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KML Bus Information for June 6 and June 16

5/23/2023

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Tuesday, June 6
Arrive at KML at 11:40am for an 11:50am departure (Rehearsal begins at 2 PM)

We will make one stop at the Kwik Trip AROUND 12:35 PM in Fond du Lac: 980 S Hickory St, Fond du Lac, WI 54935 

There will not be a return bus trip on Saturday following the Appleton Flag Day Parade. Parents should make arrangements to pick up their children/arrange carpools back home after Flag Day Parade and cleanup.

Friday, June 16
Arrive at KML at 7:40am for a 7:50am departure (Rehearsal begins at 10AM)
Stop at Fond du Lac Kwik Trip AROUND 8:35am to pick up people.

There will not be a return bus trip on Sunday following the Chilton Father's Day Parade. Parents should make arrangements to pick up their children/arrange carpools back home after the Parade and cleanup.
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LVW Summer Camp and First Parades Information

5/15/2023

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We are SO CLOSE to the beginning of the 2023 Summer Season!  I think I can safely say that we are SUPER EXCITED about getting back together again, and doing the things we love with the people we love!  LVW will once again be marching in parades with the Cross of Christ foremost on our minds and firmly fixed to our uniforms, as we strive to do all things to His glory!

First - a word about our uniforms.  As you know, we will be wearing brand new uniforms this summer!  We purchased 100 uniforms, which we thought would be plenty to carry us into the near future.  We are good to go for this summer!  For one reason, most of the members for this summer were measured for a new uniform back in January.  We have added members since then, but with the additional uniforms we will have enough to fit everyone.  For how long?  That's a good question!  As of today, we have 83 members in LVW!  That is up from 49 in 2021, and 77 in 2022.  There are still a few possible new members for this coming summer.  When we put the band on the street this summer, with the added banner/detail section, we will have approximately 90 students Letting their Light Shine!  How awesome is that?!?!?!?  Will this growth continue and we will need to purchase more uniforms for 2024?  We hope so!

This post contains LOTS of information!  Please take the time to read through EVERYTHING, as there are important details for both MEMBERS and PARENTS - so make sure members and parents read through this.  It would be a great idea to sit down and do this together, so that nothing is left to chance or missed.

Check Back to this Site OFTEN!
This website is the main method of communication for LVW.  Important updates, such as weekly itineraries, travel information, and weekend-specific information will always be posted on the "Director's Updates" page.  We will also send periodic notifications via email and Facebook (this is LVW's general Facebook page), but those messages will almost always direct you to this page. Important links will also be posted to the LVW Homepage, but again, those links will usually direct you here.

Volunteering for LVW - A Great Opportunity to Let Your Light Shine!
We are again be using "SignUp.com" to indicate when, where, and how you would like to assist.  For more information about Volunteering, go to our VOLUNTEER INFO.  MANY spots are still open!  We are especially in need of helpers for the kitchen during Camp #1 week, and lots of other tasks throughout the summer.

Updated June and July Calendar
A Google Calendar for LVW 2023 events has been posted to our "Schedule" page.  You can click on individual events for more detailed information, including times, locations, and maps!  This will be added to and updated as more information becomes available.

Important Band Camp Information:
Dates: Tuesday, June 6  – Saturday, June 10 
Beginning time: 2:00 PM on Tuesday (arrive by 1:30) 
Place: All camp activities will take place at FVL in Appleton, with a parade in  Brillion (Friday) and Appleton (Saturday).

Camp Transportation
We will be running a bus from KML to Appleton, with planned stops along HWY 41 (possibly the Allenton Park and Ride) and in Fond du Lac at the Hickory Street Kwik Trip.  More details will follow as soon as plans are finalized.  This bus is provided for WLHS, KML, LPS, and WLA students and staff.


Housing during Camp #1, Camp #2, and Camp #3
All LVW Members will be staying overnight at FVL during the first three camps of the season.  
 
LVW Staff and Members should bring a bag Supper for Tuesday, June 6.
All other meals along with all beverages will be provided during camp. Please bring something healthy, such as a sandwich, fresh fruit/vegetables in addition to chips/dessert items. LVW will provide beverages for the meal.

