The MWHS Band Boosters is a parent volunteer group, in partnership with the Band Director and school administration, that provides support for our marching band including flag corp, and concert band. The boosters raise funds to bridge the considerable gap between the school district's budget and the needs of our band program.  Some of this includes the cost of sheet music, uniforms, instruction, instruments, repairs, transportation, equipment, and other classroom materials. The MWHS Band Boosters are involved in many fundraising efforts to make these things possible.

The Band Boosters are committed to the task of assisting those less fortunate to also participate and enjoy the benefits of band membership. We pledge to promote a spirit of fellowship and goodwill with all areas of the school and always encourage our students to be the best ambassadors possible for Morristown West High School.

The Band Boosters also seek to make Hamblen County aware of the treasure they have in this band program, through publicizing their performances, activities, and achievements. We feel it is important and our role to keep school administration and county decision makers informed about the benefits to a student's overall education when it includes participation in an excellent music program.

Please take an active role in supporting our band program. We look forward to new parents, new leadership and the support of your new ideas, energy, and enthusiasm. Please take a look at the list below as well as our Volunteer Page and Contact Us to take part.  Receive announcements and reminders for the Band Program from the Band Director and the MWHS Band Boosters by email. 

Why We Need Your Help
Many local band programs have participation fees of $300-500. We do not. Instead we rely on volunteers who generously donate their time and talents to keep this band program available to ALL students. Most of our money is earned through the operation of our concession stands. Volunteer hours can be spent working in concessions, chaperoning, altering/repairing uniforms, soliciting donations from area businesses, working at various fundraisers, coordinating schedules with parents, planning parties, etc. EVERY band parent needs to volunteer to do their share.

To volunteer to fill any of the empty positions listed below . Also see our Volunteers Page for a list of game and event workers needed. Thank you for the generous gift of your time and talent!

Band Booster Officers
President - Dana Brandon
Vice President – Tammy Yeary
Treasurer - Melanie Owen
Secretary - Sarai Wender

Concession Stand Managers or Co-Managers
Football Away Side - Tammy Yeary
Football Home Side - Sara Hosman/ Dana Brandon
Basketball Concessions - Barbara Funderburg
Shopper for Concessions - Mary Butler

Committee Chairs
Band Camp Organizing - Pam Keller
Donor Funding - TBD
Fundraising Events - Dana Brandon
Parties and Receptions - Dana Brandon
Scrips Cards - Lisa Harris
Band Merchandise - Sarai Wender
Field Show Shirt - Carolyn Dean
Uniforms - Sara Hosman
Volunteer Recruiting - Melanie Owen
Chaperones - Pam Keller
Webmaster - Carolyn Dean

JOB DESCRIPTIONS:

Football Concessions Stand Manager:
Keep the stand running smoothly at each event, usually working most games and overseeing the other volunteers. Keep an inventory of supplies to be able to generate shopping lists. Work with Coke, Chik-fil-A, and Pizza Inn suppliers.

A designated booster parent(s) purchases all the food and supplies as needed for all of the games. Most of the supplies come from donations and SAMS.

Basketball Concessions Stand Manager:
Responsible for overseeing the set-up and closing of the stand at the end of each night. Keep an inventory of supplies to be able to generate shopping lists. May work during the games at their discretion, or delegate that to others.

A designated booster parent(s) purchases all the food and supplies as needed for all of the games. Most of the supplies come from donations from Jeff Burns, Sonic Drive-In and SAMS.

Band Camp Organizer:
Find male and female chaperones to attend week long band camp at ETSU - chaperones have to be approved by Mr. Thomas before they are asked to attend. Order and gather all supplies and equipment needed prior to band camp week (i.e. first aid kit, coolers, tables, cups, PowerAde powder, etc.). Find someone to wash drink coolers and cups before departure. Confirm which chaperones are riding the bus to ETSU. Specify one or two chaps to drive personal vehicles. Coordinate chaperone duties once you arrive at camp. Plan/gather orders and purchase pizzas for Thursday party. All of this completely outlined in a “day to day” breakdown for the organizer.

Donor Funding:
Solicit cash and merchandise donations from area businesses and individuals. There is a list of businesses that have donated in the past and need to be contacted again. Assists band families in how to contact their own employers for donations. The Boosters have a form letter that can be signed by officer of the Band Boosters. Submits grant proposals for special band projects.

Fundraising:
3 to 4 fundraising events throughout the year. Responsible for setting dates, and locations if applicable, preparing information for distribution (order sheets, sign up sheets, etc.) and overseeing the event. Acquisition of goods and services needed for the fundraising activity.

Parties and Receptions Coordinator:
-Open House or other gathering at beginning of football season
-Christmas reception after concert – invite benefactors/donors
-Spring reception after concert for rising ninth grade students and families
-Other band student parties as may be decided on by the board

Merchandise Sales (T-Shirt and Sportswear):
Meet with area vendors to negotiate prices and styles for band t-shirts, sweatshirts, vehicle magnets, etc. Obtain quotes from different vendors. Provide samples of items for sale, and help determine correct sizing for the student's band t-shirts, scrubs, etc.

Uniform Repair and Alteration:
Organize volunteers during summer full band week to assist during uniform fitting and alterations and check written list on uniform closet door weekly for needed repairs.

Volunteer Recruiting:
Have a list in the band room for students to sign up. Call parents if not enough volunteer through the email/website. Confirm volunteers and finding replacements if needed. Work closely with webmaster to help maintain current online list.

If you feel that any of these committees is right up your alley, please email to sign up now. Many hands make light work.

Minutes from Board Meeting June 1st, 2010

Minutes from Board Meeting July 1st, 2010

Minutes from Board Meeting Aug 12th, 2010

Minutes from Board Meeting April 2, 2011

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© 2006-2010 West High Band Boosters. All rights reserved.

MWHS Telephone Number: 581-1600
Morristown Hamblen High School West, 1 Trojan Trail, Morristown TN 37814

Home Football Games are played at the Burke-Toney Stadium,
1 Hurricane Lane Morristown, TN 37813

© 2006-2010 West High Band Boosters. All rights reserved.