Weekly Cadence

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

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.

Coming Soon! Our Laundry Detergent Fundraiser is starting this Sunday, January 8. Stay tuned for additional details!

Band Families,

Those participating in Winter Ensembles, please remember that your monthly payment was due on Monday, January 1. You will receive an updated statement with each payment made or added invoice.

Helpful Videos to find your account, make a payment and/or apply booster credits:

How to Navigate to your Booster Hub Account

How to Use Booster Credits

Payment Methods

1. Deposit Box
   1. White Box on wall next to band office door
   2. Cash/Check/Money Orders Accepted
   3. Checks payable to "FC Band Boosters"
   4. Include your student's name with the payment.
2. Mail
   1. Mail To: Franklin Central Band Boosters, PO Box 39029, Indianapolis, IN 46239
   2. Cash/Check/Money Orders Accepted
   3. Include your student's name with the payment.
3. Online Payment
   1. Visit "FCBands.org"
   2. Select "Store"
   3. Select Appropriate Fee or "Fees - Custom Amount"
   4. PRO TIP: We can now process automatic payments through our website! Reach out to our treasurer at treasurer@fcbands.org for more information!

Winter Ensembles are in full swing and we need a lot of water for upcoming meals, performances and competitions. All students participating in a winter ensemble are asked to donate a case of water (or 2). Please drop off donations in front of the prop room doors just inside 3W!

Don't miss out, the Swag Store will be closing January 7. Be sure to get your order placed, all orders should arrive before our first competition in Feb!

As a reminder, all students will receive one show shirt and patch for free. Please contact me with any questions.

The Space Between Swag Shop

Guard Friends & Family, the Spirit Committee needs your help! This year the guard budget is extremely tight. All available funds are going into making sure our show is as amazing as possible! That being said, spirit committee funds had to be cut. In previous years, spirit committee funds have paid for items such as flip-flops, retreat flowers, part of the state breakfast and end of season banquet. To make sure that these traditions continue into this season, we are asking each family to contribute $20.

Please use the QR code provided to make a donation. If you have any questions feel free to contact our guard liaison, Christy Smith at guardliaison@fcbands.org.

Students participating in our show bands, Electric Mayhem and Static Havoc can find their rehearsal & performance times are on the choir calendar, fcchoirs.org. For calendar sync instructions click here.

Attention, Electric Mayhem and Static Havoc! The store for purchasing your quarter zips for competition is now available! All members of the bands must purchase one of these as you will be wearing this to competitions. The store will be closing tonight, Wednesday, January 3, 2024. We will update you when orders are available for pick up!

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

Electric Mayhem & Static Havoc Quarter Zips

New this year, we have spirit wear available for members and fans of the bands! This is completely optional but a great way to support the bands! This store will be open until Sunday, January 7th, 2024. We will update you when they are available for pick up. A huge shout out to 185 Apparel for some great options!!

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

Electric Mayhem & Static Havoc Fan Gear

Get excited, the Pep Band will be in action next week! Catch a game and enjoy the band January 9th and/or 10th!

It’s back! We’re thrilled to once again offer our alumni the opportunity to relive their glory days at FC and join our pep band for a great evening of fun and music. Alumni night will be held on February 1, 2024. Call time is 6:00pm (enter door 3W, where you will check-in and be directed to our warm up room), and we will play during the FC boys varsity game against Hamilton Southeastern. There may even be some super special guests joining us for the evening!

Registration is $25, which includes a pizza dinner during the 3rd quarter of the game. You can also purchase an optional Flashes Pep Band jersey for $50, complete with your graduation year on the back. All alumni participants are required to complete a Franklin Twp. SafeVisitor background check – it’s just $16, and is good for two years. The quick and easy form can be found here: https://ftcsc.org/safevisitor/

Be sure to complete your background check and register by January 15 in order to secure your spot! We can’t wait to see you there!

Register here: https://fcbands.org/store/1919/9440

The FC Philharmonic Orchestra is getting ready to begin! For those that have registered, the kickoff retreat is this Friday, January 5, 3-7pm and Saturday, January 6, 9am-noon.

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

Find our enrollment code on FCbands.org or contact Jessica Lee at vicepresident@fcbands.org with any questions! This is an easy way to earn extra funds for your student account.

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 $918.92. Thank you to our 248 contributing households!

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: 10100

We're starting a new section here where you can submit your questions and we will answer them! Just remember, there's no such thing as a silly question - most likely, we have all had the same question in the past! Have a question you'd like to submit? Email us here!

Facebook Groups:

Franklin Central Band Families and Friends

Franklin Central Guard Parents

FC Percussion Symphony Families and Friends

Instagram:

FC Guard

FC Percussion Symphony

Email: Jennifer McCormick, Engagement Coordinator, at engagement@fcbands.org