Is there a way to contact people with any questions?
Of course! We have a great non-profit organization that supports the band programs.
Contact your 2024-25 Band Booster Executive Board with your questions and comments!
President - Mike Stamatopoulos president@fmhsmusic.com
Vice President/Concessions - Jennifer Sidwell VP@fmhsmusic.com
Treasurer - Judy Naan - Treasurer@fmhsmusic.com
Secretary - Sheena Williams secretary@fmhsmusic.com
Chair Committee Members
Uniforms – Jennifer Rufener
Membership – Terry Stanley
Fundraising – Rachel Busch
Communications – Monica Tison
Volunteers – Jennifer Lucas
Road Crew – Read Sawczyn
Does it cost money?
Yes, there are fees for participation however we offer fundraising and programs for you to "earn" a way to pay off your fees. You will learn more about this in the program.
Our accounting and communications happen through a program called Cut Time. Simply click here to sign up.
How do I get into the program?
Whether you are part of the rigorous International Baccalaureate program or mainstream high school, simply select band, color guard or dance on your class choice form.
Band Camp for all marching band which includes instrumentalists, dance and color guard students will take place prior to school beginning. Details can be found within the Band App.
All students must complete this form!https://band.us/band/72940986/post/569
Do you have auditions?
Yes, of course we do. Most auditions are held in May so please watch our calendar or email us. If you have missed auditions, please email Lederian Townsend, our Band Director to inquire if there are any secondary auditions for marching band, wind ensemble, jazz band, color guard, percussion or dance.
All instrumentalists: lederianjt@leeschools.net
All percussionists: mthomaspercussion@gmail.com
All dancers: msjessanthony@gmail.com
All color guard/winter guard: mrholman06@gmail.com
Do you have fees to be a part of the program?
Of course! Our friendly and knowledgeable fundraising volunteers will help you and your family raise funds through a program we call fair share. If you work hard in fundraising, all of your costs including fees and trips can be earned.
Do you have to have money for all of this?
Yes and no!. We allow fair share fundraising to cover all of your expenses. You can sign up to volunteer and get credited to help you pay for your band fees. Contact fundraising@fmhsmusic.com to find out how you can get involved.
Our programs utilize the Band App for posting up to date information.
If you are a new student, please use an email on the web site or message in Instagram to receive your personal invite code to our "Band App". This is used for multiple programs including marching band, choir, band boosters and more.