Weekly Cadence
September 2, 2026
Sync the Calendar to your phone!
The easiest way to keep up with schedules is to sync the band calendar to your phone! Add this url https://fcbands.boosterhub.com/ical-stream to your google or outlook calendar.
*If you are experiencing issues with your calendar synching, we recommend to un-sync and re-sync your calendar every once in a while to make sure your calendar is up-to-date.
Heartland Ice Cream Dine to Donate
Event Volunteer Sign-up Available
It is now time to sign up to work at our upcoming events, which are critical fundraisers for the success of the band program.
Marching Band families enrolled in the Option #1 (Regular) or Option #3 (Arranged) payment plans are required to work 4 volunteer shifts at events hosted by the Franklin Central Band Program. Each shift is approximately 4-6 hours in length. Exact shift times will be finalized closer to each event date. A penalty of $125 per shift will be assessed for any unfulfilled volunteer commitments. Any exceptions to this requirement are granted solely at the discretion of the directors and the Band Boosters Board.
If you have any questions regarding the event signup, email vicepresident@fcbands.orgISSMA - Saturday October 17, 2026
Craft Fair - Friday November 20, 2026 set up, Saturday November 21, 2026
IHSCGA - Saturday January 30, 2027
IPA - Saturday February 13 2027
WGI - Saturday February 20 - Sunday February 21, 2027
*Reminder* You must have a SafeVolunteer background check on file with the district to volunteer at these events. The cost is $16 and are good for two years.
Concert Band Attire Requirements
The Fall Concert is just one month away!
As we get closer, here are a few reminders and some additional information about concert attire. Please review the attached graphic and make sure you have everything you need well before concert day.
When in doubt, ask! If you’re unsure whether something is appropriate, check with a director.
We can’t wait to see everyone looking and sounding their best!
BoosterBucks Fundraiser Ongoing
Our fall BoosterBucks fundraising efforts have started. The BoosterBucks fundraiser is an important part of our Marching Band budget, helping us provide the equipment, resources, and experiences that make our program possible. In addition to supporting operating expenses, this year we are trying to raise money to purchase new drum major stands.
The dates of the campaign are August 18 - September 17 and our goal is to raise $17,500. We are currently at $2,013.00
We’re asking each family to help spread the word and encourage friends, family members, coworkers, and neighbors to participate. Your student has a unique link with their name attached that they can share with friends and family.
Thank you for supporting FC Bands and helping us make this fundraiser a success! We appreciate everything our band families do to support our students.
Feed the Band - Dinner Saturday, September 12
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44A5AC2AA1F8C25-65548989-2026
Thank you for your support this season!
Chaperone Sign-up Now Available
Here is the signup for competition chaperones for the WC this week: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44A5AC2AA1F8C25-65553866-2026
*Reminder* You must have a SafeVolunteer background check on file with the district to volunteer at these events. The cost is $16 and are good for two years.
Football Game Info - Friday, September 4: FC vs Brownsburg
- Report Time: 4:00 PM
- Practice STARTS: 5:00 PM (locations TBD and communicated via GroupMe)
- Eat dinner BEFORE arriving to school
- Students will have 3rd quarter off; when in uniform, students can only drink water*
- *Students with documented medical needs may eat if needed; jacket removed
- Students are expected back in the designated band seating area with 1 minute left in the 3rd quarter
- Dismissal: At the conclusion of the game
- Attire
- Support school spirit! Participate in the spirit theme of the game! “USA”
- Alternate attire is FC Gear
- `Shoes: Same shoes worn for practice
- Students will need to bring their one gallon water jug with them to the game. We will no longer be using coolers. Make sure the water jug is filled and ready to go before we enter the stadium for the game
- Guard Hair/Makeup
- Hair - nice and out of face
- Makeup - natural
- Game Timeline (approx.)!
- 6:30 PM- Band lines up outside 8W
- 6:45- Pregame!
- 7:00-Kick-Off
- 7:45-Half-time (approximate!!!)
- Students will remain for the duration of the game
- Front Ensemble will put all equipment away after Half Time performance
- Dismissal
- Students will be dismissed from the band room after all uniform pieces, equipment, and changing areas have been cleaned and put away.
UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS
All members of the winds and percussion section will need black bike or compression shorts and a black compression shirt. These should be form fitting and will be worn under our bib pants. Links below are examples from several retailers at various price points. All will work just fine.
Amazon
Walmart
Dick's Sporting Goods
Again these are various examples from different retailers and at different price points. Any of them will work great.
