Category: Weekly Announcements

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21: MSBOA All-State Registration Deadline (optional), Drumline Sectional

• MSBOA All-State Registration due no later than 3:30 PM. Payments must be in a labeled envelope and placed in the white mailbox in the Band Room.
• Drumline Sectional @ 3:30 – 5:00 PM.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22: TUESDAY After-School Marching Band Rehearsal; Drumline Sectional

• Bring all Marching Band rehearsal necessities and dress for the weather.
• Drumline Sectional @ 5:15 – 6:30 PM.
• Music Boosters Meeting @ 7:00 – 8:30 PM in the Northville District Library Friends Meeting Room, on the lower level behind the reference desk.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23: Drumline Sectional

• Drumline Sectional @ 3:30 – 5:00 PM.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24: Music Leadership Workshop (optional); Drumline Sectional

• Music Leadership Workshop in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132 @ 6:00 – 7:00 AM with Dr. Ray-Hepp. These optional workshops held on Thursday mornings are open to all NHS music students.
• Drumline Sectional @ 4:00 – 6:00 PM.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25: Pep Band Performance @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth Wildcats (optional)

• Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth
• Pep Band Information & SignUp
• Attire: Northville Colors & NHS/Band Spirit Wear
• Locations: NHS Band Room / Plymouth HS Football Stadium
• Report to NHS Band Room: 5:00 PM
• Depart NHS: 5:45 PM
• Enter Plymouth HS Football Stadium: 6:15 PM

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

• SEP. 22 – TUESDAY After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 25 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth Wildcats – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• SEP. 30 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 2 – Marching Band @ Homecoming Parade & Home Football Game vs. Fordson Tractors
• OCT. 7 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 9 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Belleville Tigers – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• OCT. 14 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 16 – Drumline & Pep Band @ Meads Mill Pep Assembly – PEP BAND SIGNUP; Marching Band @ Senior Night Home Football Game vs. Salem Rocks
• OCT. 17 – 2026 Global Grace Cancer Run, hosted by Mr. Kollipara @ Cass Benton (9 AM to 12 PM Noon)
• OCT. 23 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. TBD – PEP BAND SIGNUP

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.
• We have nearly 300 volunteer slots this year. We ask each family to participate at least once, but more is better.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS

• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• Parents can attend monthly Boosters meetings. Visit the Boosters Page for the meeting schedule.
• Visit the Boosters SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer and the Boosters Website for more information about the Boosters.

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

• Contact Mr. Kollipara if you would like to purchase marching band show shirts from previous marching seasons, or any other apparel not currently available to order online from the Northville Stitching Post.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14: Drumline Sectional

• Drumline Sectional @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15: Drumline Sectional; Pep Band Rehearsal

• Drumline Sectional @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM.
• Pep Band Rehearsal @ 4:30 – 6:00 PM.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16: After-School Marching Band Rehearsal; Drumline Sectional

• Bring all Marching Band rehearsal necessities and dress for the weather. Rehearsals are every Wednesday until the final Home Football Game, unless otherwise stated.
• Any Band apparel that has not been picked up will be distributed at rehearsal.
• Band Photos have arrived! They will be available for pickup at rehearsal.
• Senior Banners will be displayed at the Sports Den Stadium on the fence in front of the Band bleachers. They can be picked up at NHS on Friday, December 4 at Band-O-Rama.
• Drumline Sectional @ 5:15 – 6:30 PM.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17: Music Leadership Workshop (optional); Drumline Sectional

• Music Leadership Workshop in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132 @ 6:00 – 7:00 AM with Dr. Ray-Hepp. These optional workshops held on Thursday mornings are open to all NHS music students.
• Drumline Sectional @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18: Marching Band Performance @ Victorian Parade & Home Football Game vs. Novi Wildcats

