- What is Grizzly Band Camp?
- How much does it cost and what does that pay for?
- Are there scholarships? (Spoiler alert: YES!)
- Where can I sign up?
- What is the schedule?
- Preview show – Friday, August 8th at 3PM
- What to bring each day
- When do I get a uniform?
- Picture day – Friday, August 8th
- Earning a varsity letter in band
- Parents and guardians: We need your help!
- When will the Grizzly Band perform?
What is Grizzly Band Camp?
The main function of the Grizzly Band is to support our athletics and contribute to the overall school spirit at GPHS. The band is an integral part of high school culture. Participation in the Grizzly Band allows you to earn a varsity letter – one of the only activities that you can earn a varsity letter for all four years in high school.
From Mr Morris: Welcome to Band Camp!
The purpose of band camp is to learn the fundamentals of marching, learn pep band music, and to learn the half-time field show for the year. Students who participate in Grizzly Band during their time in high school will realistically be prepared to enter a college marching band, should they choose. This is also the time where band members get to bond and form the foundation of friendships that last throughout high school and beyond. The social interactions of the Grizzly Band are just as important as the learning that takes place.
To march the half-time show, attendance at band camp is mandatory. Contact Mr. Morris as soon as possible if you are out of town during band camp.
We are very excited for the new season, and the leadership is busy making plans for the upcoming year. We look forward to getting to know you, see you at band camp!
Mr. Morris, Director of Bands, Glacier Peak High School
How much does it cost and what does that pay for?
The boosters work hard to keep expenses low while making a positive impact in our community.
The 2025-2026 Grizzly Band fee is $190 for the first student in the household. If there are two band students in the household the total cost is $240. If there are three or more students in the household the cost is $290.
A separate online registration form is required for each student.
There are several discount coupon codes available:
- NOSHIRT – If your student would like to re-use a Grizzly Band T-Shirt for the 2025-2026 season AND it fits well AND is unaltered, enter coupon code NOSHIRT for a $10 discount.
- DRUMLINE – If your student is also attending the drumline camp, enter code DRUMLINE for a $15 discount
- DRUMLINENOSHIRT – If your student is in drumline and will be re-using a Grizzly Band T-Shirt, enter code DRUMLINENOSHIRT for a $25 dicount.
This fee is used in many ways, throughout the school year to:
- Hire section coaches
- Write the half-time show
- Provide and clean uniforms
- Provide snacks
- Provide sheet music
- Supply students with a Grizzly Band t-shirt (our alternate uniform for Basketball Games and Pep Assemblies)
- Fund the band program all year
Email gphsbandboosters@gmail.com for other coupon codes.
Are there scholarships? (Absolutely!)
The GPHS Band Boosters want to be sure that finances are never a barrier to joining the Grizzly Band or participating in band programs. These need-based scholarships are available to partially or fully cover the cost of Grizzly Band fees, concert attire costs, and required field trip fees associated with band class.
For details and to apply for a scholarship, please fill out the form here. Once approved you will receive a unique coupon code to use with this registration. Scholarship requests and grants are always kept strictly confidential.
Where can I sign up?
Grizzly Band registration is required for all new and returning Band Students interested in participating in the GPHS marching band known as Grizzly Band. This registration also includes registration for Grizzly Band Camp August 4-8th. The Registration Fee supports GPHS Band programs including instructors, clinicians, music, uniforms, band camp and other events. All payments to GPHS Band Boosters and payments made on behalf of GPHS band students by GPHS Band Boosters are non-refundable.
You can sign up for the 2025 GPHS Grizzly Band Camp here.
What is the schedule?
| Monday, August 4th | Location | |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30AM | Student Leadership Council (Drum Majors, Quartermasters, and Section Leaders) | Band Room |
| 8:00AM | All Freshmen and Students new to GPHS Grizzly Band | Band Room |
| 12:00PM | LUNCH break (Please pack a lunch) | Various |
| 1:00PM | All Grizzly Band members | Band Room |
| 4:00PM | Dismissed |
| Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday – August 5th to 7th | Location | |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00AM | All Grizzly Band Members | Football Field |
| 12:00PM | LUNCH break (Please pack a lunch) | Various |
| 4:00PM | Dismissed |
| Friday, August 8th | Location | |
|---|---|---|
| 7:45AM | All Grizzly Band Members | Band room |
| 8:00AM | Picture Day! | Commons |
| 12:00PM | LUNCH break (Please pack a lunch) | Various |
| 3:00PM | Preview Show & Ice Cream Social hosted by the GP Band Boosters Everyone is invited!! | Football Field |
What to bring each day
Much of band camp will be spent outside. Be prepared to be in the sun and watch the weather reports for rain or heat warnings. We will take several breaks throughout the day to stay hydrated and allow everyone to reapply sunscreen.
- Sack Lunch – We’ll break for lunch about 12pm daily
- Water Bottle – More water available for refills!
- Sunscreen – remember to apply every few hours
- Closed-toe shoes – absolutely no sandals
- Hat, Sunglasses – and items to help beat the heat
- Bring your instrument – If you need to borrow one from the school contact Mr Morris right away
- Lyre, flip book, and windows – Most students will need these. You can get them on Amazon or at local music stores
When do I get a uniform?
You’ll be fitted for uniforms sometime during the first few days of camp. Please wear shorts and a t-shirt for this. The uniforms can be easily fitted over these clothes and the process will move much more quickly if students can try on over their clothes.
If your student is registered for a band class for school they will also have the option to be fitted for a required concert uniform dress (one of 2 options). More information about concert uniforms can be found on here.
Each student will be provided two uniforms:
- A marching band uniform complete with a hat, coat, and overalls – students must provide black shoes
- A Grizzly Band shirt that will be worn during Pep Assemblies and Basketball Games
Picture Day
Please arrive by 7:45AM at the Band Room. There you will change in to your uniform, grab your instrument, and head to the commons. We will begin lining everyone up at 8:00AM.
Jason Kim Photography will take group & sectional photos. The photos will be made available online at no cost.
Earning a varsity letter in band
Participation in Grizzly Band is the ONLY way to earn a varsity letter in band. Each day you attend camp and performances you earn points. A letter is awarded for students who earn at least 150 points.
Parents and guardians: We need your help!
Grizzly Band Camp can’t happen without the support of many parent volunteers.
- Lend us your 10×10 or 12×12 canopies on Signup Genius
- Sign up to donate some of our daily cold treats on Signup Genius
- Sign up to volunteer (we need TONS of help) on Signup Genius
- Grant some of our Amazon Wishes from our Wish List
Parent volunteers will assist GP Band Booster Board Members with attendance, uniform fittings, organizing supplies, lunch and picture day supervision, managing the water station, and distributing frozen treats. We need donations of 4-6 canopy tents for shade on the practice field and daily frozen treats for our hardworking band students.
When will the Grizzly Band Perform?
- We will play at all home football games (3+ in the 2025–2026 school year), plus any playoff games (TBD)
- During football season, we will hold one two-hour evening practice/week
- We play for 10 regular season basketball games (5 are required to letter); and we will not rehearse during basketball season
- We play at all sports related school assemblies
- We march in parades such as The Mill Creek Veterans Day Parade
All performance dates and times are subject to change.
Be sure to subscribe to the GPHS Band Calendar to stay in-the-know!
Watch your email for additional Grizzly Band Camp information as we get closer to Monday, August 4th. In addition, stay current with the GP Band Happenings by following the GPHS Band Boosters on Facebook and Instagram or visit grizzlyband.org.
If you have any questions, please email the GP Band Boosters at gphsbandboosters@gmail.com.
Thank you for supporting your band students and the GP Band Program.