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Q.
What does it take to get my band student ready?
A. The main uniforms for marching season and concert season are supplied by
the school. There are a few items that you will need to purchase through
specific suppliers that the band will arrange to have available.
(approximately $15) - 2 required, will order in the summer
or at summer band so we have them by the first game.
Black gloves (approximately
$3 a pair) - All wind instruments should
purchase two or more pairs. Percussionists do not need gloves.
Black Marching Shoes (approximately
$37).
Garment bag (approximately
$30). Band student’s initials are applied.
Tote bag (approximately
$34-$40) - optional but recommended.
Orders for shoes, gloves and bags will be taken on a day
specified by the
band director. Please bring separate checks to pay for each of these items.
T-shirts will be sold separately through the Booster Organization.
Q. Are there any other needed items that can be purchased locally:
A. Certain items do not need to be special ordered, but are important to
have. These are:
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Water jug– 1/2 to 1 gallon container
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Boxer shorts, exercise shorts, or bike shorts, etc., that can be worn under
uniform pants. (These are recommended since the kids typically want to get out
of the hot uniforms after an event and the only place to do it is on the buses
with their fellow students. We strive to maintain a PG environment for
our kids.)
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Black socks - All socks must be
above the ankle. (2 -10 pairs) depending on how often your child will misplace
them.
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Heavy clear plastic poncho (Dollar Store, Walmart, Target-$.99 to $4.99))
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Black towels (Target-$1.99, Walmart-$3.99).
Be sure that your child brings home his or her towel, socks and T-shirts
after an event to be washed. Sweaty socks and T-shirts can be a little smelly
after being closed up in a garment bag for a week!!!
Q. What about the band uniform and formal attire for the spring?
A. Marching uniforms are supplied by CISD for all band students. They will be
fitted at the beginning of the season by experienced moms.
Marching band uniforms are kept in the Uniform Closet at TWHS between all events. Marching uniforms are washed periodically throughout the season and also receive any needed repairs.
During the spring semester, boys are fitted with tuxedos
and girls will provide their own concert attire. See below for required items to purchase:
Boys
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Tuxedo shirt with black bow tie and matching cummerband (can be found at Kohls and Hobby Lobby).
Girls
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Black Palazzo pants (preferred) or black slacks. Palazzo pants will be available for ordering in January.
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Black long-sleeve or 3/4 length black top - plain without glitter or design
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Black low heeled shoes
Q. Do the students wear their uniform to everything?
A. For pep rallies, some
parades, and other less formal events, they wear jeans and their band shirts.
The orders for the band shirts are taken during summer band.
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