Volunteer Sign Up
MPLT needs volunteers to create a positive experience for our students. We have something for everyone! Come be a part of the MPLT family!
Most volunteer opportunities take a couple of hours, and some jobs will have weekly sign ups for volunteer spots. Filling out this form does not obligate you to a specific activity, but please know that your assistance is needed and you will be appreciated!!
Please use this link to let us know what you may be interested in helping MPLT with this season!
Volunteer Background Check Forms
Please note that MSDLT has recently changed their processes, and we are no longer utilizing the paper background check forms. In their place, volunteers will be required to complete a Smartsheet form, which will cover the volunteer at all schools their child/children attend.
Please select one of the links below to complete a background check for the 2023 – 2024 school year.
2023 – 2024 MSDLT Background Check Form (English)
2023 – 2024 MSDLT Background Check Form (Spanish)
Ride Sharing Information
It is important for all performers to be present at all required rehearsals and performances, and our ride sharing program is designed to make that easier on our MPLT parents ! If you would like to join, click on the link below and let us know your needs and/or availabilities for the upcoming season.
2023 – 2024 Ride Sharing Information Form
About the Marching Season
The Marching Pride is a Class A band in the “Open Class” category, which means that we qualify for a chance to compete in the ISSMA (Indiana State School Music Association) State Finals.
- The contest season begins with Invitationals hosted by various high schools in the Indianapolis area. We choose which to attend based on our availability and preparedness. The scores are for instructional purposes and do not factor into our State or National standing.
- Next, the ISSMA season begins with Regional qualifications. The top 10 bands from each region will progress to ISSMA Semi-State Finals. The Open Class State Finals feature the top 10 bands from Semi-State Finals. The top-scoring band will earn the ISSMA State Championship. Competitions take place at various Indianapolis-area high schools, except the State Finals, which take place at Lucas Oil Stadium.
- Finally, the Marching Pride participates in the BOA (Bands of America) competitions, all of which take place at Lucas Oil Stadium. BOA hosts Super Regional Competitions in four locations in the nation, one of them in Indianapolis. MPLT has enrolled in this two-day competition which involves up to 60 regional bands, with 12 to 14 bands advancing to Regional Finals. Bands from different classes (from A to AAAA, Marching Pride is AAAA) compete against one another, and while caption awards are based on class, the finals competition is not. This is a self-contained event that does not effect our standing in subsequent BOA competitions.
- The last contest of the season is the BOA Grand National Championships, which fortunately takes place right here in Indianapolis. MPLT has enrolled in the Grand National Prelims along with well over 100 other marching bands from across the nation; it takes place the Thursday and Friday before Saturday Semi-Finals and Saturday night Finals. We typically perform on Thursday, then spend Friday watching other bands perform and rehearsing at the convention center. When the two-day Prelims contest concludes, a minimum of 30 bands advance to Semi-Finals with a formula that ensures inclusion of representatives of each of the four classes, and the top scoring bands from the two separate Prelims contests and the overall event. The top 12 scoring bands from Semi-Finals, regardless of class, advance to Saturday evening’s finals.
The Marching Pride of Lawrence Township Organization Support
Lawrence Central Performing Arts Association (LCPAA)
LCPAA
We seek support from individuals and community businesses to help sustain Lawrence Central’s nationally recognized Performing Arts Program. These award winning arts programs—including band, choir, orchestra, theater, dance and color guard—provide extraordinary educational opportunities for our children and attract many families to Lawrence Township. In the current economic environment, many LC families are finding it increasingly difficult to pay the fees necessary for their children to participate in the school’s award winning ensembles. We ask your support—through sponsorships and scholarship aid for students—to keep LC’s music and arts programs affordable for all students who desire to participate in and receive the educational benefits from these educational experiences. Click here to view our slide show concerning parent participation.
LN Band Boosters
The Lawrence North Band Boosters is a 501(c)3 organization governed by an Executive Board. The purpose of LN Band Boosters is to help raise money to support the band program and volunteer to help with band events, activities, and performances. Our department is made up of our Band, Choir, Dance, Theater, and Orchestra programs that have received State and National recognition. Lawrence North Band Boosters boast a reputable staff, exemplary programming, and first-class facilities, all to serve your student.
Copyright Policy Regarding Video
Recordings and Photos
Understandably, we are all very proud of our marching band! While it is tempting to post a video of our amazing group on YouTube or Facebook to share with family and friends, please DO NOT post any portion of our Marching Pride shows on the Internet. This includes not only competitive performances but also practice and half time performances at football games. There are strict federal copyright and sync laws that are in play, as well as stiff legal and financial penalties for posting marching band shows to the public on social media. The directors GREATLY appreciate your cooperation in this regard!!!
Marching Pride of Lawrence Township 