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.

The second round of the swag store is open but it closes TONIGHT at midnight. Please place orders ASAP for an estimated delivery date of 10/3.

https://fcbsanctuaryrd2.itemorder.com/shop/home/

First Round Swag is being delivered on Friday. You will be able to pick up orders on Friday between 5-6pm and Saturday from 2-3:30pm. There will be a table in the back hallway behind the new band rooms where the first round of orders can be picked up.

We are inviting parents to come to the last half hour of practice on Thursday (at 8:30p) to help provide an audience for the kids as they prepare for their first competition on Saturday. Hope to see you there!

1st Show Important Details

Rehearsal Begins: 11:00am Percussion/ 12:00p WInds/Guard

Rehearsal Ends: 3:45pm

Eating

• Any practice longer than three hours without a built-in meal will include extended breaks for students to rest. Students can bring light snacks to eat during this time.

• Students will have time after practice to eat late lunch/early dinner. Students must bring this from home or have it dropped off. Students are not permitted to leave campus during this time

Deadline to be on Assigned Bus: 5:45p

• After eating, loading, and changing as necessary

Show Details

• Since we are performing last at this particular show, we will not have time for students to eat concessions. Moving forward, it is a good idea to provide money to students so they can grab concessions between our performance and awards.

• When we have time to watch other groups, students will sit as a group on the visitor's side grandstands.

• Students are not permitted to wander on their own or sit apart from the group.

• Marching Band contests run very smoothly and down to the minute. Expect FC to enter the field promptly at the listed performance time.

• Students must ride the bus to and from the show site unless a parent note is provided to Ms. Nason or Mr. Lemon

  • DO NOT give parent notes to any other staff member.

• Once we return to FCHS, students will be dismissed once all equipment has been properly stored.

WINDS/PERCUSSION: Read the "Important Reminders" section for required performance attire.

ADDITONAL UNIFORM INFORMATION

UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS

Winds/Percussion

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

Men's Compression Shorts

Women's Compression Shorts

Men's Compression Shirt

Women's Compression Shirt

Walmart

Women's Bike Shorts

Men's Bike Shorts

Women's Compression Shirt

Men's Compression Shirt

Dick's Sporting Goods

Men's Bike Shorts

Women's Bike Shorts

Men's Compression Shirt

Women's Compression Shirt

Again these are various examples from different retailers and at different price points. Any of them will work great.

Hair

All members that 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 students hair color. If you have short hair that does not touch the collar it must be styled and have a neat appearance. Below are you tube tutorials of how to do a bun if you need help/information.

Man Bun Tutorial

Women's Bun Tutorial

Alternate Bun Tutorial

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.

Guard

• Full Uniform
• Show hair
• Show makeup
• Undergarments
• Ladies- Bodysuit, nude underwear, nude convertible bra
• Gentlemen- Bodysuit, Dance belt
• Guard shoes
• Guard gloves
• Costume- Unitard and jacket

SHOW HAIR

Ladies

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MAep9PkAZ4

We will do this show hair with the following changes:

1. NO bangs/wispy hair framing the face

2. Hair needs to have volume with no fly aways/frizzies. How?

• Use product while doing hair
• Lots of bobby pins
• Apply more product/spray after hair is complete
• Members with thin/fine hair should use texturizing power/product along with their hair spray.

**HAIR MUST NOT FALL OUT DURING THE SHOW. IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE ENOUGH HOLDING PRODUCT/PINS…. USE MORE!

Gentleman

• Hair must be maintained and well-kept for the show. Will need to be styled. Adam will give each guy ideas/examples.

MAKE UP

Ladies

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlb1NOUalQA

Items to be purchased/provided on your own

• Concealer and foundation
• Blush
• Eye Liner/Mascara- both black
• Fake Lashes (Must have. This is a theatrical performance- you need them!)

*Eyeshadow pallets and shimmer have been passed out. Lipstick will be handed out on Thursday. Please pay Kim Good $27.96 by Friday if you have not already.

Gentleman

• Will not need to do eye or lip makeup. Light foundation and a little blush is recommended to make sure we are not washed out under the stadium lights.

UNDERGARMENTS

** It is mandatory that you have these exact garments. Please let Kim or Adam know if you have trouble or need assistance getting these items.

** This season’s costumes are made from a thinner material and will need thicker undergarments that give more support. These bodysuits can be used again for future productions.

