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The flute section group photo at Band Camp

Director's Report

Wow! I will say the students really showed up ready to go for band camp. This has proven to be one of the most energized, productive and successful camps in my career at Amador and we are so excited for the season ahead! Thank you for the various ways that parents showed up to volunteer: uniforms, registration, props, hemming and many more! We truly couldn't do it without you.

We hope this first week of school goes smoothly for all of you and we can't wait to continue our great progress from band camp.

For Amador is our name,

Mr. Grantham & Mr. Fell

Final Uniform Fitting

Saturday 9am - 12pm

Thank you for all volunteers who helped in the uniform sorting and fitting.

We STILL NEED MANY hands to help outfit the band with their uniforms. Come support the kids and get them ready for the new season! Whether you're a returning band parent or new one, we look forward to seeing you there! No experience required! Sign up by clicking link below

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084FADA728A2F4C16-57582284-uniform

For the kids: The directors will be letting them know when to come for fitting. Please wear thin, fitted shorts to try on new bib pants.

MARCHING SHOE SWAP!

Have you grown out of your old marching band shoes?

Are they still in good condition?

Bring them to the Uniform Room BEFORE practice (8:45-8:55) and drop them off for another student. 

If they are not in show condition, you can still stop by between 12-12:15 and see if we have a gently used pair in your new size.

Uniform notes for band kids:

1. Your student's first pair of marching band shoes is paid for with money from the MB donation ask. Your child should have been fitted for shoes, but should not have them yet. We will be placing a bulk order soon.

2. If your student needs a new pair of shoes that isn't their first pair, you will be contacted with the price so we can order them at a discount with all of the others.

3. Travel Jackets are optional. Your student should have been fitted during uniform fitting so they have the option to purchase. An email will go out to parents (so don't forget to register with the band) in a week with more information. Price will range from $50-$70, depending upon interest.

Calling for Responsible Adults!

Are you interested in being an RA this season? (Responsible Adult, chaperone for the band at football games and during competitions)

If you'd like more information about what being an RA is all about, please come to our RA Orientation Meeting on Saturday, September 6th at 9am in the Choir Room at Amador. The meeting will start right after morning drop off for the day's practice. We will go over what a typical day is like when helping as an RA and answer any questions you may have.

Please note that to volunteer as an RA, you must have at least Level 2 clearance through PUSD. This includes fingerprinting and TB testing. If you have not started your clearance process, do so ASAP. Please join us and mark your calendars now. We hope to see you there! 

--Renee Notari - Head Football Game RA (registrar@amadormusic.org)

--Aman Bawa - Head Competition RA (avhs.ra@gmail.com)

REMIND - CHANGED to allow text messages!

NEW Remind for PARENTS have been updated. Sign up for Remind updates using the class link for your student, or text your student’s Class Code to 81010

Class of 2026 ("AVMBCG2026") - 

https://www.remind.com/join/avmbc; class code @avmbc

Class of 2027 ("AVMBCG2027") - https://www.remind.com/join/avmbc27; class code @avmbc27

Class of 2028 ("AVMBCG2028") - 

https://www.remind.com/join/avmbcg2; class code @avmbcg2

Class of 2029 ("AVMBCG2029") - https://www.remind.com/join/avmbcg20; class code @avmbcg20

Class of 2030 ("AVMBCG2030") - https://www.remind.com/join/avmbcg203; class code @avmbcg203

Marching Band & Color Guard

Photo Day - August 29!

Marching Band & Color Guard group photo will be taken for the AVHS school yearbook. A professional photographer will also be taking section photos and individual photos for you to order. Pre-order by August 20th. 

2025 AVHS Marching Band Photo Day online Registration Page:

https://www.agpsports.com/amador-valley-band-program-2025

Volunteer Clearance

New AND returning volunteers are required to submit a volunteer clearance application each school year. If you are planning to volunteer during the 2025-26 school year, please submit a volunteer clearance application.

Returning volunteers: When completing the application, please enter your name exactly as it currently appears in the Raptor system. If you aren’t sure how you should enter your name when applying, please email volunteerclearance@pleasantonusd.net.

TB clearance is required for all volunteers. Returning volunteers may upload the same file that was submitted last year as long as the document was issued by a licensed healthcare provider within the last three years.

Volunteers who will be transporting students as a driver for field trips, extra-curricular activities and/or athletic events must upload a completed driver transportation form and current auto insurance coverage declaration page(s).

For more information, visit https://www.pleasantonusd.net/families/volunteers

Questions? Please email volunteerclearance@pleasantonusd.net