• Newark High School Yellow Jacket Marching Band:  Membership Registration

    Congratulations!  You've found the Band Membership Registration!  Complete this form to join the Newark High School Yellow Jacket Marching Band.
    Newark High School Yellow Jacket Marching Band:  Membership Registration
    • All current and future Newark Band students must complete this registration.
    • All Concert Band and Percussion Ensemble members are required to be Marching Band members. 
    • Marching Band members are still permitted to join all fall athletic programs.
      • When a performance conflict arises, we kindly request that you do not miss Band Festivals or Competitions.  
    • This registration is due by Friday, June 12th, 2026
      • The date needs to be early so we can ensure all are included in the field show design.
     
     
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  • Course Registration

    Course Registration

  • When you register for classes at Newark High School:

    "Concert Band" is the class for wind players and percussionists (drums, mallet keyboards, guitarists, pianists).

    Marching Band is a required element for the course.

     

    Colorguard members do not need to take any specific courses.

     
  • "Yes, I understand which class I need on my schedule!"*

  • REMIND GROUP MESSAGING

    REMIND GROUP MESSAGING

  • "Remind" is the main informational portal for the band and operates very similarly to texting, but done so safely for students, educators, and parents.  

    • You can download the app by entering the following information
    • You can also link it to your texting, which is the best feature

     

    Text the code "@nwkmusic" to the number 81010

    • This will enable you to send and receive texts to music staff and students safely
    • If you were a member of the group previously, you should still be.

     

    Parents and students alike are encouraged to join!

     

  • Marching Band Rehearsal Schedule

    There are changes to the rehearsal schedule this year - all members should read. Each rehearsal earns formative points towards you grade.
    Marching Band Rehearsal Schedule

  • Spring Band Training for ALL MEMBERS

    June 3rd, 4th, & 5th 2026
    6:00 - 8:00 pm

    • All new members (incoming 9th graders included) and returning members must attend
    • This is where you'll meet new friends, acquire new music, and learn what to expect from the upcoming season.
     
  • "I will be in attendance for Spring Training"*

  • Summer Rehearsals

    Colorguard and Percussion Members

    • Bi-weekly practices throughout June, July, and August.
    • Section Leaders will contact you about the dates.
    • Attendance is required.
    • Any member not in attendance may lose his or her spot in the ensemble.

    Wind Sectionals

    • Your section leaders may contact you about Sectional Rehearsals over the summer. They're fun, you should go!
     
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  • Summer Band Training (All Members)

    August 19th - 28th, 2026

    MANDATORY for all members
    This is when we learn our field show!

     

    Camp Itinerary:     CLICK HERE

     

    Students should request the entire week off of work.

     
     

  • Season Rehearsals (All Members)

    Tuesday and Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:30 pm starting September 4th and ending November 6th.

    Evening rehearsals are when we put the music together with the visual, along with the Colorguard.

     

    Please Note:

    Any student who misses the Thursday evening rehearsal will not perform the field show element at the following performance, but should still attend for the performance in the stands.

     
  • Do you have any Rehearsal Schedule conflicts of which we should be aware?*
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  • 2026 - 2027 Performance Schedule

    Please review the proposed 2026-27 Band Performance Schedule. All performances are considered Summative Grades. 
    2026 - 2027 Performance Schedule

  • Newark Music 2026 - 2027 Performance Schedule:

    CLICK HERE

     

    Note that all performances are listed here - even those for concert band in the winter and spring.

     

    Students who participate in Newark Athletics are permitted to miss a maximum of 2 marching performances, none of which can be a Festival or Competition. 

     

    Please email Archer directly about rehearsal conflicts so he is aware. 

    If you participate in two activities, it is expected that you balance your schedule between both.  If you need to miss more, speak with Mr. Archer.