Ladies

• Bodysuit (color- nude)
• Please use this link if your size is sold out in the link above: Bodysuit option 2
• Bra- nude/skin tone with convertible straps that can be moved/crossed in the back
• Underwear- Nude/skin tone, seamless

Gentlemen

• Bodysuit (color- beige)
• Dance Belt (NUDE with FULL SEAT) (some might already have this)

Questions??? Reach out to Kim Good- guardliaison@fcbands.org or Adam Faircloth- adam.faircloth@ftcsc.org

• 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

Winds/Percussion

• Full Uniform
• Show Hair
• Compression gear
• LONG, BLACK SOCKS
• Marching Shoes
• Students will receive their new shoes Friday
• Students who already own their shoes must have them

• Gloves
• Students will receive gloves Friday

Guard

• Please arrive to practice with as much hair and/or makeup done as possible.
• 3:00- there will be hair help if needed in the band room
• Guard button pictures at 4:30- junior high will go last so they have more time to get ready

All 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

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.

Show itineraries are available on our website under Ensembles, then Marching Band. They are added the week they are available. Click the graphic (like the one below) to open the itinerary from the website.

As we move into our performances and competition season, we encourage family and friends to get excited about our show and cheer on our students. Be loud and proud, ring a cow bell, wear our show shirt and buttons. We want to keep the focus on encouraging not just our group, but all of the dedicated students who work hard to deliver amazing performances. Thank you all for all you do to demonstrate support and excitement for our marching band family!

Support your student with a personalized button. You can also get one with the show logo. Buttons are $3.00 each. Pictures will be taken as soon as possible after uniforms are received.

Order Here: https://fcbands.org/store/1919/7409

Thanks to everyone who came out to the Spirit Committee meeting on Tuesday night. The Spirit Committee is now seeking snack donations for the kids.

Please sign up here:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44A5AC2AA1F8C25-58377565-competition

Signups for competition chaperones are currently available! Anyone interested in chaperoning must have an approved background check on file with the district. Please review the information and email Heather Long at marchingbandliaison@fcbands.org with any questions.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44A5AC2AA1F8C25-58216171-2025

The Marching Band is gearing up for an exciting season and we need your help to keep the show on the road!

We’re looking for parent volunteers who:

• Hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
  
• Own or have access to a cab capable of hauling a semi trailer
  
• Are willing to help drive the band’s semi trailer to competitions and events throughout the season (9/13 thru 11/8)

Your support is crucial in making sure our students' equipment and props arrive safely and on time. Whether you can commit to one event or the whole season, we’d love to hear from you!

Please feel free to reach out to Jackie Nason (jaclyn.nason@ftcsc.org) or Heather Long (marchingbandliaison@fcbands.org) for more information.

September 30, 2025 - 2:30p - 4:00p (Dress rehearsal)

October 1, 2025 - Fall Concert 1 - Concert Band, Wind Symphony, select few from Jazz band

Report Time: 5:30p

Concert Start Time: 6:00pm

October 1, 2025 - Fall concert 2 - Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, select few from Jazz band

Report Time: 7:00p

Concert Start Time: 7:30 p

Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Symphony Concert Attire

Gentlemen

• White Collared Dress Shirt
• Black Dress Pants
• Black Dress Socks (at least calf length)
• Black Dress Shoes
• Black Belt
• Black Neck Tie (bow ties not acceptable)

Ladies

• “Concert Black”
• A dress or blouse/pants are acceptable - the entire outfit must be black
• No accent colors can be present on the clothing
• Skirts must extend past the knee while seated
• Shoulders must be covered
• Black Dress Shoes (moderate heels acceptable)

Wind Ensemble Concert Attire:
Gentleman - Gentleman must wear a black tuxedo

• Black Bow Tie
• Black Vest OR Cummerbund
• Black Dress Shoes
• More information will be provided to Wind Ensemble members during class

Ladies - Ladies must wear an ankle-length black dress

• A blouse/pants are acceptable. The entire outfit must be black
• No accent colors can be present on the clothing
• Shoulders must be covered
• Black Dress Shoes (moderate heels acceptable)
• More information will be provided to Wind Ensemble members during class

It is time to sign up to volunteer for the five events we are hosting this school year. These events make up approximately 20% of our budget each year. These are the events that are part of the Volunteer Commitment option on the Marching Band Financial Agreement. Marching Band families enrolled in the volunteer option plan payment plan are required to work four (4) total shifts for events hosted by the Franklin Central Band Program. Each shift is approximately 6 hours in length. Exact shift times will be determined closer to each event date. If you are unable to fulfill your event volunteer commitment shifts, a charge of $100 per shift will be assessed. Volunteers must be 18 or older. Current students are not able to fulfill this requirement.

