I had a phenomenal booster club at my last school and just got one started at my new school. It's wonderful to not have to wait for the school to pay for certain things and never worry about concessions or anything.
I have never had a bad experience with parents trying to take over, and the only goal any of them have ever had was to do what I needed to have a successful show. My friend has a nightmare parent though that thinks her daughter should be the lead (and by lead, she means the ingenue only) in everything and hates every show choice. I honestly think those parents are more the exception than the rule, but they can take up so much of your energy when they do pop up. You can write language into the bylaws that membership in the booster club does not guarantee casting or leadership positions for the student, nor does it imply artistic control or influence.
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Heather Brandon
Bakersfield CA
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Original Message:
Sent: 04-29-2019 10:10
From: Ellen O'Reilly-LaSalle
Subject: Booster Groups
Hi
I am reaching out to see if anyone has experience with Booster groups. I am interested in the things that should be included in bylaws. As well as any negatives or positives that you can share. I have some parents interested in starting one and I am looking for advice from teachers before moving forward.
Thank you!
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Ellen O'Reilly-LaSalle
Dighton Rehoboth Regional High School
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