Parent Newsletter - What a Year!

2022 Band Banquet

The 2022 Bentonville West Band Banquet reminded us of what an amazing year it has been. Students and parents filled the commons where they enjoyed an electric night of food, laughter, and celebration. Thank you to WBB Executive Vice President, Mandy Bean and the parents of the banquet committee, who helped organize such a beautiful event.

Congratulations to the students who received these outstanding awards:

John Philip Sousa
Band Award
Daniel Allen

Louis Armstrong
Jazz Award
Tucker Jeffrey

Outstanding Senior
Garrett Gutterridge

Outstanding Junior
Lucas Merriman

Outstanding Sophomore
Rebecca Johnson

Outstanding Freshman
Gloria Henry

Outstanding Brass
Drew Neff

Outstanding Brass
Evan Bankston

Outstanding Woodwind
Mackenzie Schofield

Outstanding Woodwind
Hannah Patterson

Outstanding Percussion
Avery Milford

Outstanding Colorguard
Charli Stephenson

Outstanding Winterguard
Addi Paladino


WHAT’S HAPPENING

  • Summer practices and band camp will be hot. Make sure students wear/bring sunscreen and a hat. School policy does not allow us to provide sunscreen.

  • Dress code for practices are a white shirt, athletic shorts, and tennis shoes. Color guard should wear all black athletic clothing and tennis shoes.

  • We are looking for volunteer managers for the 2022-2023 season. Managers will be assigned a set of responsibilities for the season by a Wolverine Band Booster officer. Learn More

  • Come build next seasons props with us! The Prop Workday is July 30, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Anyone can help and the more helpers we have, the sooner the projects will be completed.

  • Please complete your Parent Profile Form if you have not done so. We use this information to get to know our parents and guardians and ensure they receive all communications. Submit Now

  • Review the 2022 season information page to ensure you have completed and turned in all required forms. 2022 Season Information

  • Band Fee Payment #2 is due June 1. Please turn in your financial agreement form. Go to Charms

  • AMP Volunteer Opportunities are in full effect! Sign up for the mailing list to stay informed and sign up to work concerts now. AMP Information

  • Join the ‘Bentonville West Band 22-23’ Band App group to have everything a band parent needs right at your fingertips! Be in-the-know and socialize with other band parents. Join Now

  • Have you activated AmazonSmile? Support the BWHS Band every time you shop with Amazon, at no additional cost. Option must be renewed in your Amazon account every 6 months.


Become a Volunteer Manager for the 2022-2023 season! Volunteer Managers are dedicated volunteers tasked with a set of responsibilities for the season. These leaders will receive direction from a Wolverine Band Booster Officer and provide direction to volunteer helpers. Since volunteer helpers will be different for each volunteer opportunity, it is important that our Volunteer Managers understand and can communicate the details of tasks required for a successful and smooth season. We have a place for all levels of interest, time, and skill.


Students who acquire a business sponsorship will have 50% of the donation credited to their Charms account to be applied to their band fair share fees. The Wolverine Band Boosters are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Businesses or individuals who donate can request a tax receipt and are eligible for deduction. Donation can be completed online or via the printable form with cash or check.

Check out the details of our Battalion, Diamond, Gold, and Silver program levels and how we recognize our generous sponsors!


Congratulations to the 2022-2023 Wolverine Band Booster officers! The new season term begins July 1, 2022. Each officer will manage the full scope of their respective area. They will provide direction to their team of volunteer managers and helpers to ensure a successful and smooth season. We expect the largest marching band in our school’s history this season. We will have much to do to support this amazing program and will need all of you to make it happen.


SAVE THE DATE

June Full Band Camp
May 31, 2022 - June 2, 2022 | 5 - 8 p.m.

Midnight Regiment Practice
June 7, 2022 | 9 - 11 a.m.
June 14, 2022 | 9 - 11 a.m.
June 21, 2022 | 9 - 11 a.m.
June 28, 2022 | 9 - 11 a.m.
If in town

Color Guard Camp
July 18 - 22, 2022

Leadership Day
July 20, 2022
(Section Leaders and Drum Majors)

Midnight Regiment Percussion Intro Camp
July 21 - 22, 2022

Midnight Regiment Camp Week 1
July 25 - 29, 2022

Prop Workday
July 30, 2022 | 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Midnight Regiment Camp Week 2
August 1 - 5, 2022

Midnight Regiment Practice
August 8, 2022 | 4:15 - 6:30 p.m.
August 9, 2022 | 5:30 - 8 p.m.
August 11, 2022 | 4:15 - 6:30 p.m.

First Day of School
August 15, 2022


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