• MARCHING BAND PERFORMANCE @ Victorian Parade & Home Football Game
  • Attire: Marching Uniform
    • Marching Jacket & Bibbers – must wear at minimum a short-sleeve shirt and shorts underneath to prevent sweat on uniforms; do not wear anything with a hood since they stick out of the uniform
    • Shako & Plume
    • Black Marching Gloves – get from Mr. Kollipara at Wednesday rehearsal if you do not have them
    • Long Black Socks without logos or additional colors – no footies or white socks
    • Marching Shoes
    • Front Ensemble (Pit) Percussion wears their Percussion Baseball Cap for all outdoor performances. Percussionists should purchase the Percussion Baseball Cap if they did not purchase it when polos were ordered.
  • Locations: Tipping Point Theatre Parking Lot @ Cady & Griswold Intersection (Parade) / Sports Den Stadium (Game)
  • Report to NHS to Load Trailer (Leadership and Front Ensemble): 4:00 PM
  • Drumline Setup Drum Stands in Stadium: 4:45 PM
  • Report to Parade (All Students): 5:45 PM
  • Parade: 6:30 – 7:00 PM
  • Football Game Tickets: For spectators, $6.00 via GoFan or pay at the gate. KLAA and NHS Passes are accepted. Gates at ticket booths open at 6:00 PM. No tickets for Band Students – they always enter free!
  • No Pre-Game Performance due to Victorian Parade
  • Kickoff: 7:00 PM (we will not be at the Stadium by this time due to the Victorian Parade)
  • Halftime: Marching Show; Band Students provided pizza & beverages after performance (time depends on gameplay – we cannot estimate when this starts!)
  • Post-Game Performance (time depends on gameplay – we cannot estimate when this starts!)
  • Front Ensemble unloads trailer at Stadium before reporting to Parade. Sousaphones and Color Guard transport their own equipment. The Band will perform while marching the Parade. After the Parade, the Band with receive water before reporting directly to the Band bleachers at the Stadium for the Football Game. Either walk or drive, but traffic and parking may be challenging. No rehearsal at the Plateau and no Pre-Game Performance due to Parade; only the Marching Show at Halftime and Post-Game Performance.
  • Load Trailer (Leadership, Front Ensemble, Sousaphones, Color Guard, Drumline) and return to NHS to unload. Sousaphones and Color Guard can send their equipment back to NHS on the trailer. Sousaphones must be in cases or they cannot be sent on the trailer!

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

• SEP. 16 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 18 – Marching Band @ Victorian Parade & Home Football Game vs. Novi Wildcats
• SEP. 22 – TUESDAY After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 25 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth Wildcats – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• SEP. 30 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 2 – Marching Band @ Homecoming Parade & Home Football Game vs. Fordson Tractors
• OCT. 7 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 9 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Belleville Tigers – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• OCT. 14 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 16 – Drumline & Pep Band @ Meads Mill Pep Assembly – PEP BAND SIGNUP; Marching Band @ Senior Night Home Football Game vs. Salem Rocks
• OCT. 23 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. TBD – PEP BAND SIGNUP

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.
• We have nearly 300 volunteer slots this year. We ask each family to participate at least once, but more is better.
• We are in need of a Lead Parent Volunteer to handle Home Football Game Drinks. Please contact Sarah Weber in the NHS Band Facebook Group for information.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS

• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• Parents can attend monthly Boosters meetings. Visit the Boosters Page for the meeting schedule.
• Visit the Boosters SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer and the Boosters Website for more information about the Boosters.

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

• Contact Mr. Kollipara if you would like to purchase marching band show shirts from previous marching seasons, or any other apparel not currently available to order online from the Northville Stitching Post.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7: NO SCHOOL – Labor Day

• NO SCHOOL – Labor Day

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8: Drumline Sectional

• Drumline Sectional @ 3:00 – 4:00 PM.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9: After-School Marching Band Rehearsal

• Bring all Marching Band rehearsal necessities and dress for the weather. Rehearsals are every Wednesday until the final Home Football Game, unless otherwise stated.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11: Marching Band Performance @ “Youth Night” Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs

• MARCHING BAND PERFORMANCE @ “Youth Night” Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs
  • Attire: Summer Uniform – Band Polo tucked into BLACK DRESS PANTS (no jeans, sweatpants, yoga pants, etc…), Black Belt (if needed), LONG BLACK SOCKS WITHOUT LOGOS (no footies or white socks), and Marching Shoes. Front Ensemble (Pit) Percussion wears their Percussion Baseball Cap for all outdoor performances.
  • Location: Plateau (grass practice football field across bridge from Hillside) / march in parade block to Sports Den Stadium
  • Report to NHS (Leadership, Front Ensemble, Sousaphones, Color Guard): 4:00 PM
  • Drumline Setup Drum Stands in Stadium: 4:45 PM
  • Report to Plateau (ALL Students): 5:00 PM
  • Pre-Game Performance: 6:40 PM; water provided after performance
  • Kickoff: 7:00 PM
  • Halftime: Marching Show; pizza and beverages provided after performance (time depends on gameplay – we cannot estimate this!)
  • Post-Game Performance (time depends on gameplay – we cannot estimate this!)
  • Load Trailer & Return NHS to Unload (Leadership, Drumline, Front Ensemble, Sousaphones, Color Guard)

