Supporting Excellence in Music Education
The Band Boosters organization provides support to three growing band programs in the Ball Chatham School District in central Illinois, serving more than 400 students in grades 5 – 12. We help fund instrument purchases and repairs, scholarships for band camp, marching uniform maintenance and snacks and refreshments at concerts and band events.
Parental involvement is vital to the success of Band Programs offered by our Band Directors located at Glenwood Intermediate School, Glenwood Middle School and Glenwood High School. Below are just a few ways to help our students and directors. A Ball Chatham School District 5 Background Check must be done every year prior to volunteering. Please check the box for "chaperone or classroom helper."
Only parents or guardians of Glenwood Band members are allowed to chaperone. Chaperones are required on every bus for every trip the band takes. A chaperone's responsibility is to:
Uniform parents help manage and maintain band uniforms throughout the season:
The pit crew is essential for performance logistics:
Support various band events and activities:
Keep our performers hydrated during events:
Band Boosters provide scholarship opportunities:
Leading our organization in supporting the band programs.
Coordinating activities and major fundraising events.
Managing finances and budget allocation.
Maintaining records and communication.