Weekly Beat | Middle School Edition | September 20th


executive suite auction

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Includes:

·25 Executive Suite wristbands

·VIP Parking

·Catered dinner, drinks, snacks

·Air conditioning!

·A great view of the field for the Union vs. Owasso Varsity Football game

Press Box Executive Suite Auction link:  https://unionbands.betterworld.org/auctions/union-press-box-luxury-suite

Welcome to our auction! Union High School Band students are raising money to go to NYC this fall & march in the Macy*s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Thanks for your help in supporting them in this once in a lifetime opportunity by participating in this special opportunity to enjoy the Luxury Executive Suite at the newly built Union High School Tuttle Stadium! Or consider making a donation here!  

Family and Friends:

We have the privilege of hosting a donor in the Press Box Executive Suite for the Owasso game on Friday, September 24.  Thank you for helping us get the word out about the auction for this special evening to local community business and interested parties.  This is time-sensitive, so we appreciate your quick communication to as many people and businesses as possible.

Details are below and attached is a sharable brochure can be found HERE.  This information is also available on our website at unionbands.com/auction.  Please contact president@unionbands.com with any questions.

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Tuttle Stadium Press Box Luxury Suite (25 people max)

September 24, 2021 - Union/Owasso Varsity Game Suite

5:30 pm – end of the game

The Executive Suite is located on the south end of the press box. Elevator access is available from the north end of the concourse level. The suite capacity is 25, and includes luxury seating for 10, and bar type seating for 15.

Estimated value: $25,000

STARTING BID: $2,500

Auction Opens: 9/16/2021 at 8:00 am

Auction Ends: 9/20/2021 at 8:00 pm

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eaRn money volunteering at STADIUM CONCESSIONS

We are enlisting workers (students AND parents) to help us at all of our upcoming events! Reminder that all hours earn money towards YOUR student’s band account.

Come be part of the fun!

SIGN UP HERE.


stay connected using UBPC reminds!!

FUNDRAISING:
Text @ubpc-fundr  to  81010

DRILLERS/ONEOK FIELD WORK OPPORTUNITIES:
Text @ubpc-drill  to  81010

OFFSITE WORK OPPORTUNITIES:
Text @ubpc-osite  to  81010

CONCESSION WORK OPPORTUNITIES:
Text @ubpc-conc  to  81010

MERCHANDISE:
Text @ubpcmerch to  81010

UBPC BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Text @ubpc-board  to  81010


DRILLERS/ROUGHNECKS WORKERS earn money towards thier band accounts!

School has started is in full swing and we need workers at the Drillers and Roughnecks games at OneOK Field. We need cashiers and student runners for our Dippin’ Dots stand that is typically run by our students! We could definitely use everyone’s help as the Drillers and Roughnecks season continues through to October. SIGN UP HERE.


QT cards are available for checkout!

Chocolate and Beef Sticks are available for in class pickup at the 6/7th and 8th Grade Centers on Thursdays when orders by 3pm WEDNESDAYs.

Our Wufoo order form is live. Please visit our fundraising page to order for your student!

https://www.unionbands.com/currentfundraisers

Current Individual Fundraisers

More info about these Fundraisers can be found HERE

  • QT Cards

  • Shop with Scrips

  • 10 for 20 Fundraiser

  • Country Meats

  • World’s Finest Chocolate


ONEOK WORK OPPORTUNITIES

Check ALL tabs on the sign-up page for upcoming events at OneOk Field TO FIND THE NEXT OPPORTUNITY TO WORK. Details HERE.

Weekly Beat | Middle School Edition | September 8


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A Letter from the Directors:


Welcome to the Union 6th Grade Band

 Welcome to a new school year! We can’t tell you how pleased we are that you have chosen for your child to participate in one of the most rewarding activities our school has to offer: music! We all hoped that the start of the year would mark the return to normalcy, and while we are not quite there yet, we are in a healthier place than we were one year ago.
We know you have many questions: Will my child be any good? Will they be able to handle the responsibility of playing music along with everything else they do? Will it be worth it? Is the instrument supposed to sound that bad? The answer to all of these questions is a resounding YES! 

