APEX FRIENDSHIP PATRIOT REGIMENT
Senior Night
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2023
Seniors,
Thank you for giving a true effort daily to set examples and help the Patriot Regiment reach new levels of excellence. You all have many gifts to offer our world and without a doubt our world is better because of you!
Senior Parents,
Thank you for your commitment to our band program. From drop-off/pick-up duty to chaperoning to hauling props and more—your support is deeply appreciated.
Fondly, Mr. RoweSarah Brown Sousaphone
Favorite Band Memory
Making it to Band of America finals last marching season.
Activities
Concert Band (9-12), Patriot Regiment (9-12), Sousaphone Section Leader (12), Winter Winds (11)
“I would like to thank all of the band parents and staff who have helped me along the way. I would also like to give my parents a big ‘thank you’ for letting me participate.”
Tommy Burke Drumline
Favorite Band Memory
Playing in the quad line for the first time.
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9-12), Winter Percussion (10-11)
“I’m glad to see that my hard work paid off and has made this my favorite season.”
Sean Cialdella Trumpet
Favorite Band Memory
Winning Grand Champs and Rushing the 50 my sophomore (Westbound) year.
Activities
Concert Band (5-12), Patriot Regiment (10-12), Trumpet Section Leader (12)
“Thank you mom and dad for everything you’ve done for me, I wouldn’t be here without you.
To my trumpets, all of you are amazing and I couldn’t dream of a better band to spend my senior year with.
And to Lucca, don’t miss me too much at college. I love you ‘lil bro.”
Maya Enck Color Guard
Favorite Band Memory
Rushing the field after winning Grand Champs for the Westbound show.
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9-12), Winter Guard (9-11), Key Club (9-12), Concert Band (9), Wind Ensemble (10-12)
“Being a part of the Patriot Regiment Color Guard has made high school so memorable. I love laughing and performing with everyone!!
Thank you to Mr. Rowe, Mr. Brooks, and all the instructors for making these shows come to life!”
Patriot
Joshua Fields Drumline
Activities
“Take it if it’s yours.”
Favorite Band Memory PNC Arena Winter Percussion Finals Regiment (9-12), Snare Section Leader (12), Winter Percussion (10-11)Leah Freedman Color Guard
Favorite Band Memory
Literally any and every moment spent with the color guard— spinning, dancing, talking, laughing, and even crying.
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9-12), Color Guard Captain (11-12), Winter Guard (9-11), Academy of Engineering (9-12)
“To my fellow guard members: keep spinning and performing your hearts out”
Adriana Jurjevic Color Guard
Favorite Band Memory
Feeling exciting after finishing a performance.
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9-12), Winter Guard (10-11), Key Club (10-12)
“Always remember to catch strong!”
Jack Kuni Baritone
Favorite Band Memory
Doing the Macarena around the Westbound campfires.
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9-12), Concert Band (9-12), PULPP Team (12)
“Always keep trying.”
Samantha Kuni Drum Major
Favorite Band Memory
Our first full run through of Song of the Siren in the pouring rain.
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9-12), Tri-M (10-12), Musical Pit (10-11), District Band (9-11), All State Band (10-11), All State Orchestra (12), Triangle Youth Philharmonic Orchestra (11-12), Triangle Youth Brass Band (9), Mellophone Section Leader (11), Drum Major (12), NC Governor’s School (10)
“Band has been a really huge part of my life, and I’m not sure where I would be without it. I’ve met so many of my closest friends through being in the band as well. I couldn’t have asked for a better group of people to go through school with, and I appreciate everything that they have done for me.”
River Luecking-Sunman Flute
Favorite Band Memory
Learning how to yuh circle, (a flute tradition created during Westbound), and then getting to teach it to the new generation of flutes; and show runs in the pouring rain where you have to sing your parts.
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9-12), PULPP Team (10-12), Cary Youth Voices (3-12), Tri-M (11-12), Solo & Ensemble (11), Flute Section Leader (12), Winter Percussion (10-11), D&D Club Vice/Co-President (10-12)
“Have fun!! It’s all worth it.”
Caleb Polasik Front Ensemble
Favorite Band Memory
One time during the Pops Concert we danced off stage to Les Miserables. Tom I luh you bro.
