Feb 16th, 2026 Band & Colorguard Notes

Chipotle Fundraiser on Wednesday

Please help our music program by eating at Chipotle @ Seacliff on Wednesday, 2/18 between 5-9pm! Make sure to show the flyer or use the code 7VFPPQ6 at checkout online and the program will get 25% of proceeds.

---

Mardi Gras "Parade" @ HBHS on Tuesday

On Tuesday during lunch, we will be participating in a small "parade" at HBHS. To celebrate Fat Tuesday, we'll be playing some tunes through the main offices with APA council. Student should try and wear green, purple, and gold if they can!

---

Banquet Planning Meeting on Thursday

Parents, if you are interested in helping plan our end of year banquet, please join us on Thursday @ 7pm in the band room. We need all hands on deck!

---

Band Weekly Schedule

Monday

No school

• 8am-12pm Drumline (early rehearsal since we have gym availability!)

Tuesday

• Mardi Gras Parade @HBHS Main Office during Lunch!

  
  

Wednesday

• 1:41-3:22pm Wind Ensemble

• 3:30-5pm Jazz Big Band

• 5:15-6:30pm Jazz Lab Band

• 5-9pm Chipotle Dine-out Fundraiser

Thursday

• 7pm Parent Banquet Planning Meeting! (Please come to the band room at 7pm if you are interested in helping plan our end of year banquet!)

Friday

• 1:41-3:22pm Wind Ensemble

• 3:30-6pm Drumline

Upcoming Events

Feb 24 - Drumline Performing @ 8th Grade Open House (morning)

Feb 28 - Drumline Competition @ MLK HS

Mar 5 - Oiler Music Guild Parent Meeting @ 7pm

Mar 7 - Drumline Competition @ Marina HS

Mar 28 - Drumline Competition @ West Covina HS

---

Colorguard Weekly Schedule

Monday

No school

• 10am-5pm Rehearsal

  
  

Wednesday

• 2-9pm Rehearsal (TBA due to CIF)

• 5-9pm Chipotle Dine-out Fundraiser

Thursday

• 7pm Leave for San Diego Regional

Friday-Sunday

• San Diego Regional!

---

Parent To-Do Checklist

1. Overdue: Please pay 2025 Marching Band Fee. We received payments from half of families, and will need to make drastic cuts for next year if that doesn't change.

Oiler Music Guild Executive Board Position Descriptions

2026-27 OMG Executive Board & Chair Positions

We are getting ready for the next school year and we need you! If every position is filled and each person fulfills their duties, then no position will be too much work!! "Many hands make light work." With your help, we'll have an amazing 2026-27 school year!!

Our OMG Board and Program Chairs are the people who make things happen! 

Oiler Music Guild President-

The President shall preside over all meetings of the Boosters and the Executive Board and maintain oversight of all Booster activities. As President, you will be the main liaison between the Guild and the Directors/Teachers. This position is good for someone who likes talking and is good at staying organized.

Open Position

Oiler Music Guild VP of Marching Band-

The VP of Marching Band shall assist the President in overseeing Booster/Guild Activities. Assist the Band Director in organizing logistics for Marching Band Competitions, Shows and Activities. Help ensure activities will have the required volunteers and supplies. Fill in for President if necessary in overseeing Guild and Board Meetings. This position is good for someone who loves getting to know all of the kids and supporting their creative ventures.

Current- Lacey Garcia/Open Co-VP

Oiler Music Guild VP of Orchestra-

The VP of Orchestra shall assist the President in overseeing Booster/Guild Activities. Attend Monthly APA Presidents' Meeting to represent Orchestra. Assist the Orchestra Director in organizing logistics for APA Orchestra Shows and Activities. Help ensure activities will have the required volunteers and supplies. Fill in for President if necessary in overseeing Guild and Board Meetings. This position is good for someone who loves  supporting the kids' creative ventures and enjoys the APA Program.

Current- Kim Pennington/open Co-VP

Oiler Music Guild VP of Color Guard-

The VP of Orchestra shall assist the President in overseeing Booster/Guild Activities. Attend Color Guard specific meetings. Assist the Color Guard Director in organizing logistics for Color Guard Competitions, Shows and Activities. Help ensure activities will have the required volunteers and supplies. Fill in for President if necessary in overseeing Guild and Board Meetings. This position is good for someone who loves Color Guard and is good at staying organized.