The best liquids to drink at rehearsals are products such as Gatorade, PowerAde, lemonade and other fruit juices, or plain cold water. Please do not bring POP (soda) to drink on rehearsal days for your lunch.

LVW Code of Conduct Form and Payments:
The LVW Code of Conduct was completed at registration.  Please make sure that you are up to date with any payments.

Camp schedule:
Tuesday, June 6 2:00 - 9:00 PM
Wednesday,June 7 - 8:30 AM until 9:00 PM
Thursday,June 8 - 8:30 AM until 9:00 PM
Friday,June 9 - 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM;  Brillion Electric Parade begins at 8:30 PM  (This is a NEW time from previous years)
Saturday, June 10 - 8:30  - 11:00 AM
Appleton Flag Day Parade 2:00 PM - LVW's spot in the parade is #61 out of approximately100 units in the parade.  

LVW members will be dismissed from FVL following the parade.  (PLEASE NOTE - there is a possibility for a cookout for all members and their families following this parade.  We will update you when information becomes available.)  We will be changing out of uniform and making sure the school is clean and in order before departure.  The expected time of departure will be approximately 5:00 - 5:30 PM on Saturday, June 10.

PLEASE NOTE - since almost all of the LVW parents attend the Appleton Flag Day Parade, we are not planning on a return bus that day.  Your school director can help to arrange for rides home for students whose parents are not able to pick them up at FVL following the parade.  Please plan accordingly.

First Performances of the Year: 
Our first performance of the 2023 season is Friday, June 9.  We will be marching in the Brillion Electric Parade. The parade will begin at 8:30 PM. A few words of caution for this parade: bring mosquito repellent, rain slickers and umbrellas (if past years are any indication of what we can expect)! The parade travels right down the middle of town on Main Street (South end and travels North) through the business district. As of this writing, LVW’s position in the parade is not known.

​Then on Saturday, June10, LVW will appear in the 72nd Annual Appleton Flag Day Parade, the “largest and oldest Flag Day Parade in the United States.” This parade begins at 2:00 PM. The route begins at the corner of Wisconsin Avenue and Oneida Street, travels west on Wisconsin to State Street where it turns south. It continues on State Street to College Avenue, where it travels east to Drew Street where the parade ends. There will be a reviewing stand where many, MANY LVW parents and fans like to congregate. The stand is in the block just before the end of the parade at 321 E College Avenue. Much more information can be found at APPLETON FLAG DAY PARADE.  The website MAY be updated with a map of the parade route.  A complete Parade Line Up may also be available in the near future by clicking the link.  They also have a Facebook Page.

WFRV TV 5 will videotape the Parade for rebroadcast on WFRV TV 5.  At the time of this writing it has not been announced when the parade will be broadcast (live and/or tape-delay).

What to bring with you to band camp:
LVW members should pack clothing for five days of rehearsal and performance.  Please remember your personal uniform items, which include the black shoes/socks, gloves, and t-shirts.  PLEASE NOTE – gloves and the special Uniform Compression Shirt will be handed out at Camp. There is a more detailed packing list for band camp following so you can make sure you have all of the necessary items.

Shoes and Shirt sizes were recorded when you registered for LVW.  The shoes and shirts will be ready to hand out at camp.  Returning members - please don't forget your shoes if you did not order new ones!

If you have not yet purchased shoes, shirts, or the color guard personal items for 2023, please go to our JOIN page and click on the LVW Store links.  There are three separate buttons for Shoes, Shirts, and Guard items.  You can purchase the items there.  We will be ordering by the end of this week (May 20) so please do this ASAP!  If your compression shirts and shoes still fit from last summer, you will not need to purchase new ones.

We will be staying at FVL on Tuesday through Friday night.  All members should bring a sleeping bag/pillow/air mattress and personal items (deodorant/towel/soap/shampoo/etc). 

