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october 11, 2026

Weekly Newsletter - october 11, 2026

Sent 10/11/2026, 2:00 PM.

Hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend.  We have a TON of things happening over the next couple weeks.  Please make sure you read through everything coming up so we can all be on the same page.

Important reminder - All-State registrations are due this coming Tuesday, 10/13, so get registered ASAP.

Let's get into this week...

What's in this newsletter?

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

• All-State Registrations - All-State (concert and jazz) registrations are open - register by 10/13

• Volunteer Opportunities - Zia signups are ready.  More to come...

• And a word from Mr. Sayre - always make time to read through this section

This week in band...

Monday 10/12

• NO SCHOOL

Tuesday 10/13

• 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Tuesday Afternoon Rehearsal

• ALL-STATE REGISTRATION DUE

Wednesday 10/14

• 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Color Guard Class

Thursday 10/15

• 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Percussion Class

Saturday 10/17

• Zia Marching Fiesta - ALL DAY - Report Time: 9:00 AM.  Here is the itinerary - more details below in Mr. Sayre's section.

Now on to the details...

All-State Registrations

All-State registrations for both concert and jazz are now open.  The cost is $22 per audition for concert all-state, and $24 per audition for jazz all-state.  You can register using the link below.  Registration closes on 10/13.

All-State Registration Link: https://2026-2027-all-state-registrations.cheddarup.com 

Volunteer Opportunities

Currently available signups:

• Zia Marching Fiesta, Saturday, 10/17  - BIG DAY! Chaperone, food/fun, and hydration slots available.  More to come.

• Marching MPA, Wednesday, 10/21 - Help us run this event.  Signup using this Signup Genius link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948A8A72BAAFDC07-66592890-apsmarching#/ 

Remember, if you want to volunteer at any time this year, please get your background clearance started now so you are ready to go.  It's easy - all the details are on the How To Volunteer page.

Go Eagles!

JD

a word from Mr. Sayre...

Hello Eagles!

We hope you are getting some well-earned rest over fall break! We return to school on Tuesday and will have just four days until we perform at the Zia Marching Band Fiesta.

We have four major performances coming up over the next two weeks: Zia, the APS Marching Performance Assessment (MPA), our football game, and NAU. It is going to be a busy stretch, and we need everyone present, prepared, and ready to go.

We also need volunteers for the APS MPA! This year, the event will be held at Wilson Stadium on Wednesday, October 21. Please sign up using the link provided if you are available to help. We appreciate the support!

This Week at a Glance

• Monday: No school

• Tuesday: Normal school day; full band rehearsal, 4–6 PM. Bring blue hoodies and uniform hats. All-State registration deadline!

• Wednesday: Color Guard class, 4–6 PM

• Thursday: Percussion class, 4–6 PM

• Friday: Rest up, drink water, and eat well.

• Saturday: Zia Marching Band Fiesta — all day

All-State Audition Registration

Please use the link Mr. Dencklau provided to register for All-State auditions. I need to complete the school-side registration as soon as possible, so please do not wait until the last minute.

Remember that all students are required to learn the All-State audition material for the Zero Hour Band audition, regardless of whether they register for All-State. Registration fees double after the deadline, so please take care of this as soon as possible!

Zia Marching Band Fiesta — Saturday, October 17

We will perform at UNM Stadium this Saturday. Our day begins at 9:00 AM on the marching field for rehearsal. There is a HUGE event going on Saturday on Campus and you will need a parking pass in order to get on campus (directors will provide) in order to park in the South Lot.  Wear your full uniform and bring all required uniform extras. We will use this time to put the final touches on our show before the performance.

Please review the itinerary for the day's schedule and details:

Zia Marching Band Fiesta Itinerary

APS Marching Performance Assessment — Wednesday, October 21

The APS MPA will take place at Wilson Stadium. We will follow our normal game-day procedures, with a 4:45 PM call time and departure as soon as the buses are ready.

Our warm-up begins at 7:50 PM, with our performance scheduled for 8:20 PM.

We are also looking for volunteers to help make this event run smoothly. Thank you to everyone who is willing to lend a hand! Eldorado has had a big role in helping to make the event happen.  Please sign up here. 

Looking Ahead: NAU

Our performance at NAU is coming up soon! We have a lot to accomplish in a short amount of time, and the work we put in now will make a difference. Let's make sure we put our best foot forward and represent Eldorado well.

Enjoy your Monday off, get some rest, and come back recharged on Tuesday. We have a big couple of weeks ahead of us!

Go Eagles!

Mr. Sayre