Current- Showshan Yang/Open Co-VP

Oiler Music Guild Recording Secretary-

The Recording Secretary shall draft and maintain records of the Minutes from each Booster and Executive Board Meeting; Presents timely drafts of the Minutes at succeeding meetings and posts them on the Minutes page of the OMG Website; Maintain records of correspondence to and from the Booster/Guild; Maintain a list of current members with current addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses or other communication info to the extent available; Provide membership information to new members and appropriate notices for current members. This position is good for someone who is good at staying organized and great at communicating.

Current- Nina Dawson

Oiler Music Guild Treasurer-

The Treasurer shall maintain custody of Booster/Guild funds; be accountable for accurate records of income and disbursement of those funds; give a report of such accounting at each scheduled meeting; and ensure tax returns and any other required financial reports are prepared and properly filed with appropriate authorities. This position is good for someone who likes numbers and is good at staying organized.

Current- JJ Hewitt/Open Assistant Treasurer

Oiler Music Guild Parliamentarian-

The Parliamentarian shall become familiar with the OMG Bylaws and rules as a non-profit organization and use this knowledge to keep meetings on task and following rules. Form a nomination committee in February to help recruit Board and Chair members for the next year's Executive Board. This position is good for someone who is good at staying organized and enjoys rules.

Current- Sara Sprague

Chair Positions require only a limited amount of time and energy. Perfect for the full time working parent who cannot commit to helping for the entire school year.

Chair Position- Student Accounts

The Student Accounts Chairperson shall be responsible for issuing and maintenance of Student Donation Records and assist the Treasurer in duties related to Student Donations. This position is good for someone who likes numbers and is good at staying organized.

Open Position

Chair Position- Communications Secretary

The Communications Chairperson shall be responsible for sending weekly emails with program schedules, upcoming activities, and volunteer requests. Works with Recording Secretary to maintain current membership roster. This position is good for someone who is good at staying organized and great at communication.

Open Position

Chair Position- Marching Band Champs Tournament Chair

The Champs Tournament Chairperson shall be responsible for coordinating chairpersons for each area of responsibility (Parking, Concessions, Directors Dining, Student Dining, Bake Sale, etc.). Communicate with CSBC Coordinators, be liaison the day of the event. This position is good for someone who is good at staying organized and great at communication.

Current- Corrie Benson

Chair Position- Jazzfest Chair

The Jazzfest Chairperson shall be responsible for coordinating chairpersons for each area of responsibility (Parking, Concessions, Bake Sale, etc.). Communicate with Mr Floyd and Event Coordinators, be liaison the day of the event. This position is good for someone who is good at staying organized and great at communication.

Open Position

Chair Position- Football Concessions

The Football Concession Chairperson plans, organizes volunteers and donations, purchases goods for visitor side concessions at Football games (August-November). This position is good for someone who enjoys sales and football.

Open Position

Chair Position- Band Uniforms

The Uniform Chairperson helps organize volunteers for uniform fitting and alterations during Band Camp. Maintains uniforms and assist band students in dressing requirements for home Football games and Marching competitions (August-November). Organizes cleaning for uniforms and orders necessary replacement pieces. This position is good for someone who enjoys getting to know the kids. Sewing knowledge is a plus, but not required.

Open Position

Chair Position- Show Programs

The Show Program Chairperson solicits local businesses and professionals to sponsor the Oiler Music Guild in return for community exposure via our Show Programs (as well as banners and plaques). Distribute information regarding student ad's in Champs program (Sept-Nov). Communicate with printers to have programs printed and pick up or have delivered to the school before each show. This position is good for someone who is good at talking on the phone and good at getting other people to care about the programs. 

Open Position

Chair Position- Volunteer Coordinator

The Volunteer Coordinator Chairperson recruits and organizes parent volunteers for OMG events, football games, competitions, tournaments, field trips, and shows. Create Sign-Up online and keep on track with Sign-ups and recruit when necessary, follow up and make sure volunteers understand their responsibilities. This position is good for someone who is great at recruiting and getting people excited about volunteering. 