Packing List
1. Instrument and/or other necessary equipment
2. All music and warm-ups—memorized as much as possible!
3. Enough comfortable clothing for five days of camp, especially comfortable shoes!! (Note that no sandals of any kind will be allowed for any marching or music rehearsals) Bring clothes for very warm or cool weather.
4. Sunscreen or sunblock (SPF 30 or higher) – and be sure to use it! A WIDE-BRIMMED hat/baseball cap is also a MUST. We will be outside for much of camp.
5. A one gallon (or other large size) water jug LABLED WITH YOUR NAME
6. Reeds, valve oil, slide grease, cork grease, etc.
7.  Sunglasses are a definite bonus!
8. Tennis shoes for use indoors—the shoes used outside may not be allowed on the gym floors if they are too dirty.
9. Frisbees, cards, cribbage boards, chess sets, etc. for any free time that you may have (NOTE: Frisbees and balls or any other throwing device will not be used at any time inside any building – this rule applies to the entire summer.)
10. Your black marching shoes (some members will be receiving these at Band Camp)
11. BLACK SOCKS for all members, including guard
12. Black Spandex or Bike shorts for under your uniform
14. Anything else that you will need for your marching instrument, equipment, uniform, and performance
15. LOTS OF ENTHUSIASM AND A STRONG DESIRE TO LEARN!!

Color guard members are to make sure that you have all of the needed uniform items, which include black socks, black spandex shorts and other parts of the uniform (which will be supplied to you before our first performances).  Guard instructor Angela Hohenstein may send an email to all guard members with more information.

Uniforms:
We will be wearing our new LVW uniforms for all performances this summer. These uniforms become the visual representation of who and what we are. Wear your uniform with pride and respect, and take care of it in the same way! Guidelines on how to take proper care of your new uniform will be given to you during band camp.

All wind and percussion players are to bring along black shoes, black socks, and black shorts as outlined above. Everyone will be given a pair of PERFORMANCE gloves, which will be worn with the uniform. The first pair will be free. For all extra gloves that you may need for the summer, the cost will be $3.00 per pair. Be sure to have your money with you. It is a good idea to purchase an extra pair, just in case. Also, for extended weekend trips with several performances, the second pair will come in very handy. If anyone loses their gloves, a new pair must be purchased. Take care of this very visible part of your uniform!

Special notes on your appearance for our performances:
1. No jewelry is to be worn during performances. This includes rings and watches. Ladies may wear earring posts only if they are covered by Band-Aid material. If your ears were not already pierced, it would be wise to wait until after our season is done! 
2. Guys are allowed to wear earrings for rehearsals or other non-performance times while with the band. The following guidelines apply to guys – you are permitted to wear one post or stud earring per ear. You are not permitted to wear dangling or hoop earrings, or more than one earring per ear lobe.
3. Hair must be worn up in the hat. There are to be no bangs allowed to hang down in front, or curls down the side. If the hair reaches over the collar of the uniform, it must be worn under the hat, either pinned up or contained in a hair net. This includes gentlemen whose hair is long and/or unkempt.  Gentlemen, it is best if your hair is cut short for the summer.
4. Gentlemen must be clean-shaven for all performances.

Attire when with the band:
As we head into the summer season, we would like to remind you to use good taste and judgement in your choice of what to wear. Remember that we are all witnesses for our Savior, even in rehearsals! Please follow these guidelines:
1. Extremely short shorts, bare midriffs, nearly-bare midriffs (if your tummy shows when you stretch up), spaghetti-strap tank-tops, or the very loose-fitting sleeveless-style tops are not acceptable for any of our members, male or female, as these could detract from the image and purpose of our band, and could possibly prove to be a stumbling block for others.
2. Gentlemen must wear a shirt at all times, for the same reasons as in #1.
3. Shirts, caps, or other clothing with logos of rock groups, alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, or objectionable slogans are not to be worn, as they detract from the image and purpose of our band.
4. Shoes must be worn at all times, except when sleeping. Shower flip-flops should be worn to and from the showers.
A good rule of thumb in choosing clothing for any LVW activity is this: If you have to ask, don’t wear it!

Emergency phone numbers for camp:
FVL - 920-739-4441 
Mr. Neujahr mobile phone - 920-740-3924 

Help needed with uniforms during camp – ESPECIALLY Tuesday!:
We are looking for a few parents to help with uniform tasks during the week of camp. No real skill is necessary for fitting uniforms – only a willingness to help LVW members look their best!  We will begin fitting members already on Tuesday, so any and all help will be GREATLY APPRECIATED!

