Uniforms

=2015-2016 Uniform Policy and Participation Fees = toc

Costs Associated with Uniforms and Costuming

 * Cleaning Fee: $25 **
 * Marching Band & Color guard attire -- **all members**
 * Madrigals -- **all members**


 * Cleaning Fee: $15 **
 * Tuxedos -- **male members**

Money Collection Procedures:

 * For security, checks are the preferred method of payment for all class fees, uniform costs, fundraising, etc.
 * Please make all checks payable to: RHS Music Boosters.
 * Please include your student’s name under memo on the check.
 * Please put your check and any required forms in a sealed business envelope with the student’s name and purpose for payment on the outside of the envelope.
 * Students should deposit the envelope in the drop box located in the music office.

Marching Band Uniform:

 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Complete Marching Band Uniform
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">White MB Shoes*
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Gloves*
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">White Socks+

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">+ **<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;"> These items are to be provided by the student. ** Provided by RHS Music Department
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">* These items must be purchased through the music department and will belong to the student to use each year. **

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Marching Band Shoes/Gloves:
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">In order for the group to look like the Reservoir Marching Band, we must look sharp, precise,and uniform. Although each student is provided with his/her uniform jacket and pants, items as shoes and gloves can not be provided. Arrangements have been made through a private vendor to supply marching shoes and gloves for our students at a discounted price. CB Enterprises, Inc. will be at Reservoir High School during Band Camp to take shoe/glove fittings and orders.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Shoes: $32.00*
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Gloves: $2.50* per pair (It is recommended that each student purchases 2 pair of gloves)

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">* - These prices are only good for the fitting day. Orders placed after this date will be subject to shipping and handling charges.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Marching Band Uniform Care Instructions:
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">The Marching Band uniforms will need to be periodically dry-cleaned throughout the season. The Marching Band Uniform Fee includes the cost of cleaning. Please contact the Marching Band Uniform committee chair about arrangements for cleaning.

<span style="color: #ff5000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Winter Guard
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">To be determined

<span style="color: #ff5000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Indoor Drumline
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">To be determined

<span style="color: #ff5000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Madrigal Costumes:
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">• Women:
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Dress
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Slip
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Shoes
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Stockings

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 19.2px;">• <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Men:
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Pant
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Top
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Vest, if needed
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Hat
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Shoes/socks

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Madrigal costumes are provided by the Music Department.Students are responsible for upkeep of the uniform as well as responsible for all items to be returned to proper condition to the Music Department at the end of the year.

<span style="color: #ff5000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Concert Attire:
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Orchestra, and Concert Choir wear the same performance attire. It is as follows:


 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">WOMEN **
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Black Concert Dress*
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Closed toe black dress shoes (1-2 inch heel required)+
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Black stockings or knee highs (no socks or colored hose)+
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Conservative jewelry (no unusually large earrings,necklaces, etc.)
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Hair accessories must be neutral in color or black


 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">MEN **
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">White Tuxedo Shirt with studs*
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Black Tie and Cummerbund*
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Black Tuxedo Jacket
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Black Tuxedo Pants
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Black Dress Shoes (no tennis shoes or boots)+
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Black Socks+

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">* These items must be purchased through the music department and will belong to the student to use each year <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">+ These items are to be provided by the student. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">**The tux jacket and pants will be fitted to the student and on loan for the school year. These items must be cleaned and returned following the Spring Concert.

<span style="color: #ff5000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Jazz Band Attire:
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">**MEN:** Consists of a dress shirt and tie with dress pants,colored socks, and dress shoes. Suit jackets or sport coats are encouraged but are not required.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">**WOMEN:** Dressy outfit of your choosing. Outfit can consist of dress slacks and dress top, actual dress, or dress skirt with top including dress shoes.

<span style="color: #ff5000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Concert Choir4:
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">**MEN:** Tuxedo shirt-$20. The shirt will belong to the student.This is a one time purchase for use while a member of the music program.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">**WOMEN:** Concert gown-$60. The dress will belong to the student.This is a one time purchase for use while a member of the music program.

