SPRUCE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL PERFORMING ARTS ASSOCIATION

Treasurer Report - Terri Karol reported balance to date is $49,840.58 which includes Europe money. Europe statements may be available by second Saturday in December. Terri is working with David McGuffin on this information. Any questions or concerns please e-mail Terri at tkarol@cfl.rr.com

SCRIP - Noreen Kearn reported that the fourth order was for 405 cards. Interest is growing and profit to band after all cards sold would be $624.22. Total profit to date = $2,120.72. Absolute deadline for Christmas orders would be December 9^th for delivery at PRISM concert. Readily available can be purchased there and another Publix order would be placed in time for PRISM concert. Updated SCRIP form is on website and should be used. Mr. Butler will update site with revisions as they occur – SCRIP form contains revision date.

Luminary - Jan Albert stated all kits (3,200) had been assembled. Sand was donated this year. 168-170 students / 42 cars needed for December 6^th and 13^th. Extra help needed in sand area for loading this year. No hand-selecting neighborhoods, no more than four students per vehicle. All drivers must have a VIP form on file. Must have car large enough to transport four students and 20 kits with sand. Drivers please bring waters and single dollars for change to start. Kits are $6.00. All cars will leave around 9 a.m. Festive car decorations allowed, students will wear uniforms with Santa hats or other holiday hat. Forty-two map areas to cover over both weekends.

Colorguard - Andrea Stuart shared that they were proud of the FBA performance. Gearing up for Winterguard. Rehearsals are still being held at the Alliance Church on Beville Road. Hoping to travel to Ohio. Will let us know of parent show date and time.

Lakeside Jazz – Susan MacKenzie said that Brighthouse has come forward as sponsor. Still working on other sponsors. Next meeting will be Thursday, January 22, 2009 - organizational meeting. LSJ dates are April 17^th and April 18^th, 2009.

Director’s Notes - Mr. Butler explained the 2009 MPA Master Schedule for rehearsals. Copies of this schedule are available in the band room. Guest clinicians scheduled over several weeks including Dr. Christeson, Dr. Musgrave, Dr. Adams, Dr. Gora and Mr. Kreines. Parents, please arrange schedules and appointments accordingly as these rehearsals are important and attendance at all rehearsals and performances is required and is a significant portion of final grade.

Mr. Kidd discussed the PRISM concert at Our Lady of Hope Church on December 18^th at 7:30 p.m. If arriving prior to 7 p.m. Please park in the grassy area. Larger draw approx. 600-800 in attendance.

Five students will be attending All-State in Tampa this year. Twenty-six students made All-County band. Orchestra still to be selected. Concerts for All-County to be held at different schools. Deland will host the band concert last week in January. Orchestra and Jazz will be at SCHS in March this year.

Reminder of in-service points and the need to acquire at least 50 points for invite to banquet in Spring. Parents can earn 10 of those 50 points by volunteering. First luminary sale this weekend. Parents find creative ways to motivate the students that are selling. Holiday parade kick-off is 2 p.m on Sunday. Report time is 1:30p.m. behind Ross Dress for Less on Jackson Street. SCHS is the last band this year welcoming Santa.

Europe 2010 – Met and discussed with area assistant superintendents the trip. Trip will be placed on consent agenda of School Board on December 9^th. 183 have paid their deposits. Five charter busses. Trip will max out at 230. Lists posted on bulletin board. Check if name is listed and what group you wish to travel in. (Chaperone or Spirit).

Stocking stuffer ideas – parents all students should have a metronome/tuner at home for their practice time. Individual photos were taken last month. Post card will be coming in mail with review times. Parents make sure price list is displayed for your selections. Band does not make money on these photos, receives a composite photo. Students need Santa hat for luminary sale. Shakos are worn at the parade!

Uniforms – Mary Flinn-Boener thanked all parents whose students worked with her in the closet this season. She appreciated their service and their dedication.

NEXT General MEETING JANUARY 6, 2009 - 7:00 P.M.

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