Orchestra Updates 9.25.24

Hauntcert Volunteer List

The SignUpGenius is now available for Hauntcert volunteers. This concert is a massive undertaking and we simply cannot make it happen without the help of many, many individuals. None of the jobs require serious time commitments, but are critical to the show's success. We would love to set a new record and have the entire list filled by October 1st - please help us meet that goal and sign up to volunteer!

Rehearsal Reminder

Don't forget our next combined Hauntcert rehearsal will be Monday, Sept. 30 from 3:30-6:00 pm. This is a required rehearsal of all Chamber, Intermezzo and Sinfonia orchestras. Please make sure that rides are waiting in the staff parking lot at 6:00 (students will not be allowed through the building to the front doors/main lot unless they have driven themselves to school). Cello players who get rides to school should bring their instruments from home that day as we do not have enough instruments at school to accommodate them all. Instruments can be left in the orchestra practice room before school. 

Hauntcert Spirit Wear

Hauntcert spirit wear is now for sale - this is optional for any students or parents wishing to pick up a t-shirt, long sleeve tee, or hoodie. The store closes on Oct 6th at midnight. Click here to place your order! 

An Odd Request

We are in need of "fake groceries" for one of our Hauntcert events and are hoping your family can send some items in. We are looking specifically for canned goods if you own a can opener that opens canned goods without leaving sharp edges. I have found if I carefully wash out the inside of the can without damaging the outer label, I can superglue the lid back on when the can is dry. We can also use boxes (cereal, soda, etc) that have been carefully opened and then taped back together (or other creative "groceries" that don't contain food). Please ensure that any items are VERY food free as the orchestra is not looking for any new roach mascots this year ;-)

Poinsettia Sale Reminder

Don't forget poinsettia orders are due next Friday, Oct 4. Please make sure to complete the form in its entirety and follow all instructions. Please put all materials into an envelope with the student's name on the outside when bringing to school. 

NCHS Orchestra Updates 9.12.24

Poinsettia Fundraiser

Our poinsettia fundraiser kicks off today. All money from this fundraiser will go into individual student trip accounts and can be used for the orchestra/choir New York trip in June of 2026. Although there are no concrete details for this trip yet, if this is something your student might be interested in, this fundraiser is a great way to start banking some of the cost of the trip. The poinsettias are beautiful, of high quality and will be delivered towards the beginning of December. Please see the fundraising form for more details. 

Hy-Vee Bagging for Tips Fundraiser

Another fundraising opportunity for the NY trip has already been set and bagging for tips at Hy-Vee will happen Saturday, February 15th. Please click here for more information and to sign up. 

Rehearsal Reminder

Don't forget our first combined Hauntcert rehearsal will be Monday, Sept. 16 from 3:30-6:00 pm. This is a required rehearsal of all Chamber, Intermezzo and Sinfonia orchestras. Please make sure that rides are waiting in the staff parking lot at 6:00 (students will not be allowed through the building to the front doors/main lot unless they have driven themselves to school). Cello players who get rides to school should bring their instruments from home that day as we do not have enough instruments at school to accommodate them all. Instruments can be left in the orchestra room before school. 

NOPA Reminder

Our first NCHS Orchestra Parents Association (NOPA) meeting will be Monday, Sept. 16th at 7:00 pm in the orchestra room. Doors J around the back of the building will be open - we will meet in the orchestra room (50). We welcome all orchestra parents and look forward to collaborating to bring all of the extras to our students!!!

Welcome Back Ironmen!!!

Syllabus Assignments

Don't forget that syllabus assignments were due last Friday. Students had a quiz to take, uniform sheet & fee to return, and the parent homework. If you haven't completed the parent homework (verification of receiving the syllabus), please make sure to check your email for an Infinite Campus email from Monday, August 26th.

Concession Stand

Choir, orchestra, and drama are in charge of the concession stand at this Friday's football game. It's going to be a big one as we are playing West, and we need many volunteers. Both student and parent volunteers are needed as there are jobs students are not allowed to do. Please consider helping us out and working a shift this Friday - click here for the SignUp Genius list. 

NOPA

Our first NCHS Orchestra Parents Association meeting will be Sept. 16th at 7:00 pm in the orchestra room (room 50). Doors J at the end of the hallway will be open (around the back of the building). This is our parent organization dedicated to helping provide all of the "extras" to our students. The meetings typically last about an hour and we hit the ground running this year with Hauntcert/Extravaganza planning and fundraising. We would love to see a great turn out for the meeting and welcome new faces!!!

Rehearsal Reminder

Our first combined Hauntcert rehearsal will be on Monday, Sept. 16th from 3:30-6:00 pm. This is a required event for all students in Sinfonia, Intermezzo, and Chamber Orchestras.