Cocurricular Activities

The concert band is one of the premier performing ensembles at SHS. This group, open to students in 9th – 12th grade, plays at all school concerts and also has performed in Williamsburg, Boston, Atlanta, Orlando, and Toronto in the past. All members of the Concert Band are required to read music, have had previous training on a band instrument, and are academically able to miss class for a band lessons weekly. Any student not currently enrolled, but having interest, must be recommended by the Director.

This co-curricular club coincides with the Marketing classes at the high school. Its purpose is to apply the Marketing knowledge learned in the class to real life situations. One teacher-advisor, as well as a panel of six officers, oversee the club. Competition is one of the most important and exciting aspects of the organization, including regional, state, and international level competition.  Students also give back to their school and community with events such as Alex's Lemonade Stand and a Walk to Remember. DECA provides insight into the world of business, offering students the opportunity to establish leadership, communication, and marketing skills necessary to be successful in the business world. 

The Wind Ensemble is the honors auditioned performance ensemble. Including 10th–12th grade students and ranging from 40–45 members, the Wind Ensemble frequently plays in local and state adjudicated festivals in addition to all the performances held at SHS. This group also plays nation-wide on the Spring Band Trip. This course requires an audition and all students accepted must have spent at least one year in Concert Band. Students in Wind Ensemble accept the demand of college-level repertoire and are encouraged to audition for CJMEA and All-state performance ensembles.

Known as the “beat” of the Chargers football team, the SHS Pep Band plays at all home and away football games during the regular and postseason. The Pep Band also marches in the Spotswood Memorial Day Parade, and also performs at other events throughout the fall, based on availability (North Brunswick Columbus Day Parade, NJ Devils Game, etc). Rehearsals are Monday nights; Pep Band is open to any student who is in Concert Band or Wind Ensemble.