News Archive
2012
Communion Breakfast
Thank you to all those who attended this year's Communion Breakfast. We hope to see you at one of our many competitions this spring.
Happy New Year
We wish all members, parents, alumni, and friends of the Archbishop Wood Marching Unit a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
2011
Christmas Concert
Please join the concert band and choir at Archbishop Wood High School on Monday, December 19, 2011 for a concert. We hope to see you there!
November 2011 Newsletter
The November 2011 issue of the marching unit newsletter is now available. Visit the Newsletters page to read it.
Fall Musical
The performing arts department of Archbishop Wood High School will present "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" on December 2, 3, and 4. Stay tuned for additional information.
Practice, Football Game, and Competition Schedule
A practice, football game, and competition schedule are posted on the Fall 2011 Schedule page. Check back frequently for updates.
Marching Unit Preview Show
Come watch the Archbishop Wood Marching Unit perform their field show on Tuesday night, September 27, at Archbishop Wood. The performance of "Jekyll & Hyde" will begin at 8:00 p.m. on the practice parking lot.
Homecoming Football Game
The 2011 Homecoming Football Game and Senior Recognition Ceremony will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 23 at William Tennent High School. For a list of all football games that the marching unit will perform at this season, visit our Fall 2011 Schedule page.
September Newsletter
The September 2011 newsletter is now available for viewing. Visit our Newsletters page for an archive of old marching unit newsletter.
Marching Unit History
Visit the History page to learn more about the Marching Unit of the past. It contains a list of past shows, a list of honors and awards, a list of past officers, and some interesting news articles.
Band Camp, Practice, and Competition Schedule
A band camp, practice, and tentative competition schedule are now posted on the Fall 2011 Schedule page.
Town & Country Players Theater Fundraiser
Come join us for a performance of Bye Bye Birdie at the Town & Country Players Theater on Wednesday, July 20th at 8:00 p.m. to benefit the Marching Unit.
Marching Unit Registration
Marching Unit registration will take place on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Additional information and forms are located on the Registration page.
Marching Unit Open House
The Marching Unit will be hosting an Open House on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come find out more about our championship Marching Unit!
Band Camp
Mini Band Camp and Band Camp schedules are now posted on the Fall 2011 Schedule page.
Congratulations and Thank You!
Congratulations to the members of the indoor color guard and indoor percussion ensemble for a wonderful season! A special thank you goes out to all parents for their support!
Schedule Posted
The spring 2011 schedule is posted on the Schedule page. Check back frequently for updates!
Congratulations All Catholic Participants!
Congratulations to Alex Clayton, Tim Curran, and Eric Rakszawski for being named members of the All Catholic Concert Band and to Tim Curran and Eric Rakszawski for being named members of the All Catholic Jazz Band.
2010
Generations of Tournament
Congratulations to Eric Rakszawski and his father Tom for being featured in an article titled Generations of Tournament on the TOB web site. Visit the Links page for a direct link to the TOB web site.
Christmas Extravaganza Concert
At 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 19th, the band will welcome over fifteen "guests" and grade school instrumentalists to perform in our first ever side-by-side Christmas Extravaganza Concert. Please join us for a great concert and some light refreshments!
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
The performing arts department of Archbishop Wood High School presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat this weekend. View the poster to learn more.
Join Us for the Indoor Season
Please review the flyers for the 2011 Indoor Drumline and 2011 Indoor Color Guard for information regarding practices and meetings for the indoor season.
All Catholic Information
Information regarding All Catholic auditions is now available on the All Catholic 2010-2011 information sheet. A schedule is also included with concert dates and locations.
Cavalcade Championships
Come support the marching unit at Hersheypark Stadium in Hershey, PA this Saturday, November 13 for Cavalcade championships! The competition for the American conference begins at 6:30 p.m. and Archbishop Wood performs at 6:45 p.m. with awards following late in the evening.
Press Release - November 3, 2010
Congratulations to the Archbishop Wood Marching Unit, 2010 TOB Group 2A Champions! View the November 3, 2010 Press Release for details.
Schedule Posted
The fall 2010 schedule is now posted on the Schedule page. Check back frequently for updates!
Benefit Show for Marching Unit
The Town and Country Players will present a benefit performance of "Lend Me A Tenor" for the Marching Unit on Tuesday, June 29, at 8:00 p.m.
Choir Concert at Nativity
The choir at Nativity of Our Lord Church in Warminster, PA will be holding a concert on Sunday evening, May 16 at 7:00 p.m. All are invited to attend! View the flyer to see more details.
Band Banquet
The Band Banquet will take place on Friday, May 14, 2010 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at The Buck Hotel in Feasterville, PA. View the advertisement to learn more.
Wildwood Weekend Schedule
Please view the Wildwood Weekend Schedule for information on performance times for each of the indoor units.
Spring Craft Show
This year, the Archbishop Wood Marching Unit will hold its spring Craft Show on Friday, March 26. Visit the new Craft Show web site to learn more.
Schedule Posted
The spring 2010 schedule is now posted on the Schedule page. Check back frequently for updates!
Bensalem Competition
Please note that the indoor competition at Bensalem on March 6 will be held at Armstrong Middle School and not at the high school.
Home Show Canceled
The Archbishop Wood indoor percussion and color guard show has been canceled.
Archbishop Wood "Crescendo" Indoor Percussion Ensemble
Visit the Archbishop Wood "Crescendo" Indoor Percussion Ensemble page to see a practice schedule and more information about the unit.
New Alumni Photos
Visit the Photos page to view some alumni photos submitted by an Archbishop Wood Marching Unit alumnus.
General Parent Meeting
The first general parent meeting of 2010 is scheduled for Tuesday, January 19 at 6:45 p.m. in the auditorium. There are many important topics to be covered, including the indoor home show next month and Wildwood, so it is very important that at least one parent of each member come to the meeting.
Communion Breakfast
Information regarding the Communion Breakfast is now available. The Communion Breakfast will take place on Sunday, January 17.
Indoor Season - New Parent Meeting
A new parent meeting for the indoor season will be held on Tuesday, January 12 at 6:45 p.m. in the band room. This is for the parents of both indoor color guard and indoor percussion members who are new to the indoor experience, which includes families who may have participated in the outdoor season this year but are still new to the indoor season.
2009
Championship Photos
Photos are now available from the Marching Unit's championship performance in Hershey, PA on Sunday, November 15, 2009.
Willy Wonka
A Ticket Order Form for the production of Willy Wonka is now available. The show will take place from Friday, December 11 through Sunday, December 13.
2010 Indoor Color Guard
The first meeting of the 2010 Indoor Color Guard will take place on Monday, November 30 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Archbishop Wood. The guard is open to anyone interested, so just stop on by. You did not have to be in the outdoor guard to be a part of the indoor guard.
Thank You
Thank you to the members and parents of the Marching Unit for volunteering at the Craft Show on Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 21.
Congratulations!
The Marching Unit took third place in the Cavalcade American Open conference championships on Sunday, November 15 at Hersheypark Stadium in Hershey, PA.
Craft Show
Please support the Marching Unit by attending the Craft Show on Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 21.
Homecoming Photos
Photos are now available from the Marching Unit's performance at the homecoming football game on Saturday, October 31, 2009.
Thanksgiving Fundraiser
A copy of the Rillings Bakery Thanksgiving Fundraiser Order Form is now available. Please contact Carol Higgins for more information.