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BOF MARCH NEWS

March Events (See calendar for specific times)

Mar 6 - Jazz Performance Assessment at Newberry College (cancelled)

Mar 10, 11 - Strings Host CPA at FIHS

Mar 16-20 - Spring Break Week

Mar 24, 25 - SCBDA CPA at Woodmont HS

Mar 26-27 - Dollywood Trip with Strings

Mar 31 - Winterguard Friends and Family Show at Hillcrest HS

Upcoming Events

Apr 6 - Student/Teacher Holiday 

Apr 14,15,16 - Percussion Auditions 

Apr 17,18 - Solo and Ensemble Hosting at FIHS 

Apr 20,21,23 - Color Guard Auditions

Apr 28 - Spring Concert

Apr 30 - Spring Training 1/4

May 2 - State Concert Band Festival

May 5 - Spring Training 2/4

May 7 - Spring Training 3/4  

May 11 - Band Banquet

May 12 - Spring Training 4/4

May 22 - FIHS Graduation

Monthly Highlights

Band Banquet

Save the Date - May 11, 2026

• Join us as we celebrate all of our student’s accomplishments.  All outstanding dues must be paid in full in order to attend the banquet.  
• Attendance is limited to immediate family only.

Greenville Drive Baseball Game Fundraiser

• Coming soon, the BOF has the opportunity to raise funds for our upcoming season.  This means that Volunteer opportunities to reduce fees will begin. Our first opportunity begins in the month of April.  We will add the opportunities to the BOOSTERHUB calendar.  
• This year we will ask students sections (woodwinds, brass, percussion, guard) to take a volunteer week to volunteer as a section!  
• Be on the lookout for more information!

Open Booster Positions

Serving on a board is a great way to fulfill your VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS.  

Below are the positions we have available.  Please email Rodney Hudson if you are interested in volunteering at rodneyhudson@msn.com

• Executive Board 
• VP of Operations - Requires Board Vote. Oversight of hospitality, Uniform, Chaperone & Concessions ensuring all requirements are met. Works closely with the Engagement team to ensure all volunteer requirements are communicated and announced timely.
• VP of Logistics - Requires Board Vote. Works directly with Pit Crew chairman & band director to determine prop needs and requirements. Coordinates all physical and logistical needs working with the pit crew chairman. (trailers, pit crew, props, field setup). Handles and books vehicle rentals, driver scheduling, and travel logistics working directly with the pit crew chairman. Oversight of the Logistics team, equipment, and safety procedure. Develops performance-day checklists and load-out procedures.
• VP of Engagement - Requires Board Vote. Oversight of committees that recruit, organize, and manage all booster volunteers. Ensures all volunteer requirements are met. Tracks all volunteer hours in Booster Hub. Works with band director, welcomes new parents and helps provide and communicate onboarding info.
• Fundraising Division
• Corporate Sponsorship Coordinator - Develops, plans, and executes all business sponsorship opportunities. Ensures all banners, digital ads, and recognition is delivered per sponsorship agreements. Build relationships with community partners.
• Event Fundraising Coordinator - Develops, Plans, and executes all event based fundraisers (golf tournaments, parades, etc) Works closely with the engagement team to ensure all volunteer requirements are met.
• Community Fundraising Coordinator - Develops, Plans, and executes all community based fundraisers (merry market, aunt het, etc) Works closely with the engagement team to ensure all volunteer requirements are met.
• Student Fundraising Coordinator - Develops, Plans, and executes all student based fundraisers (Calendar, Chocolate, Moneydolly, etc) Drives student engagement and works closely with the engagement team to ensure all parent communication is delivered clearly and timely.
• Merchandise Coordinator - Develops, Plans, and executes all merchandise based fundraising efforts (Home games, Parent meetings, Community events, etc). Works closely with the engagement team to ensure all volunteer requirements are met. Design, Maintain, and manage inventory levels to ensure availability. Ensures timely order delivery of any online sales.
• Grant Coordinator - Develops, Plans, & Executes Grant Applications. Identify new grant opportunities. Ensure compliance with the director and board.
• Logistics Division
• Assistant Pit Chief - Build, Repair, & Maintain props as necessary. Ensures compliance with safety, loadout, and equipment procedures. Drives vehicles to and from events and competitions. 
• Operations Division
• Chaperone Coordinator - Trains and schedules chaperones for trips, games, and competitions. Coordinates with band staff on supervision and safety.
• Concessions Coordinator - Oversees food and beverage sales at events (Greenville Drive, Home Games, Hosted Events, Etc). Recruits volunteers, manages inventory, and ensures food safety compliance. Coordinates with the Treasurer for cash handling and deposits.
• Volunteer & Engagement
• Parent Engagement Coordinator - Provide water & entertainment to parents at all competitions and events. Develop, plan, & host at least 2 social events outside of band events for parent recognition and interaction. Drive booster hub adoption and usage.
• Medical Coordinator - Maintains emergency contacts and health forms. Ensures first aid kits are stocked and accessible at events. Coordinates with trained medical volunteers. Tracks student health concerns for trips (in coordination with staff).
• Finance & Administration
• Assistant Treasurer - Ensures fiscal responsibility and transparency with the board. Trained to succeed current sitting treasurer. Assumes treasurer responsibilities in their absence.

