District 196 Community Education

Get ready for an exciting and energetic band experience, just like the fun before- and after-school bands from 5th grade! Dive into playing fun and engaging music, enhance your large ensemble skills, and build connections with future teachers and classmates. We're thrilled to be offering two separate bands this year, and we’re planning to evenly divide the students into two groups, ensuring each one has a balanced mix of instruments. You'll find out whether your child is assigned to the 9:00-10:00 AM band or the 10:15-11:15 AM band by July 15th. If one time slot works better for your schedule, don’t worry – you can easily indicate your preference during registration. We can’t wait for the music and memories to begin! Grade is based on the fall of 2025.

Get ready for an exciting week of music-making and fun with friends! Whether you’re back to pick up your instrument or just looking to reconnect with friends before school starts, this is the perfect opportunity! We’ll be playing a fantastic mix of popular hits, movie anthems, and iconic TV tunes. Don't miss out on the musical magic—let’s make some memories together! Register for your Fall 2025 grade.