Hi Band Families,
I hope you are enjoying your summer and your 4th of July holiday was amazing!
As we move closer to the start of the school year, I wanted to provide a few important updates:
Data Migration to CutTime:
We are making great progress on shifting Charms data to our new and improved system, CutTime. Thank you to all incoming 6th and 7th graders who have already provided information for you and your student. If you have not done so already, please click here to complete the form ASAP. If you aren't sure if you have completed the form, you may complete it again. We can remove any duplicates on our end.
We are now moving to rising/incoming 8th graders. 8th grade parents, please click here to provide updated information for you and your student.
Mark Your Calendar:
Tue. Aug. 6 - Thu. Aug. 8 @ 3:30pm - 6:30pm - Band Camp All returning students are eligible to attend. Cost is $80 per student for early registration. Cost is $100 per student for walk-ups. Register here: https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/lavilla-band-department/664e35a7b1a6177e9074168d Please Note: The event only shows Tuesday; however, the $80 covers all three days. Also, please be sure to complete the registration form after check-out.
Thu. Aug. 8 @ 6:00pm at LaVIlla Dining Hall - Booster Learning Workshop All parents are booster members and are invited to attend! Share your ideas and learn more about the booster and volunteer opportunities throughout the year.
Sat. Aug 10 @ 2:00pm - 4:00pm at LaVilla Dining Hall - LaVilla Band Family Social All band families are encouraged to attend! Fellowship with other families, welcome 6th graders, and get excited for the new year! Games - Music - Ice Cream Treats & More! All students must have an adult chaperone and no drop-offs will be permitted. Click here to RSVP by August 1st and be added to the Guest List
Tue. Aug 13 @ 6:00pm - New Band Student Orientation
Mon. Aug 19 @ 3:30pm - 4:45pm - Ashley Street Jazz Band Rehearsal This rehearsal is only for 7th & 8th grade students who auditioned and were selected for Ashley Street Jazz Band. Rehearsals occur every Monday afterschool unless there is a holiday.
Tue. Aug 20 @ 6:00pm - Returning Band Student Orientation
Mon. Aug 26 @ 3:30pm - 4:45pm - Ashley Street Jazz Band Rehearsal
Volunteers Needed:
We are looking for support at a few upcoming events. No previous experience is required. If you are available to help out please click here to sign up.
Bus Transportation:
Bus registration is now open! To receive an assigned bus route, you must register your student for bus transportation - even if they will only be riding the bus to/from LaVilla a few times a year.
Click here to learn how to register your student.
Other LaVilla News:
The 2024-2025 school calendar has been finalized and is now available for you to access here on the school website.
Mon. Jul 29 @ 9:00am-2:00pm - New LaVilla Students (A-L) Incoming 6th grade students whose last names that begin with A-L will be dropped off at 9:00am and picked up at 2:00pm. Students will receive a tentative schedule and have an opportunity to visit each class to become more acclimated to the school. Additionally, they will receive their laptop and charger. If you are unable to attend on your scheduled day, email crewst1@duvalschools.org to request to attend Tuesday, July 30th.
Tue. Jul 30 @ 9:00am-2:00pm - New LaVilla Students (M-Z) Incoming 6th grade students whose last names that begin with M-Z will be dropped off at 9:00am and picked up at 2:00pm. Parent meeting begins at 2:00pm in the theater. Students will receive a tentative schedule and have an opportunity to visit each class to become more acclimated to the school. Additionally, they will receive their laptop and charger. If you are unable to attend on your scheduled day, email crewst1@duvalschools.org to request to attend Monday, July 29th.
Thu. Aug 8 @ 9:00am- 3:30pm - Returning LaVilla Student Orientation All returning LaVilla students may stop by anytime to pick up their laptop and schedule. Should only take about 30 minutes. If you are unable to attend, students will receive everything on their first day of school.
That's all for now. Email tiffany.knight@lavillaband.org if you have any questions.
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