Frequently Asked Questions!
We know that everyone has a lot of questions. We’re hoping to answer some of the most asked questions here so that we all have the same information.
Q: Will students have a BAND account and a MACY’S account?
A: YES! The band fees this year are $300. Once that amount is reached in a student’s band account, then they can begin to collect funds in their Macy’s account.
Q: Under what circumstances can a student put money into their Macy’s account BEFORE their band accounts are covered?
A: If a student gets a sponsorship or donation that is specifically designated for Macy’s, then that can be placed into their Macy’s account upon the approval of Mr. Garcia.
Q: Will incoming 8th graders have a Macy’s account?
A: YES! All incoming 8th graders who completed a full year of 7th grade band will have a Macy’s account set up for them and they can begin to collect funds. They will not have to fund a band account first this year.
Q: If I have a fundraising idea, who should I contact?
A: Anyone with a fundraiser idea for the Macy’s trip can email the Macy’s Committee at [email protected]. A committee member will contact you. Mr. Garcia will not be fielding fundraising ideas.
Q: How do I know what fundraisers will go towards student accounts? A: This information will be available for each individual fundraiser. Please remember though that fundraising for the general fund accounts is very important, too. The Boosters and the Macy’s fund will both have general expenses that will need to be supported as well for our program to be successful.
Q: If I have questions, how do I get in touch with the Macy’s Committee? A: The Macy’s Committee’s goal is to have as much information as possible posted on a new webpage that’s being set-up, and in this newsletter. However, we know people will have questions. You can email us at [email protected] with any and all questions and we will get those questions to the right person.
Q: So what will students need in their accounts by October 15th (the first payment deadline for the Macy’s trip)?
A: At least $500.00!.By October 15th, students should have their band account funded ($300) and at least $200 in their Macy’s accounts. That deadline will come up quickly! This is why it will be important for students to participate in as many fundraisers as possible. When scheduled payments are due, if the student’s Macy’s account is short, family contributions will be necessary. Student accounts must be funded before family travel fees are paid to the travel company.
Q: Will students have a BAND account and a MACY’S account?
A: YES! The band fees this year are $300. Once that amount is reached in a student’s band account, then they can begin to collect funds in their Macy’s account.
Q: Under what circumstances can a student put money into their Macy’s account BEFORE their band accounts are covered?
A: If a student gets a sponsorship or donation that is specifically designated for Macy’s, then that can be placed into their Macy’s account upon the approval of Mr. Garcia.
Q: Will incoming 8th graders have a Macy’s account?
A: YES! All incoming 8th graders who completed a full year of 7th grade band will have a Macy’s account set up for them and they can begin to collect funds. They will not have to fund a band account first this year.
Q: If I have a fundraising idea, who should I contact?
A: Anyone with a fundraiser idea for the Macy’s trip can email the Macy’s Committee at [email protected]. A committee member will contact you. Mr. Garcia will not be fielding fundraising ideas.
Q: How do I know what fundraisers will go towards student accounts? A: This information will be available for each individual fundraiser. Please remember though that fundraising for the general fund accounts is very important, too. The Boosters and the Macy’s fund will both have general expenses that will need to be supported as well for our program to be successful.
Q: If I have questions, how do I get in touch with the Macy’s Committee? A: The Macy’s Committee’s goal is to have as much information as possible posted on a new webpage that’s being set-up, and in this newsletter. However, we know people will have questions. You can email us at [email protected] with any and all questions and we will get those questions to the right person.
Q: So what will students need in their accounts by October 15th (the first payment deadline for the Macy’s trip)?
A: At least $500.00!.By October 15th, students should have their band account funded ($300) and at least $200 in their Macy’s accounts. That deadline will come up quickly! This is why it will be important for students to participate in as many fundraisers as possible. When scheduled payments are due, if the student’s Macy’s account is short, family contributions will be necessary. Student accounts must be funded before family travel fees are paid to the travel company.