OF SPECIAL NOTE - we are looking for a few moms/dads who would be willing to take on the role of Uniform Custodian(s).  It has been a few years since LVW has had this position filled.  A parent (or parents) from any school is welcome, but it would be especially nice if an FVL parent or two (or more) would be able to fill this position.  What is needed?  This parent would help with the uniform fittings during camp, and also attend to uniform needs throughout the season.  They will be washed likely once before the last week of the summer, and again after the summer is over.  They are machine washable!  This person (or persons) would be around when the band is changing either into or out of their uniforms to make sure that everything runs smoothly.  The duties of this position will be more fully discussed if/when someone fills that role.  If you are interested, please email me at jneujahr@fvlhs.org.
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Volunteer for LVW 2023!

5/11/2023

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 Hello Family and Friends of Lutheran Vanguard,

After an incredible growth year last season, we are ready to begin the 2023 season!  So many exciting things to talk about!  After nearly doubling our membership from 2021 to 2022, we have grown even larger for this season.  We will be putting about 90 students on the street for our parades this summer, and will be looking awesome in our new uniforms!  In front of the band will be our new banner.  The "old one" was purchased in 2008, the year after we got our "new" uniforms.  It has served us well!  The new banner will include the cross that has adorned our uniforms since 2007 - a very visible inclusion on the banner stating very clearly who we are!   As always there will be lots of volunteer needs, and we'd love for you to be a part of it!

Included in this post, as well as on Facebook, you'll find links to sign up to volunteer to help throughout the season. We simply couldn't conduct a successful season without your help, and there are many opportunities for you to do so! If you're a returning veteran...welcome back!  If you're brand new to the band and still not quite sure what you've gotten yourself into...don't worry! It's an incredibly friendly group of kids and parents, and we guarantee you'll have a blast. No experience necessary, so sign up for as many slots as you can (and bring a friend along to help!). 

Details can be found right in the sign up link, and there's always updated information under the Director's Updates tab on the Vanguard website. Rest assured that no matter what you sign up for, you'll always be done in plenty of time to see every parade. And the best part of helping is you get to be around this amazing group of kids during their days of rehearsal!
Thank you again for your willingness to help, and we're all looking forward to a great year!

signup.com/go/qXDOyFE

We're using SignUp.com (the leading online SignUp and reminder tool) to organize our upcoming SignUps.

Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:

1) Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.com: signup.com/go/qXDOyFE
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com.

Note: SignUp.com does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually.

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Volunteer for LVW 2023
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2023 LVW Apparel Store

5/8/2023

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The LVW Apparel Store is NOW OPEN! You will have until Sunday, May 21 to place your order.

The orders will be delivered to FVL in time for the Appleton Flag Day Parade on Saturday, June 10. Parents and LVW Members can pick up your orders following the parade. If you cannot pick up your order at FVL that day, let your local LVW Member High School Director know, and the items will be brought to your local school for pick up.

For those who order from farther away (alumni, relatives, etc.), the merchandise can be mailed directly to your home for the cost of shipping. Again, let your local LVW Member School Director know so plans can be made.

At this time, shipping direct cannot be added to the order on the website. We are looking into that possibility for the future.

Of Special Note - the LVW 2023 Seasonal T-Shirt is available through this store. LVW Members should NOT order their shirt through this site, as they will be given theirs at camp. We already have their sizes from the registration page. If members want extra shirts, they can certainly order one.

We will likely not have extra shirts available, so if you want the seasonal T-Shirt, now is your chance to order!

If you have questions concerning the LVW Online Apparel Store, please use the phone and email contacts on the store website, rather than contacting your LVW director.

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LVW 2023 Online Apparel Store
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2nd Annual Mattress Sale at KML

1/19/2023

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Hello LVW Preview Camp Parents, LVW Friends, Alumni, and Relatives!

My name is Nate Amundson and I'm reaching out to you as the contact person for the 2nd Annual Lutheran Vanguard of Wisconsin Mattress Fundraiser. As an LVW board member, a band director at one of our member schools, an LVW parent, and an alum of the group from many, many moons ago, I'm excited to help out in this way!

We had a great camp a couple of weeks ago and are very much looking forward to this summer! As you may have heard, we will be purchasing newly designed uniforms this summer. Last year's mattress sale in Appleton was a great success and we've moved the sale to another location this year to help get the word out to more people. Money raised at this sale will help with the purchase of the new uniforms and "put a little money in the bank" to help fund future trips to the National Cherry Festival parades in Traverse City, MI...a favorite Vanguard destination from years past and a truly great experience for the band. There's information about the fundraiser on the LVW website, and you'll be receiving more info from us soon.

