Cadet Band is a culminating experience for the instrumentalist during their first year of instruction. It is not the same ensemble as the Spartan Band, which is for selected second and third year players. Cadet Band is a collection of students who are selected by the directors to participate in a large instrumental ensemble after school. These students are selected because they have demonstrated not only musicianship but also responsibility during their instrumental lessons. This band meets after school on Fridays during the spring starting in March. At the end of April there is an annual Elementary Spring Concert in which the Cadet Band students will perform. All beginner instrumentalists who are accepted into the Cadet Band will be notified by January.