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2023-11-1 | CCHS BPA Update | 5A State Marching Band Competition Wrap Up


2023-11-01 | CCHS BPA Update | 5A State Marching Band Competition Wrap Up

Hello Band Families,

Here is what’s inside today’s update:


Congratulations to the Band - 6th Place in 5A!

Congratulations to the marching band for a successful marching season and placing 6th in the 5A state competition. They looked and sounded amazing!!  Results can be found here: 2023_5ASemifinals/Finals_Recap.jpeg (cbamarching.com).  A video of the performance has been posted to the CCHS BPA Facebook Page.


Volunteers - Thank you!

The CCHS BPA would like to thank all our parent volunteers and supporters! It took many hands to bake yummy desserts, grill/cook meals, feed the band members, hand out water and plumes, move pit and prop equipment, sell merchandise, donate to/help with the auction, take pictures, support fundraisers ..... make chili, make buttons & state plates, fit uniforms ..... and all the other activities required to keep our AMAZING BAND in motion this season. THANK YOU ALL!

 

Colorado Gives Day - November 1 to December 5

The CCHS Band Parents Association is participating in the Colorado Gives Day!  Every donation made Nov. 1 – Colorado Gives Day (December 5)  is boosted by one of the largest Incentive Funds in the country.  Donate now through December 5th and have your funds boosted! At least 25% of funds donated will be restricted for the new box truck, the remainder will be used for operating costs, scholarships, and reserves for future years' costs.You can donate through our Colorado Gives Day page: https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Cherry-Creek-High-School-Band-Parents-Association.  Please forward the information to family, friends, co-workers, social media, etc.

 

Raise RIght - Gift Card Fundraising

The CCHS BPA has set up an account for gift card fundraising through Raise Right. Gift Cards can be purchased through Raise Right for hundreds of different brands and a portion of the sales will go directly to the CCHS BPA.  The mobile app makes it easy to access and use your eGift cards anytime, anywhere and physical gift cards are also an option. See https://www.raiseright.com/brands for the list of brands and the percentage that goes to CCHS BPA.  Gift cards from RaiseRight have no activation fees and they never expire.  


Use this link: https://www.raiseright.com/enroll?enrollCode=UUAHRXE13VY1 to set up an account and start earning for CCHS BPA with your everyday purchases. You can leave the “Who are you earning for?” optional fields blank - all money earned will go to the band as a whole.  Any questions can be directed to Emily Rismiller at emilyrissmiller00@gmail.com.





Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest






2023-10-27 | CCHS BPA Update | CBA Finals Competition Canceled


2023-10-27 | CCHS BPA Update | CBA Finals Competition Canceled

Hello Band Families,

The CBA has just announced they are canceling the finals performances for tomorrow (the semifinal performances are scheduled as usual). The Cherry Creek Marching Band will follow the schedule previously announced but will depart the competition after the semifinal awards and will have dinner at CCHS tomorrow evening.


From the CBA: CBA Band fans, we have an important announcement to share at this time.  After careful consideration, it has been determined that for the welfare and safety of our young performers and everyone associated with our activity, the Finals Competition for Saturday has been canceled.  The Semi Finals schedule will remain the same with the first band performing at 8:30. This competition will be treated as a Semi-Finals and Finals Competition with awards being given and ultimately naming a 2023 Champion in each class.  The Colorado Bandmasters Association appreciates your understanding and support of this challenging decision.

 

Bands performing tomorrow need to understand this.  If you are supporting the band in the warm-up area or prop area AND driving a personal vehicle, you should park in Lot 5A.  This will leave you just across the street from the bands by crossing the street,  If you park in the Lot 1 spectator parking, you will be expected to walk from south of the stadium over the hill behind the press box and back down the hill to the bands (LONG walk).  After helping the bands you may enter the stadium with your ticket through Gate 4 just behind the color guard warm-up.  There are two gates to enter the stadium, one on both ends of the stadium.  AT NO TIME ARE PEOPLE ALLOWED TO CROSS FROM ONE END TO THE OTHER ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE STADIUM WHERE CONSTRUCTION IS TAKING PLACE.



Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest








2023-10-27 | CCHS BPA Update | Important Parking Info for States


2023-10-27 | CCHS BPA Update | Important Parking Info for States

Hello Band Families,

We have some important info about parking tomorrow, if you are helping with pit and props or plan to enter the pit/prop area.

IF YOU HAVE PARENTS DRIVING PRIVATE CARS WHO HELP YOU IN THE WARM-UP/PROP AREA DO NOT PARK IN THE SPECTATOR LOT 1.  There is no way to get from the South Side to the Band area without a ticket. These parents need to park in lot 5A directly across the street from the bus parking.  Also:  They are not allowing clear plastic water bottles through the gates. 

Lots 1 and 5 are marked on the map below. If you are helping with pit/props then you follow the Bus and Equipment Entrance route (onto Academy Drive) but instead of turning left into the parking area for Lot 5, you will go right and be able to park in the field across from the bus parking.

Map of Event: http://cbamarching.com/images/Falcon_Stadium_2023.jpg

Website: http://cbamarching.com/ 

Directions: http://cbamarching.com/images/2023_AFA_Entrance_Directions.pdf

Buy Tickets: https://gofan.co/app/school/CO87833

Things you Need to Know: http://cbamarching.com/images/Things_You_Need_To_Know_2_.pdf




Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest






2023-10-26 | CCHS BPA Update | 5A State Marching Band Competition


2023-10-26 | CCHS BPA Update | 5A State Marching Band Competition

Hello Band Families,

Here is what’s inside today’s update:


Weather for Saturday & Band Bags - Be Prepared

The weather at the USAFA for Saturday is predicted to be a high of 41 degrees and a low of 16 degrees. Please make sure your band member is prepared, and dresses in layers with long underwear if possible. Extra blankets or outerwear will be helpful in between performances. Also, make sure your band member knows to advocate for themselves if they get cold or need help otherwise. Parent volunteers will be there to help! The BPA will have a bag on hand with the following items if students need: Sewing kits, Mini medicine case, Feminine hygiene zip lock bags (2 regular tampons, pads, hair ties, hand sanitizer) Gloves (limited), Hand warmers, Toe warmers, Eyeglass wipes and cleaning cloths. 


Changes to USAFA Stadium Rules - Be Prepared

The USAFA has a clear bag policy. In particular, drink containers such as YETI, Nalgene, etc. will not be allowed in.  Unopened clear plastic water bottles are allowed.  You can review the rest of the policy here: http://cbamarching.com/images/AF_Clear_Bag_Policy.pdf 

The stadium is also cashless and we are encouraged to buy tickets in advance. Link is below.

Note: The clear bag policy does not apply to the gear and equipment bags that the band takes onto the field. They will bring their gear and needed items as usual.

 

5A State Marching Championships Schedule - October 28, 2023

Here is a detailed schedule from Mr. Libby:


Bring food and/or a debit/credit card for concessions if you want snacks after the performance. The stadium is now cashless. Parents should pick students up at CCHS Fine Arts at approximately 11:45 PM.

 

5A State Marching Championships Info - October 28, 2023

The final marching band competition is Saturday October 28th at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Spectators will enter via the North Gate Entrance (Exit 156 off of I25). All drivers and passengers over the age of 16 must produce a valid driver’s license.  Allow yourself time to enter the USAFA and please review the website.

Website: http://cbamarching.com/ 

Directions: http://cbamarching.com/images/2023_AFA_Entrance_Directions.pdf

Map of Event: http://cbamarching.com/images/Falcon_Stadium_2023.jpg

Buy Tickets: https://gofan.co/app/school/CO87833

Things you Need to Know: http://cbamarching.com/images/Things_You_Need_To_Know_2_.pdf

BAND FAMILIES: PLEASE REVIEW THE WEBSITE  http://cbamarching.com/  CAREFULLY IF YOU PLAN ON ATTENDING THE COMPETITION AS THERE ARE SOME CHANGES INCLUDING A CLEAR BAG POLICY AND A CASHLESS STADIUM.

Finally, an important message from CBA: Unfortunately, there are no livestream options for the Colorado State Marching Band competition and there has been a report of a livestream offering on Facebook.  Please note that this is a SCAM, and that CBA events are not live streamed.  

 

Portable Propane Heaters - Needed for States

The temperature is dropping later this week and the band is seeking some portable propane heaters for the competition.  If you have a portable heater and propane for loan the band would be most appreciative!  Ideally, you drop your heater and propane at the Creek Food area near Falcon Stadium on competition day (look for Creek flags). If that is not possible, please reach out to BPA President Jessica Carmer jcarmer4475@gmail.com for alternative arrangements.

 

Food Committee - State Sign Ups for Saturday October 28th

The sousaphone and clarinet sections are on deck to support meals at the  State Competition. 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0A4AA9A728A46-45385781-state

We will be feeding the band two meals. The first is deli sandwiches from Costco (BPA provided) in a brown bag style lunch that they will be bringing with them. The second will be grilled cheese and soup with hot drinks. There will be gluten free, dairy free, and meat free options for each.  There are plenty of slots for anyone to fill (including a spot for $ donations to put towards the band) As always please feel free to reach out to Jen (jenflwrcsu@aol.com) with any concerns or questions. 


Pit & Props - State Sign Ups

We still need help with Pit/Props on Saturday… so far we only have 9 signed up. Many of our regular Pit/Props helpers have seniors and want to see their student’s perform at their last competition.  If you are able to help, the Band and the BPA would really appreciate it.  We promise no experience is necessary, the students tell us what they need and where to go!  Any questions please contact  juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Sign up here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/ and see descriptions of positions below.


Baking Committee - State Sign Ups

There are still a few slots to sign up for States.  Can you help out?

Do you love to bake? We need  your support in baking cookies, brownies, bars and treats for the students at Competitions. Sign up for one or all of them. These do NOT need to be homemade. We're also looking for gluten free and nut free options as well. Thank you. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F49A8AC2AA57-baking.  Have questions? Reach out to Cheryl Kutzer at: ckutzer3@gmail.com or 303.949.5167.


Remind App - Sign Up for Notifications

This season we will be using the Remind App (see https://www.remind.com/) for any last minute communications about the StateCompetition. You can sign up to receive notifications via text or app.  We encourage band families, and especially band volunteers, to sign up for remind notifications this season via this link.

https://www.remind.com/join/dk8389

Any questions can be directed to BPA President Jessica Carmer at jcarmer4475@gmail.com.





Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest






2023-10-24 | CCHS BPA Update | 5A State Marching Band Competition


2023-10-24 | CCHS BPA Update | 5A State Marching Band Competition

Hello Band Families,

Here is what’s inside this week’s update:


A Regionals Results - Can You Dig It?


