Timing & Attendance

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Your student will need your support to be on time.  Make sure alarms are set, and arrange whatever transportation is needed.  There are a lot of band students and parents, so consider reaching out to other parents to carpool if you have conflicts that would prevent your student from being where they need to be on time.  Consistent attendance not only counts toward student grades, but is the key to student success in Band and Color Guard.  We understand that occasional issues might prevent your student from attending an event or practice. Please communicate with the Band Director to ensure that your student does not fall behind. 

 

Most of the band's practice time is after school for approximately 9-10 total hours a week, similar to a team sport.  The band attends and plays at most home football games on Friday nights in the Fall semester, and there are tournaments several Saturday's October and November.  The Fall semester is fast paced and a busy time for the Band.   Winter semester continues with a tournament schedule for students who choose to be in Winter Guard and Drumline.  ​

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Fair Share Contributions and Fundraising

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Running an elite band program like the Rhythm of the Ranch takes funding.  The RBV Band Booster's goal is to provide the most support that we can each year, and students are asked to participate in fundraising efforts.  The annual cost of the program is typically between $250,000-$300,000.  By spreading the word, volunteering and participating, parents can help get keep sponsorship and donation numbers up - allowing us to have a well funded Band program. These funds help cover things like props, coaching, music, tournament entries, uniforms and beyond, and help offset the cost to individual students that our district or school may not cover. ​ The more successful fundraising efforts are, the more the band can do!  Additional enriching events like parades and trips are something we strive to include in the program every year. 

 

So how do we raise funds? 

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• Fair Share Contributions

• Events

• Corporate Sponsors
• Merchandise Sales
• Concession Sales
• RaiseRight
• Other Fundraising - dine outs, cookie dough sales, calendar pick a date fundraisers, and more.
• District and School Support
• Charitable Donations

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What is a Fair Share Contribution? 

This is a suggested donation amount needed to ensure that we have baseline expenses covered for student's participating in the program.  Each student will have an account, with a suggested donation amount typically between $500-700 for the Fall semester.  Students will be encouraged to ask friends and family to donate to their account starting in summer, but it is never too late to contribute.  Please be on the lookout for more information on how to make payments.  There are also easy to qualify for scholarships offered by the district that can cover a large portion of your student's fair share. 

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What is RaiseRight? 

If you eat out or shop - you can buy gift certificates for your favorite restaurants and stores, or shop online through RaiseRight and a portion of those sales go to the band!   Sign up, use code BCE9575E1L17L to find our program, and don't forget to check RaiseRight before you shop.  

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What Events Raise Funds? 

We host two tournaments which are a major part of our annual fundraising efforts.  In particular our Premier Field Tournament has grown over the years to be one of the largest tournaments in the region. Our annual POPs concert is also a vital part of ensuring that we end the year well funded.  Ticket, concessions, program and merchandise sales support the band through these events.  These larger events are entirely student and volunteer run.  Your helping hands make them possible! 

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Other Fundraising

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The RBV Band Boosters raise funds year round through corporate sponsorship, spirit wear and concession sales, and other fundraisers that may be led by students or come in the form of gift cards sales, dine out nights and more. 

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VOLUNTEERING

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The Band is supported by the Band Boosters.  This team of volunteers are the gears that keep the program running successfully, from raising funds to keeping kids hydrated, and everything in between. This is a fantastic way to support the students and get involved with the band.  We have a couple of home football games that we sell concessions at to help raise funds each year, tournaments need roadies, chaperones, concession workers, ticket sellers, crowd control, and more.

 

Even if you can volunteer for just a few hours or cannot physically volunteer but can contribute in other ways, we would love to have your help.  Every hour makes a difference!  Please be on the look out for information on how to volunteer and sign-ups throughout the year. Our home field tournament and annual spring Pops concerts are major events, and volunteers are always needed!  If you're interested, please reach out to president@rbvband.org.

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Roadies is a specialized branch of our volunteers, helping the band on the field, providing transportation, building props and more.  Please contact roadies@rbvband.org if you are interested.  

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