All volunteers must have a Safe Visitor background check on file with FTCSC to work any event. The background check costs $16 and is good for 2 years. If you are unsure whether you have a current background check on file, please email Amanda Gaiser: secretary@fcbands.org

The Events:

ISSMA (Marching Band) Saturday October 25, 2025

Craft Fair Saturday November 22,2025, includes set up on Friday November 21,2025

IHSCGA (Color Guard) January 24,2026

IPA (Percussion) February 21,2026

WGI (Percussion) March 14-15,2026

Questions about these events? Email Missi Magness: events@fcbands.org

It’s Raffle Season! Students will receive five tickets for our 50/50 raffle to sell. Please ask your student about them. The drawing will take place during Community Night on Thursday, October 23. Each ticket costs $10, and all tickets—both sold and unsold—must be returned by Tuesday, October 21. The more tickets we sell, the bigger the prize for the lucky winner, and the more funds will go towards the band program. Cash only! If you have questions or want to sell additional tickets, please email fundraising@fcbands.org.

BEST has now opened opportunities to work at Colts game at Lucas Oil Stadium to raise money for student band accounts. Please use the sign-up genius link below if you wish to work an event. This is a great way to earn money directly for your student's account! The more shifts we fill, the more opportunities we receive for future events!

Please note that working these events usually entails standing for a long period of time. Dress code is all black pants, a white shirt to wear under a uniform top, and mostly black shoes. You must also complete a background check with BEST.

Best schedule...https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44A5AC2AA1F8C25-57391471-best

Several of our recent projects have been funded, but we still have active projects available for funding. Please share and/or donate the project links to help our amazing band students.

Available Projects

Help me give my students extension cords, cables, and case racks for our band's audio needs!

https://secure.donorschoose.org/project/audio-needs-part-1/9630985/?utm_source=dc&utm_medium=sharetray&utm_campaign=teacherhub&utm_term=teacher_9928407&rf=sharetray-dc-2025-08-teacherhub-teacher_9928407&challengeid=22464615

Help me give my students a stage box and a kit to keep all of our cords in one organized, central place for our performances!
https://secure.donorschoose.org/project/audio-needs-part-2/9631823/?utm_source=dc&utm_medium=sharetray&utm_campaign=teacherhub&utm_term=teacher_9928407&rf=sharetray-dc-2025-08-teacherhub-teacher_9928407&challengeid=22464615

Payments Made Easy:

So long as you carry a balance, BoosterHub will automatically email an invoice to you. You must use the link through the invoice to make your payments. Payments can no longer be made from the store page on our website.

Please use the link in that invoice to make your monthly payments or partial payments. You can also apply Booster Credits* using the same link.

You may also access your invoice(s) by going to your account at BoosterHub.com or in the app under Tools then Accounting.

1. VIDEO GUIDE: How to make your FC Band Payment

You may also mail a check payable to FCBB to the following address:
FCBB
PO Box 39029
Indianapolis, IN 46239

*If you have a balance owed but have available Booster Credits come in, we reserve the right to apply those new credits to your account.

Facing financial difficulties? We understand. If you're unable to settle your account by the deadline, please reach out to our treasurer at treasurer@fcbands.org to discuss a payment plan.

Questions and concerns should be directed to our FCBB treasurer, George Hewitt, at treasurer@fcbands.org.

*Please note, Chrome is the preferred browser when interacting with BoosterHub and payments.

Thank you to everyone who has already turned in their band class handbook and payment. We're working on processing everything and appreciate your patience.

If you still need to submit your handbook agreements, please do so as soon as you can.

You will receive an invoice regardless of whether you've already paid. Any payments you've made will be applied to your account. If you’re paying online or with credits and haven't received your invoice yet, it is on its way.

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.

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Sign up now at raiseright.com after getting the enrollment code by emailing raiseright@fcbands.org.

We’re ready to hit the ground running for our next school year -

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Items will be added to the list throughout the band year!

A great, EASY way to help the FC Band program is by assigning the band as your Kroger Community Rewards organization! Last quarter we earned $956.36 with 272 households participating

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

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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 Parents

FC Percussion Symphony Families and Friends

Instagram:

FC Guard

FC Percussion Symphony

FC Marching Flashes

Email: Candace Wells-Myers, Engagement Coordinator, at engagement@fcbands.org