Open Position

Chair Position- Middle School Liaison

The Middle School Liaison Chairperson maintains contact with the local middle schools by providing information regarding the program or upcoming events. Organizes 8th grade night and helps with performances that involve the High School and Middle School Bands/Orchestras. This position is good for someone who is good at communicating and enjoys getting to know the kids. 

Open Position

Chair Position- Prop Building

The Prop Building Chairperson communicates with the Band and Color Guard directors regarding the want/need for show props. Organize a committee to build props and have props ready for to be utilized in performances as soon as possible. This position is good for someone who enjoys making things and is creative and inventive. 

Current- James Garcia

Chair Position- Hospitality

The Hospitality Chairperson organizes meals and snacks for guests and students as needed for various activities (tournaments, field trips, school events, and shows). Work with Volunteer Coordinator to get required donations added to the Sign-Up). Follow up with volunteers to make sure needs are met. This position is good for someone who enjoys taking care of our kids.

Open Position

Chair Position- Drumline

The Drumline Chairperson coordinates drivers, rides, snacks/meals for events and Drumline Tournaments.  Communicate with Band Director regarding needs of the program. This position is good for someone who enjoys getting to know the kids.

Open Position

Chair Position- Jazz Band

The Jazz Band Chairperson coordinates drivers, rides, snacks/meals for events and Jazz Festivals. Helps organize our annual Jazz Cabaret performance. Communicate with Band Director and Jazz Director regarding needs of the program. This position is good for someone who enjoys getting to know the kids.

Open Position

Chair Position- Transportation

The Transportation Chairperson secures truck rentals for transporting equipment for off-campus events. Communicate with Volunteer Coordinator to secure volunteer drivers, then pass on required truck info to drivers.  Communicate with Band Director regarding needs of the program. This position is good for someone who may not have a lot of free time, but is organized and can accomplish tasks in a timely manner.

Current- Maria and Anthony Johnson 

Jan 26th, 2025 Band & Colorguard Notes

Congratulations to everyone on a strong finish to the first semester! This week marks the official start of a new semester and our new ensembles. While Drumline and Winter Guard have been rehearsing throughout December and January, Jazz Band officially kicks off this week and District Honor Band resumes on Wednesday.

---

Outback Fundraiser on Monday

Please help our music program by eating at Outback Steakhouse on Monday 1/26 between 11am and 9pm! Make sure to show the flyer or mention HBHS Band/Orchestra/Colorguard and the program will get 20% of proceeds.

The address is 549 Westminster Mall, Westminster, CA 92683.

---

Honor Band Sectionals

Honor Band resumes this week with sectionals on Wednesday. Each section will meet from 6-8:30pm at these high school band rooms:

-Woodwinds @ Marina HS

-Brass @ Fountain Valley HS -Percussion @ Huntington Beach HS

Please make sure everyone is at their site early and represents HB well!

---

Band Weekly Schedule

Monday

No school

• 6-9pm Drumline

• Outback Steakhouse Dine-Out Fundraiser 11am-9pm

Tuesday

Traditional Schedule

• 1:40-2:28pm Wind Ensemble

  
  

Wednesday

Traditional Schedule

• 1:40-2:28pm Wind Ensemble

• 3:30-5pm Jazz Big Band

• Lab Band will begin next week

• 6-8:30pm District Honor Band Sectionals

  
  

Friday

• 1:41-3:22pm Wind Ensemble

• 3:30-6pm Drumline

Upcoming Events

Feb 5 - Future Oiler Night (leadership)

Feb 7 - Drumline Saturday Rehearsal

Feb 11 - District Honor Band Concert

Feb 18th - Chipotle Dine-Out Fundraiser

Feb 28 - Drumline Competition @ MLK High School

---

Colorguard Weekly Schedule

Monday

No school

• Outback Steakhouse Dine-Out Fundraiser 11am-9pm

  
  

Wednesday

Traditional Schedule

• 6-9pm Rehearsal

  
  

Friday

• 2-9pm Rehearsal (Gym @ 6pm)

---

Parent To-Do Checklist

1. Overdue: Please pay 2025 Marching Band Fee. We received payments from half of families, and will need to make drastic cuts for next year if that doesn't change.