This document provides information about the Ralston Valley Music Boosters organization and upcoming events. It introduces the RVMB leadership and describes their mission to financially and physically support the Ralston Valley High School instrumental music program. Major fundraising efforts like King Sooper cards and the annual budget are outlined. The document also details opportunities for parents to volunteer and get involved with committees like uniforms and hospitality. Finally, it shares the marching band schedule for competitions and performances throughout the fall season.

1. 2017 NEW Family Night
Welcome

2. Tonight’s Agenda …
Welcome to Ralston Valley Music Program!
RVMB
◦ Who we are
◦ What we do
◦ How we do it
◦ How YOU can get involved!
◦ Questions & Answers
JIM

3. Who we are …
Membership in the RVMB is open to students in the Music Program, alumni of the
Music Program, parents/guardians and grandparents of students currently
enrolled in the Music Program, the Band Director and his/her assistants, and any
other persons interested in the development of the Music Program.
Please complete the membership form & turn in before leaving tonight
$10 donation (per household)
Donations cover the administrative cost for the Boosters, PO box fees, website
hosting, mailings, copies etc.
JIM

4. Who we are …
OFFICERS
Kelly Watts Head Instrumental Music Director
Jim Yankovich President
Pam Spring Vice-President
Brett Dorny Treasurer
Beth Kelley Secretary
Jay Charness Orchestra Chair
OPEN Band Chair
Valerie Kembel Membership Chair
OPEN Fundraising Chair
JIM
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Trista Walker Merchandise / Concessions
Melanie White King Sooper Cards
Valarie Kembel Fair Share
Laurie Bridges Communications & Social Media
Alisa Conner Webmaster
Joyce Dorny Hospitality
DaNaye Gettel Uniforms
Valarie Kembel Colorado Rockies Liaison
Alisa Conner Sponsorship
Emily Kubacki Butter Braids
Chris Conner Props
OPEN Pit Crew Chair
OPEN Assistant Treasurer
OPEN Transportation / Trailer Coordination
OPEN Awards & Scholarship
OPEN Taste of Colorado

5. What we do …
The Ralston Valley Music Boosters mission is to support and provide assistance in
the quality, enhancement, growth and advancement of the Ralston Valley High
School Instrumental Music Program, it’s students and faculty by volunteering our
personal time to provide support morally, physically and financially.
We support the instrumental music program beyond the support provided by the
School District, student fees & RVHS.
TIME
Volunteering throughout the year
TREASURE
Financial means – Fair Share, Sponsorship, Fundraising etc.
TALENT
Providing resources – pulling trailers, preparing food, building props etc.
PAM

6. What we do …
Ralston Valley Music Boosters support:
◦ Marching Band
◦ Color Guard
◦ Symphonic Band
◦ Wind Ensemble
◦ Pep Band
◦ Percussion Ensemble
◦ Jazz Band I
◦ Jazz Band II
◦ String Orchestra
◦ Concert Orchestra
◦ Chamber Orchestra
◦ Pit Orchestra
PAM

7. What we fund …
RVMB Budget -- 2016 / 2017
Budget ~$50,000 / year
Major Expenses (approximate)
- Marching Season Staff $22,000
- Meals/Refreshments $4,500
- Transportation $3,000
- Trailer Repair/Maintenance $1,000
- Props/Flags $4,300
- Music and Choreography $4,500
- Instrument Repair $3,000
- Misc. Expenses (entry fees, awards) $4,000
**Budget available to all members
JIM

8. How we fund it …
How do we fund the program?
School Budget
Student Fees - $75 – paid at registration
***Primarily funded via the RVMB
Fair Share
Fundraising
Sponsorship
JIM

9. Fair Share
Marching Band is this machine that rolls from one competition to the next and requires muscle,
and money for all the food, clothing, transportation.
In order to support budget expenses, students are asked to pay a portion of the cost.
The Music Boosters raise money through fundraisers year-round to support the music program.
We ask $350 per student, as their “Fair Share”.
Your students participation in Fund Raisers will help them cover the $350 "Fair Share". If it is
better for your family you can write a check, made out to RVMB and get it to Valarie or send in to
PO Box.
Available to you tonight is a loaded KING SOOPERS card. The card is pre-loaded with $5.00, load
this card before grocery shopping, or going to the gas pump and you will be able to pay for your
fair share on the things you get each week anyway.
They can be used at King Soopers for groceries, pharmacy, Starbucks, and gas. They can also
used at Loaf-n -Jug gas stations!
Always keep a little money on the card or it will expire and you`ll have to get a new one.
Gift cards return 5%
fairshare@rvmusic.org
VAL

10. Fundraisers - Raised $40,000 last year
King Soopers – Year round
Butter Braids / Cookie Dough (Spring & Fall)
Rockies games – Summer (as available)
Barnes & Noble (December)
Amazon Smile (Year round)
Taste of Colorado (September)
Music in the parks (Spring)
Miscellaneous: Merchandise, T-shirts / Apparel, Concessions
PAM

11. How we fund it …
We earn approximately 60% of our entire budget through King Soopers cards !
VAL

12. Sponsorship
While Fair Share and Fundraising help us support and provide for our annual expenses; Sponsorship
provides us the opportunity to take the RV Instrumental Music Programs to the next level.
Sponsorship helps us keep our Fair Share costs affordable for our families, while giving us the funds we
need to continue to enhance and grow our programs.
3 Levels of Sponsorship
ALISA
Carolina Blue Level - $1,000
Navy Level - $2,500
Silver Level - $5,000

