RUHS Band and Dance Guard Parent Informational Meeting

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.

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

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

School Requirement Marching Band and Guard are considered a sport and require registration on Athletic Website - Please complete by August 13 http://ca.8to18.com/RedondoUnion/ 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.

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

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

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

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 rvizcarra@rbusd.org (310)798- 8665 x4044 Sammie Dobson, Guard Director seahawkdance@rbusd.org

Communications Where else can I find information? Website: www.redondobandandguard.org Facebook Page RUHS Band and Dance Guard Boosters and Friend https://www.facebook.com/groups/681417508563202/ (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: ruhsbandboostersboard@gmail.com

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

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

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

Program Funding What Program Costs does Fair Share Contribution Cover? Fall Field Show Season $525/Student Field Show Music and Choreography 6,000 Specialized Instructors 40,200 Competition Fees 2,650 Field Equipment and Props 7,500 Competition Meals/Snacks 4,500 Transportation Costs 5,600 Total Fall Field Show Budget $68,800 Instruction by Band Director are paid through the school

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

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