September 9, 2019

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Mums Order Pick-up - Tuesday, Sept. 10 
IMPORTANT:  Pick-up will be on the SOUTH SIDE OF THE CAMPUS ON THE PRACTICE LOT.
Pick up your mum fundraiser orders on Tuesday between 5:30-7:00pm. We still need help with unloading the plants and organizing the orders. There are two shifts: 3:30-5:30pm, and 5:30-7pm. Please click here to sign up. Please contact Travis Sears - vpwaysandmeans@fcbands.org - with any questions. 

Upcoming Performances

Halftime of Zionsville Football Game - Friday, September 13
Things to know:

1. Students need to bring their show shirts, black socks, athletic shorts and shoes with them to school since they will begin rehearsal at 1:30pm and practice up to the tailgate dinner and the pregame festivities.
2. Band families are invited to join our tailgating party at 4:30pm at the east side of the Annex (map below). Remember to bring blankets, chairs, and FC gear. Let's get together to celebrate our band and the FC football team's great season!
3. The tailgate menu is Walking Tacos! Every class is asked to donate something for the meal. 8th graders and freshman: bagged shredded lettuce or sliced green onions. Sophomores: Frito-style chips. Juniors: desserts. Seniors: shredded cheese or sour cream. Please drop off donations on Thursday in the prop room.
4. We still need volunteers to help with the tailgate and we need 6 more crockpots of taco meat. Sign up here.  
5. Thank you to the parent volunteers of the Spirit and Food Committees for hosting our tailgates!
6. The band will play the national anthem and FC Fight Song before kick off. At halftime, when they perform their show, cheer loud to let them know you recognize how hard they have been working.
7. After the game, once the instruments and props have been put away, the students will be dismissed.

Competition at Lawrence Central HS - Saturday, September 14
Things to know:

1. See the itinerary below for the competition day schedule!
   
2. The school is located at 7300 E 56th St, Indianapolis, IN 46226. Allow about an hour for travel and finding your seat.
3. Please note that Southbound 465 is closed between I-70 and I-65 South, so be aware that you will need to take an alternate route home.
4. Wear your Marching Flashes gear, show logo merchandise, or anything representing FC. Bring some noise makers too!
5. When you're searching for a seat, look for our logos and spirit gear - this is your band family and you can sit with them.
6. Cheer for every band that performs, but cheer louder for our students. This is your chance to let all of our students know how proud you are! GET LOUD!
7. Set up your cell phone number and cell carrier name in Cut Time to stay informed on exact times the school buses will depart the competition site and when they'll arrive at the school. Visit https://cuttime.net/signin.cfm - and select "Forgot your Password" or read this blog post for more info.
8. When you come to FC to pick up your student after the competition, they will not be released until the trucks and semi trailer have been unloaded. If you are able, please help unload. This means the kids will be released quicker AND you'll be a hero!

Click the itinerary for the full version!

Marching Flashes Spirit

Show Merch - Store closes forever this Tuesday
​The show merch store is open and will close on Tuesday, September 10. The students have already received one free show shirt. It's nice to have an extra shirt, and don't forget patches for letter jackets! Purchase show merchandise here.

Jackets, Decals, and Signs - Due to arrive this week
If you ordered FC Bands jackets, vehicle decals, or yard signs, check Facebook for details about delivery later this week!

Band Buttons - Orders due Saturday
Order your band buttons.  Download the order form Now. Please Note: Color Guard is waiting for uniforms before taking photos. Orders are due by Saturday, September 14.

Homecoming Parade - Candy Donations Needed
The Spirit Committee is building a float to represent the band and they are asking for candy donations. There will be a bin marked “Parade Candy” outside of the prop room. Please drop off candy donations by Tuesday, September 24. More details about the Parade will follow.

​Bandcoming - Sunday, Sept. 29
Event will be on Sunday, September 29 from 1-4pm at Southeastway Park in Shelter 6. All students are invited to attend. Freshman and Juniors – please bring a sweet snack to share. Sophomores and Seniors – please bring a salty snack to share. Students are encouraged to bring outdoor games including cornhole, badminton, frisbees, etc. The Spirit Committee will chaperone the event. 

Fundraising

Trailer Donation Drive Begins Sept. 16 
What is the goal of the donation drive?
We need to raise $20,000 with this three-week event towards the upgrades to our new semi-trailer.
 
