Open to all 9th through 12th grade students. Acceptance in upper level bands by ability and availability.
MEETINGS
During class after school, during marching, and competition season. Two to three weeks prior to school in the fall.
DESCRIPTION
A highly regarded marching and concert competition band. Three hundred members are placed in one of four groups based on experience and ability. Initially all band members march. Band performs at pep rallies, athletic events, and various competitions, locally, state-wide, and nationally.
FACULTY SPONSOR
Brent Johnson, Chris Retschulte, Anthony Ruiz
BAND COLOR GUARD
MEMBERSHIP
Open to all 9th through 12th grade students. Spring members with background in dance or gymnastics. Students enrolled in Band/Flag class.
MEETINGS
During class and after school rehearsals.
DESCRIPTION
A performing color guard that performs strictly with the marching band in the fall semester and competes in regional competitions in the spring. Performances stress movement and equipment work.
FACULTY SPONSOR
Mr. Mike Sloan
CHEERLEADERS
MEMBERSHIP
Freshman, Junior Varsity, and Varsity Squads chosen at Spring tryouts. Must be a uniformed group previous year. Freshman, J.V. and Varsity Cheerleaders are enrolled in Dance/Cheerleading class.
MEETINGS
During class and outside of school as required.
DESCRIPTION
Students cheer at all athletic events and pep rallies. Students compete at local, regional, and national competitions and are encouraged to attend camp during the summer.
FACULTY SPONSOR
Ms. Stephanie Carrier-Morrow
GALEN PEP SQUAD
MEMBERSHIP
Open to 9th through 12th grade girls. Must be enrolled in Dance I or Dance II.
MEETINGS
During class period, before and after school.
DESCRIPTION
Purpose of the organization is to promote school spirit. Members attend and support athletic events.
FACULTY SPONSOR
Ms. Danielle Norman
DANCE AND DRILL
MEMBERSHIP
Freshman, Junior Varsity, and Varsity Squads chosen at Spring tryouts. Must be a uniformed group previous year. Freshman, J.V. and Varsity Cheerleaders are enrolled in Dance/Cheerleading class.
MEETINGS
During class and outside of school as required.
DESCRIPTION
Students cheer at all athletic events and pep rallies. Students compete at local, regional, and national competitions and are encouraged to attend camp during the summer.