There are 2 items I want to make you aware of now, as the dates are fast-approaching.

1. The date of the actual event is Saturday, February 11 from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. The company we've contracted with will have more than 20 name brand mattress sets on display in the KML gymnasium for up to 50% off retail! A portion of every sale goes to LVW, and for every mattress sold that has been referred by an LVW marching member, a cash bonus will be paid to that member to help reduce their enrollment fee for the season! The sale is open to anyone, so please tell friends and family that they are welcome, and can help support the band while getting that brand new mattress they've been thinking about! We'll need some help on the day of the event, and there's a link to the volunteer signup page on the LVW website.

2. As important as the actual event is to our success, there's another equally important date that we want to make you aware of. It's a "mini fundraiser" for the band that has been arranged by the mattress fundraising company, and will be on January 26 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm in the KML auditorium. All parents are strongly urged to attend, as the ultimate success of the mattress fundraiser depends on a good showing at this informational meeting. For every parent in attendance that night, the mattress fundraising company will donate $5 to LVW (so please...husbands and wives are both encouraged to attend!). We know that this might be an inconvenience for those of you at a distance, so there will be an option to attend the meeting via a livestream and the company will donate the same $5 per person to anyone viewing remotely! This gives us the possibility of earning hundreds of dollars for LVW just for attending a brief meeting!

Can't attend the meeting?  Click here for a link to the KML YouTube Channel!

We'll have more information out to you soon about all of this! So for now, please mark January 26 at 6:30 pm and February 11 at 10:00 am on your calendars...and tell everybody you know that they can help support an amazing marching band, all while getting that new mattress they want!

On behalf of the kids...thank you so much for your support! We couldn't do it without you!

Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School
Nate Amundson
Director of Elementary School Bands
Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School
262-677-4051 x4029
mobile: 262.353.8635
nate.amundson@kmlhs.org
http://www.kmlhs.org/kmlesbands
Educating for Life and for Eternity
My Strengths: Responsibility - Maximizer - Achiever - Developer - Connectedness

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January 7-8 Bus Schedule

1/2/2023

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Here is the schedule for the bus for January 7-8.

Please note - if you are planning on riding the bus, let Mrs. Hohenstein know by sending her an email at angela.hohenstein@kmlhs.org.  We wouldn't want to leave anyone behind!

Saturday, January 7
10:50 AM.    Depart KMLHS
11:30 AM.    Stop at FDL Kwik Trip - 980 S Hickory St, Fond du Lac, WI 54935
12:30 PM.    Arrive at FVL - 5300 N Meade Street, Appleton, WI 54913


Sunday, January 8
4:15 PM.    Load and Depart FVL
5:30 PM.    Stop at FDL Kwk Trip
6:15 PM.    Arrive KML

Parents will receive texts for travel information and arrival times if it is different from the above times.
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January 7-8 Rehearsal and Preview Camp Information

12/9/2022

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Hello LVW Staff, Directors, Volunteers, and both past, present, and future LVW Parents and Students!  It is just a few short weeks until our first rehearsals at the January Camp - can you feel the excitement?

The 2023 season officially gets under way during the weekend of January 7-8. Rehearsal will begin at 1:00 PM on Saturday.  We will begin in the auditorium for the welcome from the staff, opening announcements, and an overview of the two-day camp. We will conclude all our activities by 4:00 PM on Sunday afternoon. Please check with your school’s director/LVW coordinator for travel plans to and from the camp.

Camp Location:
Fox Valley Lutheran HS
5300 N Meade Street
​Appleton, WI 54913

If you are sure you will be marching with LVW this summer, go ahead and REGISTER for the season (This is NOT the same as the RSVP - two different forms).  We have quite a few members already registered!  We want all members registered by February 1st, so this first weekend camp will serve as a great introduction to what LVW can be.  So if you’re not quite sure about an LVW commitment, come to the camp and experience the fellowship, friendship, and excitement of LVW!

IMPORTANT - Please RSVP for the camp, even if you are unable to attend January 7-8 but intend to participate in 2023.  A link to the RSVP is also located on the LVW homepage.

