PV Band Weekly Update: 11.02-11.09

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 Good afternoon Band Families, 


GRAND CHAMPS at Jupiter, and UNDEFEATED in the season, WOW. This is the final push until the end; our competition is with ourselves and how much we can perfect our product. We still have so many improvements in achievement to make for the rest of the week, and while others may let off the gas pedal now, Mr. Rodriguez and I know how to get our kids to push the last 10% so we can send into the world a performance that sparkles and (two) we are proud of. 
We need YOU to support your kids this week - encourage them to stay on top of school work, support the kids at their performance this Saturday in Prelims (they thrive off audience engagement), and let's continue working hard for a Finals performance. 
We are adding a *quick* rehearsal on Friday from 4-6 so we can get one more run through and can load the trucks, and not have the kids come to school too early on Saturday morning. We are having a 'send off' performance, all are invited!! 

As always, please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns; happy to help in any way! Almost to the finish line!!! 
"Chop Wood, Carry Water"

Week at a Glance:
Monday, November 3 -- Color Guard and Percussion Rehearsal, 4pm-8pm
Tuesday, November 4 -- Full Marching Band Rehearsal, 4pm-8pm
Wednesday, November 5 -- Dine to Donate at Chipotle, 4pm-8pm
Thursday, November 6 -- Full Marching Band Rehearsal, 4pm-8pm
Friday, November 7 -- Full Marching Band Rehearsal and Sendoff Performance, 4pm-6pm
Saturday, November 8 -- State Championships at Flanagan High School and FIU

Sendoff Rehearsal and Performance on Friday:
A final practice with a sendoff performance before States has been added on Friday. Come out and celebrate everything the kids have accomplished this season by watching their final performance at the school. After the performance we ask parents to help load the trucks. Treats will be available for the kids!

State Championships on Saturday:
It's time for States! See the attached itinerary for the day's schedule and please check CutTime for volunteer needs. General event information is available here: https://www.fmbcstate.com/championships

Preliminary performance is at Flanagan High School in Pembroke Pines. Park Vista is scheduled to perform at 11:16am. 
Tickets for prelims are $32.11 and are available here: https://teachtix.com/fmbcstate/prelims-class-2a-and-4a-bands/saturday

Finals performance is at Pitbull Stadium at Florida International University in Miami. Class 4A is will compete from 8pm to 9pm. 
Tickets for finals are $53.16 for reserved seating midfield and $42.63 for open seating closer to the end zones. They are available here: https://teachtix.com/fmbcstate/finals-all-classes-2025/saturday.

For anyone not attending States in person, you can buy access to a livestream here: https://cavideopro.ottplatform.com/?cat_id=0

Invitational "Post-Mortem":
Help us improve every invitational! Take a few mins and fill out this Invitational "Post-Mortem" https://forms.gle/i78AuHRGW7dZSbceA

Chipotle Dine to Donate on Wednesday:
See the attached flier about our Dine to Donate event at Chipotle on November 5. Order online using code YBXQVK3 or present the flier in the restaurant. Chipotle will donate 25% of your order amount to the Band on all orders placed between 4pm and 8pm. Only available at the location at the corner of Jog Rd. and Lantana Rd.

All Fair Share is Now Due:
The complete Fair Share balance is now due. Check CutTime for your balance after fundraising and other fees and pay the balance. Your student’s name and FAIR SHARE should be written on the outside of an envelope with the payment and put in the band safe. Payment can also be made using School Cash Online. Reach out to Cheryl Phillips at treasurer@parkvistaband.com if you have any questions about your balance or need to work out a payment schedule.

Save the Date -- Bandsgiving on November 18:
The band's second annual Bandsgiving is coming up on Tuesday, November 18th starting at 6:30pm, location TBD (either the Cafeteria or the Courtyard).  The event will be a potluck style meal we will share with our Band Family.  Please come and plan to share Thanksgiving style or Cultural Dishes of your choosing.  This is a great opportunity to come together one last time at the end of the Fall Band Season before Thanksgiving Break.  Contact Amy at events@parkvistaband.com with any questions.

The suggested "menu" and needs will be posted in CutTime for foods (to serve a minimum of 10) as well as tableware needed to help make this event a success.  We ask that all families in attendance not to come empty handed and kindly contribute at least one dish, or more if desired.  

Fundraising Flea Markets:
With the end of marching season in sight, our flea market fundraisers are about to get underway. The first flea market this year will be on November 15 from 8am to 1pm. This is a great fundraiser for the band program. Please volunteer if you can make it -- slots will be available in CutTime soon. We encourage all of you to come support the flea market vendors by coming out to shop. See the attached flier for details and share it with friends, family, and with your neighborhood too! If you have a small business or have anything to sell, consider getting a booth for yourself, too. Vendor registration is available at https://www.parkvistaband.com/events. 

Email Amy, Seth, and Juliana at fundraising@parkvistaband.com with any questions.
Flea Market Dates:
November 15
December 13
January 10
February 7
March 7
April 11
May 2

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Amrutha Murthy
Band Director ▪ Park Vista Community High School
amrutha.murthy@palmbeachschools.org
561-491-8473 (O)
Park Vista Band | Band Parent HUB

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