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GBS Band Weekly Update – 8/9/2026

Schedule This Week

Monday, Aug. 10: Freshman Orientation Performance (Soph., Jr., Sr. ONLY) 9:10-10:20am
Monday, Aug. 10: Marching Band Rehearsal, 5:45-9pm
Thursday, Aug. 13: Marching Band Rehearsal, 5:45-9pm
Saturday, Aug. 15: Fall Sports Kickoff, 8:50am-11:00am

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

Congratulations to the Marching Titans on a great week of band camp and a wonderful preview performance of the 2026 show, “It’s Alive!” You should be very proud of all the work you did and how much you accomplished this week! Thank you to all the volunteers who kept the students cool, hydrated and fed throughout the week- band camp doesn’t happen without you! We start our regular Monday and Thursday rehearsals this week!

Our sophomore, junior, and senior marchers will be performing at the freshman orientation pep rally on Monday. Please wear GBS blue and gold. 

All of our marchers will be performing this Saturday for the Fall Sports Kick-Off. Rehearsal will begin at 8:50am in the band room before heading out to the stadium. Please wear GBS blue and gold.

We’re excited to start off the school year with you! We’ll see you in class on Thursday and Friday! Please bring your instruments and a pencil with you. You will receive locker assignments on your first day of class. 

Looking forward to seeing all of you this week!

One Band, One Family!

Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

FOLLOW THE BAND ON INSTAGRAM! Search for “gbsbandprogram” and “gbs_color_guard” to see what’s happening in Band!

Payments

STILL NEED TO PAY FOR BAND CAMP MEALS?
Payment can be made via:

Venmo (See below)
Check – made out to GBSIL
Cash
*If paying by check or cash, please put in an envelope with your student’s name & drop off to Mr. Boron’s office.

NEED TO PAY BAND FEES?

New marching band members: $325
Returning marching band members: $260
Color guard members: $225
Concert band-only members: $25

PAYMENT CAN BE MADE VIA:

Venmo (See below)
Check – made out to GBSIL
Cash
*If paying by check or cash, please put in an envelope with your student’s name & drop off to Mr. Boron’s office.

Student band fees help support the band in a variety of ways: 

  • uniform pieces
  • marching band show design
  • equipment items such as the golf cart
  • truck rentals to transport instruments & equipment to competitions
  • school owned instruments
  • awards and trophies given out at the annual band banquet
  • yearly show patches
  • recruitment t-shirts given to 8th graders
  • pizza/sandwich/etc. meals throughout the year, etc. 
  • concert band music
  • post-concert refreshments
  • misc. GBSIL expenses – website, taxes, etc.

The GBSIL also maintains an Angel Fund to subsidize band fees and partial band trip costs for families in need of financial support.
Need assistance? 
Contact GBSIL Treasurer – Laura Hancko: laurahancko@gmail.com

Spirit Wear

GBS Bands’ spirit wear store is open for orders:  8/7-8/23

Expected delivery date: 9/23
Orders will be delivered to students at GBS

Click here

Sweatshirts, yard signs, car magnets, stadium chairs, hats, concert band shirts, & more!!

Volunteering

MARCHING BAND SEASON VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!

We need all families to participate – no experience necessary!! 
Please sign up to help ensure all of our upcoming events
run smoothly for all of our students.

We need volunteers to help with the following events:
Football Games
Band Competitions
Parades

Please click here to sign up!!

OTHER BAND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

We also need committee volunteers in the following areas:
Equipment & Props
Uniform Crew Volunteers
Middle School Outreach
Student Fundraising
GBS Band Auction
GBS Jazz Cafe
GBS Band Banquet

Please click here to sign up!!

All volunteers that sign up will receive a yellow volunteer shirt for FREE!
Volunteers wear yellow shirts to be easily identified by students if they need assistance. 

With every volunteer shift served during the 2026-2027 school year, one entry will be made for a prize to be awarded at the GBS Band Banquet in the spring (*a member of the winner’s family must be present to collect the prize). 