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

• SEP. 9 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 11 – Marching Band @ Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs
• SEP. 16 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 18 – Marching Band @ Victorian Parade & Home Football Game vs. Novi Wildcats
• SEP. 22 – TUESDAY After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 25 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth Wildcats – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• SEP. 30 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 2 – Marching Band @ Homecoming Parade & Home Football Game vs. Fordson Tractors
• OCT. 7 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 9 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Belleville Tigers – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• OCT. 14 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 16 – Drumline & Pep Band @ Meads Mill Pep Assembly – PEP BAND SIGNUP; Marching Band @ Senior Night Home Football Game vs. Salem Rocks
• OCT. 23 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. TBD – PEP BAND SIGNUP

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.
• We have nearly 300 volunteer slots this year. We ask each family to participate at least once, but more is better.
• We are in need of a Lead Parent Volunteer to handle Home Football Game Drinks. Please contact Sarah Weber in the NHS Band Facebook Group for information.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS

• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• Parents can attend monthly Boosters meetings. Visit the Boosters Page for the meeting schedule.
• Visit the Boosters SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer and the Boosters Website for more information about the Boosters.

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

• Contact Mr. Kollipara if you would like to purchase marching band show shirts from previous marching seasons, or any other apparel not currently available to order online from the Northville Stitching Post.

MONDAY, AUGUST 31: First Day of Classes for 2026/27 School Year; Jazz Rehearsal; Drumline Performance

• You will march during Band class, starting today. Bring all Marching Band rehearsal necessities and dress for the weather.
• 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.
• Drumline Performance @ 3:30 – 4:00 PM at Thornton Creek main entrance. Report to Thornton Creek by 3:15 PM.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1: Jazz Rehearsal

• 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2: After-School Marching Band Rehearsal

• Bring all Marching Band rehearsal necessities and dress for the weather. Rehearsals are every Wednesday until the final Home Football Game, unless otherwise stated.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3: Jazz Rehearsal; Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Canton Cobras (optional)

• 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.
• PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • Attire: Northville Colors & NHS/Band Spirit Wear
  • Locations: NHS Band Room / Canton HS Football Stadium
  • Report to NHS Band Room for Rehearsal: 5:00 PM
  • Depart NHS: 5:45 PM
  • Enter Canton HS Football Stadium: 6:15 PM

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6: 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble @ 47th Annual Detroit Jazz Festival

• 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Detroit Jazz Festival Performance @ 1:00 – 1:30 PM.
• Parking Information & Event Details
• Attire: Tuxedo
• Locations: NHS Band Room / Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center (Downtown Detroit)
• Report to NHS Band Room for Rehearsal: 10:30 AM
• Report to Valade Jazz Center: 12:00 PM

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

• AUG. 31 – First Day of Classes for 2026/27 School Year; Drumline Performance @ Thornton Creek
• SEP. 2 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 3 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Canton Cobras – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• SEP. 6 – 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble @ Detroit Jazz Festival
• SEP. 9 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 11 – Marching Band @ Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs
• SEP. 16 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 18 – Marching Band @ Victorian Parade & Home Football Game vs. Novi Wildcats
• SEP. 22 – TUESDAY After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 25 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth Wildcats – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• SEP. 30 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 2 – Marching Band @ Homecoming Parade & Home Football Game vs. Fordson Tractors
• OCT. 7 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 9 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Belleville Tigers – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• OCT. 14 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 16 – Drumline & Pep Band @ Meads Mill Pep Assembly – PEP BAND SIGNUP; Marching Band @ Senior Night Home Football Game vs. Salem Rocks
• OCT. 23 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. TBD – PEP BAND SIGNUP

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.
• We have nearly 300 volunteer slots this year. We ask each family to participate at least once, but more is better.
• We are in need of a Lead Parent Volunteer to handle Home Football Game Drinks. Please contact Sarah Weber in the NHS Band Facebook Group for information.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS

• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• Parents can attend monthly Boosters meetings. Visit the Boosters Page for the meeting schedule.
• Visit the Boosters SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer and the Boosters Website for more information about the Boosters.

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

• Contact Mr. Kollipara if you would like to purchase marching band show shirts from previous marching seasons, or any other apparel not currently available to order online from the Northville Stitching Post.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 23: Show Shirt Design Submission EXTENDED Deadline

• Marching Show Shirt Designs due no later than 11:59 PM.

