JOHS Band Handbook/Student Leaders

Band Council

    The Band Council is a group of leaders who work with the directors in an advisory capacity.  The students will also be called on for special presentations to accept awards, have pictures taken with political representatives, etc., on behalf of the band.  The Band Council is made up of President, Vice-President, Secretary Treasurer, Historian, Drum Majors, and two representatives from each class.  Band Council elections are held at the beginning of the school year.  To be eligible for an office, candidates must be full participants in the band program, exemplary in attitude, loyalty, dedication, and willing to give of their personal time for the betterment of the John Overton Band.  One the primary assignments of all officers will be the band's morale.

Section Leader/Guard Commanding Officer/Drum Line Captain

    These leaders are selected by directors and staff on the basis of musical/marching ability, service, dedication, loyalty, and leadership qualities.  They must have completed the Leadership Training Workshop.  The number of section leaders for each section may vary from section to section and year to year.

    All student leaders will carry out the policies of the band, band directors, school, and school administrators to the best of their abilities.  Any time you question or disagree with specific instructions from a student leader, please avoid confrontation and discuss the problem with the directors at your earliest convenience.  Student leaders do not handle money or fundraising merchandise for any other student and cannot be held responsible.  Student leaders cannot give your permission to miss a rehearsal or performance, be tardy, or leave early.  Student leaders should be positive and work for the best interest of the John Overton Band at all times.