The band had another fun and energetic performance at Littleton High School for regionals and they placed first in their 5A region.  They also placed 6th overall in the 5A division. That means they will only attend the semifinal & finals day for the state competition. Results from Regionals can be found here: http://cbamarching.com/cbaregionalevents.html


Thank You - Volunteers


A big shout out to all the volunteers for the Monarch Marching Festival, the 5A Regionals, and prepping for states.  It takes a village and you are appreciated!  Thank you to those who took photos, baked goods, cooked food, served food, moved props, helped the pit, loaded the truck, unloaded the truck, cheered on the band from the stands, decorated the band room for states, and helped out in any way!  The band had a spectacular performance!


Auction - Wrap Up


Another big shout out to those who helped with the auction.  The band raised over $17,000!! 


Butter Braids Delivery - Thursday October 26, 2023


Butter Braids will be handed out after practice on Thursday 10/26 at 6:30PM in the Fine Arts parking lot. Contact Emily Rismiller with any questions emilyrissmiller00@gmail.com.


 

5A State Marching Championships Schedule - October 28, 2023

Here is a detailed schedule from Mr. Libby:


Bring food and/or a debit/credit card for concessions if you want snacks after the performance. The stadium is now cashless. Parents should pick students up at CCHS Fine Arts at approximately 11:45 PM.

 

5A State Marching Championships Info - October 28, 2023

The final marching band competition is Saturday October 28th at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Spectators will enter via the North Gate Entrance (Exit 156 off of I25). All drivers and passengers over the age of 16 must produce a valid driver’s license.  Allow yourself time to enter the USAFA and please review the website.

Website: http://cbamarching.com/ 

Directions: http://cbamarching.com/images/2023_AFA_Entrance_Directions.pdf

Map of Event: http://cbamarching.com/images/Falcon_Stadium_2023.jpg

Buy Tickets: https://gofan.co/app/school/CO87833

Things you Need to Know: http://cbamarching.com/images/Things_You_Need_To_Know_2_.pdf

BAND FAMILIES: PLEASE REVIEW THE WEBSITE  http://cbamarching.com/  CAREFULLY IF YOU PLAN ON ATTENDING THE COMPETITION AS THERE ARE SOME CHANGES INCLUDING A CLEAR BAG POLICY AND A CASHLESS STADIUM.

Finally, an important message from CBA: Unfortunately, there are no livestream options for the Colorado State Marching Band competition and there has been a report of a livestream offering on Facebook.  Please note that this is a SCAM, and that CBA events are not live streamed.  

 

Portable Propane Heaters - Needed for States

The temperature is dropping later this week and the band is seeking some portable propane heaters for the competition.  If you have a portable heater and propane for loan the band would be most appreciative!  Ideally, you drop your heater and propane at the Creek Food area near Falcon Stadium on competition day (look for Creek flags). If that is not possible, please reach out to BPA President Jessica Carmer jcarmer4475@gmail.com for alternative arrangements.

 

Food Committee - State Sign Ups for Saturday October 28th

The sousaphone and clarinet sections are on deck to support meals at the  State Competition. 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0A4AA9A728A46-45385781-state

We will be feeding the band two meals. The first is deli sandwiches from Costco (BPA provided) in a brown bag style lunch that they will be bringing with them. The second will be grilled cheese and soup with hot drinks. There will be gluten free, dairy free, and meat free options for each.  There are plenty of slots for anyone to fill (including a spot for $ donations to put towards the band) As always please feel free to reach out to Jen (jenflwrcsu@aol.com) with any concerns or questions. 


Pit & Props - State Sign Ups

We still need help with Pit/Props on Saturday… so far we only have 9 signed up. Many of our regular Pit/Props helpers have seniors and want to see their student’s perform at their last competition.  If you are able to help, the Band and the BPA would really appreciate it.  We promise no experience is necessary, the students tell us what they need and where to go!  Any questions please contact  juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Sign up here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/ and see descriptions of positions below.


Baking Committee - State Sign Ups

There are still a few slots to sign up for States.  Can you help out?

Do you love to bake? We need  your support in baking cookies, brownies, bars and treats for the students at Competitions. Sign up for one or all of them. These do NOT need to be homemade. We're also looking for gluten free and nut free options as well. Thank you. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F49A8AC2AA57-baking.  Have questions? Reach out to Cheryl Kutzer at: ckutzer3@gmail.com or 303.949.5167.


Remind App - Sign Up for Notifications

This season we will be using the Remind App (see https://www.remind.com/) for any last minute communications about the StateCompetition. You can sign up to receive notifications via text or app.  We encourage band families, and especially band volunteers, to sign up for remind notifications this season via this link.

https://www.remind.com/join/dk8389

Any questions can be directed to BPA President Jessica Carmer at jcarmer4475@gmail.com.





Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest






2023-10-13 | CCHS BPA Update | Monarch Marching Festival


2023-10-13 | CCHS BPA Update | Monarch Marching Festival


Hello Band Families,

Here is everything you need to know about the Monarch Marching Festival - Saturday, October 14, 2023.

NEW: A few volunteers are needed on Saturday morning at 8AM (meet at Fine Arts) to help move props and stuff  to Stutler Bowl so the band can practice. It will take an hour at most and it will go quicker with more volunteers.  Please email BPA President Jessica Carmer at jcarmer4475@gmail.com if you can help out.


Monarch Marching Festival - October 14, 2023


The next marching band competition is Saturday October 14th at Centaurus High School, 10300 S Boulder Rd, Lafayette, CO 80026. The festival includes 22 High School Bands with a special performance by the University of Colorado Golden Buffalo Marching Band. Spectator info (including tickets, parking  prelims, and finals schedules) can be found at their website. The website also had handy maps of parking and important locations.


Festival Website: https://www.monarchbands.org/monarch-marching-festival


Click here to buy tickets: https://gofan.co/event/1116815?schoolId=CO67973 


Volunteer Update:  This is only a “one performance” competition so there have been some updates to the Sign Up Genius for Volunteering. Also slots have been added for an extra plumes position, to help load the truck at CCHS prior to the competition, and to help unload the truck at CCHS after the competition.  Your help is greatly appreciated: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/


Here is a detailed schedule from Mr. Libby:



Bring food and/or money for concessions if you want snacks after the performance. Parents should pick students up at CCHS Fine Arts at approximately 10:00 PM.


Parking Info From the Website: Because of its location, parking at Littleton High School is extremely limited (yes, we know it's a pain).  You will need to plan on extra time to park and get to the stadium.  We have an agreement with Wells Fargo Bank to use their lot (at the corner of Powers and Broadway) for those who are able to walk a couple blocks. We strongly encourage people to carpool and ride share (Uber/Lyft) to avoid congestion and make this an enjoyable experience! Handicap Parking is available at the stadium. Please ensure you have your tags available to show and our team will direct you on where to park.

 

Food Committee - Monarch and Regionals Sign Ups

The Food Committee has two active sign ups. Band members are asked to contribute food items (by section) and parent volunteers are also needed for serving.

Monarch Marching Festival (10/14) where we will be serving breakfast for lunch at Cherry Creek High School.  The trumpet and flute sections are asked to  contribute food items: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0A4AA9A728A46-44903751-monarch

Regional Qualifiers (10/16)  where we will be serving a pasta and salad bar at Cherry Creek High School.  The baritones and mellophone sections are asked to  contribute food items:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0A4AA9A728A46-44904534-regional

Sousaphone and Clarinet sections are on deck for State. As Jim and Jen Gallo are parents to a senior, they are looking for anyone interested in learning the ropes on how to feed all the amazing kids. Please reach out to the Gallos at  jenflwrcsu@aol.com with any concerns or questions.


Baking Committee - Sign Ups

There are still a few slots open for Monarch!

Do you love to bake? We need  your support in baking cookies, brownies, bars and treats for the students at Competitions. Sign up for one or all of them. These do NOT need to be homemade. We're also looking for gluten free and nut free options as well. Thank you. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F49A8AC2AA57-baking.  Have questions? Reach out to Cheryl Kutzer at: ckutzer3@gmail.com or 303.949.5167.


Remind App - Sign Up for Notifications

This season we will be using the Remind App (see https://www.remind.com/) for any last minute communications about marching band info for Football Games and Competitions. You can sign up to receive notifications via text or app.  We encourage band families, and especially band volunteers, to sign up for remind notifications this season via this link.

https://www.remind.com/join/dk8389

Any questions can be directed to BPA President Jessica Carmer at jcarmer4475@gmail.com.



Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest




2023-10-11 | CCHS BPA Update | Monarch Marching Festival, State Qualifier, & More


Hello Band Families,

Here is what’s inside this week’s update:

 

Football Games - Thank you!


The marching band just played at their last regular football game on Friday.  Things are looking promising that the football team will make it to the playoffs though, and playing at a championship game is a real possibility. A BIG thank you to all of the volunteers for football games who made the band performances possible.  This includes moving equipment for pit, handing out plumes, placing seat covers, selling gear, preparing food, handing out water, setting up sign-up geniuses, and just helping where needed. Thank you and you are appreciated!

 

Monarch Marching Festival - October 14, 2023


The next marching band competition is Saturday October 14th at Centaurus High School, 10300 S Boulder Rd, Lafayette, CO 80026. The festival includes 22 High School Bands with a special performance by the University of Colorado Golden Buffalo Marching Band. Spectator info (including tickets, parking  prelims, and finals schedules) can be found at their website: 


Festival Website: https://www.monarchbands.org/monarch-marching-festival


Click here to buy tickets: https://gofan.co/event/1116815?schoolId=CO67973 


Volunteer Update:  This is only a “one performance” competition so there have been some updates to the Sign Up Genius for Volunteering. Also slots have been added for an extra plumes position, to help load the truck at CCHS prior to the competition, and to help unload the truck at CCHS after the competition.  Your help is greatly appreciated: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/


Here is a detailed schedule from Mr. Libby:



Bring food and/or money for concessions if you want snacks after the performance. Parents should pick students up at CCHS Fine Arts at approximately 10:00 PM.


NOTE TO PARENTS ABOUT SPECTATOR PARKING: Parking is limited to ONLY handicapped parking in the area of the stadium and parents and staff should plan on arriving with enough time before performances to walk from the parking available within ½ mile of the stadium at marked businesses and at Angevine Middle School or the Community Medical Center just .8 miles east of the stadium on South Boulder Road.

 


Marching Band State Qualifier - October 16, 2023


The marching band state qualifier is  October 16th at  Littleton High School, 199 E Littleton Blvd, Littleton, CO 80121. Spectator info (including tickets, parking, and schedules) can be found at their website: 


https://www.littletonbandwagon.org/5a-regionals


Here is a detailed schedule from Mr. Libby:



Bring food and/or money for concessions if you want snacks after the performance. Parents should pick students up at CCHS Fine Arts at approximately 10:00 PM.