When is the donation drive?
The kick-off is Monday, September 16. The fundraiser ends on Monday, October 7.
 
How does this work and what happens next?
There are several pieces to the donation drive that will lead to ultimate success.

• There will be a webpage that states the purpose and giving levels from $25 to $1000. Donations can be made by credit card or sent directly to the band office deposit box. Businesses will receive sponsorship benefits for their contributions.
• The webpage will feature a video of the students and photos that have been taken during practice, football games and competitions.  You’ll know why these donations are needed.
• The band directors will work with the students to collect email addresses of friends, family, and other contacts with the purpose of sending these contacts an advertisement with the above information.
• Donation advertisements will be posted to social media for band families to share with their Facebook friends.​  

Spirit Night at Flashbacks - Thursday, September 19
September's Spirit Night is Thursday, September 19 at Flashbacks. Save the date and plan to enjoy great food while supporting the band. More information will be coming soon! 

Christmas Ornaments Fundraiser - Begins Nov. 11

• Order Form sales begin on Monday, November 11. 
• Money will be due December 2. 
• Online store will sell the same ornaments. 
• Sign-up to sell ornaments at a band concert – sign-up will be available in October.
• Student receives $7 per ornament! 

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Help Needed with Raffle Drawings
If you have experience organizing raffles and would like to assist with the band’s raffles OR you have no experience with raffles and want to help, contact Travis Sears. 

We Need YOU - Volunteer with the Band 
Learn about how YOU can make an impact on the band program! Take the volunteer survey

2019 Holiday Craft Fair - Nov. 23
The 2019 Holiday Craft Fair Committee is currently accepting vendor applications. Do you know anyone who would be interested in showcasing their talent at the event?  Please direct them to the craft fair webpage to learn more about this opportunity or to complete an application. 

Take a sneak peek at the vendors we have accepted this week in the video below! 

​We Need Your Help!
Please help us spread the word about the 2019 Holiday Craft Fair by sharing the event on your personal Facebook page, posting the flyer at work, and inviting all of your family and friends to attend.

2020 Mattress Sale - Save the Date!
The Mattress Sale is Sunday, February 23! Delay your mattress purchase - and tell your friends. For each mattress sold with your band students name, your band account will receive a direct deposit. Plan to attend the parent meeting on January 30, 2020 - if we have 100 people attend, the band has a chance to win $100.

Did You Know...

There is a Thank Scriping day coming up on Thursday, September 12! Shop with Scrip  on this day to earn bonus rebates up to 21%. You must have an online account to take advantage: Shop with Scrip and Save for Band!
Many band families fund their band accounts with Scrip.  You purchase gift cards for items you regularly purchase like gasoline or groceries and a percentage of the purchase is deposited into your band account. Grandparents, Aunts & Uncles, and family friends can sign up and their purchases will benefit your band student!

Mark Your Calendars​​
​(Take a screenshot of this list!)

• PepWear store is open through Tuesday, September 10
• Mums Pickup - Tuesday, September 10 from 5:30pm - 7:00pm @ FC
• Practice for Guard, Percussion & Winds from 7:15-9pm on Thursday, September 12 (due to FC Parent-Teacher Conferences)
• Thank Scriping Day! - Thursday, September 12
• Football Game and Tailgate party - Friday, September 13 @ FC
• Band Competition - Saturday, September 14 @ Lawrence Central HS
• Band Button Forms are Due - Saturday, September 14 (Color Guard buttons will be available later)
• Trailer Donation Drive Kickoff - Monday, September 16
• Spirit Night - Thursday, September 19 @ Flashbacks
• Band Parent Meeting - Thursday, September 19 at 7:30pm @ FC
• Band Competition - Saturday, September 21 @ Avon HS
• Homecoming Parade Candy Donations Due - by Tuesday, September 24 @ Prop Room bin marked "Parade Candy"
• Fall Band Concert - Wednesday, September 25 at 7:30pm @ FC
• Homecoming Parade - Thursday, September 26 @ Downtown Wannamaker
• 8th Grader Night/Football/Tailgate - Friday, September 27 @ FC
• Band Competition - Saturday, September 28 @ Fishers HS
• Bandcoming - Sunday, September 29 from 1-4pm @ Southeastway Park, Shelter 6
• Visit the Band Calendar