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July 2025 Music Boosters Newsletter

Sent: July 2, 2025

Dear Music Families and Staff,

I hope this message finds you staying cool in this summer heat and enjoying some well-deserved rest and relaxation. While school may be on break, the Nutley Music Boosters are already in full swing preparing for another exciting and successful year of music ahead.

We’ve been busy behind the scenes updating how we share information with our families. This month, we launched a revamped homepage and simplified website navigation to make it easier to find what you need, when you need it. At the center of this is our brand-new Parent Info Hub—your one-stop resource for all things Boosters, including fundraising details, event info, forms, volunteer opportunities, and more.

We’re also excited to announce the launch of our new BAND App group for the 2025–26 school year! This will become our primary tool for communication, with quick updates, reminders, and important announcements throughout the season.

In addition, our Summer and Fall fundraising season is officially underway, along with year-round opportunities like Gertrude Hawk and Shop Rite/Stop & Shop gift cards. These are a great way to start earning fundraising credits now to offset music-related expenses like trips, uniforms, and participation fees. One of our most fun, easy, and profitable options—Football Mania—is back! For just $20 a ticket, students earn $14 in credit, and supporters have the chance to win weekly cash prizes during the NFL season.

We’re also looking forward to the start of our Nutley Summer Music Program, which kicks off July 14! This two-week program gives students a great opportunity to strengthen their musical skills or try something new during the summer.

📅 And Marching Band families—save the date for our Parent Meet & Greet on Thursday, August 14. It’ll be a fun, casual evening to connect with other parents and learn more about the season ahead.

Now is also the perfect time to renew your Nutley Music Boosters membership for the 2025–26 school year. Membership is just $25 per family. You can join or renew through our website by clicking here.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions, suggestions, or feedback by email or message directly in the BAND App.

Enjoy the rest of your summer—and we look forward to an exciting year ahead!

Warm regards,

Sal Scarpelli

President, Nutley Music Boosters

📣 Parent Info Hub Is Now Live

Your all-in-one resource is here! Whether you're brand new or a returning parent, the Parent Info Hub is your go-to spot to keep you informed, involved, and connected all year long!

This easy-to-navigate page includes:

• News, announcements, and important dates

• General and student fundraising details

• BAND App instructions and join link

• Booster meeting minutes and executive board contacts

• Program handouts, forms, and quick links

• Volunteer opportunities and more

🔗 Visit the Parent Info Hub now: nutleymusicboosters.org/parent-info/info-hub

📱 Join Our New BAND App Group

We’ve launched a new BAND App group for 2025–26. The BAND App is how the Nutley Music Boosters share important updates, schedules, and volunteer opportunities throughout the year. It’s free, easy to use, and helps make sure you never miss a thing. Click here to join: https://band.us/n/a8aab3Eap5zeS

Please note: Last year’s BAND App group will be archived, so be sure to switch over now to stay in the loop.

Why should you join?

• Stay organized with our shared calendar

• Get real-time updates on deadlines, fundraisers, and events

• Sign up to help with volunteer needs

• See and share photos from performances and trips

• Chat and connect with other music parents and booster leaders

💰Student Fundraising Information

Music Boosters provides over a dozen opportunities each year for students to earn fundraising credits to offset various costs associated with being part of the music program at NHS and JHWMS, including trips, participation fees and more! There is something for everyone!

• For your student’s current fundraising balance, please contact NMBA Treasurer, Teresa Bonilla at trealpebonilla2018@gmail.com.

• We have revamped our Student Fundraising page - Get a sneak peak of what's planned for this year! Check it out at https://www.nutleymusicboosters.org/parent-info/studentfundraising

🏈 Football Mania Has Kicked Off!

Fundraising Credit: $14 per card sold

Game Cards cost $20 each

Chairperson: Fabian Castillo

                       (908) 616-4508 / fmc3279@aol.com

We are excited to bring this fundraiser back for the 2025 season! To play the game, participants simply add up the points scored by their 3 randomly selected teams. Every week of the pro football season, the 15 highest scoring game cards and the 3 lowest scoring game cards all win prizes. Prizes awarded each week range from $25 to $500!

• Video Overview

You must contact Fabian Castillo to receive your physical game cards to sell. All sold stubs and unsold game cards must be returned no later than September 2

🚨UPDATE: Grocery Store Gift Cards

Fundraising Credit: $5 for every $100

Chairperson: Joann Kielblock

                       (973) 534-7125 / jm.kielblock@gmail.com

Shop-Rite and Stop & Shop Gift Cards available in $50 & $100 denominations

Contact Joann Kielblock directly for orders paid via Venmo, Cash or Paper Check. Visit https://tinyurl.com/NMBACards to submit order via Credit Card or E-Check

📆 Important Dates & Reminders

• Now–Sept 2 - Football Mania Fundraiser

• July 14–25 - Summer Music Program

• July 15 - Marching Band Payment #3 Due

• August 14 - Marching Band Parent Meet & Greet

• August 15 - Marching Band Payment #4 Due

• August 20-22 - Home Band Camp

• August 22 - Band Camp Luggage Check

• August 24-28 - Away Band Camp

• September 3 - First Day of School

• September 8 - General Music Boosters Meeting