Dollywood Trip

• March 26,27 (Thu, Fri)
• Please check your email for the itinerary!

Concert Band

COUNTY BAND 

• Junior Band Concert - https://youtu.be/NdS5BkqsJoE
• Senior and Wind Ensemble - https://youtu.be/Nzt0-BcV0uo  

OUTSTANDING DUES

• Marching band dues, Chocolate Money, Class Fees due in BoosterHub.

CONCERT PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT @ WOODMONT HS

• We need 2 chaperones for EACH day (total 4).  Please reach out to Mr. Tillman to help.
• Students will wear concert attire.

Symphonic Band (2nd block class) - Tuesday, March 24 

• 2:00 pm Depart FIHS
• 3:00 Warmup 
• 3:30 Stage Performance 
• 4:00 Sight Reading 
• 5:00 Depart Woodmont
• 5:30 Arrive and Dismissal

Wind Ensemble (1st block class) - Wednesday, March 25

• 4:00 pm Depart FIHS
• 5:00 Warmup 
• 5:30 Stage Performance 
• 6:00 Sight Reading 
• 7:00 Depart Woodmont
• 7:30 Arrive and Dismissal

SOLO AND ENSEMBLE HOST SITE

• April 17,18 at FIHS (Fri, Sat)
• Friday - 4-8 pm - approximate times
• Saturday - 8-6 pm approximate times
• More accurate time will be given closer to the event.
• Students will participate in this event.  
• We will need parent help for CONCESSIONS and the tabulation room.

Marching Band

• Percussion Auditions - April 14,15,16 (Tue, Wed, Thu) Band Room - 4:00-6:00 pm
• Guard Auditions - Apr 20,21,23 (Mon, Tue, Thu)  Band Room - 4:15-6:30 pm
• Spring Training - Apr 30, May 5, 7, 12 (Tues, Thurs) - 4:00-6:30 pm
• Band Camp Dates/Times - Listed in the BH Calendar and below in FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER. Please plan vacations around these dates.

2026 Marching Band Google Classroom

• Join Classroom - https://classroom.google.com/c/ODQxMDU4Mjg4MzQ0?cjc=rehfzge4  

2026 Marching Band Dues** (see new student form to update)

$650 - Volunteer - 1 Student/3 Parent

$800 - Non-Volunteer

• (These amounts include some of the overnight trip to a Bands of America Regional Competition)

• **Band fees only cover half of the band budget.  The BOF group will fundraise the remaining amount.  All participation in fundraisers is required to reach our budget.  

• We will not have Winterguard and Winter Percussion programs in the Spring if the Marching Band budget is not met.

• All members will be charged $800.  After volunteer commitment is fulfilled the remaining $150 will be removed from the account. 

Jazz Band

• BOF Jazz Band at JPA is cancelled due to missed school and rehearsal cancellations.

Winterguard

25-26 WINTERGUARD AT HILLCREST HS

Performances - CHECK CWEA WEBSITE FOR TIMES

• Catawba Ridge Premier - January 31st
• Irmo - February 21st
• Mauldin - March 7th
• CWEA Championships: Winthrop Coliseum, Rock Hill, SC
• JV - March 27th - Regional AA
• Varsity - March 29th - Scholastic AA
• Friends and Family Show - March 31st @ 6:30 PM. Location TBD.

Other News

FURMAN CLARINET DAY 

• Saturday, March 28, 2026 - 10AM - 5:30PM
• Furman Clarinet Day is open to all middle and high school clarinet students. Registration fee: $15 (includes lunch) OR $30 (includes lunch and a private lesson)
• Registration and More Information Link https://www.furman.edu/academics/music/camps-conferences/clarinetday/?utm_source=mailpoet&utm_medium=email&utm_source_platform=mailpoet&utm_campaign=furman-music-event-announcement-23 

2026 GAMECOCK JAZZ CAMP 

June 15-17, 2026 

• Gamecock Jazz Camp - School of Music | University of South Carolina

NEWBERRY COLLEGE

• See February Newsletter for more information on scholarships.

Communication

Current members 

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Who are we? BAND OF FURY!!