Questions?  Please contact: Rhonda Heublein – rheublein6@comcast.net

PROP CONSTRUCTION HELP NEEDED!!

Please Contact Our Equipment Crew/Prop Coordinators for more info:
Jake Kimball – jakekimball789@gmail.com, 773-793-5252
William Doherty – wdoherty3@yahoo.com, 773-798-9971

Fundraising

OBERWEIS
967 Waukegan Road
Tuesday, September 1, 10am-10pm

LOU MALNATIS
3120 Glenview Road
Tuesday, September 29, 4pm-10pm
Promo code: GPFUND26

RAISE RIGHT
Year-round Fundraising with Raise Right. You can raise funds for your band student’s yearly fees and future trips at anytime throughout the year. With back-to-school shopping, you can pay for supplies, clothing, shoes, etc. purchases with Raise Right gift cards. When traveling, open the Raise Right app to find nearby restaurants where you can earn local dining dollars.

Check out the list of brands that are available with Raise Right.
If you have any questions, reach out to Lauren Bauerschmidt at LBauerschmidt@gmail.com.

If you would like to start using Raise Right, click here to sign up.

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GBS Band Weekly Update – 4/12/2026

Schedule for the Week

Thur., April 16: Jazz Band Rehearsal: 4:30-6:30pm

Director’s Notes

Hello GBS Band Family!

We are both thrilled and saddened to share that Mr. Boron is officially on leave through the end of the school year. On Wednesday afternoon, Mr. & Mrs. Boron’s first child, Noah Seth, was born! The entire family is doing well and we wish them the best as they start this new adventure as a family of three!

We are also pleased to introduce Dr. Daniel Brame as Mr. Boron’s long-term substitute teacher through the end of the school year. Prior to his retirement, Dr. Brame served as the Director of Bands at Deerfield High School for 31 years. He is also a GBS Band Alum and is thrilled to be back working with the band program that inspired him to pursue a career in music education. Please make sure to welcome Dr. Brame back to the GBS Band Family!

As a reminder, the marching band show for next year has been announced. You can find the announcement video here and the tentative schedule for the marching band season. Thank you for your continued support of our band program, we are looking forward to a great end to the school year and a strong start to next season!

One Band, One Family!
Mr. Cody Halberstadt | Instructional Supervisor for Fine Arts | chalberstadt@glenbrook225.org

FOLLOW THE BAND ON INSTAGRAM! Search for “gbsbandprogram” and “gbs_color_guard” to see what’s happening in Band!

2026 BAND BANQUET

TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 6:00PM
The Glenview New Church|
74 Park Drive, Glenview

Join us to celebrate the 2025-2026 GBS Band Program and honor our Seniors!

All students and their parents are invited. No denim. Students will be seated together.

Dinner & Awards

Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available.

$40 per person. Class of 2026 students are free!

RSVP by April 16

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/GBS-Band-Banquet-2026

Payment: by Venmo @GBSIL-Band2023 (verification code 0463)
or via check, made out to “GBSIL”
and dropped off in the band mailbox

GBSIL Board

Proposed Slate of Candidates – GBSIL Board 2025-2026

Below is the proposed slate of candidates for the GBSIL Board for 2026-2027.  This slate will be voted on at the band banquet on 4/28.

President – Rhonda Heublein
Secretary – Elizabeth Wirtz
Treasurer – Laura Hancko
Alumni Parents Reps – Melissa Read, Mina Leon-Gleason
Band Banquet – Amy Doherty
Chaperone Team – Svetlana Lovric, Laura Coleman
Color Guard Liaison – Tammy Stender
Equipment Crew – William Doherty, Jake Kimball
Fundraising-Students – Lauren Bauerschmidt
Fundraising-Auction – Tim Heublein
Fundraising-Restaurants – Val Montague
Hospitality Team – Kristen Larkin, Ghizala Husain, Jill Wachter
Middle School Liaison – Kim Wiersma, Alyson Novesky
Uniform Crew – Lisa Milner, Amy Hintzman, Allison Hoppe
Webmaster – Amy Doherty

Photos

Do you have band photos from the past year? 