MONDAY, AUGUST 24: Make-Up Transition Day, Band Camp, Marching Band Yearbook Photo, Jazz Rehearsal

• Make-Up Transition Day @ 8:00 AM for any students who missed their grade’s transition day last week.
• BAND CAMP @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Any students who have not yet been fitted for a Marching Uniform must report to the uniform room this morning to be fitted before photos.
• Band Yearbook Photos for All Students in Main Gymnasium @ 1:00 PM in Marching Uniform. Be in your Marching Uniform early to begin pictures promptly @ 1:00 PM. No shako or gloves for the photos. Photos are cropped at the knees, so you can wear marching shoes or athletic shoes. Today is the deadline to order BAND PICTURES (all students) and 2×3 SENIOR BANNERS (2027 Seniors only) from VSN. Senior Banners will be attached to the fence on the home side of the Sports Den Stadium for the marching season, and available for pick-up at Band-O-Rama on Friday, December 4. PICTURE/BANNER ORDERING DETAILS BELOW:
  • Enter Billing Details
  • Order Type: Pre-Order
  • School/Organization: Northville High School
  • Sport/Activity: Marching Band
  • Click Verification checkbox
  • Type student’s First Name and Last Name
  • Sport/Section Description: Combo
    • Uniform Number: type student’s instrument name
  • Team Level: Other
    • Other Description: type “High School”
  • Type Name to Appear if ordering personalized items
  • Select Date to Appear if ordering personalized items
  • Type Order Notes if applicable
  • Click Disclaimer checkbox
  • Enter Credit Card information
  • Click Place Order
• 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 5:00 – 6:00 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 25: Band Camp (PM only), Jazz Rehearsal, Pep Band Meeting & Rehearsal, Show Shirt Voting Deadline

• BAND CAMP @ 1:00 – 5:00 PM due to Teacher Professional Development.
• 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 5:00 – 6:00 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.
• Pep Band Meeting & Rehearsal @ 6:00 – 7:00 PM. Pep Band is open to ALL GRADES, regardless of having participated in previous years. SIGN UP HERE!
• Marching Show Shirt Voting closes @ 11:59 PM. The winning Marching Show Shirt design will be announced at the Band Picnic on Wednesday.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26: Band Camp (PM only), Band Picnic

• BAND CAMP @ 1:00 – 5:00 PM due to Teacher Professional Development.
• Band Picnic at Millennium Park Pavilion @ 5:00 – 8:00 PM. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO BRING ITEMS! Kona Ice provided for Band Appreciation Week, courtesy of NHS Football! The winning Marching Show Shirt design will be announced.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 27: Band Camp (AM only), MARCHING BAND PERFORMANCE @ HOME FOOTBALL GAME

• BAND CAMP @ 9:00 – 11:30 AM.
• MARCHING BAND PERFORMANCE @ “Band Appreciation Night” Home Football Game vs. Lake Orion Dragons
  • Attire: Summer Uniform – Band Polo tucked into BLACK DRESS PANTS (no jeans, sweatpants, yoga pants, etc…), Black Belt (if needed), LONG BLACK SOCKS WITHOUT LOGOS (no footies or white socks), and Marching Shoes. Front Ensemble (Pit) Percussion wears their Percussion Baseball Cap for all outdoor performances.
  • Location: Plateau (grass practice football field across bridge from Hillside) / march in parade block to Sports Den Stadium
  • Report to NHS (Leadership, Front Ensemble, Sousaphones, Color Guard): 4:00 PM
  • Drumline Reports to Stadium: 4:45 PM; setup drum stands in bleachers
  • Report to Plateau (ALL Students): 5:00 PM
  • Pre-Game Performance: 6:40 PM; water provided after performance
  • Kickoff: 7:00 PM
  • Halftime: Marching Show; pizza and beverages provided after performance (time depends on gameplay – we cannot estimate this!)
  • Post-Game Performance (time depends on gameplay – we cannot estimate this!)
  • Load Trailer & Return NHS to Unload (Leadership, Drumline, Front Ensemble, Sousaphones, Color Guard)

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

• AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp – see Weekly Announcements & Band Packet for details
• AUG. 25 – Pep Band Meeting & Rehearsal – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• AUG. 26 – Band Picnic – SIGNUP TO BRING ITEMS
• AUG. 27 – Marching Band @ “Band Appreciation Night” Home Football Game vs. Lake Orion Dragons
• AUG. 31 – First Day of Classes for 2026/27 School Year
• SEP. 2 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 3 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Canton Cobras – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• SEP. 6 – 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble @ Detroit Jazz Festival
• SEP. 9 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 11 – Marching Band @ Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs
• SEP. 16 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 18 – Marching Band @ Victorian Parade & Home Football Game vs. Novi Wildcats
• SEP. 22 – TUESDAY After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 25 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth Wildcats – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• SEP. 30 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 2 – Marching Band @ Homecoming Parade & Home Football Game vs. Fordson Tractors
• OCT. 7 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 9 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Belleville Tigers – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• OCT. 14 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 16 – Drumline & Pep Band @ Meads Mill Pep Assembly – PEP BAND SIGNUP; Marching Band @ Senior Night Home Football Game vs. Salem Rocks
• OCT. 23 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. TBD – PEP BAND SIGNUP

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS

• The NHS Music Boosters Board position for President for the 2026/27 school year is open. Contact Mr. Kollipara if interested.
• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• Parents can attend monthly Boosters meetings. Visit the Boosters Page for the meeting schedule.
• Visit the Boosters SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer and the Boosters Website for more information about the Boosters.

