Message 1

This is a reminder that the Booster Meeting will begin at 6:30 PM on June 1, 2004. This is being done to accommodate the School Board Candidate Forum we are hosting. The meeting will be in its usual location in the Plymouth High band room.

Please plan to attend the Forum and feel free to bring your questions for the candidates. This is your chance to get answers to your questions and send a message to the candidate about what is important to you.

Message 2

The following information can be emailed to Kathy C. or turned into Mr. Whitlock or Mrs. Boerma on Tuesday, June 1st. THANK YOU!!!

Seniors!

Please complete the following form and return it to Mr. Whitlock or Mrs. Boerma by Tuesday, June 1st. We will be using this information for a program for the Band Banquet on Friday, June 4th, so it is important we get it back on time.Thank you very much! Mrs. Blackley & Mrs. Cox

Name:

List involvement in school activities & leadership roles: (Any after school activities, clubs, ensembles, Solo & Ensemble, leadership roles, i.e. Drum Major, Section Leader, etc.)

Plans after school (include any awards or scholarships) (The College or University you are planning on attending, your area of study and any scholarships and awards you have been awarded.)

Please write a short message to your parents:

Message 3

Please pass the word along about the band banquet on June 4th. It is for all band members - day and marching. Please pass the word along to non-day band members that are in Marching Band! THANKS!

First Annual ALL Band Banquet
Friday, June 4, 2004
Plymouth Cafeteria
7pm

Dear Band Students and Parents,

Please join us to celebrate the 2003/04 Music Program at Plymouth Canton Education Park. We will be having a delicious Potluck Dinner, honoring our seniors and giving out other awards. Let us stress that this banquet is for ALL band participants including, Varsity, Concert, Symphony, Wind Ensemble, Marching, Pep Band, Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Band and ALL other Ensembles!!!!

The banquet begins at 7pm and dinner is planned for 7:30pm. Every family needs to bring the following: Table service (plates, napkins, silverware and cups)
2 – 2 liters of pop or juice

Also, in order to be sure that there is enough food for all, each family should bring at least 2 covered dishes. One of these must be a ‘main entrée’ type and the other should be either a salad or dessert. (Keep in mind that there is usually an abundance of desserts).

THANKS TO ALL – LET’S HAVE A GREAT TIME CELEBRATING MUSIC AND THE 2003/04 SCHOOL YEAR!!!!

If you have any questions, please contact Joan B. or Kathy C.

* We would appreciate any help (students & parents) with clean up! Thanks!

Fanout May 24, 2004

Message 1

To the PCEP Bands Family. I just want to say thank you for all the support you've shown me over the past years. Especially in the past couple weeks with all the partys, cards, tokens, and thank you's! I can't believe it's been since the fall of '99 that I have been a part of this organization, but I have been very happy to have been a part of such a great team. I wish nothing but the best for all of you. I will miss you all dearly.

:) Brian

Message 2

One of our marcher's family owns a cleaners. Sarah J.'s mother would like to offer a price of $5.00 for cleaning the tuxedos and/or the red and blue uniforms. Please consider taking those items there.

S & L Cleaners
Sheldon Center Road
Near Subway and Cottage Inn

Message 3

This is a reminder that tonight's band concert begins at 7:30 PM in the Logan Auditorium at Salem High School.

Fanout May 21, 2004

Message 1

Just a reminder!!!!

Be prepared for rain. If there is no lightning or other threatening conditions we will be outside tomorrow for parts of our rehearsal. Plan accordingly by bringing a poncho or other rain gear.  Don't forget your water, sunscreen, lunch, instruments, paper, pencil, etc.

Message 2

I will be fitting summer uniforms tomorrow during the lunch break and at the end of practice. You will need a check (made out to PCMB) or cash. The cost is $30.00

Thanks, Joanne K.

Fanout May 20,2004

It is time again to start planning for the annual PCMB Car Wash. Timing for the event is set for Saturday August 14 from 9 am – 5pm at the Canton parking lot. This fund raiser can be one of the best fund raising activities monetarily for you and a way for the teenage marcher to help out with the fund raising. We wash approximately 1200 cars each year as a free car wash and raise funds through pledges that each marcher gathers. We expect that all marching band members attend for 2 hour shifts that day and we need plenty of Adult helpers also. Please clear your schedules to help out that day. Gary S. and Gary H. will be presenting additional information about signing up and following up with pledge forms.

