Parent Information
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There are many aspects to the FHS Band program. Check out some of the links below to learn more.
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Parent involvement is essential to the success of our program - and it provides opportunities to join your student in something they care about, get to know their friends, and give back to the community.
Parent Participation
The Band Program has much to offer students: life lessons such as discipline, respect, perseverance, and teamwork; self-expression and a greater appreciation for music; and an opportunity to make lasting friendships in a positive, healthy environment.
You can help students maximize the value of your child’s music education by:
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Showing an interest in the music studies of your child.
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Attending booster meetings, concerts, games, assessments, and competitions to cheer students on.
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Making faithful student attendance at all band activities important.
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Arranging a regular time and place for your child to practice.
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Asking to listen to performances of materials (skills and repertoire).
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Encouraging students to practice daily: the results will speak for themselves!
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Keeping the instrument in good repair, and stay stocked on essentials (at least four reeds, valve oil, etc.).
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Being extra careful with school-owned instruments. Repair costs are high!
BAND BOOSTERS
Did you know it takes about 15 hours of volunteer time per student each year to run a successful band program? All parents and guardians with band students are part of the Band Boosters, an organization whose main function is to help the band director run an efficient program so he can focus on teaching and mentoring our kids.
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The Boosters consists of several self-organizing teams that work to organize events, oversee uniform care and distribution, help with band communications, get equipment transported to our competitions, etc.
We are in the process of putting together our teams for next year - and we need you! Please check out the team duties and then sign up to be part of a Band Booster team. The band program quite literally can't move forward without you, and it's a great way to know other band families.
FUNDRAISERS
Throughout the year Band Boosters sponsor a series of fundraisers that make a significant different in the success of the band.. Funds raised go directly to programs, events, supplies, instruments, and care for band students.
Parent volunteers are critical to the success of these fundraisers. Sign Up Geniuses are sent out in advance of each event; please sign up promptly and plan to support the band!
BAKE SALES: Throughout Year
CAR WASH: August
TAG DAY: September
50/50 Raffle: Year Long
Restaurant Nights: Throughout the Year
Spirit Gear Sales: Yearlong
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