JOHS Band Handbook/Travel Tips

Travel Tips

Follow instructions of directors or chaperones at all times. If you don't understand, ask.
No boys in girls' rooms, no girls in boys' rooms----EVER!
No unnecessary moving around on the bus. No standing in seats or sitting on backs or arms of seats on the bus. Do as the bus driver asks when on the bus.
Each bus will have a first-aid kit on board. Ask chaperones for help.
Be quiet and cooperative during roll call on buses.
Use rest rooms on buses as little as possible. We will make regular stops, and we don't want the restrooms to smell.
You are responsible for any damage to your room.
Know who the chaperone is for your group and know his or her room number.
Make no charges to your room (movies, phones, etc.). Use pay phones or cell phones.
Take no souvenirs from your room, restaurants, or any other place of business. Remember: shoplifting and stealing are crimes!
Make no calls between rooms after lights out, unless you are calling a chaperone to report a problem.
Don't leave your room unlocked.
No alcoholic beverages, non-prescription drugs, or any controlled substances (which includes tobacco and alcohol) are to be taken, bought, or consumed during the trip. Directors should be notified in writing if you are taking any prescription drugs.
No changes buses or rooms without the directors' permission.
Leave non-essential valuables at home.
Watch your belongings. If you put something down unattended, there is an excellent chance it will not be there when you return.
Profanity is not a part of this band. Make sure your language is never offensive.
Curfews will be announced and strictly enforced.
Personal radios, cd players, and dvd players with headphones only are allowed on the bus. The volume should not be loud enough to be heard outside your head.
Behavior of students will be exemplary at all times. There is no excuse for rude, obnoxious acts.
All school rules are in effect throughout the duration of any trip.
Kindness and courtesy work miracles in almost every situation. Remember that PLEASE and THANK YOU cost you nothing and yet are highly valued, especially when received from a teenager.
There shall be no action for which an explanation is necessary. If you think someone might ask you "Why did you do that?" then don't do it.

Violations of these rules will result in disciplinary action that could include removal from the organization, confinement to your room for the duration of the trip, school suspension, and being sent home.
Detailed information sheets, showing departing and estimated arrival times, are distributed prior to any trip.