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May 25, 2025

Weekly Newsletter - may 25, 2025

Sent 5/26/2025, 4:40 PM.

We've made it!  The last week of school is upon us.  

Congratulations to all the students on another great year, to the seniors and all the great things ahead for them, and huge thanks to all the parents, family, and friends who gave of their time and money to help put another successful year into the books.

But as is the way with band, when one season ends, another begins.  The booster board is already working hard with the directors to plan and budget for next year!  We have a great freshmen class coming in, and we will be fundraising over the summer again.

Let's dig into what I have for this week.

What's in this newsletter?

Here's what I have for you all this week:

• Summer Plans - a quick overview of what is coming for next year and our summer plans

• A word from Mr. Sayre - As always, make sure to read through his section

This week in band...

Monday 5/26

• MEMORIAL DAY - NO SCHOOL

Now on to the details...

Summer Plans

While band activities take a break over the summer, the boosters are hard at work prepping and planning to lay the groundwork for next season.  Here are a few notes about what is next:

• Summer fundraising - the boosters try to raise the majority of their fundraising needs over the summer months.  This helps ensure we have the cash flow and resources needed to get through the busy marching season and execute a program that is enriching and fun for all the students in the program.  Details are forthcoming...

• Calendar - next year's calendar is taking shape.  Various dates, events, and fundraisers are being added.  Specifically, the end-of-summer and band camp event details are being added now, so ensure you are subscribed to the calendar to have the latest information at your fingertips.

• Field Cleanup - the Saturday before band camp (7/12) is reserved for cleaning up the marching practice field.  During the months between the end of the season and the next, weeds, grass, rocks, and dirt invade the practice space.  We will need a number of volunteers armed with shovels, hoes, weed eaters and torches to help get the space into shape.  Signups will be forthcoming during the summer, but wanted to get this date on your calendars now.

• Band Camp - the website has a band camp site that has all the band camp details you will need to know what is happening when.  See the Band Camp page for the details.  Band Camp culminates on the final Saturday (7/26) where the parents meet with the boosters to get all the information for the upcoming season.  As a parent or guardian, you do NOT want to miss this meeting.  After the meeting, we will head up to the field and watch the results of all the hard work of the band during camp.

Have a great week!

Go Eagles!

JD

a word from Mr. Sayre...

Hello Eagle Band!

What an incredible year! From the first days of summer rehearsals all the way through performances, festivals, trips, and concerts, this band has grown in so many meaningful ways. You have represented Eldorado with pride, musicianship, and teamwork. I’m continually inspired by the dedication of our students and the support of our families and volunteers. Whether you're moving on to your next chapter or returning for another year, I want to thank you for the role you’ve played in making this such a successful and rewarding year.

To our seniors—congratulations. You leave behind a legacy of excellence, and I hope you carry the spirit of Eagle Band with you wherever you go. To our underclassmen—get ready. Next year is full of potential, and I’m excited to get to work shaping another powerful season. We’ve accomplished so much, and I know even greater things are ahead.

INSTRUMENT INVENTORY: This week we need to check in all school-owned instruments and check out instruments for next year. Every student who uses a school instrument must bring it in so we can take inventory, even if you're planning to keep it over the summer. This process helps us assess needed repairs and prepare for the fall.

We will not have Color Guard or Percussion Class this week.

We will have Zero Hour on Tuesday and Wednesday morning. If a student has not completed their final by Thursday, they must come in and finish it during Zero Hour in person. All final exam information is posted in Google Classroom—please check there if you're unsure about your next steps.

We hope you have a restful month of June and early July. You’ve earned it! Our first summer event will be Percussion Camp from Tuesday, July 8 through Friday, July 11. Then, all new members of the Eldorado Band will begin rehearsals on Wednesday, July 16. More information about these dates can be found on the Parent Organization Google Calendar.

I’m incredibly proud of the work you’ve done this year. Let’s finish strong and head into the summer ready to build the future of Eagle Band. Feel free to reach out with any questions.

Go Eagles!

Mr. Sayre