February News

Calendar Ticket sales will begin in March and winners will be announced daily in April.

From now until February 24th, Band Boosters will collect donations for calendar prizes! If every band family donates at least $10 we will have great prizes to offer!! Donations can be in the form of gift cards, certificates, baskets, or cash!

Students may bring donations in an envelop marked "Calendar Fundraiser" and give them to Mr. Dubbert, or place them in the blue bin in Mr. Barbaro's office. We can also accept Venmo @Amherst-BandBoosters http://account.venmo.com/u/Amherst-BandBoosters Please include "Calendar Fundraiser" in the Venmo comments.

If you have any questions or larger gift basket type items, please text Deanna Sauer at 440-821-5576 or email band_boosters@amherstk12.org

The last Disney Payment is due on February 15th.

We CANNOT be late with the final payment because the money has to be sent to Disney!

If you varied from the payment schedule and are unsure of your outstanding balance, please contact Mr. Barbaro to avoid any discrepancies or over payments.

If you have any other issues or concerns regarding Disney payments, please contact Mr. Barbaro at chris_barbaro@amherstk12.org

Join us Monday, March 4th at 7 PM in the Steele Gymnasium (south end of the building) for an evening showcasing talented young musicians from AJH and Steele.

$3 admission by cash, check or Venmo.

Band Boosters will be in the South Lobby before and after the performance for Calendar Ticket Sales!

Please make sure your student's Final Forms are up to date by Tuesday, March 6th.

Hard copies are made and travel with us to Disney.

Check/update info here: amherst-oh.finalforms.com

Amherst Marching Comets will perform on Sunday, March 24th BEFORE the 3 PM Festival of Fantasy Parade. Step off is around 2 PM

We recommend checking out some of the viewing locations an hour or 2 prior to showtime.

Check out more info on the Disney Parade here: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/entertainment/magic-kingdom/festival-fantasy-parade

Band Boosters are set to help out with Steele Concessions!

The Choir manages concession stand operations for all Steele Comets' activities. If they are unable to fill the positions needed with Choir parents, Band Boosters will send an email/post a sign up on social media for Band parent help! If you fill a volunteer position, please include "band" by your name to ensure funding is properly distributed.

Amherst Band Boosters has partnered with Great Lakes Apparel to offer you some amazing clothing options! If you have any logo or item suggestions we'd love to hear from you!

Contact us at band_boosters@amherstk12.org

Check out our Facebook pages!

https://www.facebook.com/amherstmarchingcomets https://www.facebook.com/marchingcometsphotos

and follow us on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/amherstbandboosters/

See us on YouTube here:

https://www.youtube.com/@AmherstMarchingComets

and here:

https://www.youtube.com/@CometsLive

Booster Meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of every month. Meetings are a great way to stay informed about what's happening with band students of every grade level. This is also when we make plans for upcoming events!

Everyone is welcome and we'd love your input!!

Our next meeting is Tuesday, February 27th, at 6:30 PM in the Steele Band Room.

Join our Booster mailing list by sending the email address in the body of an email to band_boosters@amherstk12.org

The band app has been a lifesaver in keeping us organized and allowing us to share information and great photos with each other! All current Marching Band PARENTS/GUARDIANS are encouraged to join. For privacy reasons, you'll be asked your name and your student's name prior to joining.

Students may not join. Incoming Freshman parents are invited to join in June! We'll help keep all the band camp info organized for you!

https://band.us/@amcbandboosters

One of the most useful features has been the calendar! If you click on any event it will give you more details such as Uniform Report Times, Cheerleader themes, links for tickets, and directions for away games.

ANYONE can add this calendar URL to another calendar such as Google Calendar, iCal and MS Outlook via the 'Add by URL' or 'Subscribe' options by pasting all of the text in bold below:

webcal://api.band.us/ical?token=aAAxADgzNTNkNjNIZWFjZTE4Mzg1OWEyMDkyMzc4MDhmYTA0MjAwMWNkNTg

The Amherst Band Boosters is a 501(c)3 non-profit, volunteer-based organization. The Booster's mission is to support the Amherst Exempted Village School District's band program and provide a positive and enriching experience to band students at all grade levels. This is possible thanks to fundraising and community donations.

The Booster funds help provide for all grade levels of the band program beyond the district's allocated budget. Some examples include:

Capital expenditures

• Instrument purchases and maintenance

• Purchase and maintenance of Steele's concert attire

• Purchase and maintenance of marching band uniforms

• Music licensing fees and books

Transportation

• Trailer customization for secure instrument and supply transportation

• Maintenance and repairs for the trailer

• Gas and tolls to transport the instruments and supplies

Student experiences

• Snacks and treats

• Student dinners and parties

• Band Camp Spirit Week

• Awards

Competitions

• OMEA fees for all grades 5-12

• AMC drill & choreography fees

• AMC color guard flags

The Boosters are also able to organize chaperones and volunteers to support the bands with events such as:

• Home and away football games for AMC

• Year-round competition shows for Steele and AJH

• Concerts for all grade levels

• Band camp for AMC

The Band Boosters are vital to the Amherst Exempted Village School District's successful band program. Families of band students in any grade level are encouraged to participate in Band Boosters to help create an enriching and successful experience for their students.

Not to be confused with Pay To Play money, which is paid to the school district, NOT the band or other activities the students participate in. Pay To Play money is used to provide building and grounds maintenance, transportation, utilities, supplies, coaching contracts, and more for the

school district.

Donation letters are available upon request with any donation made.

Contact us!

Thu Feb 15: Last Disney payment due (more info in the link)

https://band.us/band/87597135/schedule/4%2F87597135%2F279759670%2F19700101

Sat Feb 24: Lorain County Solo and Ensemble Contest

Tue Feb 27: Booster Meeting 6:30 PM Steele Band Room

Fri Mar 1: Calendar Raffle Ticket Sales start!!

Mon Mar 4: Festival of Bands 7 PM, Steele Gym. Featuring AJH & Steele bands. $3 admission

Wed Mar 6: Last check of Final Forms & Disney not-returning form due (more info in the link)

https://band.us/band/87597135/schedule/4%2F87597135%2F324363560%2F19700101

Fri Mar 8: Wind Ensemble to OMEA Large Group

Sat Mar 9: Symphonic Band to OMEA Large Group

Wed Mar 20: Family First Night!

Fri Mar 22-28: AMC fun in Disney!! (more info in the link)

https://band.us/band/87597135/schedule/4%2F87597135%2F239431393%2F19700101

If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions you can

email us anytime at band_boosters@amherstk12.org

Check out our Facebook pages too!

https://www.facebook.com/amherstmarchingcomets https://www.facebook.com/marchingcometsphotos

and follow us on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/amherstbandboosters/

See us on YouTube here:

https://www.youtube.com/@AmherstMarchingComets

and here:

https://www.youtube.com/@CometsLive

We love to get donations and fan mail sent to us at:

Amherst Band Boosters

P.O. Box 944

Amherst, OH 44001