School Athletic Participations Fee:

The athletic participation fee is requirement through the school in order to play in an extracurricular activity like a sport or marching band.  

Extra-Curricular Participation Fee

Participation Fee - $200 per sport, $400 maximum per athlete. $600 maximum per family.

1. Participation fee online payment utilizing the Arizona tax credit  ** Please make sure to click the correct fee you would like to pay (ie: Tax Credit Athletics Participation Fee, Tax Credit Marching Band Participation fee)
2. Participation fee online payment without using the Arizona tax credit 
3. Visit the bookstore and pay in person.

Marching Band Fair Share:

What Is the Marching Band Fair Share?

The fair share is each student's contribution toward the overall cost of participating in the marching band program. While our school and district provide valuable support, they do not cover all of the expenses required to operate a successful marching band.

Fair share help fund many of the essential costs that directly benefit every student throughout the season, including:

• Music and drill design
• Instruction from specialized marching, music, and visual staff
• Competition entry fees
• Equipment maintenance and repairs
• Props and show materials
• Uniform maintenance and replacement
• Show licensing and performance rights
• Student meals and water at select events
• Other operational expenses necessary to provide a safe, educational, and competitive experience

The Fair share helps ensure that every student has access to quality instruction, equipment, and performance opportunities. It is important to understand that the fair share does not generate a profit for the band. Instead, it offsets only a portion of the actual cost of operating the program. In most cases, the true cost of participation is significantly higher than the amount families are asked to pay.

Fundraising opportunities are offered throughout the year to help families reduce or offset their fair share. Additionally, the band relies heavily on donations, sponsorships, grants, and the support of our Band Booster organization to bridge the gap between fair share and the actual cost of providing a high-quality marching band experience.

Your investment in the fair share directly supports your student's growth, education, and opportunities while helping our entire band program continue to thrive.

Forever Gear:

Forever gear is separate from your official marching band uniform and is yours to keep after your time in the program.

Each student is required to have the following Forever Gear:

• SM purple shirt
• SM black shorts
• Viper marching shoes
• Tall black socks

Students will wear their Forever Gear underneath their marching band uniform for:

• Friday night football games
• School assemblies
• Marching band competitions (your show shirt may be worn in place of the purple SM shirt at competitions)
• Storming the Halls

*Depending on the instrument your student plays, they will also need marching gloves or wristbands as part of their performance uniform.

Parent Volunteer Requirements:

We are incredibly grateful for our parent volunteers! To ensure the safety of our students and compliance with Peoria Unified School District policies, all volunteers must meet the appropriate district clearance requirements before volunteering.

Volunteer Clearance Levels:

Level 1 Volunteer Clearance (Standard Volunteer)

• Required for parents who will be assisting the marching band with props, equipment, and other volunteer activities.
• Requires:
• Completion of the online volunteer application.
• An approved district background check.

Level 2 Volunteer Clearance (Booster Board Members & Overnight/Out-of-State Chaperones)

• Required for all Band Booster Board members.
• Also required for volunteers participating in overnight or out-of-state trips.
• Requires:
• Completion of the online volunteer application.
• An approved district background check.
• A valid, unexpired Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Friday Night Football Game Volunteers:

If you plan to volunteer during Friday night football games, all volunteers are required to sign up through BoosterHub, regardless of their volunteer role.

Please note:

• Sunrise Mountain administrators will verify that your district volunteer clearance is active before you are permitted to volunteer.

• All volunteers must enter through the main front gate.

• Upon arrival, check in with the Bandwagon Volunteer Coordinator to receive your volunteer badge.

• Volunteers may not enter through the back gates or access the school campus or band room unless specifically authorized.

How to Become an Approved Volunteer:

1. Complete the online PUSD Volunteer Application using the information exactly as it appears on your legal identification.
2. Read the Volunteer Handbook, watch the required orientation video, and complete any emergency forms requested by your student's school.
3. After submitting your application, contact your school's front office or the Peoria Unified Human Resources Department at (623) 486-6000 to verify that your volunteer status has been approved before signing up to volunteer.

Thank you for volunteering your time and supporting the Sunrise Mountain High School Marching Band. Your dedication plays a vital role in the success of our students and program!

Support Sunrise Mountain Band While You Shop at Fry’s!

Did you know your regular grocery shopping at Fry’s can help support the Sunrise Mountain Band at no extra cost to you?

Fry’s has a Community Rewards Program that allows shoppers to connect their Fry’s Shopper’s Card to a participating organization. Once you’re enrolled, Fry’s makes donations to the organization based on participating customers’ purchases.

How it works:

1. Create or log in to your Fry’s digital account.
2. Make sure your Fry’s Shopper’s Card/Plus Card is linked to your account.
3. Search for SMHS Bandwagon.
4. Select the band and click Save.
5. That’s it!

