Band New Flash August 5, 2019

8/4/2019

Welcome to this week's News Flash! This is everything you need to know about Franklin Central Band right now.

When does practice end?

We've been getting this question many times in the past week since transitioning from summer practice times to the normal school schedule. All practice dates and times are posted to the band calendar on fcbands.org But in case you need something to hang on the fridge, Click this image for full details of what to expect during a typical week.

Senior Banner Photos!

We will be taking photos of seniors wearing the jacket for the Senior Banners that will hang on the fence at the stadium. Cost is $40
Dates:
Tuesday, August 13 - Color Guard and Marching Band
Thursday, August 15 - Marching Band

These banners are perfect for the graduation party "shrine". It's okay to cry.

2019 Mum Fundraiser

The most important date to remember is Friday, August 16, All Money and Order Forms are due. Please verify that your check to FCBB matches the number of plants on the order form.

As of now, there have been about 50 plants purchased on the web store. It's easy to use, but please know the band boosters will not deliver. Online orders will be combined with your order form. It is the responsibility of the band families to pick up the mums on Tuesday, September 10.

Click here for more information

Buy Your Decal and Yard Sign Today!

The FC Band Spirit store is now open. You have two weeks to pick up a personalized decal or yard sign proclaiming your pride for your Marching Flash. Check out the monogrammed jacks for students and band parents. These are perfect for those brisk October evenings sitting in the stands cheering for our favorite band.

Click Here to start shopping

We will be taking orders from Monday, August 5 to Monday, August 19.

All merchandise will be delivered to Mr. Ellinger on the week of September 3rd.

ONE MORE OFFER!!!

If you'd like to purchase a large vinyl banner with your student's name, Click Here. This is offered by the high school, not the band.

Email Communications and Text Notifications

We are excited to announce the transition from Charms and Remind to a single system called Cut Time. This software product was created by the same company that supplies software to Drum Corp International and to most DCI teams. To begin with, FC will be using Cut Time for the Calendar and for contact information - Addresses, phones and email accounts. More features will be rolled out later in the year.

Do you want to receive emails and texts from the band with critical information about performances, schedule changes and emergency updates? If you've given us your contact information in the past you are likely already setup in Cut Time.

If you think we already have your contact information, do this.

Go to Cut Time Login page
Click "Forgot Your Password?"
Enter your Email Address
Do the robot test
Click "Reset my Password"
Check your email inbox for an email from info@cuttime.net (it may be in your junk or spam folder)
In the email, click "Create a New Cut Time Password"
All Done.

Please update your contact information and verify your cell phone number and update the Carrier name. When you save the screen, it will require a birthday. We do not need your birthday, just enter 01/01/1980. The birthday tells Cut Time whether you're a child or an adult then adjusts what features the account has access to use.

If you tried the previous step and did not receive an email or you're unsure whether you're setup, please send an email to cuttime@fcbands.org.
Please include the following:

Your Name and the name of any other parent/guard
Email addresses
Cell phone number and carrier names
Student name(s)
Birthday and Grade level
Home address

If you have any questions, please contact cuttime@fcbands.org.

Are you missing out?

Have you heard about the Spirit Committee? Props? Food? It only takes 2 minutes to fill out the volunteer survey and a team lead will contact you. Click here to get started!