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Buc Band Booster Club Meeting Minutes
February 13, 2007
Welcome – Susan Campbell
Susan opened the meeting
with an expression of appreciation for all the parent involvement in the
Chili Supper, UIL and SFA hosting events that occurred recently.
Band Director Reports
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Mr. Koch –
1.
Thanks expressed to the parents for all their involvement with
UIL. UIL expressed their thanks as well, and were very complementary of
our school as hosts for the event. Our bands received 140 solo medals
and 57 ensemble medals at UIL.
2.
SFA feedback was very good with regard to the concert as well as
the host family. Fred Allen said that their music fraternity and
sororities will make a donation to Brandon’s scholarship fund.
3.
Spring Trip – talked about concerns expressed regarding the New
Orleans trip. Mr. Koch indicated that he had heard that parents were
concerned about a potential New Orleans trip so they have agreed to look
for another location. Mr. Koch explained how the trips are organized
and run and the types of activities that the band participates in on the
trip. Some parents made positive comments about the nature of the
trips, and support for New Orleans as a location, and the parent’s
ultimate ability to make a decision about their child’s attendance
regardless of the location of the trip. Talked about how well behaved
the general group is.
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Mr. Casey –
1.
Justin Mikulencak will be participating in the State Band
concert. Received word that he was moved up earlier in the week.
2.
Tuesday, Feb. 20 – Jazz bands at the Episcopal Church and
Thursday, Feb. 22 – Jazz Bands at the Wild Game Dinner at St. Michaels.
3.
Friday night, February 23rd – Boston brass at the Clarion.
4.
Based on Chili Supper sales they will be crediting 80% of the
funds raised at the Chili supper to the student’s accounts towards
Spring Trip.
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Mr. Woodfield – not present
(guard practice)
Secretary Minutes
– Jackie Hicks
1.
Approval of minutes – motion to approve by Frances Socha and
Sherri Archer seconded the motion. Motion was passed.
Treasurer Minutes
– Robin Wise –
1.
Robin asked if there were any questions about the Treasurer’s
statement which was posted on the back of the meeting agenda. There
were no questions.
Committee Reports
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First Vice President – Sunny and Sam Henry
1.
No report
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Second Vice President
– Keith Wise –
1.
Keith reported that Kroger cards are netting approximately
$350/Qtr. He asked booster members to turn in Food King receipts and
noted that we have not seen any refund from Randall’s yet– Keith will
follow up.
2.
Communication will go out next week regarding specifics on the
fund raiser of collection of cell phones.
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Spirit Support
– Sherri Archer –
1.
All inventory from marching season was sold at the UIL event.
2.
Shelves are complete for storage of booster supplies in the small
band hall and the mechanical room.
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Hospitality
– Frances Socha –
1.
May 18 is the Band Banquet. Frances has sign up sheets for those
who want to help.
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Public Relations – Doug Wright –
1.
Sold close to $500 in sales for merchandise at Chili Supper.
2.
Also mentioned that a 2-disk set of pictures (covering entire
year and all band events) will be available for $15
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Auxiliary
– Rhonda Kuharski –
1.
Rhonda reported that the Winter Guard has had one competition to
date, in which they placed 8th overall and 5th
in equipment. Have a number of upcoming competitions including Round
Rock on the 23rd and Hendrickson on the 24th.
Old Business
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Chili Supper – Debra Perry gave an update on the
expenses and money raised for Chili Supper. She expressed her
appreciation for all the help that she got from the band parents and
other participants. She suggested that we consider a ticket price
increase next year to help cover rising expenses of all the supplies and
ingredients. She recommended looking for additional tasks for the
students on the day of the event to insure there is plenty for them to
do to help. Debra agreed to consider chairing the event next
year which received lots of support from the parents.
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Silent Auction – Susan Campbell reported that we
raised approx. $4000 from 200 donated items which means that we qualify
to apply for a $1000 Wal-Mart matching grant. This will be used to
purchase CD copying and printing equipment and audio/visual equipment
for the Directors. Susan thanked the many parents who helped by
soliciting/donating items to the auction and all the local businesses
for their support and donations. Susan emphasized the importance of
shopping locally and supporting local businesses who in turn support the
band in so many positive ways.
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UIL – Solo/Ensemble – Kaelyn Koch gave an update on UIL
concession committee. Hospitality and Concession sub-committees. UIL
reimburses us for the Hospitality part of the event. The Concession
part of the event is a fund raiser for our Booster Club. Thanked all
the parents for their support and for all the baked goods items. Kaelyn
reported revenues of $3573.30 with an expected profit of $2450.42. She
also wanted to express her appreciation to her committee members:
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Hospitality Committee members – Leah Martin, Andrea Stunz,
Barbara Robie
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Concession Committee members – Beth Dauer, Diane Goodrich,
Sherri Archer, Wanda Miller, Carla Schreiber, Maridel Martinez
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Also, thanks to Frances Socha and Lynn Long for helping
with transition from last years.
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Band officer election committee – Maridel Martinez,
chair, gave an update on behalf of the election committee. A summary of
Booster Board job descriptions was available to all members. Maridel
reported that there were no nominations for the following positions:
Auxiliary, Public Relations, and Hospitality. (During the meeting
Maridel received confirmation of individuals willing to run for
Auxiliary and Public Relations). Nominations close at the March meeting
and the slate will be presented at this meeting. Voting occurs at the
April meeting. All those interested in holding a position were
encouraged to contact Maridel as soon as possible.
New Business
·
Spring Trip – There was a parent question regarding
a “ballpark” cost figure for the trip – Mr. Koch suggested that $325
would be a reasonable estimate although the location has not yet been
determined.
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Truck Update – Sam gave an update on the status of
the driver’s for the truck. We currently have several bus drivers that
have taken the training and are getting their license to be able to
drive the truck. Reiterated the need, and encouraged Booster members,
to start soliciting contributions, $500 each, for truck advertising.
Have bids out for getting the decals made. Part of the advertising
funds may be needed to help pay for some truck repairs – possibly
splitting costs with BISD. Sam described at a high level the plan for
outfitting the inside of the truck. He will ask some of the parents to
begin working on the inside of the truck within the next few weeks.
Question and Answer
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Patty Rosnovsky provided information to parents on where
they can obtain competition patches.
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Ron McFattridge reported on his recent attendance at the
school board meeting. He petitioned the School Board for a new band
hall. He encouraged the Booster Club continue to solicit support from
the school board to consider adding a new band hall facility.
Encouraged parents to continue to remind them. He believes that this
community will support a bond including funds for the building.
Encourages parents to be “politely persistent” in this respect.
Suggested that every few months someone from our booster club should
attend the school board and solicit support. Patty Rosnovsky reinforced
the importance of advertising the accomplishments of the fine arts
programs at the school with the School Board. Attendees were reminded
that School Board officials are elected officials and they are obligated
to listen to their constituency. Susan Campbell suggested that we start
a more organized communication campaign. Sam Henry reinforced that we
need more and different parents to continue to go before the School
Board on this topic. An additional suggestion was made to invite the
School Board to one of our meetings or to contact Drew Perry regarding
the best way to solicit School Board support.
Calendar
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Tuesday, February 27 – Percussion Concert
Next Booster Club
Meeting will be: Tuesday,
March 20 at 7:30
Next Booster
Board Meeting will be:
Monday, March 5 at 5:30
Adjournment
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