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9-12), Speech and Debate Team (9-12)
“Some of y’all needa slow down. Don’t waste your entire life off in another world worried about how you’re going to spend it. It ain’t worth it. Just live.”
Sid Ram Front Ensemble
Favorite Band Memory
Eating concessions at competitions.
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9-12), Front Ensemble Section Leader (12), Mayor’s Lead Intern (10-12), President of Student Political Awareness Club (10-12), Speaker at Youth Legislative Assembly (10-12), Bassist and Drummer of V7 Band (9-12)
“Good luck with life.”
Tim Richardson Front Ensemble
Favorite Band Memory
Bands of America in Winston Salem
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9-12), Winter Percussion (10-11), Church Bassist (8 years)
“Peace ☮ , love, and happiness. I was born ready. Stay humble.”
Liz Schlee Baritone
Favorite Band Memory
When we won Grand Champ for the first time in Westbound.
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9-12), Baritone Section Leader (12), Concert Band (9-12), Winter Winds (11)
“I am going to miss the band, but mainly the baritones. I have never met a better group of people in my life. They are so welcoming and helpful. When I first joined the section, I was really scared to talk to anyone, but when we got to know each other they were amazing people. The section is my family. We have all grown together and I can’t wait to keep growing with them and build even more relationships with them. They are such great people and I am going to miss every single one of them. I love you baritones!!!”
Jack Shpargel Trumpet
Favorite Band Memory
Playing with the band during my first football game.
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9-12), National Honor Society (11-12), PULPP Team (10-12)
“It’s going to be an amazing year.”
Keira Smith Color Guard
Favorite Band Memory
Getting close and forming strong bonds with everyone at the West Johnston competition.
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9-12), FFA (11), Marine Biology Club (9-11), Winter Guard (11)
“Don’t waste time being upset about the little things. Make every moment special.”
Margaret Sternberg Color Guard
Activities
Unify Club (11-12), Track and Field (9-11), Patriot Regiment (9-12), Winter Guard (9-11)
“Enjoy the little moments it goes by way too fast!”
Favorite Band Memory Guard camp senior year.Wyatt Szyjka Clarinet
Favorite Band Memory
Getting three dollars by unknown means.
Activities
“Lift
Patriot Regiment (9-12), PULPP Team (9-12), Musical Pit (10-11), Winter Winds (11) heby rocks.”Maddie van Rhee Hernandez Dancer
Favorite Band Memory
Coming back to band after two years and being in this show for my Senior year.
Activities
Patriot Regiment (9, 12), National Honor Society for Dance Arts (9-12), DECA (11-12), Marine Biology Club Project Manager (10-12), Tech Theater/Musical Dance (10-12), Science National Honor Society (12)
“Life is hard but it is worth it. And when you do what you love, you love what you do!” ☺
Bryce Whitaker Sousaphone
Favorite Band Memory
Lining the field with my lining crew during band camp has always been my favorite time of the day. We kept it fun even through the heat. I love those guys.
Activities
Band President (12), Track and Field (10-12), Academy of Engineering (9-12), Apex Youth Leadership Chamber of Commerce (11), All District Band (10), Triangle Youth Brass Band (11), Winter Winds (11), Tri-M (12), PULPP Team (10-12)
“Leading this band has been a pleasure and I can’t wait for the rest of the season. K block top 4L, Big beezy out.”
Guard Seniors,
“No one said its was going to be easy, We just said that it was going to be worth it.”
You’re leaving us behind, but you are ready to “spread your wings” and continue to grow. I know the skills you have learned on the field and the floor at Apex Friendship will get you far in life..
“Color Guard. To those who understand, no explanation is necessary. To those who don’t, no explanation is possible.”
Congratulations Class of 2024!
Mr. Brooks
Seniors,
Congratulations to our incredible band seniors, especially the percussion students, who have been drumming up a storm of talent throughout their high school journey! Your rhythm and beats have rocked our world, and we can’t wait to see what groovy paths you’ll take next. Remember, life’s a lot like a drum solo—you set the tempo! Keep making music and march to the beat of your own drum as you embark on this exciting new chapter!
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– Stephen
Dear Parents,
We are grateful for the support you have given us throughout marching band. From the first day of camp to our final competition, you have been there cheering us and our bandmates on. We know we don’t say “thank you” nearly as much as we should, but your unconditional love and encouragement has made it all possible.
With Love, Your Seniors
