From Mr. Townsend:
- Branson Trip: Lots of fun, and we won everything that we qualified for. The students were very well behaved, only one minor injury was noted.
- Final Spring Performances:
CCHS Graduation is this Saturday, May 23, 2015
- Saturday 6:15 PM - Call Time. Arrive at the SIU Arena in concert attire.
- Dress Nice (no denim, no shorts)
- Event starts a 8:00 PM
- Mandatory performance
Memorial Day is Monday, May 25, 2015 at Woodlawn Cemetery
- Monday 9:15 AM - Call Time. Arrive at Woodlawn Cemetery.
- Dress respectfully, patriotic colors, but not over done
- Event starts at 10:00 AM, band plays the National Anthem and remains for short ceremony
- Park in the Hopewell Church parking lot, across Main to the north of the cemetery.
- Optional performance
- Music for the Fall Marching Program is going to the students on Tuesday, May 19th.
- Summer Marching Band Practice: Tuesday nights 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM starting June 9th.
- Fall Performance Dates: A heavy schedule has been discussed with the students. They were very positive in their feedback, and are enthusiastic about the proposed schedule. It must be approved by the board; approval is expected.
- The Awards Banquet, May 11th, at the Civic Center. The banquet went very well, a small profit ensured costs were covered. Thanks to 2 Domestic Divas for the fine food and drink. Thanks to the Kristiansen Family for the video presentations. Congratulations again to all of the graduating seniors!
- Concert videos and Senior Presentation videos are available for purchase. Email Carol Eaton-Brandenburg at president@marchingterriers.com.
- Christmas Tree Fundraiser: The Christmas Tree Lot Committee is looking for 4 new members. Parents of incoming Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors are needed to share the work and carry on this popular fundraiser. Requires some work for about 2 months in the fall. Email Carol Eaton-Brandenburg at president@marchingterriers.com if you are willing to help.
- Ongoing Fundraisers:
Booster Business:
- 2-Click: Remember to use 2-Click Fundraising for your online purchases; the band gets a cut of the profits on your purchases, without additional cost to you. Budget-friendly and convenient orders from Amazon.com and Walmart's site to store can make your dollars earn more for your family!
- Kroger Cards: Kroger Cards have brought in over $3000 for the Boosters and students, with no additional costs or hassle to the program users. Instructions for registering your card are on our Fundraising Page. You can earn 2x Fuel Points this summer by signing up here. After register your card with the Community Rewards program, Email Carol Eaton-Brandenburg at president@marchingterriers.com to make sure your student gets their benefit.
- Quatro's $10 Gift Cards are still available for purchase. The program has brought in over $1300 for the 2014-15 school year, and the remaining cards are pure profit. Email Carol Eaton-Brandenburg at president@marchingterriers.com if you would like some.
- Larry's House of Cakes Cards are still available for purchase for $10. Each card is good for a dozen treats (cookies, cupcakes, or brownies). Email Carol Eaton-Brandenburg at president@marchingterriers.com if you would like some.
- Secretary: View minutes of the April meeting here.
- Treasurer: The Branson Trip was slightly over budget as the Swing-Around meal wasn't originally planned. Still, it was within $120 and there is money in the Booster's Band Trip budget to cover the added expense.
- Finance Committee and Annual Budget: The budget for 2015-16 was voted on and passed. The Finance Committee will meet again this month for an audit meeting.
- National Booster Club Training Council (NBCTC): Our membership has come though, and we are sending the check for the insurance this week.
- Band Camp: This will be Kathie Rigney's last year for organizing meals, snacks, and other Booster sponsored support for Band Camp. If you would like to help out, a little or a lot, Email Carol Eaton-Brandenburg at president@marchingterriers.com.
- Summer Booster Meeting: We will only have one meeting this summer, an Organizational meeting with Orientation information for parents and supporters that would like to be involved in the 2015-16 school year. The meeting will be on a Tuesday night during practice, the exact date and time TBA.