Loading Crew will have their carry-on items checked by chaperones. At this time, Loading Crew can take their luggage to the bus and choose their seats. Then, find Paul Alcantar, head of the Loading Crew, in the foyer for directions on how to load the buses with equipment and luggage.
Mixed Chorus, A Cappella and String Ensemble students will report to the Chorus Room. You will be called by your chaperone to go to your final check in.
Friday May 2, 2025 5:00am - 5:30am EDT Chorus Room431 Bolton Street, Marlborough MA 01752
Concert Band, Wind Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble students will report to the Band Room. You will be called by your chaperone to go to your final check in.
Friday May 2, 2025 5:00am - 5:30am EDT Band Room431 Bolton Street, Marlborough MA 01752
Buses depart for Hershey, PA. Food/beverages on the bus must be factory sealed. Items brought from home or purchased/opened on the way to MHS must be finished or thrown away before you get on the bus. Please remember to use the bathroom before getting on the bus.
Priority for Check-In and Room Assignment is Chorus and A Cappella students, due to the quick turnaround times for their performances. Please show patience as Chaperones are given information about Room Numbers, Changing and Staging Areas.
Loading Crew will put crates and equipment back on the bus. Students and Chaperones will return to the hotel on the buses you took to the Festival Performance site.
If you plan to attend church on Saturday evening, please notify your chaperone at Room Checks. Students attending Church will need to leave Hershey Park at 4:30pm and will not be admitted back into the park after services.
Students must be in their own rooms for the evening by 11:00 PM (Time may be adjusted at the discretion of the Trip Coordinator). Chaperones will come door to door to ensure that students are in the appropriate room. Students are not allowed to leave their rooms after Room Checks, except in the case of an emergency. Please contact your chaperone if you need assistance.