We are putting together a slide show that will be played at this year’s banquet. If you have photos to share, please add them to the
Google Photos link here.

Thank you!!

Upcoming Events

PLEASE SAVE THE DATE!!
MORE DETAILS TO COME!

Thursday, 5/7 – Spring Band Concert – 7pm – GBS Auditorium
Monday, 5/18 – Jazz Night – 7pm – GBS Lyceum
Monday, 5/25 – Memorial Day parade – 10am

Student Fundraising

Year-round Fundraising with Raise Right. You can raise funds for your band student’s yearly fees and future trips at anytime throughout the year. With spring break coming up, you can pay for hotels and AirBnB with Raise Right gift cards. When traveling, open the Raise Right app to find nearby restaurants where you can earn local dining dollars.
Check out the list of brands that are available with Raise Right.
If you have any questions, reach out to Lauren Bauerschmidt at LBauerschmidt@gmail.com.

If you would like to start using Raise Right, click here to sign up.

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GBS Band Weekly Update – 4/5/2026

Schedule for the Week

Tue. Apr. 7: Goode and Fresh Fundraiser, 10am-8pm (see details below)
Thur. Apr. 9: Jazz Band Rehearsal: 4:30-6:30pm

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

I hope you are enjoying your long weekend! This Friday, all students enrolled in a marching band class will be called out of blocks 3 and 4 for the Spring Sports and Spirit Assembly! Eat lunch during 3A, then come to the band room at the start of 3B. Please remember to wear GBS Blue & Gold. If you need a new pep band packet, please email as soon as possible!

The 2026 marching band show has been announced! You can find the announcement video here. We’re looking forward to an amazing season! You can find the tentative season schedule here.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions!

One Band, One Family!

Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

FOLLOW THE BAND ON INSTAGRAM! Search for “gbsbandprogram” and “gbs_color_guard” to see what’s happening in Band!

Annual Band Banquet

2026 BAND BANQUET
TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 6:00PM

The Glenview New Church
74 Park Drive, Glenview

Join us to celebrate the 2025-2026 GBS Band Program and honor our Seniors!

Dinner & Awards

All students and their parents are invited. No denim. Students will be seated together.

Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available.
$40 per person. Class of 2026 students are free!

RSVP by April 16

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/GBS-Band-Banquet-2026

Payment: by Venmo @GBSIL-Band2023 (verification code 0463)
or via check, made out to “GBSIL”
and dropped off in the band mailbox

Band Photos

Do you have band photos from the past year? 

We are putting together a slide show that will be played at this year’s banquet. 

If you have photos to share, please add them to the
Google Photos link here.

Thank you!!

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, 4/28 – Band Banquet – 6pm – Glenview New Church
Thursday, 5/7 – Spring Band Concert – 7pm – GBS Auditorium
Monday, 5/18 – Jazz Night – 7pm – GBS Lyceum
Monday, 5/25 – Memorial Day parade – 10am

Restaurant Fundraiser

Goode & Fresh Pizza Bakery
Date: Tuesday, April 7
Time: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
(Delivery ends 30 minutes before closing)
1336 Waukegan Road, Glenview
(847) 724-0520

Support GBSIL while enjoying take-out or delivery.

How to participate: Pick up your order or have it delivered. Mention GBSIL when ordering. If ordering online, include GBSIL in the comments.

15% of proceeds will be donated to the GBS Instrumental League!​Thank you for your support—we look forward to raising some dough for GBSIL! Please note, other discounts and coupons cannot be combined with this fundraiser.

Individual Fundraising

Year-round Fundraising with Raise Right. You can raise funds for your band student’s yearly fees and future trips at anytime throughout the year. With spring break coming up, you can pay for hotels and AirBnB with Raise Right gift cards. When traveling, open the Raise Right app to find nearby restaurants where you can earn local dining dollars.

