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The music program at Southeast Polk has over 180 students participate every year at the high school level, across 6 different bands, and prides itself on being inclusive to all students.
The Southeast Polk Band Program excels in developing well-rounded musicians through comprehensive instruction and performance opportunities in marching band, wind ensemble, symphonic band, and jazz band. With a focus on musical excellence, discipline, and teamwork, Southeast Polk Band program fosters leadership, dedication, and a lifelong appreciation for music.
Band Update 10/8/2026
Band Update 10/8/2026
BAND BOOSTER UPDATES
➤ UPCOMING VOLUNTEER & DONATION NEEDS
➤ BAND BOOSTER SPONSORSHIPS
Don’t miss out on an opportunity to support the band program! There are two ways to participate and we invite you to spread the word! 100% of your sponsorship (minus a small transaction fee) goes directly to support the SEP Band Program!
Community Sponsorship - this is for band parents/families/friends/etc.
Squad Leader - $50
SEP Band bumper sticker
Social media shout out
Concert program sponsorship recognition
Silver Sponsor - $100
Reserved seating for all HS band concerts
One marching band show shirt
SEP Band bumper sticker
Concert program sponsorship recognition
Social media shout out
Gold Sponsor - $250
Reserved seating for all HS band concerts
Two marching band show shirts
Two SEP Band bumper sticker
Concert program sponsorship recognition
Band website sponsorship recognition
Social Media shout out
Business Sponsorship (perks listed online)
Bronze Sponsor - $250
Silver Sponsor - $500
Gold Sponsor - $1,000
➤ INFO FOR ALL BAND PARENTS
Help us grow our social media presence!
Follow, Like, Share & Engage with the SEP Bands Facebook Pages!
MARCHING BAND UPDATES
➤ 2ND ANNUAL COMMUNITY IMPACT PERFORMANCE: Friday, October 9, 7:00pm
SEP is partnering with Best Buddies to present a performance intended to celebrate community and raise money for SEP Best Buddies.
This event is free to attend (there will be an opportunity to donate to SEP Best Buddies if you choose).
The Marching Rams will perform their show, cadences, and a variety of music, Best Buddies will present about their program and we will end the night with an opportunity for family members to march with their students on the field. After, the audience is invited to stick around to take informal photos with students/props in full uniform, under the stadium lights.
Let’s pack the stands to celebrate all the students and volunteers that made this season a success while supporting a wonderful organization! Spread the word! PROMOTIONAL FLYER
➤ VALLEYFEST: October 10
➤ FINAL MARCHING REHERSALS
Thursday, 10/22, 6:30-8am - Stadium
Friday, 10/23, 6:30-8am - Stadium
Monday, 10/26 - 6:45-8am - Auditorium
Tuesday, 10/27 - 6:45-8am - Auditorium
➤ HOME FOOTBALL GAME - SENIOR NIGHT: October 23
SENIORS & SENIOR PARENTS: Fill out THIS FORM by October 17th so you/your student gets recognized at the start of the game. Please see the game itinerary below for details about where/when senior recognition will take place.
Marching Band Senior Banners are in the process of being printed. These banners cost $25 and we ask that, as able, each senior turns in $25 to cover the cost of these banners for our 37 seniors!
Each senior will be provided two tickets to the game to share with family members. Students with step-parent(s) can request an additional ticket.
Any questions regarding senior recognition/tickets should be directed towards the activity office.
Following this performance, we need ALL HANDS on deck to assist with transporting all percussion/large instruments back to the High School in preparation for Band Extravaganza.
➤ BAND EXTRAVAGANZA CONCERT - Tuesday, October 27, 7:00pm, SEPHS Auditorium
Catch the Marching Rams at their final performance of the season, big, loud, & live in the SEP HS Auditorium. This concert will also feature the Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, and Jazz One. Concert starts at 7:00pm w/ doors open to the public at 6:30pm.
Concert Order:
Symphonic Band - auditorium
Wind Ensemble - auditorium
Jazz One - commons, refreshments provided by SEP Band Boosters
Marching Rams - auditorium
Student Call Time Info
Symphonic Band
6:15 report time in concert attire on stage
Concert dress - all black & black dress shoes
Wind Ensemble
Arrive already dressed in your assigned WE uniform
6:40 report time in s122
Freshmen
6:50pm report time - sit in the freshmen reserved seating
We ask that freshmen do not arrive early or hang out in the band hallway.