Parking Info From the Website: Because of its location, parking at Littleton High School is extremely limited (yes, we know it's a pain).  You will need to plan on extra time to park and get to the stadium.  We have an agreement with Wells Fargo Bank to use their lot (at the corner of Powers and Broadway) for those who are able to walk a couple blocks. We strongly encourage people to carpool and ride share (Uber/Lyft) to avoid congestion and make this an enjoyable experience! Handicap Parking is available at the stadium. Please ensure you have your tags available to show and our team will direct you on where to park.

 

Food Committee - Monarch and Regionals Sign Ups

The Food Committee has two active sign ups. Band members are asked to contribute food items (by section) and parent volunteers are also needed for serving.

Monarch Marching Festival (10/14) where we will be serving breakfast for lunch at Cherry Creek High School.  The trumpet and flute sections are asked to  contribute food items: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0A4AA9A728A46-44903751-monarch

Regional Qualifiers (10/16)  where we will be serving a pasta and salad bar at Cherry Creek High School.  The baritones and mellophone sections are asked to  contribute food items:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0A4AA9A728A46-44904534-regional

Sousaphone and Clarinet sections are on deck for State. As Jim and Jen Gallo are parents to a senior, they are looking for anyone interested in learning the ropes on how to feed all the amazing kids. Please reach out to the Gallos at  jenflwrcsu@aol.com with any concerns or questions.


Remind App - Sign Up for Notifications

This season we will be using the Remind App (see https://www.remind.com/) for any last minute communications about marching band info for Competitions. You can sign up to receive notifications via text or app.  We encourage band families, and especially band volunteers, to sign up for remind notifications this season via this link.

https://www.remind.com/join/dk8389

Any questions can be directed to BPA President Jessica Carmer at jcarmer4475@gmail.com.


Volunteer Opportunities - Competitions

We also need your help for competitions. If you help with Pit and Props you will get a wristband that will let you see Creek perform for free! Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Sign up here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/ and see descriptions of positions below.

Pit Crew: Help the pit bring their instruments and sound equipment to practice areas and onto the field for performances. Also help Color Guard bring out the props. Handy people with tools are a PLUS but not necessary. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).




Butter Braids are Here - Ends 10/17/2023! 

This great fundraiser places 40% of your students' sales straight into their band account! We would love to have 100% participation for this fundraiser. It’s easy! Just click below to set up your online store and then send your online store link to family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues.  https://store.myfundraisingplace.com/RegisterSeller/4efeb02e-5ecc-42a9-8cbd-6660d11609dc

The sale ends on October 17; the delivery date is October 26, 2023.  

 

Questions? Contact Emily Rissmiller at emilyrissmillee00@gmail.com.



Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest





2023-10-10 | CCHS BPA Update | Concert and Auction - Portraits Dinner & More


2023-10-10 | CCHS BPA Update | Concert and Auction - Portraits, Dinner & More


Hello Band Families,

The Band Concert and Silent Auction is TONIGHT,  October 10th.  Please read below for information about both and two new events (Portrait Sittings & Chick-fil-A) happening early at the auction and concert.  The concert will run from 7PM to approximately 9PM.

 

Fantastic Portrait with Your Instrument - 5PM - 8:45PM on 10/10/23        

Create a great memory and a holiday present for relatives and friends.  Cost of photo session will be $25 (includes two (2) final edited photos via email), which will benefit CCHSBPA. Appointments are limited so sign up early

Sittings will begin at 5 pm and end at 8:45 pm (15 minute appointments). Please use the following link to sign up for appointments (note, payment at sign up):  https://calendly.com/sarachengphotography/auctionphotos2023?month=2023-10

 

Dinner at the Auction - Sponsored by Chick-fil-A & CCHSBPA 

Dinner at the auction and concert sponsored by Chick-fli-A and CCHSBPA will be held between 5:30 pm to 7:15 pm. Come early, come hungry, and have a great time at the auction and concert.

 

Concert and Band Auction - October 10, 2023


The band concert and auction is next Tuesday, October 10th in Fine Arts.  The concert will be from 7 - 9PM approximately, and auction items can be viewed in the lobby between bands.  


The auction is open and will close on October 10th at 10PM (MDT).  The Auction items can be viewed here on bidding owl: https://new.biddingowl.com/2023cchsbpaauction. 

Additionally, here is a document link to assist on becoming an auction bidder:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JQ8YBq__o1tC3lckiBmqf1ZHHPRPjmk7/view?usp=sharing

Please visit the auction website often since it will be updated with additional items throughout the auction. Also, please feel free to invite your family and friends to join in all the fun.

Any questions can be directed to Vien Perez, 2023 CCHSBPA Auction Chairperson at 2023cchsbpaauction@gmail.com



Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest




2023-10-07 | CCHS BPA Update | Concert and Auction - Portraits Dinner & More


Hello Band Families,

The Band Concert and Silent Auction is coming next week on Tuesday. October 10th.  Please read below for information about both and two new events (Portrait Sittings & Chick-fil-A) happening early at the auction and concert.  The concert will run from 7PM to approximately 9PM.

 Fantastic Portrait with Your Instrument - 5PM - 8:45PM on 10/10/23        

Create a great memory and a holiday present for relatives and friends.  Cost of photo session will be $25 (includes two (2) final edited photos via email), which will benefit CCHSBPA. Appointments are limited so sign up early.

                 

Sittings will begin at 5 pm and end at 8:45 pm (15 minute appointments). Please use the following link to sign up for appointments (note, payment at sign up):  https://calendly.com/sarachengphotography/auctionphotos2023?month=2023-10

 

Dinner at the Auction - Sponsored by Chick-fil-A & CCHSBPA 

Dinner at the auction and concert sponsored by Chick-fli-a and CCHSBPA will be held between 5:30 pm to 7:15 pm. Come early, come hungry, and have a great time at the auction and concert.

 

Concert and Band Auction - October 10, 2023


The band concert and auction is next Tuesday, October 10th in Fine Arts.  The concert will be from 7 - 9PM approximately, and auction items can be viewed in the lobby between bands.  


The auction is open and will close on October 10th at 10PM (MDT).  The Auction items can be viewed here on bidding owl: https://new.biddingowl.com/2023cchsbpaauction. 

Additionally, here is a document link to assist on becoming an auction bidder:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JQ8YBq__o1tC3lckiBmqf1ZHHPRPjmk7/view?usp=sharing

Please visit the auction website often since it will be updated with additional items throughout the auction. Also, please feel free to invite your family and friends to join in all the fun.

Any questions can be directed to Vien Perez, 2023 CCHSBPA Auction Chairperson at 2023cchsbpaauction@gmail.com



Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest




2023-10-04 | CCHS BPA Update | Homecoming FB Game & Concert/Auction & More


2023-10-04 | CCHS BPA Update | Homecoming FB Game & Concert/Auction & More


Hello Band Families,

Here is what’s inside this week’s update:



Butter Braids are Here - Ends 10/17/2023! 

Butter Braids selling is kicking off today!! This great fundraiser places 40% of your students' sales straight into their band account! We would love to have 100% participation for this fundraiser. It’s easy! Just click below to set up your online store and then send your online store link to family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues.  Be sure to also post on social media!

https://store.myfundraisingplace.com/RegisterSeller/4efeb02e-5ecc-42a9-8cbd-6660d11609dc

Our sale runs for the next 2 weeks, ending on October 17; our delivery date is October 26, 2023.  All band students will receive paper forms or can click the link above to have an online store. 

 

Questions? Contact Emily Rissmiller at emilyrissmillee00@gmail.com.


Thank you for helping with 8th grade night! 

Thank you to everyone who donated food or volunteered to help serve chili and mac-n-cheese for 8th grade night!  The event was a success and the word on the street is that the marching band kids were all awesome and helped with cleaning up too.  If you see the organizer Kimarie Mikleton around, please give her kudos as well.


Homecoming Football versus Smoky Hill - Friday, October, 6 2023

Correction: Senior band students and their parents will meet at 5:00 PM (which is 1 hour before call time) for the Homecoming Game to be pinned with their senior boutonniere and take photos together. Photos are usually taken outside the band room door on the south side of the building. Students should be ready to go in their band uniform at 5PM.

Call time for everyone (except seniors) is at 6PM for the 7PM game. Students should eat dinner beforehand.

We suggest everyone buys their tickets for the football game online at the link below to save time as lines can be long. 

https://gofan.co/app/events/655496?schoolId=CO27269

We also need your help with volunteering for this game (and future games)! There still are many opportunities available to help out! See the section below to sign up to help with pit, plumes, seat covers, water or selling gear.


 

Concert and Band Auction - October 10, 2023


The band concert and auction is next Tuesday, October 10th in Fine Arts.  The concert will be from 7 - 9PM approximately, and auction items can be viewed in the lobby between bands.  


Worried about eating dinner before the concert?  Chick-fil-A will be available for purchase before the concert in the Fine Arts Lobby  from 5:30PM - 7PM.


The auction is open and will close on October 10th at 10PM (MDT).  The Auction items can be viewed here on bidding owl: https://new.biddingowl.com/2023cchsbpaauction. 

Additionally, here is a document link to assist on becoming an auction bidder:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JQ8YBq__o1tC3lckiBmqf1ZHHPRPjmk7/view?usp=sharing

Please visit the auction website often since it will be updated with additional items throughout the auction. Also, please feel free to invite your family and friends to join in all the fun.

Any questions can be directed to Vien Perez, 2023 CCHSBPA Auction Chairperson at 2023cchsbpaauction@gmail.com

 

Monarch Marching Festival - October 14, 2023


The next marching band competition is Saturday October 14th at Centaurus High School, 10300 S Boulder Rd, Lafayette, CO 80026. The festival includes 22 High School Bands with a special performance by the University of Colorado Golden Buffalo Marching Band. Spectator info (including tickets, parking  prelims, and finals schedules) can be found at their website: 


Festival Website: https://www.monarchbands.org/monarch-marching-festival


Click here to buy tickets: https://gofan.co/event/1116815?schoolId=CO67973 


Volunteer Update:  This is only a “one performance” competition so there have been some updates to the Sign Up Genius for Volunteering. Also slots have been added for an extra plumes position, to help load the truck at CCHS prior to the competition, and to help unload the truck at CCHS after the competition.  Your help is greatly appreciated: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/



Here is a detailed schedule from Mr. Libby:



Bring food and/or money for concessions if you want snacks after the performance. Parents should pick students up at CCHS Fine Arts at approximately 10:00 PM.


NOTE TO PARENTS ABOUT SPECTATOR PARKING: Parking is limited to ONLY handicapped parking in the area of the stadium and parents and staff should plan on arriving with enough time before performances to walk from the parking available within ½ mile of the stadium at marked businesses and at Angevine Middle School or the Community Medical Center just .8 miles east of the stadium on South Boulder Road.

 

Food Committee - Monarch and Regionals Sign Ups

The Food Committee has two active sign ups. Band members are asked to contribute food items (by section) and parent volunteers are also needed for serving.

