The Marching Band Calendar is regularly updated and available on the Band website – we highly recommend subscribing to it.
2026 Marching Band Season
We are very excited for the 2026 Marching Band season! The commitment form was emailed by our directors through FinalForms.
Inside, you’ll find everything you need to make plans for the upcoming season: Football Band and Competitive Band details, schedules, and information about fees.
Please read everything carefully. Forms are due by February 27, 2026.
Jazz ‘N Cakes
We’re in need of baskets and basket fillers for our Jazz ‘n Cakes event.
Please contact pancake@lakotawestbands.org
Sponsorships
Want to have your logo on our website? Would you like to be featured on our social media pages? You could even have your logo on one of our band trucks? Inquire into becoming a corporate sponsor for the Lakota West Bands. You can find information on our website HERE and/or email Sponsorship@lakotawestbands.org for more information.
Open Volunteer Positions
We are looking to fill a few open lead positions for our 2026 band season. All of these roles can be split among one or more volunteers – we’ll take whatever time you can give!
Consider helping out and get to spend some behind-the-scenes time with your band kid!
Reach out to president@lakotawestbands.org
Lakota West Bands – Try Band Open House!
Want to join band in 7th grade?
All are invited to the Open House on Thursday 2/12 where they can play the actual instruments!
Open House 2/12/26
Try any and all instruments students can play when they start In the Lakota West Band program in 7th grade.
Instrument rental option reps and Jr School Band Teachers on hand to answer all your questions.
* 6pm – 7pm – families from Endeavor and Cherokee.
* 7:30pm – 8:30pm – families from Adena and Freedom.
If times above do not work for your family, all are welcome to arrive anytime between 6pm – 8pm.
See you at the Lakota West Main Campus Band Room!!
OMEA Ohio All-State
We are so proud of our Lakota West students who were selected for, and shined in the OMEA Ohio All-State Ensembles!
Your dedication, talent, and hard work truly stood out on that stage. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement and for representing our community with excellence!
Save the Date – Upbeat Club February Meeting
Our monthly Upbeat Club meetings are your go-to source for all things band. You’ll hear from our Directors, Executive Team, and Committee Leads as they share important updates and news, and this is a great opportunity to connect with other amazing band families.
It’s also a great time to ask any questions you may have!
Winter Guard News
Please check our Calendar for the Varsity & JV practice schedule.
If you have any questions, please contact brittany.stover0920@gmail.com
Grab your Winter Guard Spirit Wear here.
You can always find information on our website, our calendar, and on our social media pages (@lakotawestbands).
Questions? Contact: LWUpbeat@gmail.com