View the Marching Band Video Trailer to get a behind-the-scenes view of what Marching Band and Band Camp are all about! We’re looking forward to another return to Mercersburg Academy August 4-9, 2024!
This is your one-stop shop for band camp information, forms, deadlines, and payments.
This page will be updated as more information becomes available.
Marching Band Chaperone Interest
Calling all marching band parents! Interested in learning more about serving as a chaperone for this summer’s marching band camp, August 4-9? Find answers to your questions like 1) Can I still get work done at camp (totally); 2) Do I have to commit to the whole week (no); 3) Is it worth it? (absolutely) and more!
Please contact Carole Ahmed.
2024 Dates
- June 11 & 12: 6-8pm June rehearsals
- June 15: Band Camp Deposit Due ($250)
- June 15: Band Camp Forms Due
- July 15: Band Camp Balance Due ($275)
- July 30, 31, August 1: 6-9pm: Pre-Camp Rehearsals, Yorktown
- August 4-9: Band Camp, Mercersburg Academy (2024 Packing List)
- See Marching Band page for listing of football games, competitions, and other events
Camp Fees
Regular $525 / Reduced Lunch $220 / Free Lunch $100
Fees cover transportation, lodging, food, and instruction/operations.
Pay via check. Previously this webpage included an online payments option. However this payment option is no longer available. Therefore, we are asking for any payments going forward (the second payment was due July 15th) to be submitted by check.
Contact us if you still need to arrange payment.
** Cost should never prohibit student participation. Contact Mr. Witkowski for more information.**
Reference Information
- Band Camp Schedule (from 2023 for reference)
- Band Camp Packing List (from 2023 for reference)
- Mercersburg Campus Map
- Necessary Materials -Everything you need to have for rehearsals
- Footwear – Guide for selecting appropriate footwear for the marching band activity
Forms
Forms that need to be printed can be returned in three ways:
- Complete, scan (no photo please), and email to bandcamp@yorktownband.org
- Bring into Mr. Witkowski during school class time
- Mail to:
Yorktown Band Boosters
Attn: Band Camp Coordinator
PO Box 7041
Arlington, VA 22207
Please ensure all forms are received by June 15!
| Field Trip Emergency Contacts Parental Authorization | Complete, scan (no photo please), and email to bandcamp@yorktownband.org |
| Luggage Search | Complete, scan (no photo please), and email to bandcamp@yorktownband.org |
| Waiver and Media Opt-Out | Complete online (Google form) |
| Over-the-Counter Medication Authorization | Complete online (Google form) |
| Medication authorization (one per medication student is taking to camp for self-administration) | Complete, scan (no photo please), and email to bandcamp@yorktownband.org. Doctor’s signature needed for prescriptions (but not for over-the-counter medications) |
| Payment – 50% due June 15; due in full July 15 | See section (above) on this page for Camp Fees. Follow instructions at link for full payment or $275 final payment. Email Mr. Witkowski to discuss reduced payment if needed. |
Preview Performance From Camp
- We will perform a preview show on Friday at 11 a.m. at the Mercersburg Academy
- The performance is free and open to all families should you wish to attend.
- Lunch will not be available for guests who attend the show, so please make other arrangements.
- If parents/caregivers attend the show, you may take your student home if you wish. If they will not be riding the bus, be sure to email bandcamp@yorktownband.org in advance and check out with a bus chaperone before you leave.
Performance will be at the field between Tippett’s Hall and Sycamore Lane directly behind the chapel. See Campus Map and Get Google Directions to Mercersburg Academy