Band Letters

The Band Letter is earned by accumulating 370 points throughout the school year (subject to change based on yearly schedule). The lettering system takes into account quality participation in all facets of the band program, including Solo and Ensemble participation, quarterly grades, pep and marching band performances, honor groups, and additional musical activities you are involved in during the school year. Lettering Awards are presented at the end of the school year.

Solos
Class A Solo, 1*: 50
Class A Solo, 1: 45
Class A Solo, 2: 40
Class B Solo, 1: 40
Class B Solo, 2: 35
Class C Solo, 1: 35
Class C Solo, 2: 30

Additional Ensembles Beyond Required
Class A Ensemble, 1*: 40
Class A Ensemble, 1: 35
Class A Ensemble, 2: 30
Class B Ensemble, 1: 30
Class B Ensemble, ​2: 25
Class C Ensemble, ​1: 25
Class C Ensemble, ​2: 20

Quarterly Grades (each of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd)
A+:50
A: 45
B: 40
B+: 35
B:30

Seniority Points
2 years: 10
3 years: 15
4 years: 20

Private Lessons
on your main​ band instrument: 20 per semester

Outside Ensembles
State Honors Band/Orchestra Audition: 20
State Honors Band/Orchestra Membership: 30
Lawrence Community Music School Band: 50
Fox Valley/Oshkosh/Green Bay Youth Symphony: 50
Pit Orchestra for the Spring Musical: 40

Pep Band (no point deductions/absences)
Football Season – Assigned Performances: 30
Basketball Season – Assigned Performances: 30
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Marching Band (non-pep band):
Homecoming Parade: 20
Homecoming Half-Time Show: 20
Holiday Parade: 20

Activity Points
KHS Band Camp (August): 50

Other Opportunities
Band Council: 25
Summer Band Camp (previous summer): 40
Jazz Band: 25