After you’re enrolled, simply shop at Fry’s like you normally do and use your Shopper’s Card or alternate ID (phone number) at checkout. Your eligible purchases will automatically count toward the Community Rewards program. There is no additional cost to you and you don’t have to purchase specific items.

Even better, Fry’s pickup and delivery purchases can also count when your Shopper’s Card is linked through Community Rewards.

Every grocery trip can help our students!

If you already shop at Fry’s, this is a simple way to support the band without spending anything extra.

Please consider linking your Fry’s account to Sunrise Mountain Band and encourage grandparents, family members and friends to do the same!

Thank you for helping us support our students and the SMHS Band program!

Fry’s Community Rewards

Peoria Unified School District 11 Pass or Play Requirements:

Peoria Unified School District (PUSD11) requires student athletes and extracurricular participants to pass all enrolled classes during weekly grade checks to remain eligible for games and events.

Weekly Grade Check Process:

·       Grade Reviews: Teachers check student grades every Friday.

·       Warning (Yellow Card): Students receive a warning notice if their grade falls at or below 65% (or close to failing), alerting parents and coaches that eligibility is in jeopardy. Students can still play.

·        Ineligibility (Red Card): Students with a failing grade are declared ineligible on Friday, starting the following Monday through the next week's events.

·       Reinstatement: If a student brings their failing grade up to passing before the event or earns a passing grade, a teacher can clear or reinstate them to participate.

If your student misses more than 50% of their school day they are not eligible to come to evening rehearsal/activities per district policy. This also affects football games and weekend competitions. If you miss a Friday school day the week of a competition you will not be able to perform that Saturday.

🎺 FOOTBALL GAME INFO FOR BAND FAMILIES! 🏈

📣 CALL TIMES

Call times will vary depending on the game and whether it is a special event, such as Homecoming or Feeder Night.

Away Games

• Student call times will generally be between: 4:00 - 4:30 PM (please look out for an email from your director for the exact call time)
• Many students stay at school on Fridays and may walk or drive to nearby restaurants for dinner before call time.

Home Football Games

• Call times will generally be between 4:30–5:00 PM.  (please look out for an email from your director for the exact call time)
• Many students stay at school on Fridays and may walk or drive to nearby restaurants for dinner before call time.

⏰ WHEN WILL STUDENTS BE READY FOR PICKUP?

Games typically end around 10:00 PM, but this can vary depending on the game.

The band stays until the game is completely over, then marches out of the stadium. Students will have a huddle before dismissal and then need to put away uniforms and instruments.

*Based on previous games, students are typically ready for pickup around 10:30–11:00 PM for home games.

*For away games the Booster Board will post in the Parent Chat on Boosterhub when we leave the visiting school, along with an estimated pickup time.

🎒 WHAT DO STUDENTS NEED TO BRING?

Students should arrive wearing:

• SM Gear
• Tall black socks
• Vipers

They also need to bring:

•  Water bottle and Sling
• Instrument
• Lyre
• Music
• Gloves

The boosters will have a 5-gallon water jug available for students to refill their water bottles and will also provide a snack during 3rd quarter (as long as we have snacks available).

👨‍👩‍👧 WHAT DOES A PARENT'S GAME-NIGHT SCHEDULE LOOK LIKE?

Home games start at 7:00 PM, and the stands typically begin filling around 6:30 PM.

We recommend arriving no latter then 6:45 PM to allow plenty of time for parking.

🚗 Parking: Please use the main parking lot. It will fill up quickly as game time approaches.

**Important: The gates from the back teacher parking lot to the school will be LOCKED during the game.

Once the game is over, the back parking lot gate will be opened, and this will be the easiest location for student pickup.

🎺 WHERE DO BAND FAMILIES SIT?

A lot of band parents and family members sit on the far south end of the bleachers, next to the band sections. Come sit with us and cheer on our students!

👕 WHAT SHOULD PARENTS WEAR?

Show your band spirit! We recommend wearing your SMHS shirt and/or band show shirt to support our students and school. 

👜 PUSD CLEAR BAG POLICY

PUSD's clear bag policy will be enforced at the gate.

Please remember:

• Water bottles must be clear and sealed.
• Check the current PUSD requirements before bringing bags into the stadium.

🎟️ TICKETS

Tickets can only be purchased online through GoFan:

https://gofan.co/app/school/AZ12812

We look forward to seeing everyone at Friday Night Lights! 🏈🎺

🎺 SATURDAY MARCHING BAND COMPETITIONS! 🎺

It’s Competition Day, Mustang Family! 💜💛

Saturday competitions are some of the most exciting days of marching band season! From morning practice to loading buses, performing under the lights, cheering from the: stands, and celebrating at awards—it’s a LONG day, but one your students will remember! 🎶✨

Here’s everything you need to know to make Competition Day a little easier for everyone.

