It's here. The final run of the show. We are performing our 2022 show for the final time this Tuesday. We are very excited to perform for our WDMS students. It is an exciting day.

Here are the details:

• All students will need full uniforms, all equipment and flip books.
• Students will be in full uniform and need a change of clothes for school after performance.
• All members will report directly to WDMS by 7:15am.
• WDHS students will return to WDHS by bus 10:45am.
• GCIT students will need to provide their own transportation after.

Here is this week's schedule:

Monday, 11/14 - Nothing Scheduled

Tuesday, 11/15 - WDMS Performance (am)
7:15am - Student report to WDMS
8:10am - Assembly 1
8:55am - Assembly 2
9:45am - Load
10:30am - Dismissed from WDMS

Wednesday, 11/16 - Parade Rehearsal 6p-8p

Thursday, 11/17 - WD Winterguard Interest Meeting 7p - WDHS Band Room
 - Meeting is for members and parents

Friday, 11/18 - Nothing Scheduled

We are so proud of our performance at this year's ACC's. Our members really gave their best show of the season and earned 2nd place. This has been a truly amazing season of growth and continued success for the WDMB. A lot of incredible memories have been made this year, and we want to thank everyone for coming along for the ride!

2022 SEASON SUMMARY

=> 2022 TOB, Group II, 2nd Place Finish - Atlantic Coast Championships

=> 2022 TOB, Group II, NJ State Grand Champions

• Best Music, Best Visual (tie)

=> 2022 TOB, Group II, Region I Grand Champions

• Best Music, Best Visual, Best Color Guard

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=> 6 first place finishes, 4x Grand Champion (Highest score in entire show, all groups)

=> 7th Consecutive year WDMB finished the regular season as the highest scoring band in all TOB!

• 2022 - 93.40 highest regular season score - 162 bands in TOB
• 2021 - 94.60 highest regular season score - 161 bands in TOB
• 2019 - 95.10 highest regular season score - 228 bands in TOB
• 2018 - 94.50 highest regular season score - 225 bands in TOB
• 2017 - 95.00 highest regular season score - 209 bands in TOB
• 2016 - 94.20 highest regular season score - 199 bands in TOB
• 2015 - 95.40 highest regular season score - 195 bands in TOB

=> The WDMB members and staff want to thank our families, friends and community for all of their support this season. Your cheers keep us motivated and inspire us to reach higher and higher! 2022 will be a season to remember and we couldn't be prouder of our organization.

WDMS Performance, Tuesday 11/15
This is a morning performance at WDMS. Details for this will be posted separately. This is always a highlight of our season. GCIT students have been excused to attend this event. Schedule & details will follow,

IMPORTANT!
We still have a few upcoming events before this season is complete.  While our largest focus is usually on our TOB competitions, we must now keep up our energy and attendance until the end.  Students who do not meet these final obligations will not receive any championship awards/honors.  This is not the time for students to disappear.  Every performance is important and every member is obligated to be in attendance!  

WD WInterGuard :)
The West Deptford Indoor Color Guard is a Winter/Spring activity. Interested students currently in grades 8-12 are eligible to participate. Experience is not required, but a dance background is very helpful.  
Join us for our informational meeting on November, 17 - 7pm - WDHS Band room
Signups are now open for students interested in being a part of the WD Winterguard.
​Click the button below to signup for information.

To the 2022 West Deptford Marching Band,

One of the hardest parts of growing up is believing in yourself. We are often surrounded with challenges and situations that constantly remind us that we are not good enough. I am sure that you can think of a few things that fit that description. I am here to tell you that you are worthy. You are excellent. You are the very best of what our activity requires. You are more than good enough.

This season I have seen so many amazing things. I’ve seen shy students become confident. I’ve seen students laugh and make new friends. I’ve seen students achieve new skills. I’ve seen students feel proud of their accomplishments. I’ve seen students learn how to get through a tough day. I’ve seen students work through stressful situations and performance frustrations. I’ve seen students stand tall. I’ve seen students lift each other up.  I’ve seen tired students push through the grind of long rehearsals. I’ve seen students show newly found determination and grit. I’ve seen students grow into leaders.

As we enter into our final events, you need to believe.

• Believe that you are good enough.
• Believe that you are important.
• Believe that you are capable of great accomplishments.
• Believe that you are worthy of standing with the best.
• Believe that nothing can stop you from achieving your goals.

The WDMB is a special group of amazing people. Every season is a journey of growth and discovery. Everyone discovers that they are capable of more than they thought possible. Everyone grows and contributes to our collective success. This is what I wish for you. I want you to know that you are good enough.

This weekend, you will take the field one more time. Decide now and believe that the best is yet to come.  Like the hero portraits on the field, stand tall.  Stand full of confidence and pride. Come together for each other, and let nothing diminish our collective strength.
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I believe in you, and I can’t wait to watch you perform.

Your #1 fan,
Mr. Kershaw