It is with great regret that we have to inform you that Band Camp 2020 has been cancelled.  As quickly as we received approval, we also raised many concerns.  After speaking with the BBOP Executive Officers last evening, the directors & BBOP made a mutual decision to cancel camp due to safety concerns.  We tried to put all the safety protocols in place as recommended by the CDC and Ohio Music Education Association, however many members felt that camp as proposed would not be safe for all students, staff or chaperones.  As always, our number one concern is the safety of our students.  With all the uncertainties that still exist surrounding COVID, we have to make sound decisions.  We don’t take this decision lightly.  We have discussed this issue with all stakeholders and we all agree that this is the best decision for our students, staff and community considering the situation.  We would rather err on the side of caution then to see someone get sick or someone pass on the virus to someone else.  As for the future of the band program, we don’t know what it will look like come fall, but know that this too shall pass.  I personally have experienced thirty eight years of band camp without a hitch.  This is the first time in my career that I can’t do the thing that I love because of this pandemic.  Please note that this was not an easy decision to make.  After a thorough discussion, it was a decision we had to make.
One thing is for sure, we appreciate all of you as members of our organization.  Whether you are a student musician, a parent, a staff member or a community member, you are all of value to our program.  We will miss the social/emotional piece that band provides us, but we hope to someday get back to it.  As for now, take time to spend time with family and friends and take care of one another.  We can’t wait to see all of you when this virus train passes, but until then know that we wish you the best.  Stay safe.  We will be in touch.  Stay tuned for the next chapter.

Sincerely,
Shawn Nichols
BCSD Music Coordinator
“You’ve Got To Love The Grind” – Coach Calipari

As you all know our annual awards banquet had to be cancelled due to the virus situation.  We didn’t want the seniors and the rest of the students to miss out so we had the day videotapes. Below are the links for the video and the program that would have been distributed.
2020 Award Program
2020 Award Video

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Vote for our Teachers

Farmers Insurance Thank America’s Teachers campaign awards $2500 to teachers based on online voting. They are reworking the program and the voting for March has been postponed.
Our district’s music teachers will submit proposals for instruments and instructional materials they need to improve their classes when the grant program is redefined.

Stay tuned for more information.

Thank a Teacher

Farmers and America’s Teachers believe in the power of smart.
Bedford’s teachers make a big impact in the futures of our kids – giving their time, talent and experience to create a better tomorrow. Take this opportunity to thank one of your teachers!
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Color Guard Tryouts:

Many of the 2017 Color Guard members are graduating this year, so we are eager to get the word out to as many other potential newbies as we can.  Please pass this  along to anyone you can think of.

2017-2018  Bedford High School GUARD LINE

 Do you enjoy performing for a crowd?

Learning new skills? Being part of a team?

Do you have any previous performance, dance,
and/or twirling experience? 

Are you hardworking, adventurous and dedicated?

Do you want to be a part of the visual excitement of the
Bearcat Marching Band?

If so, you might be interested in auditioning for

The Bedford High School Guard!

*All are welcome to audition.

Several training clinics will be held to prepare new recruits.

BEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL AUX GYM

CLINIC DATES

MONDAY, April 23^th

TUESDAY, April 24^th

WEDNESDAY, April 25^th

(3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.)

Auditions will take place in the

BEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA

 Thursday, April 26, 2017  (3:00 p.m. – 5:30)