Weekly Cadence

Here is everything you need to know about the Franklin Central Bands program right now.

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.

Please join us on Thursday, August 20 at 7:45p for the August Band Parent Meeting. We will be in the FA media center. Enter 15N.

We have now finalized the dates we will be hosting events for 2026/2027. We will need many volunteers for each event to ensure they run smoothly. These events supply a large portion of our operating budget. Sign-ups will be released at a later date. If you have any questions regarding events, please email events@FCBands.org

FC Band Hosting Event Dates

• ISSMA - October 17, 2026
• Craft Fair - November 21, 2026
• IHSCGA - January 30, 2027
• IPA - February 13, 2027
• WGI - February 20-21, 2027

Signup Genius to sign up for shifts will be released Sunday, August 23 at 7:00p.

Our online Spirit Store is now live! Browse our rotating selection of gear under the 'Store' page of our website.

Shop Anytime: No order deadlines or windows.
Easy Delivery: All items ship directly to the purchaser.
Stay Tuned: New items will be added on an ongoing basis!

Store

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’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.

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!

Bands of America tickets are on sale now. We will be at the Louisville Regional and the Indianapolis Super Regional.

https://marching.musicforall.org/2026schedule/

We still have items needed for Saturday's meal!

Volunteers and food donations are needed to feed the band during the Saturday practices in August. Use the link below to sign up.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44A5AC2AA1F8C25-65009752-2026

Thank you for your support this season!

Invoices for Fall Semester Concert Band fees will all be released by Friday.

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.

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 are due August 15, 2026.

• 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.

Please make sure you have a SafeVisitor background check on file with FTCSC. A cleared background check is required for all of our volunteers (this includes required volunteer shifts at our events and helping with props during competitions). Background Checks are good for 2 years.

To complete a background check: SafeVolunteer

*Note: Volunteer Background Checks are no longer free of charge. The fee is approximately $16.00 per volunteer.

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.

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!

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

It's a new year and time to rally to find businesses interested in sponsoring our awesome band program. The partnership of sponsors is critical to maintain the exceptional level of instruction and opportunity that is currently provided to our students.

For every sponsor you are able to secure, you will receive 10% of the donation to your student’s band account. Franklin Central Band Boosters is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. Sponsor donations are tax deductible.

Check out recent updates to our Sponsorship Program

• Updated Sponsor Landing Page on Booster Hub
• New perks and advertising added to each sponsor level.
• Student Packet to assist in reaching out to our community businesses to acquire new sponsors!
• Band Student Sponsor Resources - all the details and support needed to speak to potential sponsors

Questions? sponsor@fcbands.org

Facebook Groups:

Franklin Central Band Families and Friends

Franklin Central Guard Families and Friends

FC Percussion Symphony Families and Friends

Instagram:

FC Guard

FC Percussion Symphony

FC Marching Flashes