1. RUHS Band and Dance Guard
Parent Informational Meeting

2. Introduction
The RUHS Band and Dance Guard Program succeeds based on the talented directors, advisors, and students and the necessary funding to support the various competitions and performances.
The Boosters support the Program through coordinating and facilitating events, contributing financially, communicating, and soliciting volunteers to assist with events throughout the year.

3. Agenda Booster Leadership School Requirement
Competitions/Games/Performances
Class Schedule and Practice
Communications
Support
Program Funding

4. Booster Leadership Instructors Band Director Ray Vizcarra
Dance Guard Advisor Sammie Dobson
Percussion Advisor Alan Hahn
Elected Booster Members
President Christina Guard
CFO/Treasurer Tina Wagner
VP Hospitality Cheryl Hirschi
VP Marketing Eric Guard
VP of Operations Alan Day
VP of Fundraising Krystal Bartus
Secretary Patricia Chung

5. School Requirement
Marching Band and Guard are considered a sport and require registration on Athletic Website - Please complete by August 13
Select “Registration” Tab
Complete Required Consent Forms
Required Sports Physical prior to start of school
Pay Transportation Amount (Bus Fee)
Covers the cost for the students to attend field competitions and other music/dance competitions
Separate amount for Fall and Winter/Spring – must be paid online
Payment Questions: Contact Athletics Secretary Lynn Flanagan
Students will not be allowed to participate until registration and athletic clearance is completed.

6. Competitions /Games/Performances
Fall Season
Field Competitions (usually Saturdays)
Football Games (Friday – Call time 4:30/5:00pm)
Concerts/Performances
Parades
Winter/Spring Season
Competitions/Festivals (Varies based on group/band)
Basketball Games
See separate schedule for dates & always check on website – dates may be subject to change based on availability

7. Competitions/Games/Performances
2018 Field Show Competitions
September 22 Ramona High Exhibition Show(CSBC)
September 29 West High (SCSBOA)
October 13 Gahr High Invitational (CSBC)
October 20 Circle City Tournament (CSBC)
October 30 (Tuesday) Colony Field Tournament (CSBC)
November 3*** Hart Rampage *** (SCSBOA) MAYBE
November 10 Semi-Finals (CSBC)
November 17 Championships (CSBC)
First home football game is August 24
May be subject to change based on availability

8. Class Schedule and Practice
School Year (Marching Band & Dance Guard Season)
Zero Period (Mon-Fri) FIELD 6:55-7:45AM
Tuesday 6:00-9:15PM*
Wednesday 3:30-6:15PM*
Thursday 3:15-5:30PM*
*Subject to change
Wind Ensemble will practice Mondays from 3:15-5:30PM
Additional practices will be announced as dates for performances approach
Rehearsathon dates August 25 TBD rest of season

9. Communications Band Director / Guard Advisor / Percussion Advisor
Provides updates to practice and competition schedule and other updates. See Schedule and other updates on Ray Vizcarra Teacher Page on Redondo Union High School.
Field Competition’s schedule tend to be set 2-3 days prior to event –in some cases the day of - updates will be provided, as soon as information is solidified, on booster website & on Facebook Page
Contact:
Ray Vizcarra, Band Director (310) x4044
Sammie Dobson, Guard Director

10. Communications Where else can I find information?
Website:
Facebook Page
RUHS Band and Dance Guard Boosters and Friend
(This is a closed page – please request to join)
Twitter
@ruhsband
Charms Assistant student/parent portal
Booster President
Provides updates on Volunteer Needs, Donation Requests, Fundraising Opportunities, and Booster Parent Meetings.
Contact:

11. Support
Watch - Come see your student perform at performances, competitions, and school games
Donate - Waters, Snacks, your talents (photography, video, marketing/promotion of activities)
Volunteer – we are requiring each family to provide a minimum of 10 hours.
Competitions
Football Games
Events

12. Support Fundraising Efforts
Concessions
Dine Outs
See’s Candy
Special Events (Jazz at the Beach, Jazz Under the Stars)
Other Opportunities
Some Fundraising efforts can offset fair share contribution

13. Program Funding
Majority of Program Funding is through Booster Member Support
Keep the Award Winning Program Funded through your Fair Share contribution
Amount Paid may be tax deductible
Certain Fundraising Efforts can offset Fair Share Contribution
School Instrument Program
Purchase new instruments
Repair instruments

14. Program Funding What Program Costs does Fair Share Contribution Cover?
Fall Field Show Season $525/Student
Field Show Music and Choreography ,000
Specialized Instructors ,200
Competition Fees ,650
Field Equipment and Props ,500
Competition Meals/Snacks ,500
Transportation Costs ,600
Total Fall Field Show Budget $68,800
Instruction by Band Director are paid through the school

15. Program Funding
Spring Program Costs * Dance Team $225 + Costume Fee & Entrance Fee Winter Guard $225 + Costume Fee Drumline $650 Concert Band $30 Wind Ensemble $30 Symphonic $30 Jazz Band $135 *will have breakdown closer to November for Spring

16. Program Funding Student Program Requirements
New Marching Band Students
Compression Shirts $20
Symphonic Band Polo Shirts $21
Guard Students
Team Wear $175
Jersey, Jacket, Tank, Leggings, Tennis Shoes