This RSVP form is intended for Returning LVW Members, Staff/Directors, New LVW Members, and Parents.  We will need an accurate "head count" for things like meal planning, music, equipment, and so on.

Parents – if you would like to volunteer for the camp, we will have a Sign Up in a separate post on our website.  That sign up will be posted within the coming week.  We will have volunteer spots for kitchen help, overnight chaperons, uniform fitting/measuring, and possibly a few more tasks.

When you arrive at FVL
Girls can take their overnight gear to the Fine Arts Room.  Boys can take their gear to the Choir Room.  Instrument cases and other equipment can be taken to the auditorium stage

Meals
For Saturday supper, pack a BAG SUPPER.  Saturday evening snack, as well as Sunday breakfast and lunch will be provided by LVW.

Worship Service
We will be attending worship at Mount Olive Lutheran Church in Appleton on Saturday evening. We will provide time to change into suitable clothes for this service.  The service begins at 5:30 PM.

What to Bring
You will need to pack an overnight bag with a change of clothes, overnight gear (Sleeping bag/blanket/pillow/air mattress/etc.), personal items (towel, soap/shampoo, deodorant, etc). We will be sleeping overnight at FVL.

For marching rehearsals, you will need to have comfortable shorts or sweats. Please don’t wear “jeans” for marching/visual rehearsals. You will also need a pair of CLEAN tennis shoes for use on the gym floor.

Don’t forget your instrument! If you will be using an LVW instrument (mellophone, baritone, tuba), you will need to bring your own mouthpiece. Reed players, please make sure you have a few working reeds for the weekend.

You will be given your music and other LVW equipment on Saturday at the start of camp.

Check back to this page occasionally. There may be more updates before the Camp.

Please tell your friends about this post, especially if they may be new to LVW.  We want excellent attendance at this camp!

For Returning and New Members
There is preparatory work that you can do to ensure the 2023 season kicks off strong.  Please continue to ready your bodies by exercising, stretching, and finding ways to make your muscles stronger.  Even a 1 pound flute gets heavy after holding it up for several minutes (with excellent posture!) 

Practice your instrument.  Make sure your skills are at the top of their game because you will be challenged by our staff and our music as we push toward excellence.

Know someone who might be interested?  Invite them to join you, at least for this first camp.  After all, marching band is way better with a friend (not that you won't have 60 or more new friends from around the state within a few months...)

And remember the more important preparation we're all enjoying this season, the advent of the baby Jesus, God's gracious gift to us and the fulfillment of his ancient promises.  Say a prayer of thanks for the undeserved physical and spiritual blessings we receive every day, and ask God to help you find ways to use those blessings to his glory.  

The LVW Staff can't wait to see you in January!
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We Made It!

7/8/2022

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And what a season it was! 
Last year was a critical time in the 45 year history of Lutheran Vanguard. After 2 years off it was a make-or-break year for us, and the band came through with flying colors!

In some respects, this season was just as important. A solid foundation had been laid, and we needed to start putting a strong structure in place. The leadership was there, the kids were there, and it turned out to be one of our best—and most fun seasons—ever!

Here are a few numbers to give you some idea of what our year was like:

2021                                          2022
46                      Band                    68
2                 Color Guard                 9
48                  Total Kids              77
4                Banner/Detail             8
5                       Parades                   9
2                       Seniors                  16

The number of kids and the number of performances this year seemed so right! We were big enough, with the right instrumentation, to look and sound really impressive in parades, yet small enough that everyone got to know each other…it really felt like a family.

Here are a few more numbers that really point up what it takes to make a Vanguard season possible:

Number of days together: 14
Number of director and staff hours put in: 1,708
Total number of volunteers: 60+
Total volunteer hours served: 1,134
Number of watermelons eaten: 36
Pounds of grapes eaten: 142
Pounds of bananas: 125
Eggs consumed: 39 dozen
Gallons of chocolate milk: 70
Total hours slept: Not enough!!!

On the “fun” side, I think it’s safe to say that Lutheran Vanguard was one of the most entertaining elements of every parade we were in. The crowds simply love this band! We saw military veterans rise to attention when the band played the Battle Hymn Chorale; the normally exuberant parade attendees listened in solemn silence to the Doxology; and you should have seen their faces when the band turned up the volume on Big Noise from Winnetka! People were literally dancing in the streets with our Color Guard leading the way!

