• Molly Dubberke
• Amy Randles
• Tanya Craft
• Joe Hathaway
• John Strahlman
• Kathi Haller
• Katy Coulson
• Mr. Banks (Director)
• Ms. Smith (staff)
• Denna Davidson

• Brief introductions were made.

• Band Camp Dinners: More expensive but well received, costs offset by donations.
• Performance Gear: Distributed smoothly, thanks to Amoreena Hathaway.
• Uniforms & Dinkles: Measurements completed during Band Camp.
• Opening Day: Bagels provided; students looked sharp.
• Roadies: 13 confirmed, strong support team. Led by Joe Hathaway again this year.
• Cardinals Game: Successful performance; ≈ $3,000 raised.
• Parent Social Night: Sept 25, 7 PM at Jefferson Grill.

• Vertical Raise (HS): Raised ≈ $32,000 gross, ~$27,200 net after fees; 77% participation.
• Middle Schools: North vs. Nipher 'Battle of the Bands' fundraiser + popcorn option.
• Letter Appeal: Still going out, target $4,000, include scholarship testimonials.
• Breakfast with the Band: Feb 21, 2026.
• Mattress Sale: March 2026, easy fundraiser, ≈ $5,000 raised last year.

• Budget period May–April. Income ≈ $86,000, expenses ≈ $76,000, surplus ≈ $10,000.
• Balances as of 9/8/25:
  • Checking $41,123.71
  • Money Market $55,639.16
  • Total $96,762.87.
• Budget unanimously approved.

• Orders extended to Sept 19. Beanies/scarves being ordered now for cold weather sales.

• Bandemonium: Need setup helpers.
• Uniform Crew: Extra help for Green Tree Parade.
• Water: Covered; Derek coordinating.
• Laundry: Volunteer needed for bibbers/shirts after events.

• Enrollment strong (130 GIM students, up from 80). Thanks for KB2 support.
• Percussion: Drumline/front ensemble strong start; 2nd place competition Aug 23. High School: Pep rallies, 2 away games, Cardinals game successful. Preparing for first home FB game & Greentree Parade.
• Upcoming dates:
  • September 19--McCluer North game
  • September 30--Unified Night Lights
  • October 17--Ladue game
  • October 23--Hazelwood Central
  • October 29--Bandemonium
  • November 3--District Regionals
  • November 5--KB2 meeting
  • November 25--Red and White Pep Assembly
  • November 27--Community Pep Rally
  • November 28--Turkey Day (Senior Night).
  • Football reclassified to Class 5; may affect playoffs.
  • December 9--Jazz Concert.

• Meeting adjourned on time. Gratitude expressed to parents, roadies, volunteers, and KB2 leadership.