Some important information:

· At the June 1st Booster meeting, adult sign up forms will be available.

· Pledge forms will handed out to marchers during the Saturday June rehearsals and during the minicamp in June. At the same time, sign up times for the marchers will be available.

· The car wash is planned to occur on the same day that uniform fitting occurs in August.

Gary H. Gary S.

Fanout May 19, 2004

JUST A REMINDER!!!! MAKE TIME TO WISH OUR GOOD FRIEND FAREWELL AND GOOD LUCK

Please join us in wishing Brian Miller good luck as he moves on to Georgia to continue his education. We will wish Brian farewell on Thursday, May 20 in the Band Room from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. If your last name begins with a letter from A through L please bring a six pack of pop. Those with last names beginning with M through Z please bring a munchie. Cake will be served.

For those new to the program, Brian was our assistant director last year. He coordinated the program while we were between directors. He led us through a very difficult period and will always remain a friend of this program. Parents, alumni and students are invited.

Fanout May 18, 2004

Message 1

All current seniors--if you are marching in the Memorial Day parade you can get your yellow jacket this Thursday between 5:00 and 6:00. Please bring your cleaned red and blue jacket back at that time. Pass the word along to all the seniors.

The Uniform Magicians

Message 2

We are a go for the Internet access for National Rooms.

Here is what you do:

1. Go to www.Indy.org/conventions
2. Choose the Grand National Championships 3. A screen will come up asking for your access code and check in/out dates (11/4/2004 checking out 11/7/2004) BAGPLY1105 (new!) 4. Follow the directions after that as to your own personal information and your needs. That code again is BAGPLY1105

Any Questions Call Dottie K.

Fanout May 17, 2004

Please join us in wishing Brian Miller good luck as he moves on to Georgia to continue his education. We will wish Brian farewell on Thursday, May 20 ( this is the correct date ) in the Band Room from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. If your last name begins with a letter from A through L please bring a six pack of pop. Those with last names beginning with M through Z please bring a munchie. Cake will be served.

For those new to the program, Brian was our assistant director last year. He coordinated the program while we were between directors. He led us through a very difficult period and will always remain a friend of this program. Parents, alumni and students are invited.

Hope to see you Thursday.

Fanout May 13, 2004

Message 1

The Plymouth Lions Club has awarded the Music Boosters three $500 Scholarships for 2004. One of the scholarships will be in the name of Bill Fehlig, Charter Member of the Lions Club.
These scholarships will be awarded to marching band members applying for scholarships through the normal channels. If you have questions about the scholarship process or how to qualify, please contact Mark S. or John J. All inquiries will be handled in a confidential manner.

We are grateful for the ongoing support of the Plymouth Lions Club.

Message 2

More great news! The Plymouth Rotary Foundation has given the Music Boosters $1000 for the purchase of instruments. The Plymouth Rotary Foundation has been a regular contributor over the years. We are grateful for their generosity and ongoing support.

Message 3

Terrific news! The Canton Community Foundation has responded to our Request with a Grant Award of $11,500. This money is specifically earmarked for purchase of much needed muscial instruments. We are truly grateful for the generosity of the Canton Community Foundation.

Fanout May 12, 2004

Message 1

Steak & Chicken Order Pickup

When: Wed, May 12th
Time: 5:00PM
Where: K House

Joe K.

Message 2

Relay for Life is this week-end. Luminaria donations should be turned in at scrip this Thursday.

I'm happy to say that we have quite a few band students signed up to walk! I'm very proud of them. There are still plenty of times available for anyone else who wishes to participate.

The long range weather forecast indicates good weather for the week-end: Partly cloudy with a hi around 70. Just perfect for several laps around the pond at Heritage Park.

Hope to see you at Relay!

Kathy S.