Monarch Marching Festival (10/14) where we will be serving breakfast for lunch at Cherry Creek High School.  The trumpet and flute sections are asked to  contribute food items: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0A4AA9A728A46-44903751-monarch

Regional Qualifiers (10/16)  where we will be serving a pasta and salad bar at Cherry Creek High School.  The baritones and mellophone sections are asked to  contribute food items:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0A4AA9A728A46-44904534-regional

Sousaphone and Clarinet sections are on deck for State. As Jim and Jen Gallo are parents to a senior, they are looking for anyone interested in learning the ropes on how to feed all the amazing kids. Please reach out to the Gallos at  jenflwrcsu@aol.com with any concerns or questions.


Remind App - Sign Up for Notifications

This season we will be using the Remind App (see https://www.remind.com/) for any last minute communications about marching band info for Football Games and Competitions. You can sign up to receive notifications via text or app.  We encourage band families, and especially band volunteers, to sign up for remind notifications this season via this link.

https://www.remind.com/join/dk8389

Any questions can be directed to BPA President Jessica Carmer at jcarmer4475@gmail.com.

 

Volunteer Opportunities - Football Games

For each football game we need parent volunteers to help with (1) Pit Crew, (2) Plumes, (3) Band Seat Covers,  (4) Water Committee and (5) Selling Gear. All volunteers will get a pass to enter the game for free. Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Band Seat Covers: Volunteers help reserve space for the  band to sit and vinyl seat covers are placed on the bleachers. Joel and Erin Palmer are organizing parents to help with this important task. Volunteers will meet 30 minutes before the game to place the seat covers and help with removing the covers at the end of the game. Sign up to support one or multiple games. 

Pit Crew: Help move the pit equipment and ancillaries to support the Band’s halftime show! Parents meet at the pit truck on the southwest end of the field ~30 minutes before the game.  Signup to support one or multiple games.  

Plumes: Parents are needed to help distribute plumes before half time and collect plumes after half time. Signup to support one or multiple games. 

Water Committee: Volunteers provide water to the band following the half-time performance since the kids need to remain together and in uniform throughout the game. Jen and Jim Gallo are organizing volunteers for this parent crew. This committee meets 45 minutes before the start of the game to fill coolers with water and ice and then bring the coolers to the stadium. You will also help distribute water following half time performance. Email Jen Gallo at  jenflwrcsu@aol.com to help with this committee.

NEW Selling Gear: Come early to the home football games (and to Back to School Night) and help sell Creek gear; shirts, shorts, jackets and the football program. The band will get 30% back on everything we sell so grab a friend and come early to the home games. You will be finished in time to watch your student perform on the field! Thank you! Any questions, reach out to Emily Rissmiller at  emilyrissmiller00@gmail.com or 214.783.9819.


Volunteer Opportunities - Competitions

We also need your help for competitions. If you help with Pit and Props you will get a wristband that will let you see Creek perform for free! Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Sign up here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/ and see descriptions of positions below.

Pit Crew: Help the pit bring their instruments and sound equipment to practice areas and onto the field for performances. Also help Color Guard bring out the props. Handy people with tools are a PLUS but not necessary. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

Plumes: Help hand out the big feathers that go on the students' Shako hats.  Hand them out before the performance and collect afterwards. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

U-Haul Driver: We need an extra truck this year to help carry props and we will be renting a U-Haul truck. This volunteer must be 21 years of age and bring a driver’s license to the rental location. The volunteer will drive truck from rental location, to school for loading, to the competition site, and then back to school.




Volunteer Opportunities - Baking Committee & Food

(September 27th) Some slots for baking sign-ups have opened up! Use the sign up below to make or buy treats for competitions.

Do you love to bake? We need  your support in baking cookies, brownies, bars and treats for the students at Competitions. Sign up for one or all of them. These do NOT need to be homemade. We're also looking for gluten free and nut free options as well. Thank you. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F49A8AC2AA57-baking.  Have questions? Reach out to Cheryl Kutzer at: ckutzer3@gmail.com or 303.949.5167.






Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest






2023-09-29 | CCHS BPA Update | Seniors Homecoming Game & Auction Website


2023-09-29 | CCHS BPA Update | Seniors Homecoming Game & Auction Website


Hello Band Families,

Here is what’s inside today’s update:


Homecoming Football versus Smoky Hill - Friday, October, 6 2023

Correction: Senior band students and their parents will meet at 5:00 PM (which is 1 hour before call time) for the Homecoming Game to be pinned with their senior boutonniere and take photos together. Photos are usually taken outside the band room door on the south side of the building. Students should be ready to go in their band uniform at 6PM.

Call time for all other band members (non-seniors) is at 6PM for the 7PM game. Students should eat dinner beforehand.

 

Band Auction - Website is Live - October 10, 2023

Hello friends of CCHSBPA, 

The website for this year's auction is up and running for your viewing pleasure.  The auction website address is https://new.biddingowl.com/2023cchsbpaauction.  Auction will have trips, memorabilia, goods, services, restaurants, and much more.  The auction website will start accepting bids on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 @ 12 pm MDT and end on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 @ 10 pm MDT.  Please visit the auction website often since it will be updated with additional items throughout the auction. 

Also, please feel free to invite your family and friends to join in all the fun. Additionally, you can share the following auction poster (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XqfH-M_4Oj5GzFiYgtzsT78iHKY-j05D/view?usp=sharing) via email and all social media outlets.

If you have any questions please email me at 2023cchsbpaauction@gmail.com.  Have a good Friday and great weekend.

Cheers, Vien Perez, 2023 CCHSBPA Auction Chairperson

Questions can be directed to:  2023cchsbpaauction@gmail.com


Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest




2023-09-27 | CCHS BPA Update | 8th Grade Night, Homecoming FB Game & More


Hello Band Families,

Here is what’s inside this week’s update:



Legacy Festival Wrap Up

Thank you to all of the volunteers who helped at the Legacy Festival. You are appreciated!  BPA President Jessica Carmer reports “People really showed up in all areas.” Also congratulations to the Marching Band who made it to finals and placed 12th.  We are proud of you!


8th Grade Night & Football versus Cherokee Trail - Thursday September 28, 2023

Practice starts as usual at 4PM at GV Park for marching band members.  The eight graders will join the band there. Everyone will come back to the CCHS Innovation Center for dinner at 5:30PM.  After dinner, the band will get ready for the game.

Annual 8th grade Chili/recruitment night is September 28th.  It is an opportunity for 8th grade students from Campus & West to come, sit among the marching band members, enjoy the band experience, share a meal and hopefully recruit them for the band for the following year.  In order to make this event a success, We NEED your help to provide food and assistance.  Please see the sign-up genius link below to assist us.  

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4EA9AC2EA75-8thgrade#/

Unfortunately, this is not one of our many family events.  This event is only for current band members and prospective band members. Any questions, please contact Kimarie Mikleton:  303.907.9577 or mikleton20@msn.com.

We suggest everyone buys their tickets for the football game online at the link below to save time as lines can be long. 

https://gofan.co/app/events/655496?schoolId=CO27269

We also need your help with volunteering for this game (and future games)! There still are many opportunities available to help out! See the section below to sign up to help with pit, plumes, seat covers, water or selling gear.



Butter Braids are coming! 

Selling Butter Braids raises funds that go directly into your student’s  account to help fund marching band expenses.  This year we will be selling Butter Braids and Gluten-Free cookie dough! For every product sold, 40% of the sale goes to your student’s account. Please be on the lookout for your students and order forms the 1st week of October! Questions? Email Emily Rissmiller at emilyrissmiller00@gmail.com.


Homecoming Football versus Smoky Hill - Friday, October, 6 2023

Call time is at 6PM for the 7PM game. Students should eat dinner beforehand.

Senior band students and their parents will meet at 6:00 PM (which is 1 hour before call time) for the Homecoming Game to take photos together. Photos are usually taken outside the band room door on the south side of the building. Students should be ready to go in their band uniform.

We suggest everyone buys their tickets for the football game online at the link below to save time as lines can be long. 

https://gofan.co/app/events/655496?schoolId=CO27269

We also need your help with volunteering for this game (and future games)! There still are many opportunities available to help out! See the section below to sign up to help with pit, plumes, seat covers, water or selling gear.


 

Band Auction and Concert Important Dates - October 10, 2023


The band auction is approaching and help is needed with donations.  Please see the website for info about:

 

Webpage: https://www.cherrycreekbpa.org/fundraising/band-auction-concert

Here are some important dates:

Well, that is it for now but keep an eye out for further auction updates.

Cheers, Vien Perez, 2023 CCHSBPA Auction Chairperson

Questions can be directed to:  2023cchsbpaauction@gmail.com

 

Monarch Marching Festival - October 14, 2023

The next marching band competition is Saturday October 14th at Centaurus High School, 10300 S Boulder Rd, Lafayette, CO 80026. Spectator info (including tickets, parking  prelims, and finals schedules) can be found at their website: 


https://www.monarchbands.org/monarch-marching-festival


Here is a detailed schedule from Mr. Libby:



Bring food and/or money for concessions if you want snacks after the performance. Parents should pick students up at CCHS Fine Arts at approximately 9:00pm.


NOTE TO PARENTS ABOUT SPECTATOR PARKING: Parking is limited to ONLY handicapped parking in the area of the stadium and parents and staff should plan on arriving with enough time before performances to walk from the parking available within ½ mile of the stadium at marked businesses and at Angevine Middle School or the Community Medical Center just .8 miles east of the stadium on South Boulder Road.

 

Remind App - Sign Up for Notifications

This season we will be using the Remind App (see https://www.remind.com/) for any last minute communications about marching band info for Football Games and Competitions. You can sign up to receive notifications via text or app.  We encourage band families, and especially band volunteers, to sign up for remind notifications this season via this link.

https://www.remind.com/join/dk8389

Any questions can be directed to BPA President Jessica Carmer at jcarmer4475@gmail.com.

 

Volunteer Opportunities - Football Games

For each football game we need parent volunteers to help with (1) Pit Crew, (2) Plumes, (3) Band Seat Covers,  (4) Water Committee and (5) Selling Gear. All volunteers will get a pass to enter the game for free. Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Band Seat Covers: Volunteers help reserve space for the  band to sit and vinyl seat covers are placed on the bleachers. Joel and Erin Palmer are organizing parents to help with this important task. Volunteers will meet 30 minutes before the game to place the seat covers and help with removing the covers at the end of the game. Sign up to support one or multiple games. 

Pit Crew: Help move the pit equipment and ancillaries to support the Band’s halftime show! Parents meet at the pit truck on the southwest end of the field ~30 minutes before the game.  Signup to support one or multiple games.  

Plumes: Parents are needed to help distribute plumes before half time and collect plumes after half time. Signup to support one or multiple games. 

Water Committee: Volunteers provide water to the band following the half-time performance since the kids need to remain together and in uniform throughout the game. Jen and Jim Gallo are organizing volunteers for this parent crew. This committee meets 45 minutes before the start of the game to fill coolers with water and ice and then bring the coolers to the stadium. You will also help distribute water following half time performance. Email Jen Gallo at  jenflwrcsu@aol.com to help with this committee.