Check out the list of brands that are available with Raise Right.
If you have any questions, reach out to Lauren Bauerschmidt at LBauerschmidt@gmail.com.

If you would like to start using Raise Right, click here to sign up.

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GBS Band Weekly Update – 3/8/2026

Schedule for the Week

Thur. Mar. 12: Dengeo’s Fundraiser, 10am-10pm  (see details below)
Thur. Mar. 12: Jazz Band Rehearsal, 4:30-6:30pm
Fri. Mar. 13: Band V-Show, 3:30-5pm

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

Congratulations to everyone in the band program on a wonderful concert this week! You played so well, and you should be very proud of yourselves and all the hard work you have done! Additionally, congratulations to everyone who participated in the Glenbrook Festival of Music!

Jazz Band continues this week on Thursday! Even if you were not in jazz during first semester, you are welcome to join us for this concert cycle!

The 2026 marching band show has been announced! You can find the announcement video here. We’re looking forward to an amazing season!

Please feel free to contact me with any questions!

One Band, One Family!

Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

FOLLOW THE BAND ON INSTAGRAM! Search for “gbsbandprogram” and “gbs_color_guard” to see what’s happening in Band!

Trivia Night

This fun event is back again this year!! 

All current families, alumni parents & students 21+, friends & family are invited to join us for a fun night of trivia to benefit the GBS Band Program. 

Please click here to sign up or use the QR code below.

Screenshot

Upcoming Events

PLEASE SAVE THE DATE!!
MORE DETAILS TO COME!

Tuesday, 4/28 – Band Banquet – 6pm – Glenview New Church
Thursday, 5/7 – Spring Band Concert – 7pm – GBS Auditorium
Monday, 5/18 – Jazz Night – 7pm – GBS Lyceum
Monday, 5/25 – Memorial Day parade – 10am

Restaurant Fundraisers

Dengeos
Date: Thursday, March 12
Time: 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
2131 Willow Road, Glenview
847-834-0411

Dine In or Carry Out Only
Mention GBSIL when ordering
20% of sales will be donated back to GBSIL

Goode & Fresh Pizza Bakery
Date: Tuesday, April 7
Time: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
(Delivery ends 30 minutes before closing)
1336 Waukegan Road, Glenview
(847) 724-0520

Support GBSIL while enjoying take-out or delivery.

How to participate: Pick up your order or have it delivered. Mention GBSIL when ordering. If ordering online, include GBSIL in the comments.

15% of proceeds will be donated to the GBS Instrumental League!​Thank you for your support—we look forward to raising some dough for GBSIL! Please note, other discounts and coupons cannot be combined with this fundraiser.

Individual Fundraising

Raise Right fundraising continues to go well! Nineteen families are currently participating, and they have earned an average of $147 that can be used for band fees or upcoming band trips. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to Lauren Bauerschmidt at LBauerschmidt@gmail.com.If you would like to start using Raise Right, click here to sign up.

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GBS Band Weekly Update – 3/1/2026

Schedule for the Week

Mon. Mar. 2: Symphonic Band Rehearsal, 3:25-4pm
Thur. Mar. 5: March Band Concert, 7pm (Student start times below)

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

The March Band Concert is this Thursday! There will be a short combined Symphonic Band rehearsal this Monday, March 2nd from 3:25pm until 4:00pm. Students need to be on stage, ready to play on Thursday at the following times:

Wind Ensemble – 5:00pm
Symphonic Band – 5:40pm
Titan Band – 6:10pm

Thank you to all the students who came to Jazz Band this week! We will continue with regular jazz rehearsal next Thursday, 4:30-6:30pm!

The 2026 marching band show has been announced! You can find the announcement video here. We’re looking forward to an amazing season!

Please feel free to contact me with any questions!

One Band, One Family!

Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

FOLLOW THE BAND ON INSTAGRAM! Search for “gbsbandprogram” and “gbs_color_guard” to see what’s happening in Band!

Trivia Night

This fun event is back again this year!! 

All current families, alumni parents & students 21+, friends & family are invited to join us for a fun night of trivia to benefit the GBS Band Program. 

Please click here to sign up or use the QR code below.

Screenshot

Restaurant Fundraisers

Dengeos
Date: Thursday, March 12
Time: 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
2131 Willow Road, Glenview
847-834-0411

Dine In or Carry Out Only
Mention GBSIL when ordering
20% of sales will be donated back to GBSIL

Goode & Fresh Pizza Bakery
Date: Tuesday, April 7
Time: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
(Delivery ends 30 minutes before closing)
1336 Waukegan Road, Glenview
(847) 724-0520

Support GBSIL while enjoying take-out or delivery.

How to participate: Pick up your order or have it delivered. Mention GBSIL when ordering. If ordering online, include GBSIL in the comments.

15% of proceeds will be donated to the GBS Instrumental League!​Thank you for your support—we look forward to raising some dough for GBSIL! Please note, other discounts and coupons cannot be combined with this fundraiser.

Individual Fundraising

Raise Right fundraising continues to go well! Nineteen families are currently participating, and they have earned an average of $147 that can be used for band fees or upcoming band trips. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to Lauren Bauerschmidt at LBauerschmidt@gmail.com.If you would like to start using Raise Right, click here to sign up.

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GBS Band Weekly Update – 2/1/2026

Schedule for the Week

Mon. Feb. 2-Wed. Feb. 4: V-Show Pit Rehearsal, 3:30-5pm
Thur. Feb 5: V-Show Sitzprobe, 3:30-5pm
Fri. Feb 6: V-Show Sitzprobe and pit move-in, 3:30pm

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

Thank you to everyone who came out to the Jazz Cafe on Tuesday! We greatly appreciate your support! A special thanks goes to all the volunteers who made it all happen!

Congratulations to David Cha and Sophia Lim, who participated in the ILMEA All-State Festival this weekend! Both David and Sophia participated in the ILMEA Honors Band, under the direction of Jason Fettig, who is the Director of Bands at the University of Michigan and previously served as the conductor of the Marine Band. 

We announced the marching band show this week! You can find the announcement video here. 

V-Show Pit is in full swing! The full pit schedule can be found here. 

Please feel free to contact me with any questions!

One Band, One Family!

Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

FOLLOW THE BAND ON INSTAGRAM! Search for “gbsbandprogram” and “gbs_color_guard” to see what’s happening in Band!

Variety Show Tickets Are Now on Sale! 

Show dates/times:
W 2/18 – 7pm
Th 2/19 – 7pm
F 2/20 – 7pm
Sat 2/21 – 2pm & 7pm

Click here to purchase tickets!

Fundraising

Raise Right fundraising continues to go well! Nineteen families are currently participating, and they have earned an average of $147 that can be used for band fees or upcoming band trips. 

If you have any questions please reach out to Lauren Bauerschmidt at LBauerschmidt@gmail.com. If you would like to start using Raise Right, click here to sign up.


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GBS Band Weekly Update – 12/7/2025

Schedule for the Week

Monday, Dec. 8: Wind Ensemble rehearsal with Glenview Concert Band, 7:30-8pm
Tuesday, Dec. 9: Pep Band, 5:30pm call time, 6:30pm game
Tuesday, Dec. 9: Oberweis Dine-In Fundraiser, 10am-10pm (967 Waukegan Road)
Thursday, Dec. 11: Jazz Band Rehearsal, 4:30-6:30
Sunday, Dec. 14: Winter Band Concert, 3:00pm (call times below)

Upcoming Events

Monday, Dec. 15: Band Holiday Gathering, 3:30-5:30pm

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

Join the band next Sunday, for our winter concert! All curricular bands will be performing, and there will be a special performance from the Glenview Concert Band! Students need to be on stage at the following times (Titan Band must be on stage in concert attire; Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble will have time to change after their sound check):

Wind Ensemble: 1:00pm
Symphonic Band: 1:40pm
Titan Band: 2:10pm

The day after the concert, the Band Student Council will be hosting a holiday gathering in the band room! All band students are invited! More details to come!

