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BOF DECEMBER NEWS

Dear Members, Families, and Supporters,

As we close the 2025 marching band season, I’m incredibly proud of all we’ve accomplished together. Our new competition schedule pushed us to grow, adapt, and raise our standards, and every performance reflected the passion and dedication of our students, staff, and supporters.

As we move into the Spring Semester, we’re excited for new opportunities to create, perform, and continue building on the momentum of this year.

Thank you to our students, parents, and supporters for being the heart of this program. Whether you performed, volunteered, or cheered us on, your support made this season truly memorable!

With the holiday season approaching, I wish you joy, rest, and time with loved ones. Here’s to a remarkable 2026 and the music we’ll continue to make together.

Let’s Go Band of Fury!

Mr. Tillman

December Events (See calendar for specific times)

Dec 1 (Mon) - Concert Band Fee Due - $75

Dec 2 (Tue) - Christmas Tree Lighting (call 5:15 pm, perform 5:45 pm)

Dec 3 (Wed) - Fountain Inn Christmas Parade

Dec 11 (Thu) - Winter Concert (6:00 pm)

Dec 13 (Sat) - Breakfast with Santa Fundraiser (9-11 am)

Dec 22 - Jan 5 - Winter Break

Upcoming Events

Jan 10 (Sat) - Region Band Auditions

Jan 17 (Sat) - Inclement Weather Region Band Auditions

Jan 20 (Tue) - High School County Band Auditions

Jan 24 (Sat) - All-State Auditions - All-State Jazz Band Auditions

Monthly Highlights

Christmas Tree Lighting (optional)

Participating students should plan to meet with their instrument/music and stand at 5:15 pm at the SPLASH PAD in downtown Fountain Inn. We will perform from 5:45 until 6:00 pm. Students are dismissed after the performance. Dress in your BOF Hoodie or other Fountain Inn Gear.

Fountain Inn Christmas Parade

All Marching Band students perform in the Christmas Parade on Wednesday, Dec. 4. Meet in the band room after school to change.

• Winds/Percussion: Full marching uniform, shoes, black gloves, Red/White SANTA HATS. It will be cold! - You may wear wear pants and a longsleeved shirt underneath your uniform.

• Color Guard: Christmas sweater, black pants, black shoes Red/White SANTA HATS.

ITINERARY

• Walk to the Younts Center at 4:30 p.m.; parade starts at 5:30 p.m. We are 17/102 so we should be done pretty quickly.

• After finishing, meet at O’Reilly Auto Parts, then return to the band room.

• Parents should help transport students back, or they may walk with staff.

• Band room open until ~7:00 p.m. for equipment drop-off and changing.

Winter Concert

• Thursday, December 11th - 6:00 pm in the FIHS Auditorium.
• Please make sure you have the correct attire. Black socks, black belt, black dress shoes.

We are partnering with Student Council to provide donations.

This year, we’re partnering with Student Council to support our community. ❤️

Admission: Please bring heated canned goods to donate, such as:

• Chef Boyardee / Spaghettios

• Soup

• Canned meat (chicken, tuna, spam)

• Crackers

Breakfast With Santa Fundraiser

(Also see post in News below) - Saturday, December 13th - Band and Chorus will partner together to bring this for our community. You're invited to Breakfast With Santa!! OPEN TO ALL!!

Package Options - Purchase HERE

• Saturday, December 13th
• 9:00 am - 11:00 am
• Fountain Inn First Baptist
• 206 N. Weston St. Fountain Inn, SC 29644

Band Collage Pictures

To order View/Pictures (Coming Soon)

• Go to https://shealyphotography.gotphoto.com/login
• Check announcements in BoosterHub Annoucements for the ACCESS CODE.
• Check your student’s name for accuracy on the keepsake collage.
• We will receive a complimentary framed wall collage if 35% of families participate.

PRICE LIST (as of 10/13/2025)

Professional Retouching

• Price Professional retouching - $8.00

Prints

• Print 8x10 - $25.00
• Print Set of 4-3.5x5 - $25.00
• Print Set of 2-5x7 - $25.00
• Multi Print 8 Wallets (2.5x3.5) - $25.00
• Group Print 8x10 - $25.00

Product Packages

Ultimate Package - $95.00

• 2 x Print 8x10 (Individual photos)
• 2 x Print Set of 2-5x7 (Individual photos)
• 1 x Multi Print 8 Wallets (2.5x3.5) (Individual photos)
• 1 x Photo Download original size (Individual photos)

Deluxe Package - $75.00

• 2 x Print 8x10 (Individual photos)
• 1 x Print Set of 4-3.5x5 (Individual photos)
• 2 x Print Set of 2-5x7 (Individual photos)
• 1 x Multi Print 8 Wallets (2.5x3.5) (Individual photos)

Classic Package - $65.00

• 2 x Print 8x10 (Individual photos)
• 1 x Print Set of 2-5x7 (Individual photos)
• 1 x Multi Print 8 Wallets (2.5x3.5) (Individual photos)

Basic Package - $55.00

• 1 x Print Set of 2-5x7 (Individual photos)
• 1 x Multi Print 8 Wallets (2.5x3.5) (Individual photos)

Downloads

• Photo Download original size - $45.00
• Download all photos - $75.00

Gifts

• Magnet 4x5 4x5 magnet - $10.00
• Metal Ornament :: Luxe Standard $20.00

Shealy Photography

Phone: +1 803-206-8595

Email: jessie@shealyphotography.com

Marching Band 2026

Students interested in training for Leadership/or auditioning for Drum Major should email Mr. Tillman to join the Leadership Google Classroom. Joining does NOT guarantee a spot in leadership but is designed to give you training when we begin the selection process.

25-26 Winter Guard at Hillcrest HS

Congratulations to the following students for making the 2026 team!

Varsity

• Summer Balding, Adriane Floyd, Bella Hester, Malachi Nutt

Junior Varsity

• Olivia Braswell, Mara Homiszczak, Camden Rogers, Jessica Rucker, Jakara Shumate, Molly Tipton

Clinics and Visits

• Tuba Christmas - See link for more information

Orange Sky Trip - Strings/Band Students

• FUNDAISER - Classic Cookies planned fundraiser for December 2-16 - DETAILS COMING THIS WEEK!
• https://orangeskytravel.com/200072 - Please keep up with your payments! We are planning a fundraiser in December for the trip.

Chocolate Fundraiser Money Due

All money is PAST DUE online in BoosterHub by November 18. No cash or checks. Check your invoice in your account.

Concert Band Class Fees

$75 Class Dues due in BoosterHub by December 1st. Covers registrations, transportation, and select meals for concert band events. 

Communication

• Current members - Signup for BoosterHub to receive Announcements and Volunteer
• Level 2 Volunteer Sign up
• Email Mr. Tillman to sign up for Remind and Band App
• Check out our Social Media on Instagram and Facebook

Who are we? BAND OF FURY!!