NOTE: 2022/23 was the first year we had our leaders extend through the winter season. For the 2024 Winter Season, we have determined that the opportunity to returning members to audition for leadership roles should be made available. Our current Captain will remain and openings for Co-Captain(s) and lieutenant(s) are available.
Be a current Oak Harbor School District student and have completed ONE of the following:
- at least one full marching season with the OHHS Color Guard PLUS one season with OHHS Winter Guard.
- at least one full marching season with Show Band (as a band member) PLUS one season with OHHS Winter Guard.
Be a current Oak Harbor School District student and have completed ONE of the following:
- one full marching season with the OHHS Color Guard
- one full season with OHHS Winter Guard
- You must create 1 minute of choreography (around 120 counts) to the music of your choice.
- You must be able to show that you have an understanding of basic body movement & flag. For weapon skills, basic beginner’s knowledge needed.
- You must complete a A COUNT SHEET (download countsheet template here) and turn it in to the instructor by November 25th.
Submit your song choice to your instructor via email or BAND app message no later than November 25th. Include the name of the song, artist and include the time position in the song as to when your choreography will begin.
- You will sit with and answer a few questions from your instructors(s)
- You will perform your original choreography on audition day. Bring your music with you (just in case).
- You will then teach an instructor at least half of your choreography.
Please write a short essay of 300-400 words answering these questions, and include it with your application.
- Why are you applying for leadership?
- Why do you think you are a good candidate for leadership?
- What other skills might you have that would help you in a leadership position?
- What is your favorite memory of being in the Color Guard or Winter Guard?
- Describe your past experience in the Marching Band, what you enjoyed most and what suggestions you have to boost the program.
-Include additional information about yourself: strengths, weakness, challenges, etc.
Fill out the digital application. There is an option at the end to also upload/attach your essay to the application.
Download the application, print at home and
submit on or before May 15th.