UNIFORM INFORMATION

THE 4S’s and MARCHING BAND UNIFORMS 

Uniforms

4S’s – Band Shirt, Shorts, Socks, and Shoes 

  • 4S's are used as an informal uniform and are worn under the Marching Band Uniform.
  • Students should wear 4S's to all evening rehearsals, performances, competitions, and football games (unless otherwise stated). 
  • These items are not included in the registration fee and can be purchased through Bandstanders Membership Toolkit (MTK) at beginning of season. 
  • The following 4S items are required, but may be reused each year if in good condition: 
    • 4S Band Shirt = One required (two recommended)
    • 4S Band Shorts = One required (two recommended)
    • 4S Band Socks = One pair required (multiple recommended)
    • 4S Band Shoes (Dinkles) = One pair required (Uniform Team will size your student)

Marching Band Uniforms

  • During Marching Band Days, band members will be properly fitted for the uniforms.   
  • Both Uniforms (Marching & Show/Costume) and accessories (shako, plume, gloves) are provided and will be stored at the school.  
  • If your student comes home with a piece of their uniform, it needs to be returned ASAP.
  • Only 4S items come home with the student. 

FOR ALL PERFORMANCES, COMPETITIONS, AND FOOTBALL GAMES (UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED), STUDENTS MUST: 

  • Arrive to events in their 4S’s
    • Marching Band: Shorts, Shirt, Band Socks, and Shoes/Dinkles
    • Color Guard: Band shirt, body tights, black leggings/shorts, tall black socks 
  • No fingernail polish of any kind – exception will be for Homecoming.
  • No jewelry (except medical alert).  Earrings that cannot be removed will be covered with band-aids.  Any piercings or jewelry that are visible and can be removed, should be removed.
  • Arrive at call time with hair performance ready. 
  • Students will not get their uniform unless they are fully prepped!
  • **Please keep in mind that we are scored based on our appearance as well as our music and visuals at competitions!

 

Marching band students will be wearing Shakos for the 2025 Season.   

  • Front Ensemble does not wear shakos. Please check with section leaders/directors for instructions on hair.
  • Color Guard: Specific instructions regarding hair, makeup, and uniforms for performances will come from Mr. Hutson and section leaders.

 

Going forward these are the expectations for show hair (does not include Color Guard or Front Ensemble):

  • Hair should be DONE when student arrives to school.  Hair should be performance ready at call time.  
  • Hair must off the collar.  Hair should not touch the collar of the jacket.  
  • Hair should be sleek and tight.  Bangs should not be visible.  Hair should be smooth and tight around the ears and back of head. Use gel and bobby pins to get a smooth look. 
  • Hair should be SECURE and stay in place with or without the shako.  Hairspray, gel, and bobby pins should be used to secure the style so that shakos can be put on and off repeatedly without disturbing the hairstyle. 
  • Students should provide their own supplies for hair styling, including hair ties, bobby pins, hair pins, hair nets, and other supplies depending on the styling their individual hair requires.  They should not require hair pins or other supplies except in instances of touch ups.
  • Students who do not wish to have hair styled should consider a haircut that eliminates the need for hair styling.

Suggested Hair Styles: 

  • Long Hair: Bun on top of the head. 
  • Medium Length Hair: Bun. French braids tucked in and pinned at bottom. Series of ponytails that move up the head.
  • Short Hair: Smoothed and gelled as necessary. 

 What does this mean for our families and students?  

  •  We encourage you to watch this video by the Wasatch High School Bands program in Heber City, Utah for hair styling how-tos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNmN9dfv080
  • Students and families need to learn to do their own hair.  Please practice at home.
  • Families may need to shop for some supplies and create a “hair kit” for your student to keep with their show day supplies.
  • Most of the students will require some kind of hairstyling. Practice makes perfect! 

 

Maintaining a high standard for appearance on show days will continue to instill the disciple and pride that our band program strives for.  Clean, cohesive, and uniform appearance is an expectation, and reflects well on everyone.  

 "Excellence is in the details.” - Perry Sexton