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

• Contact Mr. Kollipara if you would like to purchase marching band show shirts from previous marching seasons, or any other apparel not currently available to order online from Canton Embroidery.

MONDAY, AUGUST 17: Senior Transition Day, Band Camp, Marching Uniform Fittings, Band Apparel Orders Due, Marching Shoe & Tux Shirt Fittings, Band Fees Due

• Senior Transition Day @ 8:00 AM.
• ALL STUDENTS report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Marching Uniform Fittings during Band Camp (AM only) for anyone who has not received one yet – complete Band Uniform Agreement if you have not done so already.
• ONLINE ORDERING DEADLINE @ 2:00 PM for Band Polo, “Halftime is Gametime” T-Shirt, and Percussion Baseball Cap.
  • Order HERE from the Northville Stitching Post
  • SELECT FREE PICKUP! Mr. Kollipara picks up all items in bulk, then students can pick up their items in the Band Room.
  • BAND POLO: Required for all Band Students; Freshmen & New Students need to purchase; Returning Students should purchase a new Band Polo if their current one is worn out or does not fit.
  • “HALFTIME IS GAMETIME” T-SHIRT: Optional, but is great NHS Band representation. Most students, parents, and family members purchase these shirts.
  • PERCUSSION BASEBALL CAP: Required for students in Front Ensemble (Pit Percussion) since it is a uniform item used in place of the shako; optional for Drumline. Parents and family members can order these, too.
• Marching Shoe & Tuxedo Shirt Fittings @ 1:00 – 3:00 PM in Ensemble/Orchestra Room, and all other Band Fees due by the end of the day:
  • In addition to paying the other fees listed on RevTrak, the marching shoes and tuxedo shirts are paid for via the NHS Band RevTrak Page. Only pay for what you need and what is required for your student (please read the description of each of the 5 items!). Once marching shoes and tuxedo shirts are shipped to us, students can pick them up in the Band Room. If you are missing the fitting day, you must email sizes to Mr. Kollipara, or else a $25 shipping fee will be assessed for late orders.
  • MARCHING SHOES: Required for all Freshmen, New Students, and any Returning Students who need replacements.
  • TUXEDO SHIRTS: Required for new members in Symphonic Band 11/12, Jazz Ensemble, and Percussion Ensemble, and any Returning Students in these groups who need replacements.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 18: Junior Transition Day, Band Camp, 2025/26 Jazz Rehearsal

• Junior Transition Day @ 8:00 AM.
• ALL STUDENTS report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 5:00 – 6:00 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19: Sophomore Transition Day, Band Camp

• Sophomore Transition Day @ 8:00 AM.
• ALL STUDENTS report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 20: Freshmen Transition Day, Band Camp

• Drumline in Grades 10-12 report to Band Room @ 7:00 AM for Freshmen Transition Day 7:30 AM Performance at Main Entrance.
• Freshmen Transition Day @ 7:45 AM.
• Seniors, Junior, and Sophomores report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Freshmen report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 1:00 – 5:00 PM.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 21: Band Camp, 2025/26 Jazz Rehearsal, Show Shirt Design Submission Deadline

• All Students report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 5:00 – 6:00 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.
• Marching Show Shirt Designs due no later than 11:59 PM.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

• AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp – see Weekly Announcements & Band Packet for details
• AUG. 25 – Pep Band Meeting & Rehearsal – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• AUG. 26 – Band Picnic
• AUG. 27 – Marching Band @ “Band Appreciation Night” Home Football Game vs. Lake Orion Dragons
• AUG. 31 – First Day of Classes for 2026/27 School Year
• SEP. 2 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 3 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Canton Cobras – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• SEP. 6 – 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble @ Detroit Jazz Festival
• SEP. 9 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 11 – Marching Band @ Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs
• SEP. 16 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 18 – Marching Band @ Victorian Parade & Home Football Game vs. Novi Wildcats
• SEP. 22 – TUESDAY After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 25 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth Wildcats – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• SEP. 30 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 2 – Marching Band @ Homecoming Parade & Home Football Game vs. Fordson Tractors
• OCT. 7 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 9 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Belleville Tigers – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• OCT. 14 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 16 – Drumline & Pep Band @ Meads Mill Pep Assembly – PEP BAND SIGNUP; Marching Band @ Senior Night Home Football Game vs. Salem Rocks
• OCT. 23 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. TBD – PEP BAND SIGNUP

