March 22, 2026 Band Notes

Order spring flowers here by March 30. Share the flyer with family and friends, and on social media.
Sign up to volunteer at After Prom and/or donate supplies.
Review proposed Bylaws changes sent out on March 14 and respond with any questions/comments by March 28.
Senior Families: Submit your plans for post-graduation - 2026 Senior Plans.

NEW INFORMATION

Nothing bundt Cakes Order Pickup

Here is everything you need to know about getting your delicious cakes:

Primary Pick-up: Thursday, April 2nd, from 6 – 8 PM in the Small Commons at MHS.
Secondary Pick-up: If you can’t make it on Thursday, a backup pick-up window is available on Friday, April 3rd, from 6 – 8 PM in the Small Commons at MHS.
Handling: Please deliver cakes immediately after pick-up, as they require refrigeration.
Late Orders: If an order form wasn’t turned in, please email fundraising@masonbandboosters.com as soon as possible.

Please make every effort to pick up your cakes on April 2nd due to refrigeration space.

We are currently totaling the number of cakes sold and will announce the winners soon!

Spring Concerts Are Coming Up Soon!

As a reminder, spring concerts are coming up in just a few weeks! Attire for students can be found in the info from earlier this Year: ATTIRE. Students will be provided with a bow tie upon arrival. This concert will feature our senior recognition as part of the performances. The itinerary can be found below:

Tuesday, April 28th: Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Winds
Wednesday, April 29th: Concert White and Concert Silver/Green

Itineraries for each band: CLICK HERE

Executive Committee Candidates

We will be voting to elect the next Booster Executive Committee at our Booster Meeting on April 21. We are pleased to announce that the following individuals are running for the listed positions.

Lauren Norfleet - President
Mike Deardorff - Treasurer
Jacquie Wray - Recording Secretary/VP of Communication
Carrie Upchurch - VP of Travel
Kristen Robiglio - VP of Membership (incumbent)
Preeti Sullivan - VP of Marketing
Tyler Buckner - VP of Student Experience (incumbent)
Jennifer Rodway - VP of Fundraising (incumbent)

To learn more about each candidate, please read the bios found HERE.

We are currently looking for volunteers to shadow the role of Medical Secretary for the upcoming 2026 Marching Band Season. Please contact Sally McDonald, our current Medical Secretary for more information at medicalsecretary@masonbandboosters.com.

Booster Meeting Slides

Thank you to everyone who attended the Booster Meeting on Wednesday! Below you will find slides from the meeting.

3-18-2026 Booster Meeting Slides

There were no Slido Questions

REMINDERS

Instrument Fair for Fifth Graders

The 5th grade instrument fair is coming up soon on Saturday, April 11th after spring break. This is the day that the 5th grade students get to try instruments before 6th grade band!

We are looking for some high school student volunteers to assist the directors in helping a bunch of excited 5th graders try instruments.

MHS Recital Night Information

Recital night is coming up very soon! We are looking forward to the performances.

Soloists: If you are utilizing a Mason-provided accompanist, rehearsals with your accompanist will be The Week of APRIL 6th in class or after school.

Please check this schedule for your rehearsals → CLICK HERE FOR REHEARSAL SCHEDULE. Please be on time for your rehearsals, as there are not any extra time slots available.

Recital Night Performance Dates:
Woodwinds: Monday, April 13, 2026
Brass and Percussion: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
*Full Schedule: CLICK HERE - Email any missing info in RED to Mr. Hinson
*Student Directions: CLICK HERE

You are welcome and encouraged to watch other students’ performances! Parents and welcome and encouraged to watch your student’s performance and clinic too.

It’s Time to Recognize Our Class of 2026!

Attention Seniors!! It’s time to celebrate YOU!! We would love for you to create a senior shoutout slide so our band family can celebrate you and your accomplishments! Please click here for instructions. Please submit as soon as possible.

Spring Flower Sale is in Full Bloom!

It’s time to order spring flowers! Orders will be delivered in time for Mother’s Day.

Don’t miss out on your opportunity to make your yard beautiful and to honor the special women in your life.

We once again have a variety of flowers, greens, and vegetables, plus hanging baskets and pots, along with options for teacher gifts and Natorp’s gift cards.

Order Here and help us promote this great way to help Mason Bands while bringing beauty to your yard!

Sale Ends: Monday, March 30
Pickup/Delivery Date: Saturday, May 2

Please contact flowersale@masonbandboosters.com with any questions.

Proposed Bylaws Changes

As explained during the last Booster Meeting, the Executive Committee has been working over the past few months to update the bylaws, primarily based on advice received in a seminar for non-profit organizations.

