PARENTS
Parents are an essential part of a successful experience for students in the band program. Your family's support is very meaningful to your kids both in the stands and on the field. Whether you are driving a rousing response to the band taking the field, or at the conclusion of a show, or you are working Concessions to help fund all that your child will do each year; your contribution is apparent.
That participation starts with being informed. This page is but a starting place to staying informed via Remind and and the tools available on the site such as the Calendar, the Band Booster information pages, the Volunteer section and even checking out the photos and videos from recent and past performances and events. We encourage you to explore the rest of the site and follow us on Facebook to stay up to date.
Fundraisers
Fall: March-A-Thon
At the beginning of the school year, the Forney High School Band takes part in the annual March-A-Thon tradition.
The band marches through local neighborhoods and performs lawn concerts for supporters.
Spring: Mulch Madness
Each spring the band raises funds through Mulch Madness.
Band members and parents are encouraged to sell mulch to neighbors, friends and family members.
For local purchases, can will be delivered on the selected date or can be picked up at City Bank Stadium.
Monthly Parent Meetings
Parent meetings are monthly meetings hosted by the Band Boosters and occur on the first Tuesday of each month, at 7pm. These are typically held in the Band Hall, but may be moved to an alternate location (including online) as circumstances require. Reminders and details for these meetings are posted on the Facebook page, sent out via email and will appear on the calendar.
Fees and Information
Each year the operation of the band program is dependent on two things: Band Fees and Fundraising. Band Fees are an essential part of funding the band experience, and the fees collected go directly to uniform and equipment costs and related support costs. The Forney High School Band Directors work hard to design a program that provides the richest experience without costing parents and students more than it must. Each year, those fees are reviewed and calculated based on the planned experiences and costs associated directly with that year.