Fanout May 10, 2004

Sorry for the mix up!! Pizza orders are due to me this Thursday, they need my order by Monday the 17th at Noon. Anyone may drop off orders to me my house this weekend and they will be processed. Orders will be delivered on May 20th down the hall from Script Night. We will be having two more sales this season. One in September and one in December. Sorry again for the mix up. Dottie K.

Fanout May 7, 2004

Message 1

Please hold off on trying to get a room for Nationals as there is a problem with the password. I am in contact with the travel bureau at this time and will do a fan out as soon as I find out.

Message 2

Hi all,

Please note that the Master calendar for the total program is located at www.pcepbands.net, and then click on "Events."

Many students are forgetting about rehearsals and times. We've lots of absences due to "I forgot." Please go to the date or event, click on it, and it gives you more detailed info.

Note that this week the marching band rehearsal is from 12-6pm. This has not changed from the original published calendar from February. We wanted to give the prom folks some time to sleep in. Also, I have added four Wind Ensemble rehearsal times that are new that we must have to be able to play our music. I had two full rehearsal last week and two this week due to tests and field trips. Please check carefully if you are in that group.

I hope everyone is well and here's to a great Saturday!

Take care,
Coach Whitlock

Message 3

Bands of America is sold out of the center seating. I have ordered the next best tickets which are $27 and between the 15 and 30 yard lines. I could not specify upper or lower...so we will have to see what they send us at the end of October.

We will reimburse you the difference ($8 per ticket) after I get the details worked out with Peter J.

Thank you for your patience in this matter. If you have any questions, please contact me.

Jeanne S.

Fanout May 6, 2004

Message 1

The Little Professor Book shop in downtown Plymouth is closing its doors on the first of June. Anyone holding scrip for the Little Professor should use it before the first of June.

Message 2

BOA GRAND NATIONAL’S ROOMS INDIANAOPOLIS, IN NOVEMBER 4-6,2004

It’s that time again to make plans for Grand Nationals. It is time to make your room reservations. Over the 3-day event we have rooms reserved for PCEP at a great rate. We will be staying at the Crowne Plaza at $146.72 per night (tax included), the Hyatt Regency at $133.28 per night (tax included) and the Marriott Downtown at $155.68 (tax included).

All the hotels are very close to the Dome. We have in the past two years worked it so that you can make your reservations via the Internet. If you don’t have Internet access at home, the Plymouth and Canton Libraries have computers with access to the Internet available, or find a band family willing to have you over to make your room reservations. I will be coordinating rooms this year and am willing to help those without Internet access over at my home.

Do not call the hotels directly or you will not get the price break BOA has arranged for PCEP families. All reservations must be made before October 8th. It is possible we could run out of rooms by then, so the sooner you reserve the better! However— a word of caution — do not reserve more rooms than you will use because for every room you cancel after September 1st you pay a cancellation fee of $25. Any rooms reserved and not cancelled by 11/1/04 will cost you one full night’s lodging plus tax. A credit card must be supplied at the time you reserve the room. If you have friends or family who want to come to Grand Nationals, you can have them reserve their own room and supply their own credit card information and they can still get into our PCMB block of rooms using our code.

We will have plenty of rooms to go around— but again the earlier you reserve the better! Confirmations may be sent to you via e-mail, fax or snail mail.

Here goes… ...by Internet:
1. Go to www.Indy.org/conventions.
2. Choose the Grand National Championships.
3. A screen will come up asking for our password and that is … ..BAGPPA1105.
4. On the left you can enter the dates of Nationals which are Nov. 4-6th...leaving the morning of the 6th.
5. Follow the directions after that as to your own personal information and your needs.
By Phone:
1. Call the Housing Bureau at 1-317-639-5387, M-F from 8am-5pm before October 1st.
2. Give the same code: BAGPPA1105.
Please call me with ANY questions. Take care………..Dottie K.

Message 3

I will be fitting band members for Summer Uniforms this Saturday, May 8 after rehearsal from 6-7:00 p.m. All band members must wear summer uniforms for June mini-camp performance, Liberty Fest Parade, Fourth of July Parade and August Band Camp Performance. Shorts are 17.75 and shirts are 12.25 Cash or Check payable to PCMB will be accepted with orders. Samples sizes will be available for fittings. Any questions please contact Joanne K.