Pep Band season is here! You can find the full schedule here. Please note that dates and times are subject to change. If there are any changes, they will be announced via Google Classroom and Eblast.

The Nashville trip is coming up soon! There will be a mandatory trip meeting on Monday, January 12th, at 5:45pm in the West Cafeteria. The Nashville Trip Band will be rehearsing in January. Students can check google classroom for rehearsal dates and times.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions!

One Band, One Family!

Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

FOLLOW THE BAND ON INSTAGRAM! Search for “gbsbandprogram” and “gbs_color_guard” to see what’s happening in Band!

Jazz Cafe

Upcoming Event: Jazz Cafe on January 27th!

All band students and families are invited to our largest fundraiser of the year, Jazz Cafe Night. We would love 100% participation from all band families. How can you help?

  • Consider a tax-deductible year-end gift to GBSIL. 
  • Check to see if your company matches gifts.
  • Donate items or experiences for our silent auction.
  • Volunteer! We are seeking an underclassman parent to help co-chair this event.

Contact Erin Newman (erinwnewman@gmail.com) for more information.

Student Fundraising

Raise Right fundraising continues to go well! Nineteen families are currently participating, and they have earned an average of $147 that can be used for band fees or the upcoming band trip. 

If you have any questions please reach out to Lauren Bauerschmidt at LBauerschmidt@gmail.com.
If you would like to start using Raise Right, click here to sign up.

Restaurant Fundraiser

Eat Well, Do Good! 🍴 Make a positive impact by joining us at
Oberweis (967 Waukegan Road)
on Tuesday, December 9th between 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM. 
Dine-in only; no delivery or take-out orders.

Indulge in mouthwatering delights while supporting Glenbrook South Instrumental League as 20% of your orders will be contributed.
RSVP now and help us make a difference!

Find all the event details here: https://grouprai.se/s316206 🌟
#groupraise #glenbrooksouthinstrumentalleague #oberweis #fundraiser #nan

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GBS Band Weekly Update – 11/30/2025

Schedule for the Week

Monday, Dec. 1: First Pep Band Game, 5:30pm call time, 6:30pm game
Thursday, Dec. 4: Jazz Band Rehearsal, 4:30-6:30pm
Friday, Dec. 5: Pep Band, 6pm call time, 7pm game

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, Dec. 9: Pep Band, 5:30pm call time, 6:30pm game
Sunday, Dec. 14: Winter Band Concert, 3:00pm

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

I hope you had a wonderful break! Thank you for your flexibility with the cancellation of yesterday’s parade- hopefully you stayed warm!

Pep Band season is here with the first game being Monday! You can find the full schedule here. Please note that dates and times are subject to change. If there are any changes, they will be announced via Google Classroom and Eblast.

The Nashville trip is coming up soon! There will be a mandatory trip meeting on Monday, January 12th, at 5:45pm in the West Cafeteria. The Nashville Trip Band will be rehearsing in January. Students can check google classroom for rehearsal dates and times.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions!

One Band, One Family!

Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

FOLLOW THE BAND ON INSTAGRAM! Search for “gbsbandprogram” and “gbs_color_guard” to see what’s happening in Band!

SPIRIT WEAR STORE

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE STORE

The store is scheduled to close on Sunday, December 7th at 11:59 pm.

Orders will arrive to the band room the week before winter break & will be given to students.  Want to surprise your student?  Contact Brian Boron (bboron@glenbrook225.org) to make other pickup arrangements.

Jazz Cafe

Upcoming Event: Jazz Cafe on January 27th!