13. How we fund it …
Fair Share
2017 – 2018 Fair Share amount is $350
Fair Share is not tax deductible
Ways to pay Fair Share:
1. Write a check to RVMB for full amount
2. Pay in 4 easy payments
3. Use King Sooper cards to offset the balance (5% return on spending)
4. Secure a $1,000 Sponsor (minimum)
5. Or any combination of above
VAL

14. How do I get involved …
Like us on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/rvhsmustangsmusic/
Our Website can be found @ www.RV MUSIC.org
Here you can find calendars, directions to events and results from competitions,
photos, and more...
YOU can help the Band in many ways:
Besides signing up for a particular thing like props, fundraising or hospitality.
We are loading and unloading, and loading and unloading.
Parents do the bulk of this as the kids are busy readying for their performance.
Instruments, carts, food, water, uniforms. Like organized chaos.
Sound like fun?
You will enjoy this and your kids, although won`t admit it, love having you there.
LAURIE

15. Hospitality
Hospitality is responsible for “feeding, snacking & watering” the students.
There are lots of ways to get involved with Hospitality.
We always a need people to help before, during and after events.
Help Wanted: Cooks, Bakers, Servers, “Watering Crew” & Clean-up help
Watch for sign up genius and emails to let you know of specific needs for
each event or competition.
Accommodations are made for: gluten free, peanut free and vegetarian
Any questions or special dietary needs, please contact Joyce at
joycedorny@gmail.com
JOYCE

16. Marching Band Committees
Uniforms Committee (No experience necessary!) - Work to get our students outfitted
(uniform, hat, shoes, gloves). On competition days – deal with any ‘wardrobe malfunctions’;
send them on the field polished and shined! ** Co-Chair needed **
Pit Crew – Many volunteers are needed to help load and unload our ‘Pit/Front Ensemble
instruments and equipment into the trailers. On competition days – Many volunteers are
needed to transport/walk all equipment and instruments on & off the field. ** Chair & Co-Chair needed
**
Props Crew – We are always looking for a few good Men and/or Women to help build any props
needed to enhance the show. On competition days – Volunteers are needed to assemble
(as needed), transport/walk all props on & off the field, then disassemble (as needed).
** Co-Chair needed **
Transportation - We have 3 trailers that we use to transport our instruments, equipment
and hospitality items to the various competitions & events throughout the year.
We need folks who have vehicles that can tow, and who have towing experience.
On competition or event days – generally travel in caravan to sites and park in
designated areas. **Plan for an ‘all-day’ event! ** Chair & Co-Chair needed **
DANAYE / PAM

17. Communications
• Sign up for email communication!
• Tell us your email address on the Family Contact Form OR
• email Laurie Bridges at RVHSMusic@yahoo.com
• Signing up for email communication is crucial as important
information and updates will be communicated!
• Please ‘like’ our Facebook Page!
• In addition to email communication, our Facebook Page is also
updated with information, as well as pictures and videos from
concerts, events, competitions, etc.
Go to www.facebook.com and either search for:
‘Ralston Valley High School Music’
Or, visit the following link:
https://www.facebook.com/rvhsmustangsmusic/
• Sign up NOW for text alerts!
Watch email for instructions …
LAURIE

18. Website
• RVMUSIC.ORG
ALISA

19. Watch for:
2017 Show Shirts
Order Now!
Ready in time for the Harvest Parade
RVMB Gear
RV Music gear is available for 2017 - 2018!
Order forms available Now!
Delivered in time for Fall Harvest Parade
Wear your RV Music Gear with pride!
Band Camp
September 14th – 16th (Additional cost)
Disney Spring Break Trip
Spring Break 2018 – Watch for more information…
TRISTA / PAM

20. Marching Band Schedule–Practice / Performance 2017
MAY
11 Rehearsal, parent meeting, percussion auditions
JUNE
18-21 CSU Leadership Camp & Drum Major
26 Captains, Section Leaders, Drum Major 9-12
New Member Clinic 11:30-4
Percussion Rehearsal 1-4
27-30 First Summer Camp 9-4
JULY
18-20 Second Summer Camp 9-4
AUGUST
7-9 Third Summer Camp 9-4
10 Rehearsal 2-5 ,FAMILY BBQ / Show-n-Tell 5-6:30
12 Rehearsal Saturday 9-4
15 Rehearsal 3:30-6:30
17 First day of school, Rehearsal 3:30-6:30
19 Rehearsal Saturday 12-4
26 Rehearsal Saturday 9-4
SEPTEMBER
1 Football Game / Pep Band NAAC Stadium 7:30
9 Harvest Festival PARADE /rehearsal after until 4:00
**Lunch provided by Boosters
14-16 Band Camp leave RV 4:00 pm on 14th
19 COMPETITION -- JEFFCO Stadium 4:00-9:30 pm
23 COMPETITION -- Monarch
30 Rehearsal Saturday 9-4
OCTOBER
6 Football Game - HOMECOMING / Pep Band NAAC Stadium 7:30
7 COMPETITION – Legend
14 Rehearsal Saturday 9-4
17 COMPETITION – Regionals
21 COMPETITION – Arapahoe
25 Rehearsal 3:30 – 6:30
26 LAST rehearsal, Candlelight Ceremony 3:30-8:00
27-28 STATE @ Air Force Academy
28 Wrap Party
NOVEMBER
2 Football Game – SENIOR NIGHT / Pep Band NAAC Stadium 7:00
9 Marching Band Banquet
KELLY
Afternoon rehearsals are 3:30-6:30 every Tuesday and Thursday.
Class is Monday 7:25-8:30, Wed/Fri 7:25-9:00

21. What’s next …
Please complete your Family Contact Form and your Fair Share
commitment cards and turn in before you leave
Please check the box and volunteer for something 
NEW PARENTS:
Don’t forget to pick up your King Sooper card before you leave
VAL

22. Questions ? JIM