We'd LOVE to see you at the next WMPA meeting on Monday, November 6th at 7:00pm in the band room.
But we will have the minutes posted here. Here are September's and October's minutes to keep you updated.
WMPA Meeting Minutes Oct.2, 2023
In Attendance: President-Laura O Co-VP/Snack Stand-Alison Co-VP Dana M. Secretary-Amy D-
Fundraising Coordinator Tiffany H,
Board Members: , Amy P, Angel L, Jennifer A, Bob B., Michelle A.
Welcome Parents: Beth and John B.,Candace L, Yaritza and Israel R., Fernando A., Barb H.,
Whitehall Principal: Dr. Mayes, MZB Director: Michael Tanzos
Fundraising: Mateys Piza orders are due 10/12, and delivered 10/24 Pies and Poinsettias are on deck
for mid November, candles and strudels after that. All of our fundraising is currently earmarked to
replace the chimes in the pit percussion section.
Apparel Sale: October 14-November 4th check out the new items offered
Snack Stand: Volunteers needed for home games, Home Show, and Playoff games: Alison shared
that the snack stand has been running smoothly. Donations are being received THANK YOU and
please keep them coming! Donations can be monetary as well.
*Parents we also need additional bottled water donations for the band on competition days.
Championships for Band November 4 at New Oxford High School. Look for a google form about
carpooling
*****Home Show- October 28! We need ALL Parents to help with this event please*********
Volunteers needed inside and outside stadium, Distribute donation letters (contact Laura for letter ) to
local businesses, donate baked goods for bake sale or snacks/drinks/additional food for stand.
Watch for sign up genius for volunteer/donation opportunities
Dr. Mayes shared that he has been working on a district 2024-25 budget and a review of the needs and
future of the music department programs. They have committed to improve items such as instruments,
and other necessary supplies for the music department.
Michael Tanzos said he will begin using the band app for Battle Plan and departure/arrival times and
reminds students to always pack an extra snack for competitions. Please only use the following email
for contact:
tanzosm@whitehallcoplay.org
***Mark you calendar for the next WMPA Meeting Monday Nov. 6 at 7:00pm***
WMPA Meeting Minutes Sept. 5, 2023
In Attendance: President-Laura O Co-VP/Snack Stand-Alison Co-VP Dana M. Secretary-Amy D-
Treasurer- Rachel S. -Fundraising Coordinator Tiffany H,
Board Members: , Amy F-P, Angel L, Jennifer A
Welcome Parents: Beth and John B., Paul S.,Candace, Johanna, Fernando
Treasurer Report given by Rachel S. General finances discussed.
Discussion about new truck status; still in process. Board voted and approved purchase of ATV.
Fundraising: Mums (vouchers) from LV Home and Garden will be the next sale distributed 9/12. Pies
and Cookies are next in time for Thanksgiving. All of our fundraising is currently earmarked to replace
the chimes in the pit percussion section.
Board positions: We are recruiting any interested parents to join our board! It helps us with voting at
meetings and money handling (ie: snack stand, home show). This is a great way to get to know other
parents and the goings on of MZB. We are also needing volunteer(s) for an Officer position of
Treasurer or Treasurer Team.
Snack Stand: Volunteers needed for home games: Alison shared that the snack stand has been
running smoothly. Plans to keep the grilled cheese, but make them to order instead of ahead of time.
Donations are being received THANK YOU and please keep them coming! Discussion about hot spot
needed for the tablets, and we may want to consider purchasing that with our WMPA funds.
*Parents we also need additional bottled water donations for the band on competition days.
*****Home Show- October 28! We need ALL Parents to help with this event please*********
Discussed preparations; So far 8 bands registered. Discussed other items including Tents needed,
Hospitality area food donations from local businesses, baked goods for sale, Candy grams,
merchandise, programs, etc.
*A donation request letter will be available at our next meeting for parents to present to businesses.
All this and much more will be discussed at our next meeting. We will view the map of campus and
“walk through” bus/truck arrivals/parking, band practice areas, spectator parking, and all areas where
volunteers will be needed throughout the day.
***Mark you calendar for the WMPA Meeting October 3, 2023 at 7:30 PM (new time)***