Fundraising efforts generally fall into one of two categories: credits benefitting the individual students who work, and the General Account, as determined in advance by Band Booster board members. Band Boosters has established the following fundraising activities for the 2009-2010 school year: (under construction)

Entertainment (Happenings) 2011  Books

Students are highly encouraged to sell these coupon books as a way to make money for the Branson Marching Band trip.  This is the only fundraiser that is happening this fall for  students to add money to their student account, decreasing the total out of pocket cost for the trip.  The books may be  picked up from Mr. Desens any day before or after school.  The books are $30  with $10-$11 of that amount going into the students individual band account.  Students may pay for the books when they pick them up, or check them out on an  "honor" system and pay for the ones they sell.  Any books that are not sold may be returned in perfect condition to Mr. Desens by the Sept. 30th dead line.  Please contact Mr. Desens (952-431-8266) with any questions or concerns.

As you most certainly have heard, the school district faces severe budget challenges like every district in the state. In an effort to help maintain the outstanding music program at AVHS the Band Boosters are contributing significantly more this year from its reserves. We welcome your input and ideas on fundraising ideas -- whether for student accounts or the general account. Consider attending the Parent meeting on September 21or send your input to president@avhsbandboosters.org.

Thank you!.