Our expectation is that students will stay for the entire night of performances. We stress proper audience etiquette with our students Concert Audience Etiquette.
➤ BAND PHOTOS
Students had the option to have their photo taken in uniform with Mitch Stubbs, our professional photographer, on September 4th.
Photos/memorabilia can be purchased at this link: 2026 Band Photos
➤ 2026 MARCHING RAMS QUICK LINKS
Conflict Form - use to submit any performance conflicts
CONCERT ENSEMBLE UPDATES
➤ INSTRUMENT RENTAL FEES
SEP Instrument Rental fees are now in Infinite Campus. Please pay these fees at your earliest convenience. Contact Mrs. Meunier with any questions or concerns.
Woodwind/Brass/Percussion - $75 per year for one instrument rental (this is the set fee for percussion students to use all of our equipment.)
$35 per year for each additional instrument rented.
➤ 2027 SOUTHEAST POLK BAND TRIP
Make sure if you are going on the trip that you are up to date on your payments.
Payment Schedule:
Oct 5, 2026 - $235.00
Nov 2, 2026 - $235.00
February 1, 2027 - FINAL PAYMENT
➤ BAND EXTRAVAGANZA CONCERT - Tuesday, October 27, 7:00pm, SEPHS Auditorium
Symphonic Band & Wind Ensemble will perform. See information above (Marching Band Updates) for details.
JAZZ BAND UPDATES
➤ JAZZ ONE & TWO PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
➤ JAZZ TWO FIRST REHEARSALS
Tuesday, October 13 - 7:00am (no instruments)
Tuesday, October 20 - 6:30am
Friday, October 30 - 6:30am
Every Tuesday/Friday at 6:30am starting November 3rd
➤ BAND EXTRAVAGANZA CONCERT - Tuesday, October 27, 7:00pm, SEPHS Auditorium
Symphonic Band & Wind Ensemble will perform. See information above (Marching Band Updates) for details.
PEP BAND, SHOW CHOIR BAND, MUSICAL PIT, & HONOR BAND UPDATES
➤ 2026-27 PEP BAND SCHEDULE
Pep Band is open to 10-12 band students currently enrolled in SB/WE.
A sign-up link will be shared early next week.
➤ 2026-27 SHOW CHOIR BAND “ONLY” REHEARSAL SCHEDULE
Show Choir Band rehearsals will begin next Wednesday, October 14th. This is parent/teacher conference early out day. Rehearsal will be from 11:30am-12:15pm in S122.
Parents of show choir “Band” students: please be sure to read and sign the contract your child has in their music folder. Keep the top portion of the contract for reference as needed.
Parents are welcome to join the Show Choir Band Remind Class. Text @shchb26 to 81010. Please be sure to use your FULL name and select “parent” as your role.
➤ 2026 MUSICAL PIT BAND
Rehearsal Schedule: HERE
Be sure to keep track of upcoming rehearsals & times as we move closer to show week!
Please continue to communicate any absences!
➤ HONOR BAND INFORMATION
If you are interested in participating in an honor band, please read this linked info carefully
Please direct any Honor Band related questions to Mrs. Meunier
GENERAL INFO & REMINDERS
➤ PRIVATE LESSONS & INSTRUMENT UPGRADES
If interested in either, please check in with a director for recommendations to find the right fit!
➤ BAND WEBSITE:
https://sepbands.southeastpolk.org/home
➤ SEP BAND APPAREL STORE
Check out the store for all of your SEP Band apparel needs! New items & designs incoming! https://www.515creativedesigns.com/collections/sep-marching-rams
➤ HS BAND CALENDAR
Access the HS Band Google Calendar HERE
To subscribe - click on “add to Google Calendar” at the bottom left of screen
We recommend that you turn off notifications in the “Southeast Polk Bands” calendar settings
➤ DIRECTOR CONTACT INFO
Mrs. Jacqui Meunier (jacquelyn.meunier@southeastpolk.org), 515-967-6631 x2430
Mr. Gabriel Schott (gabriel.schott@southeastpolk.org), 515-967-6631 x2431
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