Bring in a parent with you on the first day of Band Camp. This is to ensure we have the right contact information and to share any additional information about the week. Don’t forget your “Blue Emergency Cards” - they are due on the first day of Band Camp. Obtain Registration & Band Contract forms here.

1. 9 AM - Noon (outside practice)
2. Noon to 1pm (lunch at Hylton)
3. 1PM - 4 PM (inside practice)
4. 4 pm - 6 pm (students go home for dinner)
5. 6 PM - 9 PM (outside practice) except for Friday, which will end at 4 PM.

1. Rehearsal begins at 900 AM each day. Arrival at Hylton 15 minutes early is must! Use this time to hydrate, put on sun screen, set your instrument, equipment and warm up. The rehearsals each day will improve Marching Fundamentals and be used to set drill. (Eat a good breakfast each day - no dairy). Snacks will be provided to include fruit, and granola bars.
2. Music and Guard Sectionals will begin at 100 PM, following the lunch break each day. You must have your music, a pencil and an operational instrument/equipment. It is highly recommended that you use the lunch hour to rest and re-hydrate following a busy morning on the driver’s ed lot. While pick up games of football can be fun, its recommended you stick to paper football instead, to conserve some of that energy.
3. Following a dinner break from 4 PM - 6 PM, the final rehearsal of the day begins, promptly at 600 PM. Don’t be late! You are encouraged to go home, relax, cool off and eat a good dinner before heading back to Hylton for the final leg of band camp each day. Lack of transportation back to Hylton for the post dinner rehearsal? Reach out within your section - and ASK! You will always find a willing parent to drop off a marching bulldog in there neighborhood. The post dinner rehearsal will be combining drill, with music and routine so come prepared. Make sure you have your coordinate sheets, instrument/equipment and a bottle of water.

Wear loose clothing in light colors. Tennis shoes, socks, and a hat. NO Jeans, long pants, Vans, Sandals or short shorts. You will be sent home if you don’t follow the PWCS dress code.

Sunscreen, Pencil, Music, Instrument, Drill charts, LUNCH if you are not buying through the boosters, a good attitude, and a willingness to work.

1. Put on sunscreen before you come to camp and re-apply during the day.
2. EAT a good breakfast (no dairy products), lunch and dinner. You will need the energy, Get Plenty of Sleep.
3. Start Hydrating yourself the week prior to band camp.
4. During the day, notify an adult if you are feeling sick, dizzy, etc. DON’T push yourself to the point of passing out.
5. Drink Plenty of Water/ sports drinks during band camp.
6. DO NOT LOCK YOUR KNEES when standing at attention, you will pass-out.
7. Students are required to stay on campus during lunch and go home during the dinner break.

Band Camp 2011 has been designated Marching Bulldogs “Spirit Week” . This is a team building activity designed to be fun. The goal is to see who has the most creativity and excitement during this week long event. Each day has a different theme, as follows:

1. Monday: Favorite POP ICON/Musician
2. Tuesday: Retro Day - Pick your favorite Decade
3. Wednesday: Section Day - Your chance to show how your section comes together as one team! Bring it!
4. Thursday: Winter Wonderland, in August!
5. Friday: All about Disney!

Note: Judging will be done at the end of the lunch break each day with winners announced prior to the dinner break. More details to follow about the prizes for the week.

We will wrap up a busy week with a Pool Party on Friday evening at 700 PM. It will be held at the Oak Ridge Swim Club - everyone is welcome. Cost is $5.00 plus a two liter bottle of soda to share. We’ll provide directions and more information the first day of band camp.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact either Mr Anderson, Director of Bands or Kim Davis, Band Booster President.