| CHHS Music Boosters Minutes June 12, 2006 President Robert Wingo called the meeting to order at 7:08pm. A motion was made for the minutes to be accepted, was seconded, and approved. Treasurers Report Rama Peri was unable to attend the meeting; Connie Holdridge made a brief report in her stead. The statement presented showed that we have $11,496.57 in the Student Accounts, $6,313.43 in the General Fund, a deficit of $25.27 in the Rifle Fund, and $4,479.44 in the Scholarship account. The actual accounts are Checking with $4,4083.31, Money Market with $11,70l.42, and Scholarship with $4,479.44. $5,000.00 was moved from the checking account into the Money Market and $186.00 was spent on purchasing 7 new practice rifles, explaining the deficit in that account. Also, the scholarship checks have not yet been written. It was clarified that 24 of the 25 seniors graduating this summer are 4 year music students. It was also clarified that each graduating senior will receive $25.00 per year they are in the music program; however, if they are in band and choir they can only be awarded for one allotment per year. It was further stated that this scholarship fund is only for students who are furthering their educations or enlisting in the military. Student Accounts There is $11,496.57 dollars in the student accounts. There are still two students who have not finished paying for the Florida trip. Directors Report Jazz/Concert Band Mr. Eli reported that we need to send both Jamie Shea and James Moore to Drum Major Camp this year. We allocated $500 last year into this account but did not send anyone. This years cost is $400.00 each. A vote was taken and passed by majority to allocate an additional $300 of funds into this account. It was mentioned that it is mandatory that these two students attend the camp this year. Band Camp & Football A new schedule has been made and is available on the Web site, or students may pick it up at band camp. The last three days of camp will conflict with almost all sports; we will have to make the �best of it�. A question was raised as to how it is determined who will march and who won�t. Mr. Eli stated that if 9th grade students do not attend band camp they will not march. 2007/2008 London Trip Mr. Eli and Robert Wingo did make a presentation/request at the last Cape Henlopen School Board Meeting to pursue a trip to London England in the school year 2007 � 2008. Mr. Eli stated that he has been approached by his contacts in London and invited to attend again. He also stated that although the Netherlands trip of several years back was cancelled due to terrorist activity, we might be able to use the funds, $25,000.00, that were given at that time to the airlines for this trip. The trip could include a London parade, a Jazz Concert and possibly a trip to Lewes, England. This last would be in conjunction with and exchange of students who will travel here. Lewes is approximately 44 miles from London. He reported that the band would be paid for their performance in Lewes but did not say how much. He also stated that we need to have a minimum of 100 students to go and that it would cost approximately $2,150. per student. This would include all meals, travel and hotel. Mr. Eli was not sure if the Choir would join us, but if they do they have to march, and in the past they have carried balloons. It was noted that fundraising for this trip would have to exceed $250,000.00 and that does not cover any chaperones, with chaperones, the amount could reach $350,000 - $400,000. A vote was taken and approved that we continue to pursue/investigate the feasibility of a trip to London. 2006/2007 Trip/Cruise P.J. Hopkins requested that a trip still be planned for this coming year, and suggested we continue to look into a cruise. Mr. Eli stated he will investigate a short trip. Choir Gail Kelso stated that if any Choir members go to London, it would be a small group. They are looking into another trip to New York that could possibly include the Choir singing at the Lincoln Center. She also stated that she would love to take the Choir to all the performances at the Playhouse. Historically, choir parents are not very involved and she asked if the boosters would consider helping with the expense of the transportation. Also, there is a keyboard that needs more work to repair � the �action� has to be pulled and it will cost approximately $500.00 to fix. A fundraiser suggestion was made, but it was mentioned that all fundraisers have to be reviewed through the Music Boosters Board and if it proves profitable it will be presented at the following monthly meeting. |