📣 CALL TIMES — WHEN DO WE REPORT?

Call times will vary each week depending on our performance time and how far we are traveling.

Students will report to Sunrise Mountain High School for morning practice before we head to the competition.

📅 Please watch for the weekly email with that week’s specific call time and schedule.

You can also find the latest information on our website under “Weekly Updates.”

⏰ WHEN WILL MY STUDENT BE READY FOR PICKUP?

Competition days are a marathon, not a sprint! 🏃‍♀️🎺

Competitions typically end around 10:00 - 10:30 PM, but the actual pickup time will vary depending on the competition schedule.

📱 The Booster Board will post in the Parent Chat on BoosterHub when we leave the visiting school, along with an estimated arrival/pickup time.

*Please wait for the BoosterHub update before heading to school for pickup.

🎒 WHAT SHOULD STUDENTS BRING?

👕 Students should ARRIVE wearing:

• 💜 SM Gear
• 🧦 Tall black socks
• 👟 Vipers marching shoes

🎒 Students should ALSO bring:

• 👕 Show shirt — to change into after morning practice
• 💧 Water bottle + sling
• 🎺 Instrument
• 🧤 Gloves
• 🥪 Lunch and/or snacks as needed

💧 HYDRATION STATION!

The Boosters will have a 5-gallon water jug available for students to refill their water bottles throughout the day. There will also be fill-up stations throughout the school to refill their water bottles.

We’ll also have snacks available during downtime between competing and awards—because marching band students somehow manage to be both exhausted AND starving at the exact same time! 😂

Snacks are available as supplies last.

💪 VOLUNTEERING — WE NEED YOU!

Want a front-row seat to the action AND a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to get a marching band show on the field?

We need parent volunteers! 🎺💜

Volunteers will help with getting our props and equipment onto the field and back off again.

✅ Volunteer Requirements:

• Level 1 volunteer clearance
• Ability to lift, push and pull
• Flexibility with your time
• A willingness to help our students shine! ⭐

🎉 The Benefits:

• 💜 Support your student
• 🙌 Get involved with the band
• 🎟️ Get into the competition for FREE
• 🤝 Meet other band parents
• 👀 Get a behind-the-scenes look at competition day

Volunteers must sign up through BoosterHub once the opportunity is posted.

🚗🎺 BANDWAGON CARAVAN!

Who says the fun has to wait until we get to the stadium?!

We welcome ALL parents to join our Bandwagon Caravan from Sunrise Mountain High School to the competition!

Decorate your car, grab your family, turn up the music, and show everyone along the way that the Mustangs are on the move! 💜💛

🚗🎺 Let’s make some noise before we even get there!

📣 The time we will leave SMHS will be announced each week, so keep an eye out for the weekly updates.

🎺 WHERE DO PARENTS SIT?

When you arrive at the competition, parents will sit on the "HOME" side to watch the performances.

Our students will sit on the "AWAY" side with the other competing bands and our board members after their performance and during the awards ceremony.

👏 So get ready to cheer!

Your students have worked incredibly hard. Let them HEAR you! 📣🎺

👕 WHAT SHOULD PARENTS WEAR?

SHOW YOUR BAND SPIRIT! 💜💛

We highly recommend wearing your Marching Band Show Shirt or SM Colors to support our students, our school, and our program. The more purple and gold in the stands, the better!

Let’s make sure the Mustangs are the loudest family in the stadium! 📣

👜 AZMBA CLEAR BAG POLICY

🚨 IMPORTANT: Clear bag policies are enforced at ALL AZMBA competitions.

Before you head to the stadium, make sure you know what is allowed!

Please remember:

• 💧 Water bottles must be clear and sealed
• 👜 Check the current AZMBA requirements before bringing bags into the stadium

When in doubt, check before you go! It’s much better than getting to the gate and having to make a last-minute trip back to the car. 😉

🎟️ TICKETS

🎟️ Where do I buy tickets?

Tickets are generally purchased online only through GoFan or through the link provided by the Arizona Marching Band Association (AZMBA).

💰 General Admission: Typically around $10–$20, depending on the specific invitational or championship event.

👧 Children 5 & under: Free

👉 Always check the specific competition information for current ticket prices and policies.

💜🎺 LET’S GO, Mustangs! 🎺💜

Competition Saturdays are BIG days for our students.

They practice.

They perform.

They compete.

They support one another.

And they represent Sunrise Mountain High School with pride.

So bring your show shirt, your Mustang spirit, your loudest cheering voice, and maybe a little caffeine for the parents! ☕😂

We can’t wait to see the stands packed with our Bandwagon Family!

💜 EXCELLENCE. FAMILY. LEGACY. 💛

LET’S GO, Mustangs! 🎺🏈📣