NEW Selling Gear: Come early to the home football games (and to Back to School Night) and help sell Creek gear; shirts, shorts, jackets and the football program. The band will get 30% back on everything we sell so grab a friend and come early to the home games. You will be finished in time to watch your student perform on the field! Thank you! Any questions, reach out to Emily Rissmiller at  emilyrissmiller00@gmail.com or 214.783.9819.


Volunteer Opportunities - Competitions

We also need your help for competitions. If you help with Pit and Props you will get a wristband that will let you see Creek perform for free! Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Sign up here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/ and see descriptions of positions below.

Pit Crew: Help the pit bring their instruments and sound equipment to practice areas and onto the field for performances. Also help Color Guard bring out the props. Handy people with tools are a PLUS but not necessary. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

Plumes: Help hand out the big feathers that go on the students' Shako hats.  Hand them out before the performance and collect afterwards. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

U-Haul Driver: We need an extra truck this year to help carry props and we will be renting a U-Haul truck. This volunteer must be 21 years of age and bring a driver’s license to the rental location. The volunteer will drive truck from rental location, to school for loading, to the competition site, and then back to school.




Volunteer Opportunities - Baking Committee

(September 27th) Some slots for baking sign-ups have opened up! Use the sign up below to make or buy treats for competitions.

Do you love to bake? We need  your support in baking cookies, brownies, bars and treats for the students at Competitions. Sign up for one or all of them. These do NOT need to be homemade. We're also looking for gluten free and nut free options as well. Thank you. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F49A8AC2AA57-baking.  Have questions? Reach out to Cheryl Kutzer at: ckutzer3@gmail.com or 303.949.5167.



Cherry Creek School District Volunteer Application - Due ASAP

 

Are you planning to volunteer with the Marching Band this year in any capacity?  Then you need to complete a quick online form for the Cherry Creek School District.  Information about the policy is here: https://www.cherrycreekschools.org/domain/2343 and you can complete the registration form here: https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/NzU0OmVuLVVT Thank you!



Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest






2023-09-22 | CCHS BPA Update | 8th Grade Night Needs Your Help!


Hello Band Families,

We need your help to  make 8th Grade Recruitment night a success.  We still need quite a few sign-ups for chili, fixin’s and mac-n-cheese. Your help will be greatly appreciated!  Use the sign-up genius below to make a food donation.


8th Grade Night & Football versus Cherokee Trail - Thursday September 28, 2023

Practice starts as usual at 4PM at GV Park for marching band members.  The eight graders will join the band there. Everyone will come back to the CCHS Innovation Center for dinner at 5:30PM.  After dinner, the band will get ready for the game.

Annual 8th grade Chili/recruitment night is September 28th.  It is an opportunity for 8th grade students from Campus & West to come, sit among the marching band members, enjoy the band experience, share a meal and hopefully recruit them for the band for the following year.  In order to make this event a success, We NEED your help to provide food and assistance.  Please see the sign-up genius link below to assist us.  

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4EA9AC2EA75-8thgrade#/

Unfortunately, this is not one of our many family events.  This event is only for current band members and prospective band members. Any questions, please contact Kimarie Mikleton:  303.907.9577 or mikleton20@msn.com.


Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest





Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest




2023-09-20 | CCHS BPA Update | Legacy Festival & 8th Grade Night & Volunteering


2023-09-20 | CCHS BPA Update | Legacy Festival & 8th Grade Night & Volunteering


Hello Band Families,

Here is what’s inside this week’s update:



Legacy Marching Festival - September 23, 2023


The Legacy Marching Festival is this Saturday, September 23, 2023.  See yesterday’s email blast for important information. Did you know you can always find previous email blasts on our website archive?  See here: CCHS Marching Band - Email Archive (cherrycreekbpa.org)


*NEW* From the Food Committee: We are super stoked for feeding these awesome kiddos! Typically a sign up genius goes to one or more sections as to be fair for serving and food needs. We are serving quesadillas with the help of the sensational saxes. There is always a gf and non meat option at each meal. Feel free to sign-up if you can, all are welcome. 

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/30E0A4AA9A728A46-44338415-legacy



8th Grade Night & Football versus Cherokee Trail - Thursday September 28, 2023

Practice starts as usual at 4PM at GV Park for marching band members.  The eight graders will join the band there. Everyone will come back to the CCHS Innovation Center for dinner at 5:30PM.  After dinner, the band will get ready for the game.

Annual 8th grade Chili/recruitment night is September 28th.  It is an opportunity for 8th grade students from Campus & West to come, sit among the marching band members, enjoy the band experience, share a meal and hopefully recruit them for the band for the following year.  In order to make this event a success, We NEED your help to provide food and assistance.  Please see the sign-up genius link below to assist us.  

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4EA9AC2EA75-8thgrade#/

Unfortunately, this is not one of our many family events.  This event is only for current band members and prospective band members. Any questions, please contact Kimarie Mikleton:  303.907.9577 or mikleton20@msn.com.

We suggest everyone buys their tickets for the football game online at the link below to save time as lines can be long. 

https://gofan.co/app/events/655496?schoolId=CO27269

We also need your help with volunteering for this game (and future games)! There still are many opportunities available to help out! See the section below to sign up to help with pit, plumes, seat covers, water or selling gear.


 

Band Auction and Concert - October 10, 2023


The band auction is approaching and help is needed with donations.  Please see the website for info about 

Webpage: https://www.cherrycreekbpa.org/fundraising/band-auction-concert

Questions can be directed to:  2023cchsbpaauction@gmail.com

 

Remind App - Sign Up for Notifications

This season we will be using the Remind App (see https://www.remind.com/) for any last minute communications about marching band info for Football Games and Competitions. You can sign up to receive notifications via text or app.  We encourage band families, and especially band volunteers, to sign up for remind notifications this season via this link.

https://www.remind.com/join/dk8389

Any questions can be directed to BPA President Jessica Carmer at jcarmer4475@gmail.com.

 

Volunteer Opportunities - Football Games

For each football game we need parent volunteers to help with (1) Pit Crew, (2) Plumes, (3) Band Seat Covers,  (4) Water Committee and (5) Selling Gear. All volunteers will get a pass to enter the game for free. Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Band Seat Covers: Volunteers help reserve space for the  band to sit and vinyl seat covers are placed on the bleachers. Joel and Erin Palmer are organizing parents to help with this important task. Volunteers will meet 30 minutes before the game to place the seat covers and help with removing the covers at the end of the game. Sign up to support one or multiple games. 

Pit Crew: Help move the pit equipment and ancillaries to support the Band’s halftime show! Parents meet at the pit truck on the southwest end of the field ~30 minutes before the game.  Signup to support one or multiple games.  

Plumes: Parents are needed to help distribute plumes before half time and collect plumes after half time. Signup to support one or multiple games. 

Water Committee: Volunteers provide water to the band following the half-time performance since the kids need to remain together and in uniform throughout the game. Jen and Jim Gallo are organizing volunteers for this parent crew. This committee meets 45 minutes before the start of the game to fill coolers with water and ice and then bring the coolers to the stadium. You will also help distribute water following half time performance. Email Jen Gallo at  jenflwrcsu@aol.com to help with this committee.

NEW Selling Gear: Come early to the home football games (and to Back to School Night) and help sell Creek gear; shirts, shorts, jackets and the football program. The band will get 30% back on everything we sell so grab a friend and come early to the home games. You will be finished in time to watch your student perform on the field! Thank you! Any questions, reach out to Emily Rissmiller at  emilyrissmiller00@gmail.com or 214.783.9819.


Volunteer Opportunities - Competitions

We also need your help for competitions. If you help with Pit and Props you will get a wristband that will let you see Creek perform for free! Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Sign up here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/ and see descriptions of positions below.

Pit Crew: Help the pit bring their instruments and sound equipment to practice areas and onto the field for performances. Also help Color Guard bring out the props. Handy people with tools are a PLUS but not necessary. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

Plumes: Help hand out the big feathers that go on the students' Shako hats.  Hand them out before the performance and collect afterwards. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

U-Haul Driver: We need an extra truck this year to help carry props and we will be renting a U-Haul truck. This volunteer must be 21 years of age and bring a driver’s license to the rental location. The volunteer will drive truck from rental location, to school for loading, to the competition site, and then back to school.




Volunteer Opportunities - Baking Committee

Do you love to bake? We need  your support in baking cookies, brownies, bars and treats for the students at Competitions. Sign up for one or all of them. These do NOT need to be homemade. We're also looking for gluten free and nut free options as well. Thank you. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F49A8AC2AA57-baking.  Have questions? Reach out to Cheryl Kutzer at: ckutzer3@gmail.com or 303.949.5167.



Cherry Creek School District Volunteer Application - Due ASAP

 

Are you planning to volunteer with the Marching Band this year in any capacity?  Then you need to complete a quick online form for the Cherry Creek School District.  Information about the policy is here: https://www.cherrycreekschools.org/domain/2343 and you can complete the registration form here: https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/NzU0OmVuLVVT Thank you!



Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest




2023-09-19 | CCHS BPA Update | Everything Legacy Festival



Hello Band Families,

The first competition is this weekend. Here is what’s inside this Legacy Marching Festival update:


Legacy Marching Festival - September 23, 2023


The first marching band competition is approaching on Saturday 23, 2023 at Adams 12 Five Star Stadium, 9351 Washington Street, Thornton, CO 80229. Spectator info (including tickets, parking  prelims, and finals schedules) can be found at their website: 


http://legacybands.org/legacy-marching-festival


Your band member should eat breakfast before coming to CCHS in the morning and should also bring lunch. Only dinner will be provided. Everyone needs to wear this year’s band shirt under the uniform. 

Here is a detailed schedule from Mr. Libby:


 

Key Points for Festival - From the Legacy Marching Band Boosters

Here are some key points for your members:


Remind App - Sign Up for Notifications

This season we will be using the Remind App (see https://www.remind.com/) for any last minute communications about marching band info for Football Games and Competitions. You can sign up to receive notifications via text or app.  We encourage band families, and especially band volunteers, to sign up for Remind notifications this season via this link.

https://www.remind.com/join/dk8389

Any questions can be directed to BPA President Jessica Carmer at jcarmer4475@gmail.com.


Volunteer Opportunities - Competitions

We also need your help for competitions. If you help with Pit and Props you will get a wristband that will let you see Creek perform for free! Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Sign up here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/ and see descriptions of positions below.

Pit Crew: Help the pit bring their instruments and sound equipment to practice areas and onto the field for performances. Also help Color Guard bring out the props. Handy people with tools are a PLUS but not necessary. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

Plumes: Help hand out the big feathers that go on the students' Shako hats.  Hand them out before the performance and collect afterwards. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

U-Haul Driver: We need an extra truck this year to help carry props and we will be renting a U-Haul truck. This volunteer must be 21 years of age and bring a driver’s license to the rental location. The volunteer will drive truck from rental location, to school for loading, to the competition site, and then back to school.




