The Spirit of Joshua's Marching Season begins each year with summer practice. Regular summer practice begins on the first Monday in July.  Thereafter,  practice is held every Monday in July. These are not mandatory practices, but they are highly recommended.  This is a time for the band to practice stand tunes as well as some marching music.

Mandatory band practice begins in August. The band will begin working on marching as well as music this month. A schedule for these practices is usually handed out in May of the previous school year. You may also find a link to the summer band practice schedule here or on the main band page.

During any of our outside(marching) practices it is mandatory that all participants wear a hat (visor, cap, etc.), bring a water jug, wear appropriate shoes for marching, and wear appropriate clothing (to help to stay cool). It is recommended that sun block is also used. It is  also recommend that students drink plenty of water BEFORE practice even begins. The earlier students begin hydrating their body the better. It can get very hot during marching practices and we would like to avoid students becoming ill due to the heat. Students are given regular water breaks.

Once school begins,  practices usually change to Tuesdays and Thursdays. This year practice time is 5 - 8 p.m. The band will  also practice Fridays 4:30-5:30  after school (before home games).

The SOJ Band performs at all ten JHS football games and pep rallies, three to four marching contests, and in the JHS Homecoming Parade. For the first three or so games and the parade, band members wear their band t-shirt, uniform khaki shorts, and black or brown belt. Once it is cool enough, they wear their full band uniforms. Once they begin wearing their full uniform they will need to wear the following:

• Black band shirt
• Black spandex shorts
• Black marching shoes
• Black socks
• White marching gloves

For away games the following is also needed.:

• Garment bag for their uniform
• A tote bag for there Lyre, clip folder, personal items, snacks, drinks etc.