Message 4

The final order for Finals Nationals tickets as a group will be placed on Friday, May 7th. Go to www.pcmb.net and click on "Member resources" (log in) then click on "nationals tickets" for all information. Orders must be to me by Thursday evening so I can place the order on Friday. I will be at Kroger/Scrip/Spot buy on Thursday night to collect final orders. If you have any questions please email or call. After this, tickets will only be available directly through Bands of America and are easy to order.

Thanks!
Jeanne S.

Fanout May 4, 2004

We will have a notary public at the May 4 booster meeting to help notarize the Medical Release forms (required for all band/guard members). Please try to arrive early so we can get these forms signed/complete, with the least amount of disruption to the meeting as possible.

Thanks, Karen N.

Fanout April 29, 2004

Item 1: FLOWER SALE:

This year's flower sale was the best ever! We ordered close to 1,300 items. That means we really have our work cut out for us on Saturday May 8, 2004. The delivery truck arrives at 8AM. We will begin to unload shortly there after. 30 to 40 individuals are needed to make this process run smoothly. If you are able to lend a hand, please contact Kathy or Gene S. by phone or email.

Item 2: RELAY FOR LIFE:

Relay for Life is fast approaching ( May 15-16). We are still looking for individuals for the following:

1) Walking the track at Heritage Park.
2) Setting up/taking down our campsite.
3) Assembling luminaries
4) Purchasing luminaries ($10) or "Love Notes" ($1)
5) Lighting luminaries on Saturday evening.

We will sell luminaries at Thursday night scrip and at our next booster meeting.  There are several brave people that have volunteered to spend the night at Relay. If you wish to join them lets us know. For more information or if you wish to volunteer to make this year's Relay a huge success contact: Kathy, Gene or Kimme S.

Fanout April 28, 2004

Message 1

Lauren B. has misplaced her guard bag (her name is on it) and a pink purse. She placed them outside the guard room and they were gone when she came back. PLEASE contact her if you find them. Thank you very much! Mrs. C.

Message 2

I am a Hulsing Elementary parent and we are having an Art Appreciation Evening Thursday, May 26 from 6:30 to 8:30. We are hoping to find high school students willing to volunteer their time to play background music in the gallery area. Do you know any individuals or ensembles who might like to participate?
Thank you,
Sue Davenport
suedavenport@tds.net
734-414-7451

Message 3

Festival is being held at Brighton High School. Concert Band will perform at 12:50 and Symphony Band will perform at 2:10. We would love to have people there to support these two bands.
There are maps available at school. Brighton High School is located at 7878 Brighton Road if you need to pull it up on mapquest. Info is also available at http://www.pcepbands.net for download.

Fanout April 24, 2004

Message 1

On Monday evening, April 26th, Archie's Restaurant in Livonia (30471 Plymouth Road--between Merriman and Middlebelt) will have a Max and Erma type fund raiser for the Franklin marching band. This would be an opportunity to help a neighboring marching band and build some good relations with a competing band. Just indicate to the waitress when you order that you are there to support the Franklin Marching Band. Wear your yellow so that the Franklin folks know you are there to add your support. Thanks, Guy R.

Message 2

BANDS OF AMERICA GRAND NATIONALS FINALS TICKETS Saturday, November 6, 2004

The next and final group order will be made on Friday, May 7th. Orders can be sent to my house before then or given to me at the May 4th Booster meeting. All other tickets will need to be purchased directly from Bands of America.The tickets will be distributed at the Booster meeting right before Nationals in November (BOA sends them to me just the week before the event) For all information regarding tickets please go to www.pcmb.net and find the Nationals tickets information that is posted. The updated information will be posted soon.

If you have any questions please call or email Jeanne S.

Fanout April 17, 2004

During July 9 through July 11 we will be selling bottled water at two locations at Art in the Park in downtown Plymouth.  I need someone to co-chair this event with me and eventually take this over. It is not real difficult. If you can help please contact me, Gerry O. or email me.

Thanks.

Fanout April 15, 2004

Canton is forming a Community Band. The organizational meeting is Thursday, A