Welcome!
Ballard Performing Arts Boosters
Ballard Performing Arts Boosters
What we do?
We support the BHS Performing Arts programs and directors by providing:
communications
volunteering
fundraising
Communication—Group Reps
Ask Them Anything!
Reps for each program:
bpabbandrep@gmail.com –Carol Cheyne
bpabjazzrep@gmail.com – Rebecca Adamson
bpabchoirrep@gmail.com – Jaimee Papineau
bpabtheatrerep@gmail.com – Bonnie Moses, Eia Waltzer
Steph Turner-Busiel
bpaborchestrarep@gmail.com – Connie Kelleher
* Please save their emails to your safe contacts.
* May contact you about paperwork or payments.
Communications - Website
• Descriptions of programs, directors, uniforms, etc
• Download scholarship forms and other forms
• Make payments
• Links to calendar
• Details for fundraising, volunteering
• E-news archives
• Contact information & more
Communications—E Newsletter
The best resource for up to date BPA happenings is the Weekly e-newsletter!!
* Need to sign up? You can do that here tonight!
…or sign up via the BPA website.
*Please mark this address as a safe contact
(Gmail users; this may go into Promotions folder)
* Sent out on Tuesdays
* Note: this is not the same as the BHS/PTSA weekly enews
Communications—Remind Codes
Remind.com codes
Sign up for the class(es) your student is in and receive text messages regarding BPA. To join, text the below to 81010
Orchestra Classes
@BHS22OrcS Orchestra Students
@BHS22OrcP Orchestra PARENTS
Choir Classes
@BHS22ChS Choir Students
@BHS22ChP Choir PARENTS
Band Classes
@BHS22BndS Band Students
@bhs22bndP1 Band PARENTS (surname a-m)
@bhs22bndP2 Band PARENTS (surname o-z)
@BHS22PercS Percussion Students
@BHS22PercP Percussion PARENTS
Codes are new for this year. You need to sign up again, even if you did last year.
Communications - Social Media
Communications - Video and Photos
Volunteers
We need YOU to help support our thriving programs.
Different ways to volunteer:
Specific volunteer asks are listed in the weekly e-newsletter.
Volunteers - Help Wanted Now
Coming soon/future roles:
VP of Communications, program reps, and more
Volunteers - Other help needed
Other needs throughout the year are advertised in our weekly enews. Or check anytime on the Volunteer page, under the BPA Families tab.�
A few jobs that will need volunteers:
Volunteering - How Else Can You Help?
Theatre Performances:
This year’s season includes Burial at Thebes in October, Secret Garden in March, and One Act Plays in May.
Have a talent you would like to share? Let us know!
Program Funding
The Seattle Public School district funds the director’s salary. That is all.
The district gives no additional funds for the program >> $0.00
The BHS Performing Arts Programs are funded from ASB funds (Associated Student Body), fees and Ballard Performing Arts Booster Club funds and donations.
ASB Funds vs Booster Funds�
ASB
(Associated Student Body)
Funds go to the school’s budget.
These funds can cover costs of trips, uniforms (new, dry cleaning and repair), sheet music, instrument repair and replacement, and transportation for day fieldtrips. These funds cannot be used to pay for additional instruction or scholarships.
Boosters Club
Boosters budget can pay for any BPA related expense but we choose to use the money to fill the void of what, by law, the ASB cannot pay for.
This includes scholarships and additional instruction.
The balance of our budget covers other program costs, fundraising and administrative costs.
Sample BPA Booster Budget
Based on Total estimated budget 2017 18 $128,150.00
Sample BPA Booster Budget Income
Based on Total estimated budget 2017 18 $128,150.00
BPAB Fundraising Overview
Fundraising - Historic Major Events
Brewery Fundraising Event, TBD *Nov 16th
An all-ages evening off site, small ensemble groups perform, food, and fun!
Spaghetti Dinner *Feb 11th
In the BHS Commons with all groups performing and the cast of the year’s current musical
Mattress Fundraiser *Feb 5th
Yes, it sounds strange but it raises funds!
Do you have an idea for a fundraiser? Contact us!
Fundraising - Direct Giving
Donate Any Time on our Website!
https://www.ballardperformingarts.org/fundraising
Don’t forget matching funds
Fundraising - Concerts, Gigs &
Dine Outs
These are funds raised by:
($25 per seat)
Fundraising - Sponsorships
* A great way for the community to support our programs.
* Many local businesses support performing arts and want to drive parents to their business.
