Color Guard Leadership Application - 2024/25

As our program grows, a Captain, Co-Captain & Lieutenants are needed to help lead the Color Guard & Winter Guard seasons. When the season calls for it (when the show requires multiple sections), section leaders may also be chosen to make sure that every member is able to get the help they need!

For full details, requirements and more, click HERE.

This form must be turned in by May 14th.

IMPORTANT: If this is your first time applying for leadership, your current leaders are available to help you through this process. Reach out to them to ask questions about the process or anything else related to leadership.

Name Name First Last
Email (OHSD address)
Current Grade:

Current Grade: 9 10 11
Amount of seasons with Color Guard (Fall)

Amount of seasons with Color Guard (Fall) 1 2 3 none
Amount of seasons with Winter Guard (Winter)

Amount of seasons with Winter Guard (Winter) 1 2 3 none
Amount of seasons with Show Band (Fall - if you are a former band member)

Amount of seasons with Show Band (Fall - if you are a former band member) 1 2 3 none
Position You are Applying For

Position You are Applying For Captain Co-Captain Lieutenant Any
By applying for leadership, you are confirming and committing to (check each line).

By applying for leadership, you are confirming and committing to (check each line). Attending every practice, game, and meeting. Understanding that your role as a leader will be expected throughout the entire school year and should be reflected in everything you do inside and outside of school. If not selected, you will respect the instructor’s decision and positively support the Color Guard Captain and/or other leaders who are selected as well as continue to be an outstanding and supportive member of our marching band.
Why is the Color Guard an important part of the Show Band?
Why is the Winter Guard an important program?
Why is the leadership position you chose important to you & the guard?
Define your own strengths and weaknesses. How will you address the weaknesses?
If you were a leader this year, what were your successes? Failures? How will you address the failures next year if selected?

If you were not a leader this year, type" N/A"
If you were not a leader this year, were there any situations that you would have handled differently if you were one? If so, please explain.

If you were a leader, type" N/A"
To what extent should a leader be held responsible for the people in their section?
Anything else you feel we need to know regarding your application for a leadership position?
Essay:

Please write a short essay of 300-400 words answering a few prompt questions, and include it with this application.

Please upload below or send it via email at guard@ohhsbandboosters.com

- Why are you applying for leadership?
- Why do you think you are a good candidate for leadership?
- How does flexibility, helpfulness and compassion help as leadership attributes?
- How might this leadership experience benefit you beyond your high school years?
- What is your favorite memory of being in the Color Guard?
- Describe your past experience in the Wildcat Show Band, what you enjoyed most and what suggestions you have to boost the program.
-Include additional information about yourself: strengths, weakness, challenges, etc.
Upload Your Essay

Attach Files

If you prefer to email your essay, please send it to gaurd@ohhsbandboosters.com. You may also turn it in, in-person at camp.
Thank you!

You will receive a copy of this digital packet upon submission.

Important Reminders
- May 14th: Audition Agreement, Teacher Form, Leadership Application and essay are due. You may opt to turn these items in BEFORE the due date.
- May 17th: Song choice & count sheet due. Include the name of the song, artist and include the time position in the song as to when your choreography will begin.
- May 20th: Audition day! 5:30-8pm in the Band Room

YOU'VE GOT THIS!

Color Guard Leadership Application - 2024/25

Color Guard Leadership Application - 2024/25

Essay:

Thank you!