     

     
  • Do you have any Performance Schedule conflicts of which we should be aware?*
  • "Yes, I understand the Newark Music Performance Schedule."*
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  • Student Information

    Student Information
  • Instrument (Choose all of interest)

  • Parent/Guardian Information

    Parent/Guardian Information
  • All families are expected to contribute in one way or another. How are you willing to help the band this year?

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  • Membership Dues

    Newark HS Marching Band requires membership dues to cover various expenses that aren't fully funded by the school building or school district. It is common among marching bands regardless of school or district. These expenses include uniform upkeep, instrument care, music licenses, specialists, travel costs, food, props, competition and festival fees, and other show-related materials. 
    Membership Dues

  • Check Items As Needed

    When joining the Band, there are some items every member needs. There are some required items specific to Wind Players, Percussionists, and Guard Members, as well as some one-time purchases specific to Rookie Members (or updates to growing Veterans). Read the descriptions and check the selections that pertain to you for this year's Marching Season.

  • Marching Band Equipment Requirements

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            All Members: Membership Dues. All members pay the participation fee. The participation fee covers yearly costs such as Uniform Cleaning, Band T-Shirt, Band Gloves, Colorguard Flags, Transportation, Food, Equipment, and more.

            Included in Membership Dues
            Wind Players: Band Gloves. 1 pair of Long Wrist Sure Grip Band Gloves are included in your Membership Dues. Click on the image for a size chart. For wind players only. You may purchase additional.



            All Members: Band T-Shirt. 1 tee is included in your Membership Dues. You can purchase additional for parents or siblings. Tees are Gildan Softstyle Unisex.



            Guard Member Uniform. All Guard Members receive a new uniform for this year's performance. Sizes already measured and ordered. Not all, but a large portion of dues cover the uniform cost.

            Uniform Requirements for Winds and Percussion
            Winds & Percussion: Dinkles Marching Shoe. All Rookie Wind Players and Percussionists need to purchase the Dinkle Edge Marching Band Shoe. Veteran members need only purchase if their old shoes are lost, worn, or too small. Medium width only. For a wider foot, order 1/2 size to a full size larger.



            Uniform Requirements for Guard Members
            Guard Members: Ever-Dri Glove. All Guard members need a pair of Ever-Dri Fingerless Guard Gloves. Click the image for a size chart. Only select this option if you need a pair.



            Guard Members: StylePlus Dance Shoe. All Rookie Guard Members need to purchase the StylePlus S-Five Performance Guard Shoe. Veteran members need only purchase if their old shoes are lost, worn, or too small. Medium width only. For a wider foot, order 1/2 size to a full size larger.



            Optional Extra
            Additional Band T-Shirt . If you'd like an additional tee for yourself, a parent, or sibling, you may purchase one here.
            Adult Size Quantity Price
            XS $0.00$0.00
            S $0.00$0.00
            M $0.00$0.00
            L $0.00$0.00
            XL $0.00$0.00
            2XL $0.00$0.00

            Musicians: Flip Folder for Marching Music. Protect and organize your sheet music with this durable Flip Folio Folder, designed for easy viewing and quick page-turning in all weather conditions.



            Musicians: Lyre to hold your Flip Folder. Keep your sheet music secure and visible during performances or rehearsals. Available in 17 styles to fit different instruments, including clarinets, trumpets, trombones, and saxophones, these lyres attach easily to built-in lyre sockets. For piccolo and flute players, the wrist lyre straps comfortably around the forearm. Each lyre has a durable, spring-loaded clip to hold folio folders in place.
            Instrument Type Quantity Color Price
            Saxophone $9.00$9.00
            Baritone/Euphonium $8.00$8.00
            Bass Drum $24.00$24.00
            Clarinet $9.00$9.00
            Flute $15.00$15.00
            Snare Drum $16.00$16.00
            Sousaphone $7.00$7.00
            Trombone $11.00$11.00
            Trumpet $7.00$7.00
            Universal Brass $9.00$9.00

            Total $0.00$0.00

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