Linganore HS Band Boosters New Parent Orientation May 17, 2018 All Parent Meeting June 9, 2018

BAND STAFF Kevin Lloyd: Director of Bands* Damon Dye: Associate Director* Jeremy Brown: Assistant Director* Will Hernandez: Color Guard Instructor * indicates LHS faculty members

2018-2019 BAND BOOSTER ORGANIZATION Board of Directors Christa Williams: President Holly Davis: Vice President Celeste Hudson: Secretary Billie Jo Kahler: Treasurer Members-at-Large: Angie Moore Bob Moore Rob Miller Heather Hackworth Suzanne Quackenbush Who are Band Booster Members? Parents of currently enrolled music and guard students Former parents and student alumni of LHS music program. And YOU!

LHS BAND BOOSTERS What do we do? We support the music programs that are not funded or staffed by FCPS through volunteering and financial support. Why participate? There are approximately 120 students in these programs, and volunteers make the program run! Volunteer hours among all members average between 8,000 – 10,000 hours per year. What does the Boosters cover? Marching Band, Indoor Guard, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Symphonic Band, bus transportation and band vehicles, uniforms, insurance, instructor fees, and much more!

Join Our Email List linganoreband-subscribe@yahoogroups.com COMMUNICATION Join Our Email List linganoreband-subscribe@yahoogroups.com You will receive a message upon approval (usually within 24 hours) PLEASE KEEP IN MIND: Any direct replies will be sent to Mr. Lloyd and the board officers. If you want to send personal information about your student, please email Mr. Lloyd directly at Lancerband@aol.com Website: www.linganoreband.org

EVENTS Competitions Home football games Parades Concerts- Winter, Symphonic, Jazz, Community, Percussion Ensemble, and Graduation. Indoor guard events And MORE!

TOB- Tournament of Bands Event on 10/20/18 WAYS TO GET INVOLVED! Chaperone Roadie Uniform Angels Fundraising TOB- Tournament of Bands Event on 10/20/18 Look for emails starting tonight about each of these opportunities and come to the ALL PARENT meeting on June 9th from 3:30-5:15 pm!

VOLUNTEER HOURS Submitted to FCPS at end of every school year Shows how much support is given to program Used to determine Spring Trip chaperones Does not include paid time worked for fundraisers

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization per IRS regulations – all monies are the property of the corporation Each student has a “share” of the cost to run the program and is expected to contribute their fair share to the organization. Share= total operating costs - buy down funds the number of students

PROGRAM COSTS Expense above and beyond what FCPS provides Competition costs Music, drill writing, show rights, and large instruments Vehicle maintenance & Insurance Stipends for many of the marching band staff

UNIFORM FEES Includes any uniform for a music program including marching band / guard, concert, jazz, and indoor guard. Additional uniform pieces will be charged as needed and must be paid separately outside of your share of the operating expenses. This includes concert shirts, gloves/wristbands, band tee- shirt, and marching shoes.

SPRING TRIP The Spring Trip is optional. We will be traveling to NYC this year! Students must be academically eligible and have contributed their full share of operating expenses to go on the trip. Trip costs include: Transportation, Lodging, Meals And Activity fees (i.e. plays, park passes, museums, etc.) Each student/family is responsible for funding their trip.

FUNDRAI$ING OPERATING EXPENSES Where does this money come from? (or a personal check from you) More information about fundraising will be given at the June 9th meeting.

FORMS Membership & Information Form Medical Information & Clearance Form Field Trip Permission Form Fundraiser Permission Form Financial Commitment & Student Statement Signup Form

How can we help you make this transition to High School? QUESTIONS How can we help you make this transition to High School? Carpools Freshmen Liaison Practices over the summer Band Camp Friends at any lunch period

FUNDRAISING Four Types: Sales Work for Operating Costs Combination Sales and Work General Fund A Fundraiser Permission form must be completed to participate

Work for Operating Costs FUNDRAISING Work for Operating Costs Linganore Winery: May, June, July, August, October Lions Carnival Dunk Tank: June Basket Bingo: November We are open to new ideas!

FUNDRAISING General Fund Amazon Smile TOB Chapter 5 Competition (October 20) Discounted Hershey Park tickets

FUNDRAISING What is needed this year… Restaurant Fundraisers (need 1-2 people willing to call & organize) Fundraiser Chair Persons (requires about 10 hours) Basket Bingo Assistants (November) For all the fundraisers – on the job training is available. We won’t leave anyone in a bind!

Lion’s Club Dunk Tank signups on website FUNDRAISING What’s going on now? Linganore Winery Lion’s Club Dunk Tank signups on website Remember: Any student who wishes to participate in any fundraising over the summer needs to turn in a Fundraiser Permission form and the Student Statement form

Return to Black Deposit Box in the Band Room MONEY DEPOSITS A Deposit Slip will be sent home with anything that asks you to return money, whether check or cash Return to Black Deposit Box in the Band Room

BOOSTER MEETINGS Held Monthly (September - April) 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm in the Media Center (2nd floor) Booster meetings are a great way to stay connected! It is a place to learn what is happening, get to know other parents, and ask questions. September: Budget is presented for approval April: Elections of board members are held

Thank You! Welcome to the Linganore High School Band Boosters!