Volunteer Opportunities - Baking Committee

Do you love to bake? We need  your support in baking cookies, brownies, bars and treats for the students at Competitions. Sign up for one or all of them. These do NOT need to be homemade. We're also looking for gluten free and nut free options as well. Thank you. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F49A8AC2AA57-baking.  Have questions? Reach out to Cheryl Kutzer at: ckutzer3@gmail.com or 303.949.5167.



Cherry Creek School District Volunteer Application - Due ASAP

 

Are you planning to volunteer with the Marching Band this year in any capacity?  Then you need to complete a quick online form for the Cherry Creek School District.  Information about the policy is here: https://www.cherrycreekschools.org/domain/2343 and you can complete the registration form here: https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/NzU0OmVuLVVT Thank you!


Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest





2023-09-13 | CCHS BPA Update | Legacy Festival & 8th Grade Night


Hello Band Families,

Here is what’s inside this week’s update:



Spirit Wear - Ready this Week!


Spirit wear will be ready for pick up starting on Thursday 9/14 in the band room. Beginning on Thursday, orders will be in the band room (organized alphabetically) for your student to pick up and take home with them. There is a small delay on embroidered items, so If your order involves embroidery then your student will need to pick up a second bag beginning Monday (9/18). Any questions about delivery of spirit wear  can be sent to Cheryl Kutzer at: ckutzer3@gmail.com or 303.949.5167.


Legacy Marching Festival - September 23, 2023


The first marching band competition is approaching on Saturday 23, 2023 at Adams 12 Five Star Stadium, 9351 Washington Street, Thornton, CO 80229. Spectator info (including tickets, parking  prelims, and finals schedules) can be found at their website: 


http://legacybands.org/legacy-marching-festival/#1570726030646-24735388-2cb8


Your band member should eat breakfast before coming to CCHS in the morning and should also bring lunch. Only dinner will be provided. Everyone needs to wear this year’s band shirt under the uniform. 

Here is a detailed schedule from Mr. Libby:



8th Grade Night & Football versus Cherokee Trail - T September 28, 2023

Practice starts as usual at 4PM at GV Park for marching band members.  The eight graders will join the band there. Everyone will come back to the CCHS Innovation Center for dinner at 5:30PM.  After dinner, the band will get ready for the game.

Annual 8th grade Chili/recruitment night is September 28th.  It is an opportunity for 8th grade students from Campus & West to come, sit among the marching band members, enjoy the band experience, share a meal and hopefully recruit them for the band for the following year.  In order to make this event a success, We NEED your help to provide food and assistance.  Please see the sign-up genius link below to assist us.  

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4EA9AC2EA75-8thgrade#/

Unfortunately, this is not one of our many family events.  This event is only for current band members and prospective band members. Any questions, please contact Kimarie Mikleton:  303.907.9577 or mikleton20@msn.com.

We suggest everyone buys their tickets for the football game online at the link below to save time as lines can be long. 

https://gofan.co/app/events/655496?schoolId=CO27269

We also need your help with volunteering for this game (and future games)! There still are many opportunities available to help out! See the section below to sign up to help with pit, plumes, seat covers, water or selling gear.


 

Band Auction and Concert - October 10, 2023


The band auction is approaching and help is needed with donations.  Please see the website for info about 

Webpage: https://www.cherrycreekbpa.org/fundraising/band-auction-concert

Questions can be directed to: 2023cchsbpaauction@gmail.com 

 

Remind App - Sign Up for Notifications

This season we will be using the Remind App (see https://www.remind.com/) for any last minute communications about marching band info for Football Games and Competitions. You can sign up to receive notifications via text or app.  We encourage band families, and especially band volunteers, to sign up for remind notifications this season via this link.

https://www.remind.com/join/dk8389

Any questions can be directed to BPA President Jessica Carmer at jcarmer4475@gmail.com.

 

Volunteer Opportunities - Football Games

For each football game we need parent volunteers to help with (1) Pit Crew, (2) Plumes, (3) Band Seat Covers,  (4) Water Committee and (5) Selling Gear. All volunteers will get a pass to enter the game for free. Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Band Seat Covers: Volunteers help reserve space for the  band to sit and vinyl seat covers are placed on the bleachers. Joel and Erin Palmer are organizing parents to help with this important task. Volunteers will meet 30 minutes before the game to place the seat covers and help with removing the covers at the end of the game. Sign up to support one or multiple games. 

Pit Crew: Help move the pit equipment and ancillaries to support the Band’s halftime show! Parents meet at the pit truck on the southwest end of the field ~30 minutes before the game.  Signup to support one or multiple games.  

Plumes: Parents are needed to help distribute plumes before half time and collect plumes after half time. Signup to support one or multiple games. 

Water Committee: Volunteers provide water to the band following the half-time performance since the kids need to remain together and in uniform throughout the game. Jen and Jim Gallo are organizing volunteers for this parent crew. This committee meets 45 minutes before the start of the game to fill coolers with water and ice and then bring the coolers to the stadium. You will also help distribute water following half time performance. Email Jen Gallo at  jenflwrcsu@aol.com to help with this committee.

NEW Selling Gear: Come early to the home football games (and to Back to School Night) and help sell Creek gear; shirts, shorts, jackets and the football program. The band will get 30% back on everything we sell so grab a friend and come early to the home games. You will be finished in time to watch your student perform on the field! Thank you! Any questions, reach out to Emily Rissmiller at  emilyrissmiller00@gmail.com or 214.783.9819.


Volunteer Opportunities - Competitions

We also need your help for competitions. If you help with Pit and Props you will get a wristband that will let you see Creek perform for free! Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Sign up here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/ and see descriptions of positions below.

Pit Crew: Help the pit bring their instruments and sound equipment to practice areas and onto the field for performances. Also help Color Guard bring out the props. Handy people with tools are a PLUS but not necessary. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

Plumes: Help hand out the big feathers that go on the students' Shako hats.  Hand them out before the performance and collect afterwards. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

U-Haul Driver: We need an extra truck this year to help carry props and we will be renting a U-Haul truck. This volunteer must be 21 years of age and bring a driver’s license to the rental location. The volunteer will drive truck from rental location, to school for loading, to the competition site, and then back to school.




Volunteer Opportunities - Baking Committee

Do you love to bake? We need  your support in baking cookies, brownies, bars and treats for the students at Competitions. Sign up for one or all of them. These do NOT need to be homemade. We're also looking for gluten free and nut free options as well. Thank you. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F49A8AC2AA57-baking.  Have questions? Reach out to Cheryl Kutzer at: ckutzer3@gmail.com or 303.949.5167.



Cherry Creek School District Volunteer Application - Due ASAP

 

Are you planning to volunteer with the Marching Band this year in any capacity?  Then you need to complete a quick online form for the Cherry Creek School District.  Information about the policy is here: https://www.cherrycreekschools.org/domain/2343 and you can complete the registration form here: https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/NzU0OmVuLVVT Thank you!



Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest






2023-09-06 | CCHS BPA Update | Back to School Night Thank You & Legacy Festival

Hello Band Families,

Here is what’s inside this week’s update:


 

Back to School Night - Thank You!


A big thank you to all those who helped out and supported the band at back to school night either by flipping, selling, or purchasing a burger. Kudos to you. The band raised $1891 in net proceeds at Back to School Night.



Legacy Marching Festival - September 23, 2023


The first marching band competition is approaching on Saturday 23, 2023 at Adams 12 Five Star Stadium, 9351 Washington Street, Thornton, CO 80229. Spectator info (including tickets, parking  prelims, and finals schedules) can be found at their website: 


http://legacybands.org/legacy-marching-festival/#1570726030646-24735388-2cb8


Your band member should eat breakfast before coming to CCHS in the morning and should also bring lunch. Only dinner will be provided. Everyone needs to wear this year’s band shirt under the uniform. 

Here is a detailed schedule from Mr. Libby:



 

Band Auction and Concert - October 10, 2023


The band auction is approaching and help is needed with donations.  Please see the website for info about 

Webpage: https://www.cherrycreekbpa.org/fundraising/band-auction-concert

Questions can be directed to: cchsbpa2023@gmail.com

 

Remind App - Sign Up for Notifications

This season we will be using the Remind App (see https://www.remind.com/) for any last minute communications about marching band info for Football Games and Competitions. You can sign up to receive notifications via text or app.  We encourage band families, and especially band volunteers, to sign up for remind notifications this season via this link.

https://www.remind.com/join/dk8389

Any questions can be directed to BPA President Jessica Carmer at jcarmer4475@gmail.com.

 

Volunteer Opportunities - Football Games

For each football game we need parent volunteers to help with (1) Pit Crew, (2) Plumes, (3) Band Seat Covers,  (4) Water Committee and (5) Selling Gear. All volunteers will get a pass to enter the game for free. Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Band Seat Covers: Volunteers help reserve space for the  band to sit and vinyl seat covers are placed on the bleachers. Joel and Erin Palmer are organizing parents to help with this important task. Volunteers will meet 30 minutes before the game to place the seat covers and help with removing the covers at the end of the game. Sign up to support one or multiple games. 

Pit Crew: Help move the pit equipment and ancillaries to support the Band’s halftime show! Parents meet at the pit truck on the southwest end of the field ~30 minutes before the game.  Signup to support one or multiple games.  

Plumes: Parents are needed to help distribute plumes before half time and collect plumes after half time. Signup to support one or multiple games. 

Water Committee: Volunteers provide water to the band following the half-time performance since the kids need to remain together and in uniform throughout the game. Jen and Jim Gallo are organizing volunteers for this parent crew. This committee meets 45 minutes before the start of the game to fill coolers with water and ice and then bring the coolers to the stadium. You will also help distribute water following half time performance. Email Jen Gallo at  jenflwrcsu@aol.com to help with this committee.

NEW Selling Gear: Come early to the home football games (and to Back to School Night) and help sell Creek gear; shirts, shorts, jackets and the football program. The band will get 30% back on everything we sell so grab a friend and come early to the home games. You will be finished in time to watch your student perform on the field! Thank you! Any questions, reach out to Emily Rissmiller at  emilyrissmiller00@gmail.com or 214.783.9819.


Volunteer Opportunities - Competitions

We also need your help for competitions. If you help with Pit and Props you will get a wristband that will let you see Creek perform for free! Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Sign up here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/ and see descriptions of positions below.

Pit Crew: Help the pit bring their instruments and sound equipment to practice areas and onto the field for performances. Also help Color Guard bring out the props. Handy people with tools are a PLUS but not necessary. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

Plumes: Help hand out the big feathers that go on the students' Shako hats.  Hand them out before the performance and collect afterwards. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

U-Haul Driver: We need an extra truck this year to help carry props and we will be renting a U-Haul truck. This volunteer must be 21 years of age and bring a driver’s license to the rental location. The volunteer will drive truck from rental location, to school for loading, to the competition site, and then back to school.




