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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 5/1/2026
Band Update 5/1/2026
BAND BOOSTER UPDATES
➤ END OF YEAR RECAP
Thank you to all that came to last night’s final band booster meeting of the year!
Congratulations and welcome to our 2026-27 Band Booster Board:
President - Kristie Kolsrud
Vice President - Luke Grove
Secretary - Sara Van Arkel
Treasurer - Matt Bennum
We ask ALL PARENTS to fill out this form to help us learn more about you & find ways to get you connected with others that have similar interests!
To receive the inside scoop on all things SEP Bands & Band Boosters:
Enroll in the Band Boosters Remind
Download app and input class code, or text code to 81010
Band Booster Remind Code: @sepbooster
Follow, Like, Share & Engage with the SEP Bands Facebook Pages!
Southeast Polk Bands
SEP Band Boosters
Band Boosters will have a float in the 4th of July parade! If you would like to help with planning/decorating, contact Matt Bennum (mbennum@gmail.com)
Over the Top - Spirit Night (Band Booster Fundraiser)
Thursday, May 7th, 4:00-8:00pm
20% of proceeds will go back to the band program
Be sure to present THIS FLYER (digital/print)
➤ UPCOMING VOLUNTEER & DONATION NEEDS
Big Band Bash (5/22) Decorations Needs (SEP Band Amazon Wishlist)
Volunteer at the Iowa State Fair (Aug. 13/15/16/21)- Barksdale Cookies: Band Booster Fundraiser
MARCHING BAND UPDATES
➤ MARCHING BAND INFORMATION NIGHT RECAP & LINKS
Note: 2027 Band Trip Info/Links under Concert Ensemble Updates
2026 Marching Rams Quick Links
ACTION ITEMS
DUE MAY 8
Paper measuring tape available for pick up in Mr. Schott’ office if needed!
DUE MAY 28
Purchase 2026 Marching Band Show Shirt (each student needs one)
Purchase MB shoes/gloves (if ordered after 5/28, $35 shipping fee added)
OTHER
Conflict Form - use to submit any summer/band camp/performance conflicts
PE Opt-Out Forms
2026 SEP HS Bands Calendar - subscribe to see all HS band events
Enroll in the 2026 Marching Rams Remind Class (students & parents)
Download app & enter class code OR text class code to 81010
Class code: @sepmb26
Purchase Khaki shorts - parade uniform
Purchase black socks - part of marching band uniform
Purchase instrument flip folder and lyre (woodwind/brass only)
➤ FOURTH OF JULY PARADE INFO NEEDED
To help us plan for the upcoming performance in the Fourth of July Parade, please fill out this form ASAP.
Returning 10-12th grade students are eligible to participate
Incoming 9th graders can apply to ride on the band booster float
Saturday, July 4th, times & logistics TBD
CONCERT ENSEMBLE UPDATES
➤ SYMPHONIC BAND & WIND ENSEMBLE SPRING CONCERT (5/5)
Tuesday, May 5th @ 7:00pm - SEPHS Auditorium
Student Information:
Concert Report Times:
Symphonic Band - ready to play @ 6:20pm on stage
Wind Ensemble - ready to play @ 6:35pm in S122
WE Uniforms
Arrive in concert dress, bring a set of clothes to change into
After concert, change out of WE uniform and immediately turn in to uniform volunteers
➤ 2027 SOUTHEAST POLK BAND TRIP
Travel Overview
Destination: Chicago, IL
Dates: March 18-21, 2027 (end of spring break)
Trip Cost: $1,319 - final cost dependent on number of travelers
Itinerary/Registration/Payments/Insurance
Chaparone Information (Band Parents)
Please stay tuned for information on how to express interest in traveling with the band as a chaperone
➤ HS BAND BANQUET - POTLUCK & AWARDS CEREMONY (5/19)
Join us to celebrate all of the amazing accomplishments of our students!
6:00pm - Potluck in the HS commons
Great opportunity to socialize and connect with other band students/families
Live music during dinner, performed by HS small ensembles
What to Bring:
Seniors: desserts & side dishes
Juniors: main dishes
Sophomores: main and side dishes
Note: in order to have enough food for all, we ask each family to bring something to share
7:00pm - HS Band Awards Ceremony & annual end-of-year highlights video in the auditorium.
Seniors/Senior Parents - if you haven’t already done so, please email all items listed below to sepband25@gmail.com with the subject line: "Name of student" Senior Photos
Senior Photo
Baby Photo
JAZZ BAND UPDATES
➤ BIG BAND BASH (5/22)
Event Information
Friday, May 22nd @ SEP High School Commons
7:00pm - Dance lesson provided by Nicole McBride, local dance instructor & choreographer
7:30pm - Jazz One will perform three sets of music
This event has been planned and will be facilitated by all members of the band!
Free admission & open to all, let’s pack the house!
Invite your friends, family, and neighbors for a wonderful evening of music, food, community, and celebration - you won’t want to miss!
Volunteer / Donation Needs
GENERAL INFO & REMINDERS
➤ SUMMER MUSIC CAMP OPPORTUNITIES
Here’s a growing list of summer music camps if you’re interested. More opportunities will be added as they become available: LINK
➤ BAND WEBSITE:
https://sepbands.southeastpolk.org/home
➤ SEP BAND APPAREL STORE
Check out the store for all of your SEP Band apparel needs! https://www.515creativedesigns.com/collections/sep-marching-rams
➤ AMAZON WISH LIST
If you’d like to help the band program in tangible ways, please check out our wish list. It is constantly changing and evolving.
➤ 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)
Mr. Gabriel Schott (gabriel.schott@southeastpolk.org)
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