Here are the links to the files containing the proposed changes, and the current bylaws. (Both are in the Files section of BoosterHub.) All proposed changes are marked using standard insert and deletion markup.

Please take a moment to review the proposed changes to the bylaws. Members have through Saturday, March 28, to respond with any questions or suggestions related to these proposed changes. All responses should be directed to secretary@masonbandboosters.com. The Executive Committee will be available following the General Booster Meeting on Wednesday, March 18, to answer any questions you may have.

Following this two-week review period, the Executive Committee will send out proposed changes again, with any updates based on member feedback. Members will have an opportunity to vote on those proposed changes at the Booster Meeting on Tuesday, April 21.

Please note that the current proposed changes are based on review by the Executive Committee. Members can propose changes to the bylaws by presenting to the Executive Committee a petition signed by at least 50 booster members (see ARTICLE XIV, Section 1).

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me at secretary@masonbandboosters.com.

April Booster Meeting - Save the Date

Our next General Booster Meeting will be on Tuesday, April 21 at 7pm in the Small Commons.

This will be an extremely important meeting!

Topics include:

Executive Committee Election
Vote on Proposed Bylaws Updates
Marching Band forms and information for the upcoming season

After Prom - Help Needed!

Each year, Mason Band Boosters sponsors a temporary tattoo parlor at Mason’s After Prom. After Prom provides a safe space for students to continue to enjoy prom night and is held at the high school. The event this year is on Saturday, April 18th.

After Prom's theme this year is “Island Adventure” and our area will be transformed into a Dinosaur Valley.

We need your help to make this incredibly fun party a success! Every year we have a long line at our temporary tattoo parlor, so every year we need to restock our tattoo selection. You can see the most popular tattoos and choose ones to donate off our Amazon Wishlist here.

We also need volunteers to help set up the space Friday night as well as to work the tattoo parlor during After Prom. While it's a late night it is so much fun and the students are all appreciative of the experience. Volunteer shifts are now posted in BoosterHub.

2026 Marching Band Next Steps

Marching Band Registration Next Steps:

PAST DUE:

MB 2026 COMMITMENT FORM
Marching Band School Fee #1, $400 via PaySchools Central or check to Mason City Schools

Due April 1: Marching Band School Fee #2, $400 via PaySchools Central or check to Mason City Schools

Other Marching Band Documents:

Fee Schedule:
Note: School fees are now live on PaySchools Central - be sure to scroll to the bottom of the Performing Arts Fees to the Band 26/27 fees (see below).

Fee 1 Due MARCH 1: MCS MB SCHOOL FEE 1 $400 | via PaySchools Central or check to Mason City Schools
Fee 2 Due APRIL 1: MCS MB SCHOOL FEE 2 $400 | via PaySchools Central or check to Mason City Schools
Fee 3 Due MAY 1: MB CONSUMABLE FEE* | via Quickbooks email invoice or check to Mason Band Boosters
Fee 4 Due JUNE 1: MCS MB SCHOOL FEE 3 $400 | via PaySchools Central or check to Mason City Schools
Fee 5 Due AUG 1: MB STUDENT EXPERIENCE FEE 1 $400 | via Quickbooks email invoice or check to Mason Band Boosters
Fee 6 Due SEP 1: MB STUDENT EXPERIENCE FEE 2 $400 | via Quickbooks email invoice or check to Mason Band Boosters
Fee 7 Due OCT 1: MB STUDENT EXPERIENCE FEE 3** $400 | via Quickbooks email invoice or check to Mason Band Boosters

IMPORTANT: For all payments by check - please include the student’s name and student ID and the fee you are paying on the memo line of the check. Example: “Jane Doe 987654 Band Fee 1”

*The amount due for Consumable Fee varies by student. Families are required to complete the Consumable Fee Jot Form to select/pay for their consumable items by May 1. This fee range is between $200-$550 depending on the items you need. New students will be on the high end. Veteran students (who already have these items) will be on the lower end.

**The amount for MB Student Experience Fee 3 at $400 is currently tentative. This is our current best projection. This amount will be finalized as costs for our travel become finalized in the late spring and summer. A communication will be sent in the fall informing everyone of the finalized cost.

MHS Winter Percussion Information

Winter Percussion has begun! See info document below for the schedule, signup form and all details. All of these dates are also on the band calendar.

2026 WINTER PERCUSSION INFO DOCUMENT

Email Mr. Cato with any questions: mhspercussion@masonohioschools.com

Peer Mentoring Band Program

One of our band seniors, Koby Carson, is starting a peer mentoring program for band students. He will be matching up students who’d like help from an older student who plays their instrument.

CLICK HERE to watch a video with more information

CLICK HERE to sign up as a mentor or to get help from a mentor.