Mr. Miura will be taking over the high school band program and will be teaching 3 periods of 7th grade beginning band, 1 period of 8th grade intermediate band and 1 period of high school band (9-12) in the fall. This summers move from MCR to MBR will be a big challenge and we hope to be ready to go by July for summer band practices.
LEEWARD FESTIVAL 2006
The Nanakuli Intermediate Band performed at the Pearl City Auditorium on Thursday, April 13, 2006. Last year Nanakuli entered it's Beginning Band. This year, we have an Intermediate Band of 68 students. Our 2 selections were: selections from the "Phantom of the Opera" arranged by Michael Sweeney and "American Patrol " by Meacham and arranged by Andrew Balent.
MOLOKAI/MAUI TRIP 2006 A SUCCESS
The Nanakuli Interemdiate Band enjoyed a successful trip flying to Molokai on Monday, March 20, 2006 performing at the Pumehana Senior Home. After a spectacular view of Kalaupapa and a trip to Kaunakakai, the band caught the Ferry boat to Lahaina and a whale show. There were performances on Tuesday at Wailuku Elementary and Kahului School followed by a trip to the Kaahumanu Shopping Center. Wednesday included a trip up to Haleakala, Maui Ocean Center, Iao Needle, and Taska's for some ono "Guri Guri".
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PERFORMANCES 2005 - 2006
The Nanakuli Intermediate Band's performances at Ala Moana Center Stage, Nanaikapono and Nanakuli Elementary was very successful. The performances allowed us to represent Nanakuli in a positive way. The second semester will feature 2 performing groups with the addition of the Select Beginning Band.
ZERO TOLERANCE
The Band teachers, students and administration will be enforcing this new policy:
1. attendance - early is on time, on time is late
*we will not tolerate unexcused abseneces or tardies "Lock Outs"
2. required materials - mouthpiece, pencil, paper, ids, etc.
* we will not tolerate irresponsibility
3. engaged with effort - focused and doing your best
*we will not tolerate slacking, and laziness
4. team work - TEAM Together Everyone Achieves More
*we will not tolerate selfishness, be a team player
5. represent - you will represent yourself, parents, teachers, school and community in a
positive way. Bring Honor and Pride to Nanakuli
*we will not tolerate any negativity to our Ohana
"Second to none"
GRADUATION BAND
Over 60 Intermediate Band students, grades 7 and 8 will be joining forces with the High School Band for the 2006 commencement for Nanakuli. 23 of them currently in 8th grade have signed up for High School Band next year.
PERFECT ATTENDANCE
Mr. Miura completd his 21st consecutive year of perfect attendance. The last time Mr. Miura called in sick was in 1984." I'm trying to set an example for the band students" says Mr. Miura. Hopefully our students will realize the importance of coming to school. Thank you to the Nanakuli Administration for making the recognition at a recent faculty meeting.
"Early is on Time"... "On Time is Late"
BAND BANQUET 2006
The Nanakuli Band Students enjoyed the Banquet held at the Pacific Beach Hotel on Saturday, May 27. Criteria for the banquet were: passing classes, attendance for after school rehearsals, performances as a member of the Concert Band. Buffet dinner, games, prizes, door prizes, dancing and fun all were included.
GOOD NEWS FOR 7th and 8th GRADERS for 2005-06 year
Pulliam and the Nanakuli Administration has decided that all Intermediate students will be able to take at least one elective class. Ramp up in both English and Math is of the past. After Mr. Miura met with Pulliam, they were convinced that electives may help students meet AYP and improve student achievement. Lessons learned in band include: Math, Science, Foreign Language(Italien), History. In addition, students learn discipline, teamwork, citizenship, responsibility and improve social skills, focusing, listening skills, leadership skills, and more.
BUILDING UP THE PROGRAM
The 2005 Beginning Band became the 2006 Intermediate Band. Next year, Nanakuli is anticipating an Intermediate Band of 50 students (period 4) and 147 incoming 7th grade beginning band students into 3 periods. Next year, the Middle School band program will be increasing from 2005: 103 students to 148, 2006: 148 to 217.
RESEARCH STUDIES
Research shows that students enrolled in band improve up to 15 percent on standardized tests. Band students become more focued, disciplined, and are engaged in their learning. Studies also show a better balance in developing both left and right sides of the brain. Band could possibly be a better solution than ramp ups. Most successful schools on the mainland are centered around a strong solid band program.
CDs of the concert are available for $10 each.
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