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS

• Purchase NHS Music Boosters Raffle Tickets on Zeffy to support our Band, Choir, and Orchestra. All Music Department Families must buy or sell 5 Raffle Tickets ($20/each) for a successful fundraiser. This year’s goal is to sell 1,000+ tickets.
• Visit the Boosters SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer and the Boosters Website for more information about the Boosters.
• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• Parents can attend monthly Boosters meetings. Visit the Boosters Page for the meeting schedule.

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

• Contact Mr. Kollipara if you would like to purchase marching band show shirts from previous marching seasons, or any other apparel not currently available to order online from Canton Embroidery.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12: Band Camp for All Leadership, Percussion, Sousaphones, and Color Guard, Marching Uniform Fittings for Leadership

• Leadership: Report to Band Room @ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
• Marching Uniform Fittings for Leadership during Band Camp (AM only) – complete Band Uniform Agreement if you have not done so already.
• All New and Returning Percussion, Sousaphones, and Color Guard: Report to Band Room @ 1:00 – 3:00 PM.
• Percussion Auditions for Freshmen & New Students: Report to Band Room @ 1:00 PM. Pickup students @ 3:00 PM.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 13: Band Camp for Sections/Grades Listed Below, Marching Uniform Fittings for Freshmen & New Students

• Leadership and all Percussion, Sousaphones, Color Guard, Freshmen, and New Students report to Band Room @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Marching Uniform Fittings for Freshmen & New Students during Band Camp (AM & PM) – complete Band Uniform Agreement if you have not done so already.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14: Band Camp for ALL Students, Marching Uniform Fittings, Band Parent Meeting

• All Students report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Marching Uniform Fittings during Band Camp (AM & PM) – complete Band Uniform Agreement if you have not done so already.
• MANDATORY Band Parent Information Meeting (parents from ALL grades) in Band Room @ 7:00 PM – SLIDESHOW.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

• AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp – see Weekly Announcements & Band Packet for details
• AUG. 25 – Pep Band Meeting & Rehearsal – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• AUG. 26 – Band Picnic
• AUG. 27 – Marching Band @ “Band Appreciation Night” Home Football Game vs. Lake Orion Dragons
• AUG. 31 – First Day of Classes for 2026/27 School Year
• SEP. 2 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 3 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Canton Cobras – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• SEP. 6 – 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble @ Detroit Jazz Festival
• SEP. 9 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 11 – Marching Band @ Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs
• SEP. 16 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 18 – Marching Band @ Victorian Parade & Home Football Game vs. Novi Wildcats
• SEP. 22 – TUESDAY After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• SEP. 25 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth Wildcats – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• SEP. 30 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 2 – Marching Band @ Homecoming Parade & Home Football Game vs. Fordson Tractors
• OCT. 7 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 9 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Belleville Tigers – PEP BAND SIGNUP
• OCT. 14 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
• OCT. 16 – Drumline & Pep Band @ Meads Mill Pep Assembly – PEP BAND SIGNUP; Marching Band @ Senior Night Home Football Game vs. Salem Rocks
• OCT. 23 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. TBD – PEP BAND SIGNUP

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS

• The NHS Music Boosters Board position for President for the 2026/27 school year is open. Contact Mr. Kollipara if interested.
• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• Parents can attend monthly Boosters meetings. Visit the Boosters Page for the meeting schedule.
• Visit the Boosters SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer and the Boosters Website for more information about the Boosters.

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

• Contact Mr. Kollipara if you would like to purchase marching band show shirts from previous marching seasons, or any other apparel not currently available to order online from Canton Embroidery.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10: Drumline Performance @ Amerman’s 5th Grade Clap-Out

• Attire: Drumline Hoodie or NHS Colors/Band Apparel
• Report to Amerman: 11:15 AM
• Performance: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

• JUN. 10 – Drumline @ Amerman for Last Day of School
• JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade
• AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp
• SEP. 6 – 2025-26 NHS Jazz Ensemble @ Detroit Jazz Festival

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

• The NHS Music Boosters Board position for President for the 2026-27 school year is open. Contact Mr. Kollipara if interested.
• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• Parents can attend monthly Boosters meetings. Visit the Boosters Page for the meeting schedule.
• Visit the Boosters SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer and the Boosters Website for more information about the Boosters.

