TO HAVE THE RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES OF MEMBERSHIP, I WILL, TO THE BEST OF MY ABILITY, FAITHFULLY FULFILL THE FOLLOWING:

1. I will be prepared daily with instrument, supplies (as described in the band handbook) and music. I AM RESPONSIBLE for replacing my music if lost. I also understand that I am expected to come to class with my music prepared adequately so as not to hinder the band rehearsal. I will be seated and ready for fundamentals when the tardy bell rings. This includes having my instrument, music and pencil out.

2. I will wear the completed band uniform for all events and performances unless otherwise informed by the director. Failure to do so will jeopardize my playing the performance and membership in the organization.

3. I will attend pre-scheduled instrumental sectionals, full band rehearsals, or clinics that may be necessary outside of the regular school day. These are a required part of the class, and I will earn part of my band grade by being in attendance. If my absence to any of the aforementioned required extra rehearsals is unexcused, the result will be a lower grade and/or lower chair placement and/or loss of points (point system). Repeat or consistent unexcused absences at such rehearsals/sectionals could result in my being moved to a lower band.

4. I understand that conduct and attitude are a high priority. I will, to the best of my ability, demonstrate leadership and exemplary conduct. If I choose to demonstrate unacceptable conduct as listed in the Band Handbook, I realize that I will not be eligible to take special trips and that the possibility exists for me to be removed from the performing organization.

5. I will prepare and perform a solo as part of the graded requirements for being in this organization. I will perform my solo for a judge at the Aledo Solo Contest during the spring semester.

6. Through home practice and before/after school sectionals, I will diligently prepare my band music or other required material.

7. I will maintain passing grades in ALL classes, including band, so that I will be eligible for competitions and performances. If I am concerned about my grades, I will make the band directors aware and will seek help from my classroom teachers and/or tutors.

8. I will attend and be on time for all performances of the Aledo Middle School Band.

9. I understand that band is a full, one-year commitment (per band policy).

10. I agree to take personal responsibility for my band experience and not rely solely on my parents and friends to tell me the what, when, where, and how as it relates to the band program. I will either A) have a working student email address entered in Charms; or B) be given access to band announcements through my parents' email program. This is so that I can read the band announcements and updates sent out weekly via email through Charms. If I do not have internet access to review these updates and announcements, I will read those that are posted on the band hall bulletin board.