South Pointe Performing Arts Boosters (SPPAB)
Parent Involvement
Parent help is VITAL to keep the quality of music education on a high level and to serve the needs of all students in this large program. The Boosters are a non-profit organization of parent volunteers whose purpose is to support the SPMS Band Program by raising funds, communicating to the parent community, event logistics, help plan trips, and coordinating volunteers.
The Boosters seek to raise over $80,000 per year for all Instrumental Music Students.
All parents are invited to attend meetings and join the SPPAB. Your help and input are gratefully appreciated.
Parent help is VITAL to keep the quality of music education on a high level and to serve the needs of all students in this large program. The Boosters are a non-profit organization of parent volunteers whose purpose is to support the SPMS Band Program by raising funds, communicating to the parent community, event logistics, help plan trips, and coordinating volunteers.
The Boosters seek to raise over $80,000 per year for all Instrumental Music Students.
All parents are invited to attend meetings and join the SPPAB. Your help and input are gratefully appreciated.
|
SPPAB BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Booster President- Sheryl Phung Vice President- Jennifer Sun & Claire Hung Treasurer- Susanna Yang Fundraising- Annabelle Doratan Secretary- Jose Flores 6th Grade Band Chair- Julia Chen 7th Grade Band Chair- Bettina Kim 8th Grade Band Chair- Claire Bella Wind Ensemble Chair- Kayoko Rhees & Bettina Kim Concerts Chair- Julia Chen, Bettina Kim, Claire Bella & Kayoko Rhees Concert Clothes- Bettina Kim Music Consultant Chair- Kayoko Rhees Chamber Concert Chair- Jennifer Sun Bowling Party Coordinators- Jennifer Sun Coordinating Council Chair- Stan Liu & Margaret Liu If you have any questions, click on the booster presidents' names and email them. Please remember, they are parent VOLUNTEERS!! |
***2020-2021 SPPAB Meeting Dates***
Are mostly on the second Wednesday of the month and start at 7:00pm in the school library, unless specified. Parents will receive reminders from the boosters as we near each booster meeting. |
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding the Band Boosters
Q. What are the funds used for?
A. Money raised is used to buy instruments, music, accessories, pay for professional instructors, transportation, and to assist families so no child who has a passion for music is precluded from participating in the performing arts program.
Q. Why are donations important?
A. There are incredible costs involved in running this superior program, and in the past parents have willingly donated time, money and resources to help maintain the quality of the program. South Pointe’s band is one of the largest and most well respected Middle School Band on the west coast, and it is only through parental assistance this valuable program is possible.
Q. Since South Pointe is a public school, why aren’t these expenses covered by our property taxes?
A. We believe Walnut Valley School District is one of the most supportive districts in the state for performing arts. While the District meets the basic needs of the program, the community of parents and students demand a program that seeks to go beyond the average middle school band.
Q. What are the benefits of having my child in the SPMS Instrumental music program?
A. The benefits are numerous. Studies confirm that students who are involved in instrumental music programs perform better academically. Your child will make friends and belong to a group that makes them feel a part of the school community. They will have the opportunity to learn music from professional musicians, some of whom have played with the prestigious Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, teach at USC, UCLA, and the Idyllwild Arts Program.
Q. What are the benefits of my being involved in the Performing Arts Boosters?
A. The Boosters are committed to giving students the optimal middle school experience possible. Parents benefit by building long-term friendships, keeping up with their child’s progress, learning about band activities and having a say in how money is distributed throughout the program. Parents also have an opportunity to meet with and interact with school administrators, teachers and community leaders.
Q. What are the funds used for?
A. Money raised is used to buy instruments, music, accessories, pay for professional instructors, transportation, and to assist families so no child who has a passion for music is precluded from participating in the performing arts program.
Q. Why are donations important?
A. There are incredible costs involved in running this superior program, and in the past parents have willingly donated time, money and resources to help maintain the quality of the program. South Pointe’s band is one of the largest and most well respected Middle School Band on the west coast, and it is only through parental assistance this valuable program is possible.
Q. Since South Pointe is a public school, why aren’t these expenses covered by our property taxes?
A. We believe Walnut Valley School District is one of the most supportive districts in the state for performing arts. While the District meets the basic needs of the program, the community of parents and students demand a program that seeks to go beyond the average middle school band.
Q. What are the benefits of having my child in the SPMS Instrumental music program?
A. The benefits are numerous. Studies confirm that students who are involved in instrumental music programs perform better academically. Your child will make friends and belong to a group that makes them feel a part of the school community. They will have the opportunity to learn music from professional musicians, some of whom have played with the prestigious Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, teach at USC, UCLA, and the Idyllwild Arts Program.
Q. What are the benefits of my being involved in the Performing Arts Boosters?
A. The Boosters are committed to giving students the optimal middle school experience possible. Parents benefit by building long-term friendships, keeping up with their child’s progress, learning about band activities and having a say in how money is distributed throughout the program. Parents also have an opportunity to meet with and interact with school administrators, teachers and community leaders.