With your support and ours, the possibilities for your child are wide open. Certainly, there will be moments of frustration as your child learns the new skills of playing music, but the rewards are many! 

As children work to master a challenging skill, they develop grit and perseverance. As they learn how to care for their new instrument, they practice taking on responsibility that will transfer to other parts of their development. And that first time you hear them play a tune on their own, perform in our school concert, or just see their face light up when they realize they can do something this special, well, that sense of pride that both of you feel will confirm that it is all worth it!

 As your child embarks on this new journey, we encourage you to take some videos to document their musical progress. It is often difficult to see the slow arc of growth when you are just starting, but these videos will be proof of how far they have come and how much they have learned. Plus, they have the added benefit of being fun to watch in the future. The sounds won’t always be beautiful, but they will be special! What a fun way to reminisce when they are in high school!

 We hope you are as excited as we are to embark on this new journey together. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at any time.

 Sincerely,

Union Bands Faculty 


Welcome Back to Union 7th and 8th Grade Band

 Welcome to the new school year and another year of music! We sincerely hope you and your child have had time to relax, rejuvenate, and spend quality time together this summer.

 We all hoped that the start of the year would mark the return to normalcy, and while we are not quite there yet, we are in a healthier place than we were one year ago.

 Before going any further, we want to thank you for helping your child choose to continue in music. Excitement can sometimes taper as children realize that learning a new language (music) while simultaneously making this foreign object make sounds is no easy feat. This can be compounded by the fact the last 16 months may have hampered their progress. But through it all, they are learning so much more.

We have a great year planned and so many things to look forward to from the group, and we are thrilled that your child will be a part of it.

 We will spend these first few weeks of school getting reacquainted with our instruments. It will probably come to no one’s surprise that many of us spent our summer days thinking about anything other than school! That’s absolutely OK. In fact, it’s healthy to take a break to recharge our batteries from time to time. If your child is experiencing a bit of “summer brain drain,” know that this is normal and to be expected. We plan to start slow.

Remember, playing an instrument is a physical (as well as mental) skill, and muscle fatigue can set in quickly when we are out of shape. So, don’t expect your child to be able to pick up their instrument and put in an hour or two of practice right away. This will lead to frustration and the development of bad habits. Encourage them to get the instrument out for just 10 or 15 minutes at a time for the first several days. It will make the transition much easier.

 Once we get back into the routine of playing, we think you will notice how the group’s sound is maturing. The music is becoming more exciting, and the ensemble members are forming stronger friendships and bonds with one another. That is the beauty of continued involvement in a musical group!

 Please know that our door is always open as we partner to provide a nurturing and educational environment for your child. We always a phone call or email away.


Sincerely,

Your Union Bands Faculty

7th Grade: Mr. GomezMrs. LollisMr. Bruce

8th Grade: Mr. PritnerMrs. BarnesMr. Bruce


eaRn money volunteering at STADIUM CONCESSIONS

We are enlisting workers (students AND parents) to help us at all of our upcoming events! Reminder that all hours earn money towards YOUR student’s band account.

Come be part of the fun!

SIGN UP HERE.


stay connected using UBPC reminds!!

FUNDRAISING:
Text @ubpc-fundr  to  81010

DRILLERS/ONEOK FIELD WORK OPPORTUNITIES:
Text @ubpc-drill  to  81010

OFFSITE WORK OPPORTUNITIES:
Text @ubpc-osite  to  81010

CONCESSION WORK OPPORTUNITIES:
Text @ubpc-conc  to  81010

MERCHANDISE:
Text @ubpcmerch to  81010

UBPC BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Text @ubpc-board  to  81010


DRILLERS/ROUGHNECKS WORKERS earn money towards thier band accounts!

School has started is in full swing and we need workers at the Drillers and Roughnecks games at OneOK Field. We need cashiers and student runners for our Dippin’ Dots stand that is typically run by our students! We could definitely use everyone’s help as the Drillers and Roughnecks season continues through to October. SIGN UP HERE.


BUS DRIVER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Earn a $2,000 bonus and paid work for helping get our students where they need to be!

We want to make sure our band can get to out of town games. If interested and available during the week please see the District Free School Bus Driving Training Program.