All band students and families are invited to our largest fundraiser of the year, Jazz Cafe Night. We would love 100% participation from all band families. How can you help?

  • Consider a tax-deductible year-end gift to GBSIL. 
  • Check to see if your company matches gifts.
  • Donate items or experiences for our silent auction.
  • Volunteer! We are seeking an underclassman parent to help co-chair this event.

Contact Erin Newman (erinwnewman@gmail.com) for more information.

Restaurant Fundraiser

Eat Well, Do Good! 🍴 Make a positive impact by joining us at
Oberweis (967 Waukegan Road)
on Tuesday, December 9th
between 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM. 
Dine in only – no delivery or take-out orders.

Indulge in mouthwatering delights while supporting Glenbrook South Instrumental League as 20% of your orders will be contributed.
RSVP now and help us make a difference!
Find all the event details here: https://grouprai.se/s316206 🌟
#groupraise #glenbrooksouthinstrumentalleague #oberweis #fundraiser #nan

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GBS Band Weekly Update – 11/16/2025

Schedule for the Week

Thursday, Nov. 20th: CBS News School Spotlight, Marching Band Only, 5:30am
Thursday, Nov. 20th: Jazz Band Rehearsal, 4:30-6:30pm
Sunday, Nov. 23: Glenbrook Symphony Orchestra Concert, 3:30pm

Upcoming Events

Monday, Nov. 24: V-Show Act Audition Workshop, 3:30pm
Saturday, Nov. 29: Glenview Holiday Parade, 3pm rehearsal, 4pm parade

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

Congratulations to the Wind Ensemble on an incredible first performance of the year! They were joined by the bands from Field, Springman, and Attea, who also had wonderful performances!

This Thursday, CBS News is doing a school spotlight on Glenbrook South! The Marching Band has been asked to be a part of it. The start time in the Titan Dome is 5:30am, so please arrive with enough time to get your instruments. The only “uniform” piece you need is the shirt that you will receive during your PE class next week. 

Unfortunately, the football team’s playoff run is over. Thank you to everyone for a great marching band season! The next performance for the marching band will be the Saturday after Thanksgiving at the Glenview Holiday Parade in Downtown Glenview!

Please feel free to contact me with any questions!

One Band, One Family!

Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

FOLLOW THE BAND ON INSTAGRAM! Search for “gbsbandprogram” and “gbs_color_guard” to see what’s happening in Band!

Chaperones Needed

Glenview Holiday in the Park & Parade
Saturday, 11/29 – 4:00 p.m. parade start 
(Chaperone Call Time: 3:00 p.m.)

Click here to sign up!

Jazz Cafe on January 27th!

All band students and families are invited to our largest fundraiser of the year, Jazz Cafe Night. We would love 100% participation from all band families. How can you help?

  • Consider a tax-deductible year-end gift to GBSIL. 
  • Check to see if your company matches gifts.
  • Donate items or experiences for our silent auction.
  • Volunteer! We are seeking an underclassman parent to help co-chair this event.

Contact Erin Newman (erinwnewman@gmail.com) for more information.

A note from our Treasurer…..

If your band student has not paid for their black concert shirt, please do so by check made out to GBSIL, cash with your student’s name attached to it, or Venmo @GBSIL-Band2023.

Fundraisers

Mrs. Fields Cookies and Cheesecakes 

Whether or not you are traveling with us to Nashville, it’s never too late to build up your fundraising account! As a reminder, the money raised can be passed down between siblings and between choir, band, and GSO. This fundraiser includes Mrs. Fields Cookies, Cheesecake Factory cheesecakes, Cinnaroll, and other holiday favorites!

Fundraising Dates: Nov. 3 – Nov.17
Delivery Date: Week of Dec. 15th
Profit Margin: Between 25-40% profit margin based on total items sold

There are two ways to participate in the fundraiser:

Paper orders: cash/checks submitted with hard copy order form.  There are some packets in the band room or contact Mr. Kaplan for the form.  Checks made payable to GSO Parents Association

Online Orders: click here to start. Click the Menu Bar to set up your own portal and then share with your contacts!
We hope you take advantage of this great opportunity in time for the winter break holidays!

