Letter from Mrs. Blackburn

BJ and All Band Parents,

 

I received  a projected band program budget for review.  Before it is approved I will get the School Board's input.  We are in the process of of limiting fundraiser at OLM School.  A letter campaign may not be possible at this time.  As I have explained to Mr. Humpal, band is important, however it is an extra-curricular activity.  Over the past several years, I have made it clear that we need to limit band performances to local events.  This cuts down on costs, but yet gives the students have the opportunity and experience to be a band member.  I will be having a meeting for all band parents on Wednesday, October 8 at 6:00pm in the auditorium to explain the goals of our OLM Band program.  Hopefully, this will clear up any misunderstandings or concerns you may have.  Please try to attend.

 

Thank you

Mrs. Blackburn

UPDATE

Hello music program,

If you haven't heard, we had one of the best attended booster meetings ever Thursday night.  Almost every seat was filled.  We discussed much and accomplished quite a bit.  It's very encouraging to know how much support our little music program has.  Thank you all who were able to attend and those who were there in spirit.

   

Some things you should know about (& clarification for those who were there); we acquired a new booster staff member to tackle the grant writer's position;  we altered the band budget, voted and approved it for submission to Mrs. Blackburn;  we have a new fundraiser with an official chairperson and assistant ready for approval;  & there's a new way to get info to and from thanks to our new communications director.

   

I will be out of town this Wednesday, October 1st.  I'm sorry but I will need to cancel all music classes that day.  Students are welcome to attend the make-up session on Thursday from 4:40 to 5:40.

 

We've only had 3 students make their $15 down payment for the bulk rate discount on the shoe order:

            Addyson

            Kylie

            Sydney

 

If you would like to take advantage of the discount, we need your deposit as soon as possible.  The remaining balance will be determined by the total number of shoes ordered (the more the merrier) but should not exceed 27.95 +S&H.

 

I have some used shoes in stock for $10 each which may fit the following students:

 

            Teresa 5 childs

            Benicio  5 childs

            Gabriella  5 childs

            Sydney  5 childs

            Tyler N.  5 childs

            Colby  6 1/2 childs

            Vinnie  6 1/2 childs

            Ian  6 1/2 childs

            Sebastien  6 1/2 childs

            Tyler S.  6 1/2 childs

            Jourdenett  7 childs

            Gena  7 1/2 childs

            Gio  7 1/2 childs

            Alexa  7 1/2 childs

            Phumate  7 1/2 childs

            Michael  8 childs

 

First come first serve.  If you see an error in size or you know your child is one of the sizes listed but wasn't mentioned, please let me know as soon as possible and I will make the correction.  Thank you.

Dear Band parents

 

Good evening,

 

It was a pleasure to meet you all today.

 

As you know, I am new to OLM band and learning to understand our role as band parents as well as my new role as the Communications Director (CD)( Mr. Humpal is good at these fancy titles!).

Since I work until 7pm on meeting days, I will communicate with you primarily through email. I promise you that I will not inundate your in boxes:) 

 

I would like to collate your contact information (I know you have given this information earlier. Please one more time!) and other details about what you envision for our band through this google form below: 

 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1XoP192kgHqvh9QKwgPPtLkBlEPA8ahhF_3YENcQyOZU/viewform?usp=send_form

Mr. Humpal and I invite ideas and proposals for the layout plan for our band room. Once the layout is finalized with Mrs. Blackburn's approval, I will send out a Doodle scheduler poll to determine the suitable time for us to come together to get the room organized. It will count towards volunteer hours. Our target is to get this finished by December. Based on the number of volunteers, we could accomplish this in one or two weekends, I hope. 

 

I greatly appreciate your response at the earliest. Thanks for all your love and support for our school and the children.

God bless you immeasurably,
Regards

Maria Kasipalli (Maria Radhika Albert)

SEPTEMBER BAND MEETING

Hello music program,

I hope everyone is well settled in the swing of things now. 

 

There was a super fun pool party Saturday with lots of food (thank you band parents very much).

 

This Thursday is the music program booster meeting from 6:40-8:10 pm in the band room.  

 

A flier went home at the beginning of the month and again all this week.  

 

We would like at least one adult representative from each family in attendance even if you have no intention of becoming a staff member.  

 

All adults present will receive volunteer hours.

Jesus Christ is Lord, Bj

Mandatory Meeting / Uniform Fitting

Hello music program,

There was a flier which went home this week in regards to the mandatory meeting on Thursday, September 4th from 6:40 to 8:40 pm in the band room.

We would like to fit the students for a band uniform and get some information out regarding upcoming performances, competitions and events.

We may be able to dismiss students early but that would depend on a few things:
      arrival time of the students (first come first serve),
     number of students present,
     number of helpful adults present,
     how well students follow instructions,
     how long each student takes to get dressed,
     how well behaved the students are, etc.

It might make things go a little faster if your child can wear a modest outfit with no buttons, pockets, sleeves or collars (like P.E. clothes?) which will allow them to slip in and out of their band uniform without needing to leave the room.  

If any of you are available to stay the whole time to help move things along, it would be much appreciated.

   

Also emailed was the uniform agreement.  If you are able, please print one out & fill in the appropriate information prior to the meeting.  

 

You're welcome to bring your checkbook as we will be asking for a $25 donation made out to OLM for the cleaning, maintenance and usage fee for the uniforms.  

 

There is also some used band shoes for sale at a discounted rate of $10 if you'd rather not spend more money on new ones.  

 

I included information in an attachment about the shoes  in the email.  It's possible you might be able to find a better deal online but be sure they are specifically the "Pinnacle Marching Shoe" by "Style Plus" in black or "The IMPULSE Guard and Dance Shoe-White" also by "Style Plus".  

 

If I can get 8 or more to agree to a bulk order of new shoes, we could make a single purchase with the band account and save a little on the new shoes with a bulk rate discount.  I would just need your child's shoe size and a $15 down payment made out to OLM (the remaining balance will be determined by the total number of shoes ordered).

 

I know adding another purchase to everything else you're already doing is stressful so we can accept a few partial payments, or if you prefer a total payment at a later date however, the sooner the better. 

 

We're only allowed one fundraiser a year and that's not until February so we could use all the help we can get.

 

I'm excited about how much God has blessed this little music program this year.  We have more than doubled since last year!  With your help and especially prayers, we can continue to grow in ability and success.

Jesus Christ is Lord,

Bj