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

• Contact Mr. Kollipara if you would like to purchase marching band show shirts from previous marching seasons, or any other apparel not currently available to order online from Canton Embroidery.

SUNDAY, MAY 31: Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement

• 2026 GRADUATION BAND DETAILS
• Attire: Dressy/“Sunday Best” – refer to Band Packet page 5
  • Dress in nice, respectable attire. Be classy and appropriate. Avoid casual clothing. Think of dressing up for the Homecoming Dance, a religious service, or a special outing. Any colors are fine.
  • Ladies: dresses, skirts, or slacks with blouses or other nice tops.
  • Men: suits, nice slacks, or shorts with a polo or buttoned shirt with nice shoes.
• Location: USA Hockey Arena – 14900 Beck Rd, Plymouth, MI 48170
• Band Room Open: 4:00 PM
• Arena Doors Open: 4:30 PM
• Report to Arena: 5:00 PM
• Ceremony: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
• Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors will perform Pomp & Circumstance for the Class of 2026 Commencement.
• Graduation Band is a required and graded performance for 9th, 10th, and 11th grade band students.

MONDAY, JUNE 1: Drumline @ Silver Springs, Jazz Rehearsal, Band Leadership Clinic

• Drumline @ Silver Spring Elementary Assembly.
  • Attire: Drumline Hoodie, NHS Apparel & Colors
  • Dismissed from 1B: 8:30 AM
  • Depart NHS: 8:45 AM
  • Report to Silver Springs: 9:00 AM
  • Perform: 9:15 AM
  • Return to NHS after performance. You will attend your 3B & 4B classes.
• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Band Leadership Clinic @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

TUESDAY, JUNE 2: Pep Band Rehearsal, Band Leadership Auditions

• Pep Band Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM in Band Room.
• Band Leadership Auditions @ 2:45 – 5:00 PM.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3: Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s

• CLIFF BELL’S TICKET AND PARKING INFORMATION
• Attire: Tuxedo
• Report to Cliff Bell’s: 5:30 PM
• Soundcheck: 6:00 PM
• Dinner: 6:30 PM
• NHS Performance: 7:00 – 8:00 PM
• Swing Syndicate Performance: 8:15 – 9:15 PM
• Jam Session: 9:30 – 10:00 PM

FRIDAY, JUNE 5: Pep Band Rehearsal, Pep Band @ Winchester

• COMPLETE GOOGLE FORM HERE to indicate if you are participating. ALL PERFORMERS MUST FILL THIS OUT AGAIN since the rehearsal and performance are new options in the Google Form.
• PEP BAND REPERTOIRE for this performance.
• Pep Band Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM in Band Room.
• Pep Band Performance @ 6:30 – 7:00 PM at Winchester Elementary.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

• MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
• JUN. 1 – Drumline @ Silver Springs Assembly
• JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinic
• JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
• JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band – TICKETS
• JUN. 5 – Pep Band @ Winchester 50th Anniversary Block Party – SIGN-UP
• JUN. 10 – Drumline @ Thornton Creek & Amerman for Last Day of School
• JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade
• AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

• The NHS Music Boosters Board position for President for the 2026-27 school year is open. Contact Mr. Kollipara if interested.
• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• Parents can attend monthly Boosters meetings. Visit the Boosters Page for the meeting schedule.
• Visit the Boosters SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer and the Boosters Website for more information about the Boosters.

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

• Contact Mr. Kollipara if you would like to purchase marching band show shirts from previous marching seasons, or any other apparel not currently available to order online from Canton Embroidery.

MONDAY, MAY 25: MEMORIAL DAY PARADE & CEREMONY

• MEMORIAL DAY DETAILS
• Attire: Summer Uniform – Band Polo tucked into black dress pants with black belt (if needed), long black socks, marching shoes.
• Band Room Open: 8:00 AM
• Report: 9:00 AM
• Report Location: Tipping Point Theatre Parking Lot (Cady & Griswold Intersection) in Downtown Northville
• Parade: 10:00 AM
• Ceremony: 11:00 AM in Rural Hill Cemetery
• Ice Cream: Casterline Funeral Home Parking Lot after Ceremony
• EAT A HIGH-PROTEIN BREAKFAST and HYDRATE before the parade. This is very important since it will be hot and sunny.
• The band marches the parade, which briefly stops at Oakwood Cemetery, then proceeds to Rural Hill Cemetery for the Memorial Day Ceremony, briefly stopping at the bridge before entering. The band performs A Salute to Freedom, You’re a Grand Old Flag, and God Bless America during the parade, and God Bless America and the Star Spangled Banner during the ceremony. Water is distributed to the band at Rural Hill. The band is dismissed after the ceremony, and Guernsey provides free ice cream to all in the Casterline Funeral Home parking lot. Return instruments to NHS on Tuesday.
• The Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony is a required and graded performance for all band students, including seniors.

