RUHS Band and Dance Guard

1. RUHS Band and Dance Guard Parent Informational Meeting

2. 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.

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

4. 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

5. 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.

6. 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 • Concerts/Performances • Parades • See separate schedule for dates & always check on website – dates may be subject to change based on availability

7. 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

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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

13. 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

14. 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

15. 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

16. Program Funding Student Program Requirements NewMarching Band Students Compression Shirts $20 Symphonic Band Polo Shirts $21 Guard Students Team Wear $175 Jersey, Jacket, Tank, Leggings, Tennis Shoes