Lafayette Lancer Regiment Band Camp July 22nd 27 th 2018
Lancer Regiment Band Camp 2018 WHERE ARE WE GOING? Band camp will be held at Truman State University in Kirksville, MO WHO IS GOING? The hardest working, most dedicated, greatest students from Lafayette High School-THE LANCER REGIMENT HOW ARE WE GETTING THERE? Deluxe Motor coach - Lunch provided WHEN ARE WE GOING? Sunday, July 22 to Friday, July 27 Arrive at LHS at 10:00 Sunday morning Return to LHS on Friday at 5:30 p.m. EMERGENCY CONTACTS Truman State 660-785-7746 Tom Schaper 636-887-1004 Jan Schaper 636-887-1005 Please call us any time before or during camp for any reason. BAND CAMP COST The total cost: $350.00 per student Minus Deposit: $200.00 paid in April Remaining Bal. $150.00 BALANCE DUE NO LATER than Monday, July 16th. Please make your check payable to LHS Band Boosters. In addition to payment, medical forms will be due at that time. VISIT CAMP FOR THE DAY (The kids love it) Please take a day to drive to Truman to visit the band. It s fun to watch the kids march and go about their activities. All are welcome!
Mandatory Band Camp Meeting Date: Monday, July 16th Time: 7:00 PM Who: Parents, Students, Staff and Chaperones What: Band Camp Overview Where: Theater Immediately following the first rehearsal on July 16 th, all campers will be joining the band camp meeting. BAND CAMP DETAILS Sunday, July 22nd 10:00 arrive at LHS. Check in at door 7 then drop off your luggage on the theater stage. Proceed to the Commons area. Load buses and equipment and depart for Kirksville. A light lunch will be provided by the Band Boosters. Grab your lunch and drink on the way onto the bus. Arrival at Truman Grab your luggage and wait for instructions from Mr. Balog. Room Key and Set Cards Each person will receive their own key and room assignment. The room key, set card and meal card will be placed on a band camp lanyard and placed around the student's neck. They are told to keep the lanyard around their neck at all times other than showering and sleeping. If the key is lost, the student will be charged a $30 fee by Truman University. There are no exceptions.
Schedule of Activities at Camp Sunday 5:00pm Dinner 6:30pm Full band rehearsal 8:30pm Meeting 10:30pm Curfew-in rooms 11:00pm Lights OUT Monday-Thursday 7:00am Troop to breakfast 8:00am Morning field rehearsal 11:30am Troop to lunch 12:30pm Return to dorms 1:00pm Sectionals 3:30pm Full band rehearsal 4:45pm Troop to dinner 5:45pm Afternoon activities Thursday rehearsal 5:45-9:00 7:00pm Evening field rehearsal 10:00pm Return to dorm 10:30pm Curfew-in rooms 11:00pm Lights OUT Weekly Evening Activities 5:30-7:00 Mon Trivia Madness Tue Minute-to-Win It Games Wed Movie night 9:00-11:00 Thu Volleyball game / Activities Lights Out / Quiet Time One of the chaperones will tape the students in their rooms using a small piece of masking tape over the door and door frame. If the door is opened from the inside during the evening, the tape will come off and cannot be replaced without the staff knowing. Mr. Balog will meet with students regarding this issue. Boys and girls are always monitored so that they stay on their separate floors. Friday schedule 7:00am Breakfast 8:00am Field practice 11:45am Return to dorm 12:00pm Lunch 1:00pm Pack and clean rooms 2:00pm Load buses 5:30pm Arrive back at LHS
What to Bring to Camp You MUST bring a second pair of non-marking sole sneakers to change into at the rec center Clothing Two pair of comfortable supportive sneakers One pair of sandals Hat, visor or bandana Rain poncho Light colored clothing Bring extra shirts (you will get very sweaty) Socks and Underclothes Loose fitting shorts Jacket or Sweatshirt White Band T-Shirt Hair Ties/Headbands Sweat towels to wipe face or to get wet and cool down Toiletries/Personal Items Bath Towels and washcloths Personal hygiene items Deodorant Toothbrush/Toothpaste Comb/Brush Hand soap, Bodywash, Shampoo Lip balm with sunscreen Sunscreen and aloe for sunburn Over the counter medications (Tylenol, Motrin, Icy Hot) Razors Bath Mat/Rug Band-Aids! Miscellaneous Pillow Sleeping bag or Bedding for twin bed (rooms will be very cold) Alarm clock Sunglasses Insect repellent Hydration Pack (Camelbak) A wearable pack is strongly recommended. With ice, the pack keeps the student cool on the field. An extra-large water bottle / drinking container will also work. Snacks for room This is optional. The students get plenty to eat all day and night. Instrument, music, supplies for cleaning, reeds, etc. Positive Attitude A small amount of toiletries and other items will be available in the Band Camp Office. If you forget to bring something critical like underwear, parents will be asked to reimburse the Band Boosters or you can ask a friend for help!
Camp Treats All snacks Must be Peanut Free and Tree Nut Free. Choose from the approved items below. We have several students with severe peanut/tree nut allergies. They must also be store bought, single servings. Single Serving Size Only (No Large Bags) 12 Pack Soda Buy your favorite 12 pack of soda or diet soda for snack time Salty Snacks Names beginning with A-G Cheez-It, Goldfish, Rold Gold Pretzles, Skinny Pop Popcorn, Ritz Crackers Barnum Animal Crackers 12 Pack Soda Buy your favorite 12 pack of soda or diet soda for snack time Sweet Snacks Names beginning with H-L Rice Crispy Treats (Original Only), Vanilla Wafers, Sunkist Fruit Snacks, Oreos, Teddy Graham Bottled Water Buy a 12-24 pack of bottled water for snack time Breakfast Bars Belvita (Crunchy Breakfast Cookies), Nutri-Grain cereal bars, Special-K Pastry Names beginning with M-Z Crisps, Sunbelt Breakfast Bars, Graham Cracker Sticks Morning Coffee Single serve coffee will be available to staff and chaperones in the second floor kitchen. Cups will be provided but travel mugs would be better.
Some sectional practices are held in the quad. Ophelia Parrish (OP) for sectionals and full band rehearsals Rec Center for Guard Practice and Thursday evening volleyball. Park Here Student Union is where we have Trivia and Minute to Win it. This is our dorm. Girls on 2nd floor Boys on 3rd floor. Violette Hall is where we have movie night We eat all meals in Ryle Hall This is our Marching Practice Field. Scan for Directions