TUESDAY, MAY 26: Jazz Rehearsal, Band Leadership Clinic

• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Band Leadership Clinic @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 27: Jazz Rehearsal, Band Leadership Clinic

• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Band Leadership Clinic @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

THURSDAY, MAY 28: Music Leadership Workshop, Jazz Rehearsal, Band Leadership Clinic

• Music Leadership Workshop in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132 @ 6:00 – 7:00 AM with Dr. Ray-Hepp. These optional workshops held on Thursday mornings are open to all NHS music students.
• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Band Leadership Clinic @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

FRIDAY, MAY 29: Drumline @ Elementary Field Days, A Night of Jazz with the NHS Jazz Ensemble

• Drumline @ Elementary Field Days
  • Attire: Drumline Hoodie, NHS Apparel & Colors
  • Report to Band Room at 11:15 AM to get drums.
  • Report to RIDGE WOOD Elementary at 11:30 AM to perform from 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM and 12:40 – 1:25 PM.
  • Report to WINCHESTER Elementary at 2:45 PM to perform from 3:00 – 3:30 PM.
• “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in OLD CHURCH SQUARE
  • NIGHT OF JAZZ DETAILS
  • Attire: Tuxedo
  • Location: OLD CHURCH SQUARE (by the Broughton Music entrance)
  • Report: 6:00 PM to OLD CHURCH SQUARE
  • Rhythm Section: Unload on DUNLAP ST
  • Concert: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
  • Jazz Ensemble members transport instruments. No trailer. Bring a music stand and a plexiglass sheet or clips to prevent wind from blowing music off stands. Rhythm section must ensure they have extension cords and cables for guitars, electric keyboard, and amps.

SATURDAY, MAY 30: Drumline @ Senior Car Parade

• SENIOR CAR PARADE DETAILS
• Attire: Drumline Hoodie, NHS Apparel & Colors
• Report to Band Room at 3:45 PM.
• Perform from 4:00 – 6:00 PM as cars parade into the NHS main lot.

SUNDAY, MAY 31: Graduation Band at the Class of 2026 Commencement

• 2026 GRADUATION BAND DETAILS
• Attire: Dressy/“Sunday Best” – refer to Band Packet page 5
  • Dress in nice, respectable attire. Be classy and appropriate. Avoid casual clothing. Think of dressing up for the Homecoming Dance, a religious service, or a special outing. Any colors are fine.
  • Ladies: dresses, skirts, or slacks with blouses or other nice tops.
  • Men: suits, nice slacks, or shorts with a polo or buttoned shirt with nice shoes.
• Location: USA Hockey Arena – 14900 Beck Rd, Plymouth, MI 48170
• Band Room Open: 4:00 PM
• Arena Doors Open: 4:30 PM
• Report to Arena: 5:00 PM
• Ceremony: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
• Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors will perform Pomp & Circumstance for the Class of 2026 Commencement.
• Graduation Band is a required and graded performance for 9th, 10th, and 11th grade band students.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

• MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
• MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
• MAY 29 – Drumline @ Ridge Wood & Winchester Field Days
• MAY 29 – A Night of Jazz with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square
• MAY 30 – Drumline @ Senior Car Parade
• MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
• JUN. 1 – Drumline @ Silver Springs Assembly
• JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
• JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band – TICKETS
• JUN. 5 – Pep Band @ Winchester 50th Anniversary Block Party – SIGN-UP
• JUN. 10 – Drumline @ Thornton Creek & Amerman for Last Day of School
• JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade
• AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

• Several NHS Music Boosters Board positions for the 2026-27 school year are open: President, Treasurer, Secretary, Website Designer, IT (to help with credit card payments for donations and raffle tickets), and Fundraising. Contact Mr. Kollipara if interested. Thank you to Carin Lawing and Lora Graentzdoerffer for continuing their positions!
• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• Parents can attend monthly Boosters meetings. Visit the Boosters Page for the meeting schedule.
• Visit the Boosters SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer and the Boosters Website for more information about the Boosters.

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

• Contact Mr. Kollipara if you would like to purchase marching band show shirts from previous marching seasons, or any other apparel not currently available to order online from Canton Embroidery.