Volunteer Opportunities - Baking Committee

Do you love to bake? We need  your support in baking cookies, brownies, bars and treats for the students at Competitions. Sign up for one or all of them. These do NOT need to be homemade. We're also looking for gluten free and nut free options as well. Thank you. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F49A8AC2AA57-baking.  Have questions? Reach out to Cheryl Kutzer at: ckutzer3@gmail.com or 303.949.5167



Cherry Creek School District Volunteer Application - Due ASAP

 

Are you planning to volunteer with the Marching Band this year in any capacity?  Then you need to complete a quick online form for the Cherry Creek School District.  Information about the policy is here: https://www.cherrycreekschools.org/domain/2343 and you can complete the registration form here: https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/NzU0OmVuLVVT Thank you!



Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest




2023-09-01 | CCHS BPA Update | Band Auction - Donations Needed




Hello Band Families,

The band auction is fast approaching (October 10th) and your help is needed with donations! Read on to learn about


You can also see the webpage for all things auction: 

https://www.cherrycreekbpa.org/fundraising/band-auction-concert

 

Auction Donations - Items Needed!


Auction donations are needed! No item is too small or too big. Not sure what to donate? Everyone can contribute something and here are some ideas.

 

Have a business?  Donate a product or service your business provides and have your name/business seen by over 500 people on our website.

Don’t own a business? No worries! Donate something you love.


Don’t own a hobby? No worries! Donate something you would enjoy!


 

If you are interested in donating or helping out on this year’s CCHS Band Auction, please contact Vien Perez, CCHS Band Auction Chairperson. Call/text:  303.901.5444 or email:  2023cchsbpaauction@gmail.com.


 

Wine Bottle Grab - Donations Needed


Thinking about trying a new wine, but too nervous you’ll get a dud? Now there is an easy way, and it helps the Cherry Creek Bands Program via an auction donation.


It’s a Wine Win Win!!!  And it's easy!! 

 

If you are interested in donating to the CCHS Band Auction, please contact Mélisande Holohan, CCHS Band Auction Committee Member by email:  mholohan@gmail.com.

 

Happenings - Donations Needed


Happenings are back by popular demand! How do you get started?


 

How do people buy a happening?  At the auction people buy a "ticket" to attend the event for the price you set until tickets sell out at the number of people you set. 


Then what?  Host the event  and have a great time! Meet new people and enjoy the event! The band benefits from the proceeds made from the tickets sold for your happening.  For example, if you have a happening for 10 people and tickets sold for $20 each then you had a great time and made $200 for the band!


What are some ideas that have been successful in the past?

 

Interested/Questions:  Contact Kimarie Mikleton By Phone/Text 303.907.9577 or email mikleton20@msn.com

 

Section Baskets - Info for Section Leaders!

The Auction Committee relies on Section leaders to help put their section basket together to gather and provide each section’s “basket” for the auction.  

 

What’s the process?

What are some possible theme ideas? Pick one or pick your own (remember to contact Cara to verify availability)

For any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact Cara Scheerer at clscheerer@gmail.com or 303.949.2530.  ·   





Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest




2023-08-29 | CCHS BPA Update | Thursday Football, Spirit Night, and Volunteering




Hello Band Families,

Here is what’s inside this week’s update:

 

Performance T-Shirts/Spirit Wear - Issue with the Iron On Text

Some of the performance t-shirt's texts are bubbling at the bottom of the t-shirt. If your student's t-shirt has this issue, you can send it to Doug Heacox for repair or you can try to remedy this issue yourself. To fix this issue yourself, you can place parchment paper over the problem text area and use an iron over the parchment paper to smooth it out. Applying some pressure is also needed. DO NOT ACCIDENTALLY TOUCH INK WITH HOT IRON. Slowly peel back the parchment paper after ironing. Doug will be at practice on Wednesday afternoon (August 28th) to fix any shirts that need repair, so have your student bring their shirt in if you don't want to fix it yourself. Please email your questions to dheacox11@msn.com. The bubbling will not be an issue with the items purchased through the Online Sales. Spirit Wear items purchased during the online sale should be available mid-September and will be delivered to students during the school day in the band room.

 

Football Game versus Legacy Lightning - THURSDAY August 31, 2023

This is a Thursday night game and is the new Spirit Night (canceled last week due to the rain). Call time for the game will be 5:00 pm. Students will need to plan accordingly for dinner, as it is not provided for Football Games.  As this is CCHS Spirit Night, the Band, Cheers, and Poms will perform at 6:25 pm before the 7 pm game in the pool courtyard. 

We suggest everyone buys their tickets for the football game online at the link below to save time as lines can be long. 

https://gofan.co/app/events/655496?schoolId=CO27269

We also need your help with volunteering for this game (and future games)! There still are many opportunities available to help out! See the next section to sign up to help with pit, plumes, seat covers, water or selling gear. 

 

Remind App - Sign Up for Notifications

This season we will be using the Remind App (see https://www.remind.com/) for any last minute communications about marching band info for Football Games and Competitions. You can sign up to receive notifications via text or app.  We encourage band families, and especially band volunteers, to sign up for remind notifications this season via this link.

https://www.remind.com/join/dk8389

Any questions can be directed to BPA President Jessica Carmer at jcarmer4475@gmail.com.

 

Volunteer Opportunities - Football Games

For each football game we need parent volunteers to help with (1) Pit Crew, (2) Plumes, (3) Band Seat Covers,  (4) Water Committee and (5) Selling Gear. All volunteers will get a pass to enter the game for free. Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Band Seat Covers: Volunteers help reserve space for the  band to sit and vinyl seat covers are placed on the bleachers. Joel and Erin Palmer are organizing parents to help with this important task. Volunteers will meet 30 minutes before the game to place the seat covers and help with removing the covers at the end of the game. Sign up to support one or multiple games. 

Pit Crew: Help move the pit equipment and ancillaries to support the Band’s halftime show! Parents meet at the pit truck on the southwest end of the field ~30 minutes before the game.  Signup to support one or multiple games.  

Plumes: Parents are needed to help distribute plumes before half time and collect plumes after half time. Signup to support one or multiple games. 

Water Committee: Volunteers provide water to the band following the half-time performance since the kids need to remain together and in uniform throughout the game. Jen and Jim Gallo are organizing volunteers for this parent crew. This committee meets 45 minutes before the start of the game to fill coolers with water and ice and then bring the coolers to the stadium. You will also help distribute water following half time performance. Email Jen Gallo at  jenflwrcsu@aol.com to help with this committee.

NEW Selling Gear: Come early to the home football games (and to Back to School Night) and help sell Creek gear; shirts, shorts, jackets and the football program. The band will get 30% back on everything we sell so grab a friend and come early to the home games. You will be finished in time to watch your student perform on the field! Thank you! Any questions, reach out to Emily Rissmiller at  emilyrissmiller00@gmail.com or 214.783.9819.


Volunteer Opportunities - Competitions

We also need your help for competitions. If you help with Pit and Props you will get a wristband that will let you see Creek perform for free! Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Sign up here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/ and see descriptions of positions below.

Pit Crew: Help the pit bring their instruments and sound equipment to practice areas and onto the field for performances. Also help Color Guard bring out the props. Handy people with tools are a PLUS but not necessary. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

Plumes: Help hand out the big feathers that go on the students' Shako hats.  Hand them out before the performance and collect afterwards. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

U-Haul Driver: We need an extra truck this year to help carry props and we will be renting a U-Haul truck. This volunteer must be 21 years of age and bring a driver’s license to the rental location. The volunteer will drive truck from rental location, to school for loading, to the competition site, and then back to school.




Volunteer Opportunities - Baking Committee

Do you love to bake? We need  your support in baking cookies, brownies, bars and treats for the students at Competitions. Sign up for one or all of them. These do NOT need to be homemade. We're also looking for gluten free and nut free options as well. Thank you. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F49A8AC2AA57-baking.  Have questions? Reach out to Cheryl Kutzer at: ckutzer3@gmail.com or 303.949.5167



Cherry Creek School District Volunteer Application - Due ASAP

 

Are you planning to volunteer with the Marching Band this year in any capacity?  Then you need to complete a quick online form for the Cherry Creek School District.  Information about the policy is here: https://www.cherrycreekschools.org/domain/2343 and you can complete the registration form here: https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/NzU0OmVuLVVT Thank you!



Legacy Marching Festival - September 23, 2023


The first marching band competition is approaching on Saturday 23, 2023.  The schedule for the festival has not been posted yet, but families should plan for a morning rehearsal at Creek and the event will end around 10PM if the band makes finals. More details will be forthcoming you see general info about the festival here: 


http://legacybands.org/legacy-marching-festival/#1570726030646-24735388-2cb8


Location: Adams 12 Five Star Stadium, 9351 Washington Street, Thornton, CO 80229

 


Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest




2023-08-28 | CCHS BPA Update | Issue with T-Shirts

2023-08-29 | CCHS BPA Update | Issue with T-Shirts


Hello Band Families,

Some of the performance t-shirt's texts are bubbling at the bottom of the t-shirt. If your student's t-shirt has this issue, you can send it to Doug Heacox for repair or you can try to remedy this issue yourself. To fix this issue yourself, you can place parchment paper over the problem text area and use an iron over the parchment paper to smooth it out. Applying some pressure is also needed. DO NOT ACCIDENTALLY TOUCH INK WITH HOT IRON. Slowly peel back the parchment paper after ironing. Doug will be at practice on Wednesday afternoon (August 28th) to fix any shirts that need repair, so have your student bring their shirt in if you don't want to fix it yourself. Please email your questions to dheacox11@msn.com. The bubbling will not be an issue with the items purchased through the Online Sales. Spirit Wear items purchased during the online sale should be available mid-September and will be delivered to students during the school day in the band room.


Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest



2023-08-23 | CCHS BPA Update | Back to School Night and First Football game

2023-08-23 | CCHS BPA Update | Back to School Night and First Football Game.


Hello Band Families,

Here is what’s inside this week’s update:

 

Back to School Night - August 24, 2023

On Thursday, August 24th, Cherry Creek High School Back to School Night, the CCHS Marching band will be providing a delicious dinner option for CCHS staff, parents & students beginning at 5:00PM in the Quad.

Enjoy an on-site grilled hamburger or hot dog (vegetarian option available) with chips & bottled water or soda for $8 if prepaid here on Cheddar Up before 12PM, Wednesday August 23th. 

https://2023back-to-school-night-dinner-copy.cheddarup.com

Day of meals can be purchased for $10 cash or check. A la carte items will be available for purchase as well. Please note, change for large bills may be limited. 

