Purple Pride Announcements
General Announcements
Game Day Schedule
These are the game days for the Musketeers! You can catch the action of PPMB and cheer us on.
Note: The games with a yellow asterisk indicate PPMB will be cheering from afar and will not be in attendance at those games.
The Annual Battle of the Bands is coming!
Get ready, Richmond County! The Battle of the Bands is back for 2026, and the Purple Pride Marching Band is getting ready to bring the sound, the energy, and the PURPLE to the field! 💜💛
Join us as Richmond County's marching bands come together for an afternoon celebrating our talented student musicians, dancers, auxiliary members, drum majors, and marching arts programs.
📅 Sunday, November 8, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 George P. Butler High School Stadium
Mark your calendars now and come out ready to cheer on the Purple Pride Marching Band as we represent the Academy of Richmond County!
Additional information will be announced as it becomes available.
Save the date. Wear your purple. Bring your ARC pride. We'll see you at the Battle! 🎶💜💛
Band Announcements
Band Commitment Packets
These need to be turned in as soon as possible. These packets enable emergencies to be responded to quickly and efficiently.
Band Dues
Please pay your band dues. These are important for the band to be completely prepared for performances and events. This is required.
Please see a staff or booster member to pay. Forms of payment are cash, check, and money order.
Media Release Form
Please turn in these forms as they enable us to showcase the outstanding students in the band!