7 Not so FAQ - but good to know

To perform in the marching show, the band member must travel with the band to and from the event.  Buses (with boosters – as chaperones and a “first-aider” – additional booster volunteer opportunities!) are provided by the school.   After football games, shows, and competitions, the staff review the performance with the band members.   […]

Marching uniforms (shako, bibber and jacket) are provided by the band program and assigned to each student at the beginning of the marching season.  They stay at Desert Vista when not in use.  Additional items (shoes, socks, show shirt, shorts, gloves, collar liner) are needed to complete the uniform (some of these items are included

There is always a First Aid person assigned to all events, including band camp and the out of state competition trip.  The First Aider must be notified in writing by the parent what the student is taking and if the student is self-administering.  Other (not self administrating) over the counter, prescription or controlled substance medication

You can see them on our website Documents and Forms page. These are password protected. Please contact the Web Admin if you need the password.

The DV Band Boosters are part of a 501(c)3 organization known as Desert Vista Thunder Board Association.  As such, we have some specific requirements that relate to this type of tax exempt organization.   Two primary documents govern DVBB and the other DV Booster Clubs: 1) Thunder Board By-laws, and 2) Thunder Board Policies and

Chairs are filled by volunteers.  If multiple volunteers step forward for a position, or if there are no volunteers for a position, the Executive Board is responsible for selecting someone to fill the position.

Band Booster Meeting Minutes are posted on the Thunder Band website, on the Documents and Forms page here. Executive Board Meeting Minutes are not posted publicly due to sensitive issues that may be discussed.

Band Booster meetings are held periodically throughout the year.  A minimum of three meetings are held, one in the fall, one in the spring, and one towards the end of the school year.  More may be held when information needs to be shared.  All meetings will be posted on the band’s on-line Calendar.

Yes.  Generally, it is held the second Saturday in May. 
 All band students, parents and guests are invited and required to RSVP.  
 Parents and guests must purchase a TICKET, but the band students are complimentary (free).  
The TICKET includes admission to the banquet and dinner.  
There may be a raffle and/or silent auction.