<span style="color: #ff5000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">CARE OF UNIFORMS AND COSTUMING
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Along with the fee, students are responsible for the care of the uniform. Care includes:

__**<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Men’s Concert Dress Requirements and Care Instructions **__
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">All shirts should be clean and pressed prior to performance.Wear a PLAIN WHITE undershirt with your tuxedo shirt.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">You must wear black dress shoes. Boots and tennis shoes are not acceptable concert attire.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">You must wear solid black socks.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Hair should be neat and trim. If you are thinking of dyeing it blue, wait until after the concert. The audience should be focused on the music, not the mohawk.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Do not tie the cummerbunds or bow tie straps. Use the buckles. Safety pins may be used if needed provided they cannot be seen.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">When not being worn, tuxedo jackets should be kept on the hanger to retain their shape. Pants will be hemmed prior to issue. Pant hems are to be HAND SEWN ONLY. The use of adhesive materials, glue, “stitch witchery” or machine stitching is NOT allowed.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">DO NOT CUT THE FABRIC.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">The tuxedo pants are machine washable. Check the label carefully. Cold water, Woolite, gentle cycle, and hang to dry.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">BE CAREFUL with your concert attire. You are responsible for replacement. Ask questions to avoid costly mistakes.


 * __<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Women’s Concert Dress and Care Instructions __**
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Dresses are to be hemmed and pressed prior to performance.You are responsible for hemming your dress. Skirt hems are to be HAND SEWN ONLY. The use of adhesive materials, glue, or safety pins is NOT allowed. Pin the hem while wearing your dress shoes. Skirts should be one to two inches off the floor to avoid tripping. HINT: If you are unfamiliar with hemming, your local dry cleaner may provide this service for a nominal fee.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">You must wear black, closed-toe dress shoes with a 1” or up to 2”heel. No flats, open-toed, or overly high-heeled shoes are allowed.Remember,this is the concert dress standard.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">You MUST wear black stockings. You may wear black knee high stockings if you choose instead of pantyhose. You cannot wear socks or be barelegged.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Jewelry should be conservative. Again, you are part of a group. Large necklaces and highly visible earrings detract from the look.Bracelets should also be kept conservative.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Hair should be styled and off the face. See #4 in Men’s Dress and Care Instructions above.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Stage lighting causes faces to look pale and washed out.Makeup, though not required, will enhance your appearance. Blush, lipstick,eyeliner and mascara are basics for stage performance.

<span style="color: #ff5000; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">REPAIR/REPLACEMENT COSTS FOR LOST OR MISSING COSTUMING
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Schools issued uniforms and costuming are the responsibility of the student. They are to be kept in excellent condition,maintained as outlined in the handbook, and turned in at the end of the school year. Items that are not returned or are returned in poor condition will result in are placement charge being assessed to the student. Charges for repair/replacement of these items are listed below.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Each part of the Marching Band uniform has a specific replacement cost PLUS shipping:
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Replacement Costs **


 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">ITEM and COST **
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Plume (9” long) $18.50
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Shako (hat) with box $73.89
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 15.6px;">Shako box $8.50
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Raincoat $68.00
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Jacket $310.33
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Trousers: $153.85
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Mirror: $4.50
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Garment Bag $16.00

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">The replacement costs for SWE, Concert Band,Orchestra and Choral uniforms are:


 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">ITEM and COST **
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Tuxedo Jacket $80.00
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Tuxedo Pants $40.00
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Tie (men only) $8.00
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Cummberbund (men) $12.00

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Replacement costs for the remaining groups are approximate based on yearly inflation.

**<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Additional Costs: **
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">For students involved in Marching Band, not included in the uniform fee, but required to be purchased by each student:


 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">ITEM and COST **
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Gloves $2.00
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">White Shoes $32.00


 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">ITEM and COST **
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Madigral Costume $400.00

**<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Payment of fees **
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Any fees charged for missing or damaged uniforms or costuming must be paid before graduating.