🎶 January Booster News 🎶

Plano Band families, welcome back and Happy New Year! As we begin the spring semester, our students are stepping into an exciting season of auditions, performances, and traditions – and there are many opportunities for our band parent army to jump in and make a difference.

Thank you for everything you do to support this incredible program. Your time, energy, and encouragement truly shape the Plano Band experience.

🥤Chick-fil-A Spirit Night – Jan. 8

Join us for our first Spirit Night of 2026 at Chick‑fil‑A (Coit & Spring Creek). Mention Plano Band when you order, and a portion of your meal supports our program.

📣 Plano Band Parents – we need you!

We have a full slate of volunteer opportunities to kick off the year! Whether you have a few hours or special talents to share, your help is truly appreciated.

Area Auditions – Jan. 10

PSHS is proud to host Area Auditions, a huge undertaking that requires heavy band parent support.
No experience needed – directors handle all technical aspects.
Sign up here or email Jaime Bretzmann.

Swing Dance – Jan. 24

Help make the Jazz Band's biggest fundraising event of the year a success!
Sign up here or email Darlene Drake.

Winter Guard Season support

Help make the Winter Guard season one to remember!
Sign up here or email Dana Tucker.

Let's go!

📍 Check out all the ways to get involved and more at pshsband.org → My Account → My Forms/Paperwork

🛡️ All volunteers must complete the PISD Background Check at plano.voly.org

📌 Family Contribution reminder

As we begin the spring semester, we remind families about the 2025–2026 Family Contribution. These funds directly support student experiences, equipment, clinicians, transportation, and more. Make payments through your Membership Toolkit account.

🗓️ Payment Options:

Online: pshsband.org → My Account → My Forms/Paperwork
In Person: Drop check/cash in a sealed envelope labeled with your student’s name into the black box in the band hall.

🤝 Unsure of your FC payment status? Here's how to check:

Visit pshsband.org
Go to My Account
Select Previous Orders
Click View to see details of each order

Still stuck? Email Plano Band Booster President Jaime Bretzmann.

*Family Contribution for students going on the spring trip was due Dec. 15, 2025, unless alternative arrangements were made with Mr. Lewis.

📲 Order now: Plano Band Disney patch

Is your student attending the spring trip? Surprise them with a custom Plano Band Disney Patch for their letterman jacket!

Cost: $35.72 (includes sewing onto the jacket)
Order: Visit Maverick Awards (610 Coit Road, Plano) or email info@maverickawards.com with your name, phone number, and a note that you’d like the PLANO BAND DISNEY patch. They’ll let you know how to pay.
Delivery: Expect 5 weeks from ordering to delivery.

📷 Capture the memories

We take photos so you don't have to! Find all your favorites at: planoband.smugmug.com

📅 January & February key dates

January

Jan. 9: Area audition set‑up (3:30 p.m.)

Jan. 10: Area Auditions at Plano Senior High School (volunteers needed)

Jan. 15–16: All‑Region Band Clinic & Concert

Jan. 20: Band Booster meeting (7 p.m.)

Jan. 24: Swing Dance (7–10 p.m.)

Jan. 29: Plano Cluster Chamber Winds Festival (7 p.m.)

Jan. 31: Vines Café Virtuoso / Clark Pasta Concerto

February

Feb. 6: Full Orchestra Pre-UIL Concert

Feb. 20-21: Plano Percussion Chamber Music Festival

Feb. 24: Band Booster meeting (7 p.m.)

Feb. 28: UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest

View the full band calendar and other updates at pshsband.org.

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