Mission:
The mission of the Oakleaf Band Boosters shall be to support, promote, and provide a solid foundation for the band at Oakleaf High School, its student musicians, directors, and staff in the endeavor of building and sustaining a multi-faceted band program.
Vision:
As an organization, we will strive to increase the support of our Programs by working to decrease the financial burden on each family so that any student with the desire to participate can do so, while increasing the number of opportunities for positive experiences for our Student Musicians.
Increase corporate contributions and sponsorships.
Decrease fundraising by sale of tangible items.
Increase parent participation and volunteerism from within the organization
Increase communication to junior high parent organization.
Make efficient essential operations efficient
Introduction:
The purpose of this information is to provide some guidance as to the activities, expectations, and opportunities available to our student members to help our parent members enable the success of their children and the band program as a whole. Any adults planning to be around the students must communicate with the Directors and must also read through the information on this website as well as the Chaperone/Volunteer Handbook
The parent organization is a volunteer group who provides services, opportunities, and support by raising funds to offset the cost of the operations of the band and its ventures. The organization operates solely under the purview of the Oakleaf High School Director of Bands; the Director will work with and appoint parent volunteers to run major sections of activity (concessions, chaperones, uniform laundry, logistics, fundraising, treasury, historian, event staff, hospitality, etc.).
What is the Parent’s Role in the Band?
Parental support and participation is VITAL to our success! Please support our efforts to provide the best possible educational opportunities and experiences by:
Encouraging active participation in all Band activities
Encouraging practice at home (it is our version of homework!); it is also the only way to progress within the structure of the program.
Supporting (through words and actions) the Band leadership of staff, students, and volunteers (a.k.a. – you can call an administrator with good news too!)
Guiding students to manage their time wisely and complete all school assignments in a timely and professional manner; we hold study halls – encourage their use!
Making sure students are where they need to be, when they need to be. We have an active, though consistent schedule; please follow the schedule closely to make sure your student attends all rehearsals and performances. Our courses and activities are all performance based and those performances are paramount to receiving course credit. Please look through the entire schedule before the season begins and communicate any conflicts with the Director immediately.
Providing financial resources by participating in fundraisers and/or paying all fees on time.
Communicating any questions, concerns, conflicts or problems as soon as they happen; consider us in a long-term relationship (say four years) – don’t leave the bandroom upset or confused – let’s talk. Positive comments are also encouraged if you feel that some aspect of the program is going particularly well.
Attending as many performances as your schedule permits. Teenagers sometimes say they don’t want you there, but the truth is that your presence means a lot to them. In a few years, they will likely not remember their scores or how the band placed, but they will ALWAYS remember that you were there for them.
Logging into our CutTime system ensuring your contact information is up to date so that you will receive calendar updates, etc., is the easiest way to keep up with band activities; in fact, if you are not receiving periodic updates via email, something is awry with your account information!
·VOLUNTEERING to help with dinners, fundraisers, sewing flags, fitting uniforms, moving equipment, building props, organizing carpools, chaperoning, etc. For those who choose to become involved, the band becomes like a second family. We want all of our members to be and feel like part of our family!