The Rincon/University Marching Band Association is a volunteer organization that supports the artistic growth of band students personally and financially.

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RUMBA Board 2009-2010

Office/Board Position

Name

E-mail address

Phone

Director of Bands

Jeff Marchant

director@rangerband.org

President

Adam Bliven

president@rangerband.org

(520) 240-0351

Vice-President
David Velasco
Theresa Riel
(520) 403-1964
(520) 237-9095

Treasurer (General funds)

Jani Fisk

treas@rangerband.org

(520) 313-6383

Treasurer (IMF accounts)

Karen Spencer

treas@rangerband.org

(520) 360-3902

Secretary

Wendy Rees

secretary@rangerband.org

Fundraising Chairperson

Theresa Riel

fundraising@rangerband.org

(520) 237-9095

Communications Committee Chairperson
( Member at Large)
Jason Hess

(520) 370-7609

Danceline & Twirler
Parent Representative

Maureen Wilson

dancetwirl@rangerband.org

(520) 795-2174

Chaperone Coordinator
(Member at Large)

Betsy Hughes

chapco@rangerband.org

(520) 795-0412

Freshman Parent Rep

Sharon Walk

freshrep@rangerband.org

(520) 743-9417

Members at Large

Elliott Klahr

emklahr@cox.net

(520) 980-0515

Minutes from the 11/10/08 RUMBA meeting are here.
Minutes from the 10/13/08 RUMBA meeting are here.
Minutes from the 2/9/09 RUMBA meeting are here.
Minutes from the 3/9/09 RUMBA meeting are here.
Minutes from the 4/6/09 RUMBA meeting are here.
Minutes from the 5/26/09 RUMBA meeting are here.
Minutes from the 08/10/09 RUMBA meeting are here.
Minutes from the 09/14/09 RUMBA meeting are here.
Minutes from the 02/08/10 RUMBA meeting are here.
Minutes from the 03/08/10 RUMBA meeting are here.
Minutes from the 04/12/10 RUMBA meeting are here.
Minutes from the 05/10/10 RUMBA meeting are here.

When does RUMBA meet?

Meeting are held on the second Monday of each month. See the calendar section for the specific dates and time. All band parents are welcome to attend.

What does RUMBA do?

We provide support for the band students by helping meet their needs and supporting the program. This includes chaperoning bus trips, transporting and serving water for a thirsty marching band, helping to move equipment, maintaining and distributing uniforms, cheering on our Ranger Band at football games and competitions, providing refreshments during band camp, as well as helping to raise money.

How is the $50.00 TUSD fine arts fee used?

The TUSD fine arts fee is used for competition fees, bussing expenses, student awards. TUSD also provides the band director, uniforms, custodial services, some instruments.

Why does RUMBA need money?

Many needs are not met by TUSD. To offer our kids a great experience and to make the band program run smoothly, RUMBA raises money to pay for things that are needed. For example, when the TUSD equipment truck breaks down, RUMBA steps in to rent one so our band can perform as scheduled. RUMBA helps defray the costs of music licensing, drum major training camp, instructional staff to assist with the marching band program. RUMBA has also helped raise funds to purchase equipment, such as lighting and microphone systems.

So how can I help?

Be involved

    The band students enjoy having their parents in the audience cheering them on. Being involved in RUMBA is one way you can share a fun high school experience with your student while supporting the band program.

Tax Credit

    Please consider the RHS/UHS Band Program for your Arizona State School Tax Credit. If you haven't made a school tax credit donation yet this year, now is the time. Please check the Tax Credit page for more information. RHS business office has forms available. Remember, any Arizona resident that pays state income tax can donate to our band program!

Tax Deductions

    RUMBA is a 501(c)(3) organization and gifts to the organization are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. (Purchases of merchandise etc. may be partially deductible, but only for the amount over and above the cost to the organization.)


    Rumba's Mailing Address is:
    RUMBA
    PO BOX 57151
    Tucson, AZ 85732