Mini Camp Recap

Good Afternoon, I just wanted to that all of you who showed up for our mini camp yesterday, I’d even dare to say we had a productive day! These kids and instructional staff are really excited about things coming down the pipeline and it is my goal to have more positive parental involvement and to continue to 1) give our kids the best musical experience and education possible and 2) continue to improve the operations of the boosters to ensure the overall program’s success! I hope that there are some who will answer this calling, but who will also want to take an active role on the executive board. I hope you will encourage your kids to practice, and prepare for camp! They need to Drink more WATER; not fruit juice, or Gatorade. They should also start acclimating their bodies to the heat and make sure they are eating properly! The more to take this advice today will be less likely to fall ill in the summer heat!

2018-19 Student Leadership

2018-19 Band Fees

See the link on the bottom right hand side of the page to being paying your 2018-19 Band Fees. Please know that the band fees will be increasing slightly to $450 per member. A 2.9% convenience fee has been added for paying online.  Your band fees will cover but the following:

* Instructor's Salaries
* 1 pair of gloves (Band)
* 1 Member Shirt
* 1 pair of shoes
* Uniform rental for winds/Percussion
* Guard will OWN their uniform
* 1 pair if shoes
* Props
* Guard Silks & Accessories
* Minor instrument repair (Beyond normal wear and tear.)
* Transportation
* Hospitality Fund
* One FREE admission to the Band Banquet
* Articles of confederation for tax purposes
* Office supplies

Fees will not be prorated for members who own shoes or gloves. Nor will they be prorated for members who join late.
There is a $150 commitment fee that is non-refundable. This is NOT in addition to the $450 band fee. After August 15 no fees collected will be refunded.

We have the following payment options for your convenience:
Option 1: Extended payment plan. 6 equal payments to be paid bi-weekly.
Options 2: Traditional Payment plan of 3 equal payments to be paid monthly.
Option 3: One time payment.

Please know that it is the expectation that all fees will be paid in full by the first day of band camp in July. If you have any questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to reach out to me via email at lshsbandprograms@gmail.com Please allow 24 hours for a response.

Thank you,
Damien Gaiters, Director of Bands
Lithia Springs High

Follow the directions below to sign up for the Lithia Springs Marching Band Remind. This will allow you to receive information via text. 

2017 Member Packet

Click HERE to obtain access to the 2017 Member Packet. Every child must have this packet upon their arrival to camp on July 24th.!

Instructors

Mr. Gaiters - Director of Bands Damien Gaiters was born and raised in Shelby County, Alabama. He graduated from Calera High School in 1999. After taking a year off, Mr. Gaiters obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education, with honors, from Jacksonville State University in 2006. Mr. Gaiters was an active member of the Marching Southerners and was Drum Major for the 2003-2005 Football seasons, In 2004 and 2005, he had the honor of serving as Head Drum Major. He is an active member of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Georgia Music Educators Association, PAGE, and Nfame. Mr. Gaiters began his teaching career at Douglas County High School in Douglasville, Georgia in the fall of 2006. He has spent the last six years leading the instrumental music program at New Manchester High School. He married the love of his life, Mrs. Stephanie Gaiters in 2005 and they now have two children, Brandon and Breonna. As Director of bands, Mr. Gaiters has had ensembles perform at multiple venues across the southeast. It is my goal as Director of Bands to build on the legacy of success in musicality both on and off the field. Mr. Gaiters also serves as a clinician and adjudicator throughout Georgia and Alabama. Great programs are not built by individuals! Below are some of the other AMAZING instructors that will be working with our children in some capacity! Tineye Lee - Percussion Caption Head David Spell - Colorguard Caption Head Matthew Turner - Music Caption Head Justin Williams - Music Arranger Andrew Lightner - Percussion Arranger Jeremy Stovall- Drill Design

Lithia Springs High School Bands Calendar of Events