IMPORTANT INFORMATION

PLEASE READ: Marching Band uniform turn-in information — Marching Band uniform turn-in began Friday, May 20, with seniors and continues this week for underclassmen. Have your child read this information (which Mr. Jensen emailed to students and parents last week) very carefully. If you or your child have any questions, your child should reach out to their director. To volunteer to help with uniform turn-in, email Kristine Brezenski. 

• Wednesday, May 25: ALL freshmen, sophomore and junior winds, percussion and drum majors turn in uniforms throughout the school day. Turn in everything you won't wear in the parade — coat, gauntlets, hats, hat boxes. Do not turn in gloves. Turn in a raincoat if you have it (you shouldn't).  Turn in all items IN YOUR GARMENT BAG. (Yes — your hat, too.) Put your coat on a hanger you don't need to get back. Make sure the card with your name on it is visible. You'll be held responsible for any missing items. Those who don't have a scheduled band or orchestra class should turn them in at the Band Room at 7:30 a.m. (not 7:55). All others will check them in during their scheduled band/orchestra class. (You can hang them in the hall during the day.)
• Monday, May 30 (Memorial Day): ALL winds, percussion and drum majors will return bibbers and summer tops immediately after the parade. (Be sure to wear something underneath you can go home in.) We are not collecting shoes; you may donate them if you wish. We are not collecting ball caps. This process will not be immediate, so please be patient!
• Wednesday, June 1: ALL color guard uniforms are turned in at the band room at 7:30 a.m. Turn in EVERYTHING you possess.

Sign up to volunteer at the Awards Open House — We need volunteers to assist with the Band & Orchestra Awards Open House — sign up here to help. We are also collecting media for the banquet slideshow — please send your band and orchestra photos/videos to rohsbobbanquet@gmail.com.

Sign up to join or chair a committee in 2022/2023 — ROHSBOB is asking for parent/guardian volunteers to join and chair committees for the 2022/2023 school year. Specifically, we need co-chairs for these committees:

• Marching Band Game Days — Food/Crowd Control. 1 opening.
• Family tailgates. 1 opening.
• Dresses & Tuxes. 2 openings.
• Band & Orchestra Awards Open House. 1 opening.

If you are interested in any of these positions, or if you are a current chair who has not yet confirmed your committee participation for 2022/2023, please email Kristine Brezenski.

May meeting minutes now available — Minutes from the May 10, 2022, Royal Oak High School Band & Orchestra Boosters are now available on the ROHSBOB website. The next meeting is June 14.

Spirit Wear Store now open — Need to stock up on ROHS band & orchestra swag? We've got you covered! Visit the Spirit Wear store now through July 22 to place your order. (Note: Local orders only; no shipping. Orders will be distributed sometime in August.)

Directors announce Marching Band show theme, important dates for 2022/2023 — The directors are pleased to unveil the Royal Oak Marching Ravens 2022 show: "John Williams Movie Magic." Featuring tunes from Superman, Indiana Jones and Star Wars, this show is sure to be the ultimate crowd pleaser! The Marching Band Welcome Letter — which contains important camp info/dates, game dates, and much more — is now posted on www.rohsbob.org (click on the "MB Season Info & Calendar" button).

Sign up to stay informed — Information regarding the current school year is constantly being updated. We will try to get the information to you as quickly as possible. The following will help:

• Remind — Sign up for Remind (see above for Marching Band parent/student instructions).
• Calendar — Check the calendar on our website — it is updated often.
• Website — Visit the rohsbob.org website and especially the INFORMATION page frequently.
• Facebook — Request to join "Royal Oak High School Band & Orchestra Boosters" private Facebook group.
• Weekly Announcements — Be sure you (and your student) join our email list to receive these weekly announcements. Click on the blue button on the HOME page to sign up. Your email will not be sold or shared for any purpose other than ROHS instrumental music department news.
• FAQ — Everything you need to know about band & orchestra on one FAQ web page.

UPCOMING EVENTS

May 30: 8 a.m. call. Memorial Day Parade. *ATTENDANCE REQUIRED FOR ALL MB MEMBERS*

May 31: 6:30-7:30 p.m. dinner; 7:30-8:30 p.m. Directors' remarks and awards. Band & Orchestra Awards Open House. (VFW Park @ Lincoln & Campbell). RSVP here by May 3; additional details in this flyer.

June 2: 6 p.m. rehearsal, 7:30 p.m. meeting. Marching Band 2022/2023 Rehearsal & Parent Meeting (ROHS Auditorium) MANDATORY.

June 14: 7 p.m. Royal Oak High School Band and Orchestra Boosters meeting. All band and orchestra parents/guardians are encouraged to attend. Use this link to join the Zoom meeting. 

Aug. ​18: 8 a.m.-noon. Marching Band Blue Shirt Day. (ROHS practice field.) All freshmen, new members and blue shirts must attend.

Aug. 22-26: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Marching Band Camp. (ROHS practice field.) View and download the 2022/2023 Marching Band Welcome Letter for detailed information.

Red text indicates the date or event information has been modified. View the full ROHSBOB Calendar for important upcoming events, and don't forget to join the ROHSBOB Facebook group.