* Levels start at $500.00 and include benefits of logo on website, on weekly e-news, performance programs and tickets to productions and concerts, social media spotlights, etc.
Sponsorship Contact:
Cynthia Kemp, bpabsponsorships@gmail.com
Fundraising - Sponsorships cont.
Benefits include:
Fundraising - Donations & Grants
BPA appreciates any grants or donations to help support the program!
* Online: Donate on the web site
* Mail to: BPA, PO Box 17774, Seattle, WA 98127
If you know of a grant that would fit our programs, please contact us at bpabsecretary@gmail.com
Fundraising - Passive Fundraising
Fred Meyer Community Rewards
direct link � https://www.fredmeyer.com/topic/community-rewards-frequently-asked-questions
Choose Ballard High School Performing Arts Booster Club (or PH178)
Bartell’s B-Card
direct link http://www.escrip.com/merchants/identity/bcaringcard/index.jsp
Choose BHS Performing Arts Booster Club eScrip Group ID – 500045304
Amazon Smile
Choose Ballard High School Performing Arts Booster Club
More program details are on the website www.ballardperformingarts.org
Fees
BPA must charge fees to cover some of the annual costs per student.
Fees help to pay for supplies, coaching and more that support the students and the program.
Annual Fee
Each music student pays $155 for:
*One-time fee for students, even if in multiple groups
Due September 30th * Scholarships are available!
Additional Concert Wear costs
Concert wear is loaned out for the entire school year. Students keep at home. Students are responsible for the clothing, the garment bag and the hanger.�
Students must provide:
For Dresses: Nylons or tights and low heeled black shoes
For Tuxes: tux shirt & studs, (approx. $30 from Ted Brown Music) Jill has several previously used tux shirts with studs for $15.00.
And black socks & dress shoes.�
You do not need to dry clean concert wear during the year but you should wash the tux shirt.(please!)
Camp Fees
• Camp fees cover the actual cost of transportation, accommodations, and some meals.
Group-Specific Fees
Some classes have the need for extra coaching or materials. For those an extra fee is charged.
Jazz Band I $150.00
Jazz Band II $150.00
Percussion $ 50.00
Fiddle Ensemble $150.00
Due Sept 30th
ASB Cards
Mandatory for all band members. The ASB card allows band members performing at football & basketball games free entrance.
This $35.00 fee are paid through School Pay (Source) or at the fiscal office at BHS (in the Commons)
You can’t pay for this on the boosters payment site.
ASB cards also have the benefit of a reduced entrance price at other athletic events. If you have an ASB card already from playing a sport at BHS, you don’t need another one.
How to pay for fees?
Pay online: Go to ballardperformingarts.org and click on “Payments and Tickets” find the dropdown for your program and pay the fee online (via PayPal)*.
By Mail: All fees may be paid for by check, mailed to: BPA, PO Box 17774, Seattle, WA 98127�
* If you create an account before you pay you will be able to go back and review if you made a payment.
Overnight Trip Fees
Some groups may go on overnight trips during the school year, pending Covid protocols.
The fee is charged only to those going on the trip.
The fee includes costs of transportation, accommodations, festival/entry fees, and some meals.
(Trip fees are not covered by any of the Annual Fees.)
2022 2023 Overnight Trip Fees -- TBD
Total cost is usually divided into 3 payments over time.�
Scholarships are available as well as several student fundraisers
Student Fundraising for Trips
BPA Boosters help organize several fundraisers where students can sell a product and a portion of the profit goes to their student account. These funds can pay for camp, trips, and annual fees.
2022-2023 Student Fundraisers
Chocolate Bars
Sell for $1 bar -
$60 box
Student earns $25.00 per box
Sale Nov - Dec
Coffee
Caffe Appassionato
Sells for $14 for
12oz bag
Student earns $6 per bag
Sales Nov and April
Some prices may be updated for this year
Scholarships
A critical part of the mission of the BPAB is to ensure every student can fully participate regardless of their financial situation.
The scholarship form is available online.
�Please return to your director or to the mailbox in the band room.
All scholarship request are due Oct 4. Decisions will be emailed out by the beginning of November.
Thank You! Please Join Us Again
Meetings are at 6 p.m.
either on Zoom or in BHS Library (check calendar)�Usually Second Tuesday of Month�Oct. 11
Nov. 8
Dec. 6
Jan. 10
Feb. 7
March 7
April 18
May 9
June 20
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Have questions?
Email us!
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