Marching Band Information

Updated November 8th, 2024. Please check back for updated times and other information.

Enrollment

ONLINE ENROLLMENT OPENS: January 6th, 2025

ONLINE ENROLLMENT ENDS: March 7th, 2025

New Members: Create your Membership Toolkit account
Returning Members: Register on Membership Toolkit

Please join us to complete your registration:

  • Parkview Marching Band Registration Night and Orientation
    Date TBD
    • Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 @ 6:00 pm in The Parkview HS Band Room

Important:

  1. Band Camp is mandatory for marching band participants.
  2. Students in Marching Band must be enrolled in a Parkview High School Band Class.
  3. See Band Camp schedule, attendance and financial information below.

Band Camp

Band Camp Schedule 2024

  • Pre-Camp
    July 16th -18th, 2025
    9am–4pm
    MANDATORY for ALL members
  • Band Camp
    July 21 – July 26, 2025
    8am–8pm
    MANDATORY for ALL Members
  • Night Camp
    July 28 – August 1st, 2025
    4pm–7pm

Fall Rehearsal Dates

The Marching Band is “Active Duty” from the start of band camp through the first 15 weeks of the school year. Our rehearsal schedule is below. Please see the calendar for more details.

  • Until Labor Day: Mondays 2:30 – 4:30pm Music Rehearsals
  • Whole Season: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 – 7pm
    • 2:30 pm – Band Room open for study hall
    • 4:00 pm – Students Report/Field Set-up
    • 4:30 pm – Rehearsal Begins
    • 7:30 pm – Rehearsal Ends/Pack-up Equipment
    • 8:00 pm – Dismissal (students picked up)

Attendance Commitment

The success of the Marching Band depends entirely on consistent student attendance. All dates are required for the entirety of the season. We have very strict attendance policies which help to keep the quality of our band and performances at a high level. Students must attend all dates listed above, regardless of circumstance. A complete copy of our attendance policies will be handed out after enrollment in the program.

Financial Commitment

The Parkview Band Boosters provides the main funding source for the PHS Band. An incredible amount of money is needed to operate a large, successful program. The expected annual financial contribution is as follows:

  • Concert Only (people who are not in marching band) $160
  • Marching Band Members
    • All Members: $50 Non-Refundable Registration Deposit
    • All Members: $670 (including the deposit)
    • Percussion Members: +$150
    • Color Guard: +$150

Each family is expected to pay this amount each year. The Band Boosters offer many fundraising opportunities throughout the year to help students and parents meet this obligation. If your family is experiencing a temporary financial hardship, please contact a director at your convenience so we can craft an individualized plan that will allow you to make payments that fit your budget.

Marching Band Fees Breakdown

  • Band Camp Meals: $45
  • Equipment Maintenance: $30
  • Show Shirt: $20
  • Uniform Materials: $50
  • Band Instructional Fees: $225
  • Band Participation Fee: $300

Additional Expenses

  • GCPS Instrument Rental Fee $30 (half year), $60 (full year) – paid through MyPaymentsPlus
  • Lyre and Flip Folder $12 (This fee can be waived if you already own one)
  • Marching Shoes $30 (for 9th graders and those who need new ones)

Payment Plans

Four standard payment plan options are available including:

  • Pay in full by June 15th
  • 3 Payment Option: first payment on June 15th – last payment on August 15th
  • 6 Payment Option: first payment on June 15th – last payment on December 15th

Physicals

Marching Band is very active! To participate, a physical exam is required. All returning members must complete their physical evaluation and upload to RankOne between May and July. Please click this link for access to the Instructions for Marching Band physicals