Hair
All members who have hair that touch the collar of the uniform or longer must put their hair up. When putting the hair up a bun must sit on the top (high ponytail area) of the head so as to not interfere with putting on or removing the shako. The hair should be slicked up with no wispy/flyaway hairs. Gel or hairspray should be used to slick these to the head. Bobby pins and hair ties used must match the student's hair color. If you have short hair that does not touch the collar it must be styled and have a neat appearance. Below are YouTube tutorials of how to do a bun if you need help/information.
In an effort to present a uniform, professional look, ALL MEMBERS must have natural colored hair. Students with hair dye must have it removed/changed to a natural color prior to our first contest on September 19. Acceptable colors are natural red, brown, black, blonde. Pink, blue, and unnatural red are not acceptable and must be changed. If there is a question, ask the director. Directors will make final determination regarding acceptable hair color. Students who show up on September 19 without adjustments will be sent home and will be ineligible for performance.
Make Up
Make-up is not required but if a member in the Winds or Percussion Sections chooses to wear makeup it should be a natural palette with warm tones (i.e. browns). Members wearing foundations should keep concealer and foundations away from the neckline to prevent the makeup staining the collar of the costume/uniform. I would recommend using waterproof makeup if possible and a strong setting spray after makeup application so keep the makeup from running. Performers will be working hard and sweating during warm up and during the show and we want to prevent makeup from running.
Jewelry
All jewelry must be removed in costume/uniform unless approved in advance by Ms. Nason or Mr. Lemon. All piercings must be removed to keep with a uniformed look among the ensemble. Piercings will remain out for the entirety of the time while members are in costume/uniform. Clear stoppers are acceptable to replace piercings while in uniform.
Nails
Nails must be a neutral/natural color. Nails at excessive lengths may be required to be cut down or removed (acrylics)
Uniform Care
· Please make sure your costume/uniform jacket is always folded neatly when not being worn.
· Shakos should be either worn or carried with shako resting on the forearm and brim facing forward in hand.
· Water is the only consumable allowed while in costume/uniform.
Spirit Committee Members Needed
Want to be part of the fun behind the scenes? Join the Spirit Committee!
We’re looking for people who want to help make this marching band season extra special for our kids!
The Spirit Committee will help with:
- Send-off posters
- Fun surprises
- Snacks for competitions
- Planning Bandcoming
- Cheering on and encouraging our band kids all season long
- Having LOTS of fun getting to know other band families!
No big commitment required—just bring your enthusiasm and school spirit!
Interested in joining us? Just download the GroupMe app and use the link below to add yourself to the list. Let’s make this a season our band kids will never forget!
Save the Date - Bandcoming Dance - September 27
Since our marching band has a competition on the day of Homecoming, we are excited to host a Bandcoming Dance on September 27 from 6:30–9:30 PM at Camp Sertoma for our marching band students! This event is exclusively for students currently participating in marching band. Students outside of the marching band will not be permitted to attend.
🎟️ Tickets are $10 each! Cash only.
Ticket sales will be on sale September 8 and September 10 after band practice. Ticket money will help cover the location, DJ, food, and decorations. Additional ticket sale dates will be added as needed.
We’re excited to give our kids a fun night to celebrate together! 🎵
Final Night for Button Pictures
Final Night of Button Pictures is Thursday, September 3 for Woodwinds and Front Ensemble. Pictures will be from 4:30 - 5:45pm
Winds and Percussion - please arrive with compression shirts/shorts to wear under your uniform.
Buttons can be ordered here: https://fcbands.org/store/1919/50907
Bands of America Tickets now on Sale
Bands of America tickets are on sale now. We will be at the Louisville Regional and the Indianapolis Super Regional.
Fall Mum Sale Now Open
We are excited to announce that our mum fundraiser is officially underway! A portion of each mum sale will go to your student's band account. Please use the link below to have your band participant sign up and receive their personal fundraising link to share with family and friends:
Sign Up for Your Personal Fundraising Link
The sale is active now and will run through September 12, 2026, at midnight. Plant pickup will be September 19, 2026.
Important: When signing up, please use a personal/home email address rather than the student's school email to ensure you receive all emails and updates from the fundraising system.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Sabrina Hardimon-Collins at fundraising@fcbands.org
Donors Choose
Help me give my students a stage box and rack cases to plug in our technology needs and instruments for performances!
https://www.donorschoose.org/sl/4jMoYgRo6x
Help me give my students power cables and an earphone monitor used for students playing solos in shows!
https://www.donorschoose.org/sl/71EmAY3Qai
Concert Band Fee Information
Invoices for Fall Semester Concert Band fees have now been sent out.
If you have already paid your class fee by cash or check, please be patient as we work through the invoicing and payment application process. It may take some time for payments to be reflected correctly in our records.
