Austin High School Maroon Band News
February 24 - March 2, 2019
Band Booster Nominations
The Nominating Committee is searching for persons interested in serving on the Band Boosters Executive Board. There are three positions that need to be filled: President Elect, Vice President Elect and Treasurer Elect.
If you are interested in a leadership position or would like to nominate another band booster parent, please contact the members of the nominating committee below:
Armando Ybarra: ajybarra@aol.com
Lee Latimer: llatimer@loanscience.com
Mario Tenorio: mtenorio@austincc.edu
You can find more details about the positions and the responsibilities below. Also, please feel free to contact any current board member to learn more about the positions. Nominees will be presented at our next booster meeting on March 12, 2019.
President Elect
1. Act as aide to the President.
2. Perform the duties of the President in the absence of that officer.
3. Be a signatory on all Boosters bank accounts. Ensure all checks are signed by two authorized officers.
4. Oversee the activities and needs of the following committees: ACL Parking; UIL Marching Contest; Game Day Meals; Winter Dinner, Dance & Auction.
5. Perform other duties as delegated by the President or the Board.
Vice President Elect
1. Shall assist the Vice President, as requested.
2. Oversee the activities and needs of the following committees: Summer Band Maintenance; Nominating Committee; Hospitality; Uniform Maintenance; Color Guard.
3. Perform other duties as delegated by the President or the Board.
Treasurer Elect
1. Responsible for handling student accounts.
2. Be a signatory on all Boosters bank accounts. Ensure all checks are signed by two authorized officers.
3. Assist the Treasurer in the performance of his/her duties.
4. Must be willing to assume the responsibility of Treasurer after one year of service.
5. Enter all student financial information on Charms.
6. Perform other duties as delegated by the President or the Board.
Pre-UIL Competition
Winter Guard Competition
March 2
Akins Show
March 9
Lehman Show
March 23
Area Show
March 30
State Show
Save Our Stage
Information provided by Annie Dragoo ---The "Save Our Stage" campaign to enhance the Austin High PAC is underway. Everyone who donates to the "Save Our Stage" fund, will be listed on a sign in the lobby.
Sponsor $25
Supporter $50
Sustainer $75
Patron $100
Director $150
Playwright $200
Benefactor $250
Associate Producer $200
Producer $350
Executive Producer $400
Performing Arts Trustee $500
See link below to make a donation.
Annie Dragoo
Musical Theatre Director
Fine Arts Instructional Coach at Austin High
PAC Coordinator
International Thespian Society Director
Austin High School
2019 Senior Showcase
Amazon Smiles
New to Amazon? Simply create an Amazon account and you will be prompted to select a charity. Each time you login to shop, it will say that your purchases will support the Austin High School Band Boosters, Inc.
For more information about this program, go to: https://smile.amazon.com
Maroon Band News
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Important Upcoming Dates....
Monday, February 25
7:10am - 8:30am - Wind Ensemble: Flute, Clarinet and Trumpet Sectionals
7:15am - 8:45am - Honor Band: Flute, Oboe and Trumpet Sectionals
7:30am - 8:45am - Symphonic Band: Tuba, Bari Sax and Bass Clarinet Sectionals
4:30pm - 6:00pm - Jazz Ensemble Full Rehearsal
Tuesday, February 26
7:10am - 8:30am - Wind Ensemble: Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Horn and Euphonium Sectionals
7:15am - 8:45am - Honor Band: Full w/Percussion
7:30am - 8:45am - Symphonic Band: Alto Sax, Tenor Sax and Horn Sectionals
Wednesday, February 27
7:10am - 8:30am - Wind Ensemble: Full Rehearsal w/Percussion
7:15am - 8:45am - Honor Band: Clarinet, Alto and Horn Sectionals
7:30am - 8:45am - Symphonic Band: Flute and Clarinet Sectionals
Thursday, February 28
7:10am - 8:30am - Wind Ensemble: Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Bari Sax, Trombone and Tuba Sectionals
4:30pm - 5:30pm - Stage Band Full Rehearsal
Friday, March 1
7:10am - 8:30am - Wind Ensemble: Full Orchestra Rehearsal
7:15am - 8:45am - Honor Band: Low WW and Low Brass Sectionals
7:30am - 8:45am - Symphonic Band: Full Rehearsal w/Percussion
Austin High School Maroon Band
Online Information
- Check https://www.charmsoffice.com/ for calendar, financial information, documents, volunteering opportunities, etc.
- School code is “austinhsband”
- You will need student’s id number
- Go to https://austinisd.schoolcashonline.com to create an online account for credit card payments for band/color guard fees.
Email: askahsband@gmail.com
Website: http://www.austinhigh.band/
Location: 1715 Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX, United States
Phone: (512) 414-2505
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SFAMaroonBand/