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PHS Band ready to make a mark this year
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· August 4, 2026
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Key takeaway The band's first performance of the season will be at the home football game on August 28 at Ratliff Stadium.
Permian High School's marching band is expected to be one of the largest in its history, with 371 members currently. This number may increase once the school year begins. The band has already started its season, with some groups attending camps throughout the summer.
The school's staggered start dates are August 11 for certain grade levels and August 12 for the remainder. The band's first performance of the season will be at the home football game on August 28 at Ratliff Stadium. Further details about the band's season and activities are available from the source.
The band's director has expressed enthusiasm about the large number of students involved and their consistent participation.
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Category: schools Published: August 4, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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