Let us know if you are interested!


SALES OPENED: 8/23/21

ORDERS AND PAYMENT DUE: 9/9/21 (THUR)

DELIVERY EXPECTED: week of 9/20 (Exact dates, times, and location TBD)

Text: @ubpc-fundr to 81010 to get updates when our order form goes live, exact Money Turn In location information, and delivery pickup information

See our current fundraisers page for the sales flyer and more information.


Chocolate and Beef Sticks are available for in class pickup at the 6/7th and 8th Grade Centers on Thursday (9/2/21).

Our Wufoo order form is live. Please visit our fundraising page to order for your student!
https://www.unionbands.com/currentfundraisers

LETS PAY OUR BAND FEES WITH FUNDRAISING!

ONEOK WORK OPPORTUNITIES

Check ALL tabs on the sign-up page for upcoming events at OneOk Field TO FIND THE NEXT OPPORTUNITY TO WORK. Details HERE.

Current Individual Fundraisers

More info about these Fundraisers can be found HERE

  • Shop with Scrips

  • 10 for 20 Fundraiser

  • Country Meats

  • World’s Finest Chocolate


Weekly Beat Middle School Edition June 7th


This free camp is designed and required for incoming 7th graders switching to color instruments.

  • Mon-Thurs, June 7-10

  • 9:00a-12:00, daily


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2021 UNION COLOR GUARD SUMMER SPIN CAMP

WHEN: June 7-11, 2021

WHO: students entering Grades K-8 in the Fall of 2021

WHERE: UMAC at Union High School

SCHEDULE: 1:30-4pm Monday-Friday

FEE: $100 (includes camp T-shirt and Pizza Party)

WHAT TO EXPECT: 
★ Learn from the Union High School Color Guard members and teaching staff
★ Spend the week learning the fundamentals of dance and equipment-spinning
★ One-on-One training
★ Friday afternoon camp conclusion pizza party
★ Friday afternoon "Performance Showcase" for friends and family
★ Open to students entering Grade K-8
★ No previous experience is necessary
★ Masks required and CDC guidelines will be followed


Find details on a variety of summer camps, including:

  • Tulsa Low Brass Camp (June 1 - 4)

  • Bassoon Bonanza (June 7 - 11)

  • Oklahoma Arts Institute

  • Interlochen

Details at https://www.unionbands.com/summercamps


Check out these great summer percussion camps:



Check ALL tabs on thE sign-up page for upcoming events at OneOk Field, like the next Drillers game on June 8th. Details HERE.


Check our the exciting new Fundly Campaign for Macy*s!

Fundly will show your fundraising progress on Social Media and has a great online presence for friends/family who might otherwise not take the time to donate. Find out how to use these powerful resources for your student’s fundraising HERE.

Current Individual Fundraisers

More info about these Fundraisers can be found HERE

  • World’s Finest Chocolate - Now Available for In School Pickup

  • Beef Jerky - Now Available for In School Pickup

  • Shop with Scrips

  • Print Happy

OneOK Field Concessions

Come work the concession stand at OneOK field for a Drillers, FC Soccer, or other community events and earn money for your student’s band/guard account! Find more details HERE.


Important Student Account Information

Please log in to CHARMS and check your financial statement. Macy's/RR Participants: January-May Macy's fees should be fully paid at this time. If you you have a past due balance we must receive your payment ASAP.

Macy’s Payment Due

The next Macy's Fee is Due By June 15. Please log into CHARMS and check your account balance.


REMIND

If you’re not subscribed to 5 or 6 REMIND groups for various band things, YOU’RE MISSING OUT! Get information about all of the REMIND groups and subscribe here!


JUNE 4, 2021

UBPC BYLAW REVISIONS

GENERAL INTEREST, PARENTS, UBPC

Every few years, the Union Band Parents Club, Inc. Board of Directors reviews and proposes changes to the Bylaws. Our committee this year identified appropriate changes to this important corporation document. These changes have been approved by the Board of Directors and now must be approved by the General Membership. We will do this at the Meet the Regiment Debut Performance and Picnic on August 12, 2021. Please review the changes HERE.

Questions can be directed to Marjorie Hall, UBPC President.