Band provides any interested student with opportunities for musical knowledge, musical fellowship and fun through participation in band. Band students participate in numerous performances, contests and trips. Preparation is by individual and group rehearsals all designed to help students attain General Goals and Objectives. Band begins in the sixth grade and continues through high school. If a student has not participated in the sixth grade but is interested in joining the band, check with the middle school director. Beginning band participation at the high school level is generally not available. Each high school band program also offers Color Guard. Color Guard is a performing ensemble that compliments the marching band production. During the 2nd Semester the Guard enters the Winter Guard season upon learning a choreographed production performed at various venues through that semester.