As outlined in Ms. Nason's recent email, students should have received the 2026-27 Handbook Agreement Form. This form details the primary expectations for students and families, as well as information regarding class fees.
The band class fee is $40 per student, per semester, per class and is paid directly to our Band Booster organization. These funds help cover:
- Contest entry fees
- Transportation costs
- Additional educational resources and opportunities for students
If you selected online payment on your agreement form, please wait until you receive your invoice before submitting payment. Invoices will be sent through Booster Hub to the email address provided on your agreement form.
Please also note that you may see a consumable fee listed in Skyward. This is a separate district fee and is not part of the Band Booster class fee. Consumable fees support the purchase of music, method books, and other materials that students will use and keep throughout the school year.
Thank you for your patience and support as we process payments and invoices. If you have any questions, please let us know.
BoosterHub and Band Fees Payments Made Easy
As long as your account carries a balance, BoosterHub will automatically email you an invoice. Payments must be made using the link included in the invoice. Payments can no longer be made through the store page on our website. Please use the invoice link to make your monthly or partial payments. You may also apply available Booster Credits* using the same link.
You can also access your invoice(s) by logging into your account at BoosterHub.com or through the BoosterHub app by selecting Tools > Accounting.
Video Guide: How to Make Your FC Band Payment: How to make your FC Band Payment
Payment Schedule
As marching band season moves into full swing, so do our show-related expenses. To help ensure the band program can continue to operate smoothly and meet its financial obligations, please make your payments according to the following schedule:
- Marching Band Students (who did not participate in 25-26 Winter Ensemble): Full band fees were due August 15, 2026.
- Marching Band Student who were 25-26 Winter Ensemble Participants: Full band fees are due September 15, 2026.
Your timely payments are essential and greatly appreciated as we support transportation, instructional staff, equipment, uniforms, competitions, and many other program expenses.
Paying by Check
Checks payable to FCBB may be mailed to:
FCBB
PO Box 39029
Indianapolis, IN 46239
Paying by Cash
If paying by cash, please ensure your student sees Ms. Nason or Mr. Lemon and receives a receipt before placing the payment in the gray payment box. Cash payments should not be left in the payment box without first obtaining a receipt.
Booster Credits
If you have an outstanding balance and additional Booster Credits become available, FCBB reserves the right to apply those credits to your account balance.
Need a Payment Plan?
We understand that financial circumstances can change. If you are unable to pay your balance by the applicable due date, please contact the FCBB Treasurer at treasurer@fcbands.org to discuss payment plan options.
Questions or concerns should also be directed to the FCBB Treasurer at treasurer@fcbands.org.
Please note: Google Chrome is the preferred browser when accessing BoosterHub and making payments.
RaiseRight™
Fundraising for YOU - all year round! No selling, no spending extra time or money… just everyday purchases turned into earnings. All of the money you earn goes straight to your student’s band account to use toward their band fees.
How does it work?
Rebates earned are added to your RaiseRight account. Once a month the RaiseRight Coordinator sends a rebate report to the Treasurer so the funds can be applied to your student’s band account. This will show as a credit line item on your monthly statement. The easiest way to earn is by downloading the RaiseRight app on your phone so you can purchase on the go!
You can also use an "online shopping" tool via RaiseRight to stack your earnings. Please note, credits from taking advantage of the "Online Shopping" tool will take longer to show in their booster credits. RaiseRight will not pay out online shopping credits until 45 days after purchase to assure no item have been returned.
Who can use it?
Any parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, cousin, friend, or neighbor can sign up for an account to help raise money for your student. They don’t have to live in Indianapolis in order to use it, either! With the convenience of the RaiseRight app, out of town friends and relatives can help you earn too!
How much can I earn?
Really, that is up to you! The more you use, the more you earn. Many of our families have offset their fees by as much as HALF just by using RaiseRight.
More information can be found on the FC Bands website at RaiseRight Fundraising.
Sign up now at raiseright.com after getting the enrollment code by emailing raiseright@fcbands.org.
New Items Added to Amazon Wishlist
Our marching band have some needs coming into their season this fall!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/31F8KH209MMYY?ref_=wl_share
Items will be added to the list throughout the band year!
Kroger Community Rewards
It's easy to sign up and start earning for the band. Ask your friends, parents, cousins, aunts, uncles... everyone you know to sign up as well!
Log in to your Kroger account and search for our organization:
Organization Name: Band Boosters Club of Franklin Central H. S. Inc.
Organization Code: PK466
You can find detailed instructions on enrolling in Kroger Community Rewards HERE