Extra hands are always welcome to help distribute food at Back to School Night. If you'd rather not walk from east to west and meet the awesome teachers, you are always welcome to help distribute the food or just come on up and say i! 

 

Football Game versus Ralston Valley - August 25, 2023

Call time for the game on Friday will be 5:00 pm. Students will need to plan accordingly for dinner, as it is not provided for Football Games.  As this is CCHS Spirit Night, the Band, Cheers, and Poms will perform at 6:25 pm before the 7 pm game in the pool courtyard. 

We suggest everyone buys their tickets for the football game online at the link below to save time as lines can be long. 

https://gofan.co/app/events/655496?schoolId=CO27269

We also need your help with volunteering for this game (and future games)! There still are many opportunities available to help out! See the next section to sign up to help with pit, plumes, seat covers, water or selling gear. 

 

Volunteer Opportunities - Football Games

For each football game we need parent volunteers to help with (1) Pit Crew, (2) Plumes, (3) Band Seat Covers,  (4) Water Committee and (5) Selling Gear. All volunteers will get a pass to enter the game for free. Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Band Seat Covers: Volunteers help reserve space for the  band to sit and vinyl seat covers are placed on the bleachers. Joel and Erin Palmer are organizing parents to help with this important task. Volunteers will meet 30 minutes before the game to place the seat covers and help with removing the covers at the end of the game. Sign up to support one or multiple games. 

Pit Crew: Help move the pit equipment and ancillaries to support the Band’s halftime show! Parents meet at the pit truck on the southwest end of the field ~30 minutes before the game.  Signup to support one or multiple games.  

Plumes: Parents are needed to help distribute plumes before half time and collect plumes after half time. Signup to support one or multiple games. 

Water Committee: Volunteers provide water to the band following the half-time performance since the kids need to remain together and in uniform throughout the game. Jen and Jim Gallo are organizing volunteers for this parent crew. This committee meets 45 minutes before the start of the game to fill coolers with water and ice and then bring the coolers to the stadium. You will also help distribute water following half time performance. Email Jen Gallo at  jenflwrcsu@aol.com to help with this committee.

NEW Selling Gear: Come early to the home football games (and to Back to School Night) and help sell Creek gear; shirts, shorts, jackets and the football program. The band will get 30% back on everything we sell so grab a friend and come early to the home games. You will be finished in time to watch your student perform on the field! Thank you! Any questions, reach out to Emily Rissmiller at  emilyrissmiller00@gmail.com or 214.783.9819.


Volunteer Opportunities - Competitions

We also need your help for competitions. If you help with Pit and Props you will get a wristband that will let you see Creek perform for free! Any questions? Ask Julia Miller at juliakornmiller@yahoo.com.

Sign up here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0445adaf2ba46-cherry1#/ and see descriptions of positions below.

Pit Crew: Help the pit bring their instruments and sound equipment to practice areas and onto the field for performances. Also help Color Guard bring out the props. Handy people with tools are a PLUS but not necessary. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

Plumes: Help hand out the big feathers that go on the students' Shako hats.  Hand them out before the performance and collect afterwards. This opportunity is broken up into two time slots (prelims and final performances).

U-Haul Driver: We need an extra truck this year to help carry props and we will be renting a U-Haul truck. This volunteer must be 21 years of age and bring a driver’s license to the rental location. The volunteer will drive truck from rental location, to school for loading, to the competition site, and then back to school.



Volunteer Opportunities - Baking Committee

Do you love to bake? We need  your support in baking cookies, brownies, bars and treats for the students at Competitions. Sign up for one or all of them. These do NOT need to be homemade. We're also looking for gluten free and nut free options as well. Thank you. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F49A8AC2AA57-baking.  Have questions? Reach out to Cheryl Kutzer at: ckutzer3@gmail.com or 303.949.5167


Cherry Creek School District Volunteer Application - Due ASAP

 

Are you planning to volunteer with the Marching Band this year in any capacity?  Then you need to complete a quick online form for the Cherry Creek School District.  Information about the policy is here: https://www.cherrycreekschools.org/domain/2343 and you can complete the registration form here: https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/NzU0OmVuLVVT Thank you!


Football Game versus Legacy Lightning - August 31, 2023

This is a Thursday night game. Call time for Thursday will be 6:15 pm. The students will need to plan accordingly for dinner, as it is not provided for Football Games.We suggest everyone buys their tickets for the football game online at the link below to save time as lines can be long. 

https://gofan.co/app/events/655496?schoolId=CO27269



Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest




2023-08-18 | CCHS BPA Update | Western Welcome Week and Spirit Wear

2023-08-18 | CCHS BPA Update | Western Welcome Week and Spirit Wear



Hello Band Families,

As we head into the weekend here are a few final reminders about the Western Welcome Week Parade and ordering Spirit Wear.  The store closes Sunday!



District Medical From for Field Trips - Due Friday August 18, 2023

 

All parents/guardians are required to complete the District Medical Authorization Form https://forms.gle/5YCoMimq8h4tdvM2A for any students that participate in field trips for CCHS throughout the year. Please complete this form by Friday, August 18, 2023. 




Western Welcome Week Parade - 8/19/2023

Details about events and competitions can also be found on our website: https://www.cherrycreekbpa.org/competition-details/2023-competition-details

Schedule

Parade Info and Map

 

Drillmasters Band Shoes Update — Pick Up, Payment and Socks

Drillmasters Band shoes have arrived and have been placed in your student’s uniform bag. If you have not paid for your shoes please do so asap. Thank you!

Payment: All instrumentalists were fitted for the new Drillmasters band shoe during band camps and the cost to the student is $39.00 per pair. Payment will be collected through the Cherry Creek RevTrak system.  Please use this link to pay for your student’s band shoes.

https://cherrycreek.revtrak.net/cch-marching-band#/v/cch-marching-band-shoes

Socks: As a reminder to all band families, your student will need a pair (or two!) of PLAIN black crew length socks to wear with the uniform. Here is a great example of what they need: https://a.co/d/5VPBabg.


Spirit Wear Store is OPEN - Closes on Sunday, August 20, 2023

The Spirit Wear Store is open and the band receives a portion of the proceeds. This is a great way to support the band and parents have the opportunity to go online and order additional marching band and Cherry Creek apparel. It is suggested that you order a second or backup marching band short sleeve t-shirt for their student(s) since they must wear this underneath their uniform. The second shirt can be the tie-dye option. After the store closes, items will be delivered to your student in approximately 4 weeks in the band room during school. 

The Online Marching Band Spirit Wear Store is open from August 9th through August 20th and the link to order additional apparel is https://chaganpromos.com/shop/.  Questions about spirit wear can be directed to Doug Heacox at dheacox11@msn.com.


Go Creek!  Go Band!

Deb Carney Ormes & Kendall Cipra, on behalf of the CCHS BPA

2023 CCHS BPA Communications Secretary I & II

cchsbpacomm@gmail.com


Website and Social Media Links of Interest





2023-08-16 | CCHS BPA Update | Welcome Week and More

2Hello Band Families,

Here is what’s inside this week’s update:



District Medical From for Field Trips - Due Friday August 18, 2023

 

All parents/guardians are required to complete the District Medical Authorization Form https://forms.gle/5YCoMimq8h4tdvM2A for any students that participate in field trips for CCHS throughout the year. Please complete this form by Friday, August 18, 2023. 




Changes to CCHS BPA Board - Treasurer and 2nd Vice President


We are writing to let you know of some recent changes to the CCHS BPA board. Angie Brown will be serving as Treasurer and Cheryl Kutzer will be serving as Second Vice President for the remainder of the season. We would like to thank Natalie Dube for all of her hard work over the past several years as Treasurer and Board Member.


With this transition there is a new treasurer email: cchsbpa.treasurer@aol.com.   If you are in need of financial assistance and have previously submitted a request we would kindly ask that you resubmit your request to the new treasurer Angie Brown at cchsbpa.treasurer@aol.com. We apologize for any inconvenience.   


If you have further questions or concerns regarding this transition please reach out CCHS BPA President Jessica Carmer or any member of the Executive Board.




Western Welcome Week Parade - 8/19/2023

Details about events and competitions can also be found on our website: https://www.cherrycreekbpa.org/competition-details/2023-competition-details

Schedule

Parade Info and Map

 

Drillmasters Band Shoes Update — Pick Up, Payment and Socks

Drillmasters Band shoes have arrived and have been placed in your student’s uniform bag. If you have not paid for your shoes please do so asap. Thank you!

Payment: All instrumentalists were fitted for the new Drillmasters band shoe during band camps and the cost to the student is $39.00 per pair. Payment will be collected through the Cherry Creek RevTrak system.  Please use this link to pay for your student’s band shoes.

https://cherrycreek.revtrak.net/cch-marching-band#/v/cch-marching-band-shoes

Socks: As a reminder to all band families, your student will need a pair (or two!) of PLAIN black crew length socks to wear with the uniform. Here is a great example of what they need: https://a.co/d/5VPBabg.



Fill the Band Snack Bins  — Thank you!


Our hearts and snack bins are full! Thank you for all of the amazing snack donations! Any questions feel free to reach out to Jen Gallo at  jenflwrcsu@aol.com.


Spirit Wear Store is OPEN - Closes on Sunday, August 20, 2023

The Spirit Wear Store is open and the band receives a portion of the proceeds. This is a great way to support the band and parents have the opportunity to go online and order additional marching band and Cherry Creek apparel. It is suggested that you order a second or backup marching band short sleeve t-shirt for their student(s) since they must wear this underneath their uniform. The second shirt can be the tie-dye option. After the store closes, items will be delivered to your student in approximately 4 weeks in the band room during school. 

The Online Marching Band Spirit Wear Store is open from August 9th through August 20th and the link to order additional apparel is https://chaganpromos.com/shop/.  Questions about spirit wear can be directed to Doug Heacox at dheacox11@msn.com.

 

Back to School Night - August 24, 2023

On Thursday, August 24th, Cherry Creek High School Back to School Night, the CCHS Marching band will be providing a delicious dinner option for CCHS staff, parents & students beginning at 5:00PM in the Quad..

Enjoy an on-site grilled hamburger or hot dog (vegetarian option available) with chips & bottled water or soda for $8 if prepaid here on Cheddar Up before 12PM, Wednesday August 23th. 

https://2023back-to-school-night-dinner-copy.cheddarup.com

Day of meals can be purchased for $10 cash or check. A la carte items will be available for purchase as well. Please note, change for large bills may be limited. 

 

Football Game versus Ralston Valley - August 25, 202397

Call time for the game on Friday will be 5:00 pm. Students will need to plan accordingly for dinner, as it is not provided for Football Games.  As this is CCHS Spirit Night, the Band, Cheers, and Poms will perform at 6:20 pm before the 7 pm game in the pool courtyard. 

We suggest everyone buys their tickets for the football game online at the link below to save time as lines can be long. 

https://gofan.co/app/events/655496?schoolId=CO27269