But most importantly, as has happened every day of every year for the entire history of Lutheran Vanguard, this band Let Its Light Shine. Whether in a parade with the Cross of Christ proudly displayed on their uniforms, or in the quiet moments during evening devotions or the nightly singing of the Doxology, these young men and women represented their Savior in everything they did. I can’t tell you how many times during a parade people stopped us to ask, “Who are you?” and comment that they’ve never seen a group quite like ours. 

It truly is a special organization, and it takes a large family to make it a reality. The kids, the directors and staff, the volunteers, and the parents and friends of LVW…we’ve been blessed beyond measure to be a part of this. 

Thank you all for your support and encouragement this season. We couldn’t do it without you!

Have a great summer, and we look forward to seeing all of you next year!
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LVW Apparel 2022

7/5/2022

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LVW is holding an Apparel Fundraiser, with the help of Fan Cloth.  The LVW Apparel Store will be open until Monday, July 18.  More information is included in the flyers and catalog links below.

Be sure to note the special incentives for sales.  If the LVW member name is included with family and friends' orders, that member will receive credit for those items purchased.  There are some great prizes, so check those out!

​The items available are all on the Online Catalog.  There are lots of items from which to choose!  In the catalog, you can click on each item for more information, sizing, etc.  For some of the items, you are given the option to include your name, a number, or other message for the back of the item!

Fan Cloth FAQ

How do I submit my order?All individual orders are placed on your online shop https://fancloth.shop/DECVD. Once your campaign ends, we will submit and produce your complete order.

Can I extend my campaign?LVW has requested that the campaign ends on July 25.  We will wait to see if that is granted.

Does my campaign accept cash or checks?Unfortunately, all orders will be placed through the online shop using a credit card. There should be no cash or check orders. This also means there will be no order forms.

When will I receive my order?Orders typically ship within 3-4 weeks from the closing date of the sale.

Can I view size charts and item information?Yes, you can view this information in the description of each item on your microshop.

Apparel Catalogs and Flyers​ - The flyers below include information on how to order, student incentive prizes, how to share, and much more!

LVW Product Catalog

Student Participant Flyer

Parent Information Flyer


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The Whitewater Classic DCI Show - LVW Ticket Block Informatiton

7/5/2022

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Lutheran Vanguard of Wisconsin will be ordering a block of tickets for The Whitewater Classic DCI show to be held on Saturday, July 16 at Perkins Stadium in Whitewater!  The band members are not required to attend this show - the show is simply an opportunity for our LVW Family to gather once again at a fantastic Marching Arts Spectacle!

This show will include the Colts, Phantom Regiment, Blue Stars, Cavaliers, Bluecoats, and the Madison Scouts.

Use this form to indicate how many tickets you would like to order for The Whitewater Classic. (The Order form is NOW CLOSED)

To sit with the LVW group, you MUST complete this form by Friday, July 8 no later than 1:00 PM!  After that time we will not be able to add tickets to our block.  You will be on your own to order tickets after that time.

All tickets in our block will be $25.  Tickets for this event range from $20 - 40, so the $25 tickets are not the premium seats, but you will have great viewing from our location!  If you would like to purchase more expensive tickets on your own, you are certainly welcome to do so.

LVW will have the tickets for the show in our possession.  When we get closer to the event, you will be updated with information about where and when you can pick up your tickets.  Most likely they will be distributed outside the stadium gate in the pavilion about an hour before show time.  You may pay for the tickets on the day of the event when you pick up your tickets if you have not paid ahead of time.

If paying by check, please make payable to "Lutheran Vanguard of Wisconsin" and indicate "DCI Whitewater Show" on the memo line.  Checks can be mailed to James Neujahr, 5300 N Meade Street, Appleton, WI 54913.

If you have questions contact James Neujahr at jneujahr@fvlhs.org.

For more details about the show you can visit the DCI Website at https://www.dci.org/events/2022-whitewater-classic
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    Hello everyone!  Thanks for visiting the Blog!  I have been a director for LVW since 1987, and Executive Director since 1998.  I am the band director at Fox Valley Lutheran High School in Appleton, WI, a position I have held also since 1998.  Come back often!

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