Disney Trip Update
6/23/2020, From Mr. Ewing:
Many of you have been asking about the current status of the Disney trip refunds. After contacting the travel company this morning, this is the latest information:
The travel company – Group Travel Consultants Inc. – has finally received refund amounts from all the vendors EXCEPT the bus company.
Group Travel Consultants Inc. applied for and was just awarded an Economic Injury Disaster Loan from the COVID-19 CARES Act passed by Congress. This will allow the company to move forward with refunds while they wait on the bus company.
What does this mean for you?
Group Travel Consultants, Inc. has assured me that their accountant is working on amounts for all of their clients, and that they should be able to start sending checks within the next week or two.
Once the Band Booster Association receives the refund check, the booster treasurer will begin writing checks for each of you. Hopefully if all goes as planned, that means refunds will reach you in the next two to three weeks.
The travel industry nationwide was severely impacted by the COVID-19 shutdown. Group Travel Consultants Inc. has been working hard to keep their contractual obligations to the band, and has one of the best refund policies in the business. Many other band programs across the state that have used other companies have lost thousands of dollars.
I understand the hardships that many of you are facing because of the pandemic. I ask that you continue to be patient as this process finally begins to conclude.
Many of you have been asking about the current status of the Disney trip refunds. After contacting the travel company this morning, this is the latest information:
The travel company – Group Travel Consultants Inc. – has finally received refund amounts from all the vendors EXCEPT the bus company.
Group Travel Consultants Inc. applied for and was just awarded an Economic Injury Disaster Loan from the COVID-19 CARES Act passed by Congress. This will allow the company to move forward with refunds while they wait on the bus company.
What does this mean for you?
Group Travel Consultants, Inc. has assured me that their accountant is working on amounts for all of their clients, and that they should be able to start sending checks within the next week or two.
Once the Band Booster Association receives the refund check, the booster treasurer will begin writing checks for each of you. Hopefully if all goes as planned, that means refunds will reach you in the next two to three weeks.
The travel industry nationwide was severely impacted by the COVID-19 shutdown. Group Travel Consultants Inc. has been working hard to keep their contractual obligations to the band, and has one of the best refund policies in the business. Many other band programs across the state that have used other companies have lost thousands of dollars.
I understand the hardships that many of you are facing because of the pandemic. I ask that you continue to be patient as this process finally begins to conclude.
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UPCOMING EVENTS |
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Summer Band Session 2
End of July - Specific Dates TBA
End of July - Specific Dates TBA
**Be sure to visit the Calendar page for a complete listing of the year's events!
Due to Covid-19, the 20-21 calendar is tentative and subject to change.
Due to Covid-19, the 20-21 calendar is tentative and subject to change.
Brisket Fundraiser Cancelled
Due to the current crisis, the Band Boosters will be unable to move forward with the Brisket Fundraiser that was scheduled for Sunday, March 29th.
If you purchased a ticket, a refund date and time will be set up once classes resume.
If you purchased a ticket, a refund date and time will be set up once classes resume.
ATTENTION PARENTS OF STUDENTS
GOING ON THE DISNEY TRIP:
The following information was covered in the parent meeting on Friday, March 13th:
The BISD Superintendent cancelled ALL student travel outside of the Rio Grande Valley - this includes the band trip to Orlando, FL in May.
As of now, most of the money paid toward the trip will be refunded.
There is a NON-REFUNDABLE amount of $125 per traveler.
Any amount paid directly by the traveler beyond the $125 will be refunded.
Any amount paid through fundraising can NOT be refunded, and will be applied toward next year's trip.
As the COVID-19 precautions pass and normal routines are established, if it is possible to re-instate the trip this year, that option will be considered.
If the traveler would like, the total amount of your refund can be rolled over towards next year's trip.
Refunds will be available as soon as the funds are received from our TRAVEL COMPANY.
Please fill out the information HERE and return to Mr. Ewing: drewing@bisd.us
The BISD Superintendent cancelled ALL student travel outside of the Rio Grande Valley - this includes the band trip to Orlando, FL in May.
As of now, most of the money paid toward the trip will be refunded.
There is a NON-REFUNDABLE amount of $125 per traveler.
Any amount paid directly by the traveler beyond the $125 will be refunded.
Any amount paid through fundraising can NOT be refunded, and will be applied toward next year's trip.
As the COVID-19 precautions pass and normal routines are established, if it is possible to re-instate the trip this year, that option will be considered.
If the traveler would like, the total amount of your refund can be rolled over towards next year's trip.
Refunds will be available as soon as the funds are received from our TRAVEL COMPANY.
Please fill out the information HERE and return to Mr. Ewing: drewing@bisd.us
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
2020 TMEA All State Band Members!!!
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Victor Sosa
1st Chair Clarinet, All State Philharmonic Orchestra Michael De Leon 4th Chair Alto Saxophone, All State Symphonic Band Anthony Lozano 9th Chair Percussion, All State Symphonic Band JonCarlo Picazo 2nd Chair Alto Saxophone, All State Concert Band Karla Flores 4th Chair Oboe, All State Concert Band Joseph Sanchez 4th Chair Trumpet, All State Concert Band Alex Hernandez 5th Chair Bassoon, All State Concert Band David Gonzalez 5th Chair Horn, All State Concert Band |
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The Band Boosters need YOU, Moms and Dads!!
If you would like to volunteer to help the Hanna Band Boosters and the Hanna Golden Eagle Band EMAIL US or stop by the band office after rehearsal for more information. New volunteers are always needed and welcome!! Vertical Divider
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If you are planning to volunteer with the Hanna Band Boosters, the school district requires you to fill out the BISD Volunteer Application.
Follow these steps to complete your application: 1. Click the button below 2. Start New Application 2. Submit the Application and PRINT the completed application 3. Give the printed application and a copy of your driver's license to Mr. Ewing |
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