Requirements
2019 Marching Band Requirements
Atkins High School
Welcome to the Atkins High School Marching Caravan! We look forward to another great year. Below you will find all the information you need to participate in marching band this upcoming year.
1. Completed physical. Marching band is considered an athletic activity due to the high physical requirements. WSFCS requires all students to have a physical on file for coaches and staff. This form MUST be filled out and mailed to "Mr. Justin Sumners" prior to or with them to the first day of marching band camp. Students may bring their physical with them on the first day of marching band camp as a last resort. The PDF is found below.
2. Marching band fees. In order to supply all the necessary equipment and literature we require a fee of $300.00 total. This fee must be paid by June 1st. Checks should be made out to Atkins Arts Boosters. If you wish to mail in a check, please make it to the attention of the Atkins Arts Boosters.
3. Band camp. Band camp is a requirement for the Camel Band. This three week intense training camp gives students the skill set and head start that is needed for a competitive marching band. The dates for camp will be as followed:
July 25th 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm (floating window) Rookie Registration
July 29th-August 2nd 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm.
August 5th-9th from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
August 12th-16th from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
August 20th from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm and August 22nd from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. Atkins open house will be on the 21st.
Our first game is on Friday August 23rd. Call time will be 4:00 at Atkins.
4. Marching band music. All music will be emailed home upon it's completion. Students are expected to come to camp with their music in hand. Students are asked to make an effort in memorizing as much as the can before the first day of camp. Students should be able to play through all of the music unless they are new to the instrument. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Mr. Sumners at Email Mr. Sumners.