Thank you for completing this registration for the 2023-2024 Athens Drive Marching Band season. Please be as accurate and as thorough as possible in your responses.

PHONE NUMBER (recommended options have been pre-selected)

Note: REMIND for STUDENTS is a band text messaging system used to send short, last-minute reminders and schedule changes to STUDENTS (used frequently at band camp, competitions, etc.). All marching band members are automatically added to the Remind for Students Group.

REMIND for PARENTS is a band text messaging system used to send short, last-minute reminders and schedule changes to PARENTS (used frequently for band arrival updates). A minimum of one parent phone number should be added to the Remind for Parents Group.

E-MAIL (recommended options have been pre-selected)

Note: ATHENS DRIVE BAND EMAIL GROUP is the primary method of communication for everything related to the band. It is highly recommended that all students and both parents receive these emails. All emails submitted below will be automatically included in this group.

DIRECTORY

The ADHS Band Directory is password protected and available only to band families. All students will be included in the directory. A typical entry includes: Student Photo, Student Name, Grade, Instrument(s), Address, Subdivision, Student Phone & Email, Custodial Parent/Caregiver contact information.

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To participate in the marching band:

ALL members are required to complete the WCPSS Parental Consent & Medical Form by June 17th. 

ALL NEW members are also required to complete the WCPSS Athletic Participation Form (which includes a physical completed by a physician) no later than July 15th. Returning members who have a physical on file should only resubmit if they have experienced significant health changes since the last submission.

Access all forms and by visiting  http://www.athensdriveband.com/forms

These Forms are Due NOW at signing

1.  WCPSS Parental Consent & Medical Form - Click To Digitally Sign WCPSS Parental Consent & Medical Form 
2.  WCPSS Photo Release - Click To Digitally Sign WCPSS Phote Release 
3. Copy of your Insurance Card Front and Back. 

These Forms are Due by July 17,2023

1. WCPSS High School Athletic Participation Form
2. WCPSS Parent Request & Physician’s Order for Medication (Form 1702)

You will be able to upload your completed forms in the next slide.  

Asthma Inhaler Statement: Marching Band is a strenuous and very physical activity. If your student has an inhaler, it is the STUDENT'S RESPONSIBILITY to have it IMMEDIATELY ACCESSIBLE in the event of an asthma attack. To ensure that inhalers are immediately accessible, students may carry them in their pockets during practices, games, competitions, parades, and activities, OR give them to the medical chaperone labeled with their name. Often times, students do not bring inhalers or will carry them in their backpacks or bags, which can be half a mile or more away from the location of the band, causing an extreme delay in helpful treatment.

Epipen Statement: If your student needs an Epipen for an allergy that may be encountered during Marching Band (such as bee stings), it is the STUDENT'S RESPONSIBILITY to have the Epipen IMMEDIATELY ACCESSIBLE in the event of an attack. To ensure that Epipens are immediately accessible, students may carry them in their pockets during practices, games, competitions, parades, and activities, OR give them to the medical chaperone labeled with their name. Often times, students do not bring Epipens or will carry them in their backpacks or bags, which can be half a mile or more away from the location of the band, causing an extreme delay in helpful treatment.

Medication Statement: If your student takes medication, it is the STUDENT'S RESPONSIBILITY to have the medication IMMEDIATELY ACCESSIBLE in the event that it is needed. To ensure that medications are immediately accessible, students may carry them in their pockets during practices, games, competitions, parades, and activities, OR give them to the medical chaperone labeled with their name. Often times, students do not bring medications or will carry them in their backpacks or bags, which can be half a mile or more away from the location of the band, causing an extreme delay in helpful treatment.

Throughout the band season and especially on competition days, meals or snacks are often included. We make every effort to accommodate food allergies and special dietary needs but require your assistance to ensure we are meeting your student’s needs.

Please let us know in the field below of any special dietary needs or specific instructions from some of our most common restaurants. Here are our typical choices:

Chick-Fil-A (original or grilled sandwich, veggie wrap)

Papa Johns / Dominos (Cheese, pepperoni, vegan pizza)

Harris Teeter or Subway Subs (turkey, ham, roast beef, veggie -- all with cheese; condiments and toppings are on the side)

For example, if your child has a peanut allergy, please let us know if your student could eat an original Chick-Fil-A sandwich, must have a grilled sandwich, or requires something different (please specify).

Alumni Support coordinates the distribution of information about the Athens Drive High School Band Program; such as performance schedules, fundraisers and special awards the band has received. The Alumni Committee also moderates the "Athens Drive Band Alumni, Friends & Members" Facebook page.

Class Band Liasion Communicates to Booster Board wants and needs of students who participate only in class band. Disseminates booster information to these students and parents. Serves as parent contact and maintains email list of class band only students and parents.

End of Year Video Committee produces video for Spring Banquet. Video recognizes all band seniors and includes photos from throughout the year.

Grant Writing Research funding opportunities and write grant proposals to support existing and planned booster activities.

JAG Club Representative Attend JAG Club meetings as a band representative and report back to the Band Booster Board.

PTSA Representative Attend PTSA meetings as a band representative and report back to the Band Booster Board.

Please read the Marching Band Fair Share page (opens in new window) of the band's website carefully for the financial obligation details.

The Athens Drive Marching Band is primarily funded by fair share assessments and band fundraisers. We make the program accessible to students regardless of their financial situation by offering numerous ways to offset costs of participation. It’s easier than you think! Please don’t let finances stop you from joining!

In addition to our many fundraising opportunities, this season we will award a total of five $500 Scholarships towards individual band accounts for students demonstrating financial need. Applications will be accepted through June 30th.

We recognize that Marching Band can put a financial strain on families. We want everyone who wants to participate to be able to. We are willing to work with families to provide alternative payment options and financial assistance so that everyone can be part of it. So that we understand financial needs and can assist all families who need it, communication is essential. All financial communications are completely confidential between the family in need, the treasurers, and the presidents. Email treasurer@athensdriveband.com and president@athensdriveband.com for any questions or to provide additional information.

I have thoroughly read, on the Marching Band Fair Share page (opens in new window) of the band's website, the financial obligation details. I understand my Marching Band financial commitment and agree to pay my account in a timely manner. If my child is a returning member, I understand that my existing account must be paid in full.

A $200 non-refundable registration fee is needed to hold your child's position in the Athens Drive HS Marching Band for the upcoming school year. If you have more than one child in the Marching Band, the registration fee for each additional child is $160. 

Please select your method of payment.

Payments are processed through PayPal using a major Credit Card or PayPal account.  No PayPal account is required if paying by Credit Card. PayPal charges a fee of 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction.  Please understand that we need to pass this fee on for the usage of this service.  An additional $0.01 charge is added to accommodate rounding issues. https://athensdriveband.com/payments/

After submitting this form, proceed to the band's online payment site (opens in new window) to remit your payment electronically.

After submitting this form (by clicking "Submit" below), if you chose PayPal or Credit Card as your payment option, you will be directed to PayPal. Otherwise, you will be directed to the band's online payments page for instructions on how to remit your registration fee.

Please also carefully read the confirmation email and complete and turn in all required forms ASAP, especially the "Consent" form, which is due NOW.