Like the little red caboose, the band made it up the hill.  They were a small group but did a great job whether they were playing in the stands, on stage, or marching on the field.  During marching season they received a 2 at contest, which means excellent.  They also scored a 2 in concert contest at Stamford.  "It's hard for a small group to get a good rating at contest, but I'm proud of the members; they worked hard and did a very good job," said band director Mr. Porras.  There were a couple of members who made region and district band.  Joni Rodriquez almost made state.  She missed it only by five people.  Cody Wells and Sandra Spindler made state.  "The band had a great year," said senior Melissa Rodriquez.