The Grade 9 band students had an excellent rehearsal this morning, and I am very proud of the work they have done this fall to prepare for both Remembrance Day performances this week.

Early morning band is now canceled for grade 9’s tomorrow (Friday). The school-wide assembly has been moved forward to 10:00 am and the band will now be able to rehearse in the gym during period 1.

Grade 9 band students are reminded that it is very important that they come to school tomorrow prepared to perform (instruments, music, uniforms). Students must wear black pants with their white shirts and vests for this formal assembly; no blue jeans please. Thank you.

Information about the Remembrance Day performance on Saturday morning (November 11) can be found on the November 3 blog post. Students have been asked by the Legion organizers to arrive at the cenotaph (718 Clyde River Road) no later than 10:15 a.m. Once again, band uniforms are required. Students should also dress for the weather, and should bring mittens or gloves to keep their hands warm between songs.

If any students or parents are available to help unload music equipment (music stands and large percussion instruments) back at East Wiltshire following the service, your assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

In the unlikely event that the organizers decide that weather will make it impossible to hold the ceremony outdoors (so far the forecast looks fine), the service will be moved to the East Wiltshire gymnasium. Please check your email and/or the band blog on Saturday morning to be sure that no changes have been made. I will also post a notification in Google Classroom if there is a location change.