Raise Right

Raise Right fundraising continues to go well! Nineteen families are currently participating, and they have earned an average of $147 that can be used for band fees or the upcoming band trip. 

*** If you plan to use your funds for the band trip, all gift card purchases must be completed by Nov 30th ***

If you have any questions please reach out to Lauren Bauerschmidt at LBauerschmidt@gmail.com.
If you would like to start using Raise Right, click here to sign up.

Restaurant Fundraisers

Eat Well, Do Good! 🍴 Make a positive impact by joining us at

Oberweis (967 Waukegan Road)
Tuesday, December 9th between 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM. 

Dine in only – no delivery or take-out orders.

Indulge in mouthwatering delights while supporting Glenbrook South Instrumental League as 20% of your orders will be contributed.
RSVP now and help us make a difference!


Find all the event details here: https://grouprai.se/s316206 🌟
#groupraise #glenbrooksouthinstrumentalleague #oberweis #fundraiser #nan

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GBS Band Weekly Update 5/25/2025

Schedule for the Week

Monday, May 26: Memorial Day Parade, 10am in Downtown Glenview
Tuesday, May 27: Band Banquet, 6pm at Hackney’s On Lake
Thursday, May 29: Dengeo’s Fundraiser, 4:00-10:00pm

Upcoming Events

Friday, June 6: Drumline at Retiree Parade at GBS, 8am

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

THANK YOU SENIORS! As you go on to your next big adventures, please know that your band family wishes you nothing but the very best!

Congratulations to the Jazz Band on a wonderful Jazz Night! Way to close out the jazz season with excitement and enthusiasm!

We have a logo for “The Grand Illusion!” (see below) Thank you to everyone who submitted logos! 

The marching band will be performing at the Glenview Memorial Day Parade this Monday, May 26th! The parade will begin at 10am. Click the link for the itinerary for the band.

Marching Band season will be here soon! Please click here to view it. If there are any changes, they will be communicated via eblast and google classroom as soon as possible. 

Please feel free to contact me with any questions!

One Band, One Family!

Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

FOLLOW THE BAND ON INSTAGRAM! Search for “gbsbandprogram” and “gbs_color_guard” to see what’s happening in Band!

GBSIL Board

Proposed Slate of Candidates – GBSIL Board 2025-2026

Below is the proposed slate of candidates for the GBSIL Board for 2025-2026.  This slate will be voted on at the band banquet on 5/27.

President – Beth Parker
Secretary – Rhonda Heublein
Treasurer – Laura Hancko
Alumni Parents Reps – Amy Downey, Marg Plante
Band Banquet – Melissa Read
Chaperone Team – Mina Gleason, Svetlana Lovric
Color Guard Liaison – Tammy Stender
Equipment Crew – William Doherty, Chris Gange
Fundraising – Erin Newman, Lauren Bauerschmidt
Fundraising-Restaurants – Val Montague
Hospitality Team – Kristen Larkin, Ghizala Husain
Middle School Liaison – Kim Wiersma
Uniform Crew – Lisa Milner, Amy Hintzman, Kim Wiersma
Webmaster – Amy Doherty

Fundraising

In the last three months, 9 band families have signed up for Raise Right to earn a combined total of $900 for student band fees and the band program. When you raise money for your student, you also help the band program pay the fees for the marching band show (>$8500) and purchase instruments for students to use. Gift cards can be used for everyday items like groceries, gas and pet food, or year-end thank you cards for teachers and coaches. Thanks to those who are taking advantage of the program. If you are interested in signing up, please click the link here. If you have any questions, reach out to Lauren Bauerschmidt at GBSBandFundraising@gmail.com. 

Next Year

Tentative Marching Band Schedule – 2025-2026 Season
Please click here