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Save the Date! Jazz ‘N Cakes April 11th 8 AM–12 PM
Please join us for the Lakota West Bands’ annual Jazz ’n Cakes Fundraiser—a morning filled with great music, a delicious breakfast, local vendors, and opportunities to win exciting raffle prizes! Please check below for more details on how you can help make this event a success. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing a wonderful event together.
Amazon Wish List
Huge thank you to everyone who has already donated through our Amazon Wish List! Your generosity is making such a difference for our band program. If you’re able to contribute, we’d love your help as we continue gathering items for the raffle baskets.
Every contribution – big or small – helps support our students and makes this event a success.
Please contact pancake@lakotawestbands.org for any questions.
Thank you for always supporting our band program.
Volunteers Needed
We’re looking for our amazing adult and student volunteers to help make this year’s Jazz ’n Cakes fundraiser a hit! Whether you love supporting our band program, serving the community, or just being part of a fun, lively morning, we’d be thrilled to have you on the team. Please sign up and help keep this tradition swinging!
Vendors Needed
Would you like to be part of our annual Jazz ’N Cakes fundraiser on April 11th from 8 AM–12 PM?
This is a great opportunity to sell your products, promote your business, and support our amazing band program.
Please contact pancake@lakotawestbands.org for a vendor application. The deadline to submit an application is March 20th.
Thank you!
Mark your calendars!!
Freshman Winter Concert on March 18th – come cheer on our amazing students
Save the Date – March Upbeat Club meeting
Join us in supporting our fantastic band program!
You’ll hear from our Directors, Executive Team, and Committee Leads as they share important updates, exciting 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!
Check HERE to learn more about the Upbeat Club
We hope to see you there!
WindFest 2026 at Cincinnati Music Hall!
Mark your calendars! This is going to be an amazing evening of music. Our friends from Lakota East High School Symphonic Winds will share the stage with Cincinnati Wind Band and the Southeast Missouri State University Wind Symphony at the Windfest at Music Hall on March 22!
Please check HERE for more information about the event & for the ticket prices.
Band family, we need you! We have a few open lead volunteer positions to fill. Please take a look below and let us know if you’d like to join our wonderful team.
Summer Camp Volunteer Coordinator / Co – Lead
It’s almost time to start planning our summer camp!
We have a dedicated band mom with several years of experience leading this effort, and we’re looking for a passionate volunteer co-lead to join her in creating a successful and memorable experience for our hardworking student musicians.
If you’re interested in this rewarding opportunity or if you have any questions, please contact president@lakotawestbands.org
Sponsorship Lead Volunteer
We are looking for a volunteer to help secure sponsorships and connect with local businesses and community partners. If you enjoy organizing, communicating, and building relationships, this is a great way to make a meaningful difference!
For more information about our Sponsorship Opportunities, please check HERE
If you’re interested in joining our team or have any questions, please contact president@lakotawestbands.org
Winter Guard News
Save the Date!! Winter Guard Community Show is on Monday, March 23, 8:30 – 9pm at West Freshman School!
Please check our Calendar for the Varsity & JV practice & competition 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