1/3/2005 - Attention Young Thespians. Elementary and Middle School tryouts for the Spring Musical, "The Music Man", will be held at the High School next week. The elementary date is Tuesday, January 11th, middle school is Wednesday, Jan 12th. Applications will be available at the elementary schools by the end of this week. All students must have an application with parent signature to try out... break a leg!

1/1/2005 - Wanted: knitters to make simple "fuzzy" scarves for the drumline. 30 scarves need to be made by Jan. 27. The scarves need to be 40 inches long and 14 stitches wide. Yarn will be supplied. Click Here if you can help.

12/31/2004 - Check out the Winter Guard page. We're still under construction but the rehearsal schedule is posted. New items to be added soon

12/28/2004 - There is an opportunity to work the Silverdome Concessions on January 15, 2005 and raise money for your student account. Contact Rob Wunderlich for more information.

12/28/2004 - Bowling for DrumLine! The DrumLine is hosting a 3 hour (4:30-7:30pm) bowling party at Royal Oak Lanes, Sunday, January 16th, 2005. Cost is $20 and includes bowling, shoes, food and drinks. Everyone is invited. Click here for more information.

12/23/2004 -

HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND A HEALTHY NEW YEAR TO ALL OF THE GREAT FERNDALE SCHOOLS FINE ARTS BOOSTERS, INSTRUCTORS AND STUDENTS

12/17/2004 - Boston's Best (Coffee and Tea) fundraising orders will be distributed on Tuesday, December 21. The orders will be passed out during class time and available after school for pick-up.

12/13/2004 - Congratulations to Gordon Smith for being selected for State Honors Choir. Bravo Gordon!

12/9/2004 - HEY EVERYONE!! Head to downtown Ferndale this SATURDAY from Noon to 7p.m. for some holiday shopping and STOP BY THE FAB WARMING STATION FOR SOME REFRESHMENTS!! It will be fun and you might find a few "Treasures" to take home for that someone special!

12/4/2004 - Attention Marching Band Fans. How would you like your very own audio copy of "Pandora's Box", performed by the MCBA Flight III Champions? We will have CDs available at the General Store at the upcoming Middle School and High School concerts (see the event calender below for dates and times). The price is $10.

If you are unable to attend these wonderful events, click here to order a copy.

12/2/2004 - Attention parents of students going on the Florida trip in Februrary...student account statements will be distributed by Mr. Smith and Mr. Jamison over the next couple of days.

As in past years, we are planning on sending the participating students' account money to Travel Adventures (the tour company for the trip). The check will be sent next week so that the money can be applied to last payments (due December 15th). If you do not want your student's account money to be sent to Travel Adventures you have to let us know by returning the bottom portion of the statement by December 7th.

Account statements for all other students will be distributed around the first of the year.

If you have any questions, click here to send an email to Connie Jacobs.

11/30/2004 - Congratulations to Erik Johnson, Katy Olesnavage, Scott Baumgartner, Sarah Albanna, Michael Allen, Megan Brennan, Andy Siegmund, Donde Hardison, Amelia Albanna, Samantha Wunderlich, Daina Salayon, Joe Chouinard, Nathaniel Price and Adam Arocho for being selected for the MSBOA District 4 Honor Band. BRAVO!!

11/29/2004 - The Chamber Orchestra Festival is being held at Birmingham Seaholm HS this Saturday, December 4th. The concert begins at 5:30 and the Ferndale High School Orchestra's performance is at 5:50. Tickets are $5.00.

11/28/2004 - Hey parents of Drumliners...our next parent meeting is December 1, 6pm in the Media Center. We will be organizing the fundraisers. We hope to see you there!

11/26/2004 - REMINDER - Fundraisers Due
Orders and money for the current fundraisers (both Boston's Best and Carriers of Candy) are due Tuesday, November 30th.

11/24/2004 - Watch for the Ferndale Marching Band in the America's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
The band is currently the second band scheduled in the parade. It is estimated that they will be on TV between 10:00 and 10:30. More parade information can be found at Channel 4's website

Call time for students is 7:30 a.m. .................dress warmly!

11/17/2004 - Marching Band State Championship pictures taken by Jolesch Photography are now available online. Click here to find your champion.

11/8/2004 - Congratulations go to seniors Hannah Tavalire and Gordon Smith, who have been chosen to represent Ferndale High School at MSVMA Region C Honors Choir. Hannah and Gordon will be singing at the Regional Honors Choir Concert on Saturday, December 4th, at Southfield High School. They will have an opportunity that day to audition for State Honors Choir, held in January in Ann Arbor, and for All-State Honors choir, held in May at the Michigan Youth Arts Festival.

11/3/2004 - There will be a parent and student information meeting for the Competitive Percussion Ensemble-otherwise known as Drumline on Wednesday, November 10, 2004 from 6-8:30pm in Mr. Jamison's room. Check out the DrumLine link for more information.

10/27/2004 - Come and support the #1 ranked Ferndale Golden Eagle Marching Band as they leave for the MCBA Championships on Saturday. Encourage your friends, family, and neighbors to show up at the high school and along Pinecrest (north of the school) to cheer our kids as the busses drive by.

The busses will be leaving the High School at 11:15 (call time for the students is 8 a.m.).

10/25/2004 - 2004 MICHIGAN COMPETING BAND ASSOCIATION STATE FINALS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30TH PONTIAC SILVERDOME
Click here for Finals Information ï¿½ï¿½ï¿½ï¿½ï¿½ ï¿½ï¿½ï¿½ï¿½Map to Silverdome

10/24/2004 - Scores are now posted. ONE MORE TIME!!! Yes! Our young performers did it again, scoring 77.8 and taking FIRST PLACE and winning the caption for Best General Effect at the Huron Valley Invitational. It is now onto the the state finals next week at the Pontiac Silverdome, Saturday, October 30th. Watch all week as details are finalized on performance times and rehearsals.

10/17/2004 - Congratulation to the FHS Marching Band for finishing First at the Jenison Invitational. Ferndale scored 73.52 and took the caption award for best general effect in flight III. When Ferndale took the field the wind was gusting and the sleet was coming down in sheets! This, however, did not deter our students from performing their best! Honors go to the Students and Staff for an outstanding job!! Click here for more marching band information and scores.

10/16/2004 - The FAB has just enrolled in Meijer Community Rewards. Now, whenever you shop at Meijer, you can earn cash rewards for the Ferndale Schools Fine Arts Boosters. Through the use of your Meijer Guest Card, which you can scan at the register, these contributions cost you nothing, and the more you shop, the more you earn. You do not have to apply for or use a credit card. Encourage your friends and family members to sign up and help the FAB. It's free. It's easy. Click here for more information on the prgram. You can sign-up online, or the next time you shop at Meijer. Our organization code is 395305.

10/13/2004 - Crafters Still Needed! Do you know any local artist/crafters who would like to sell their artwork or homemade crafts this coming Holiday season? On November 20 we will be holding the first annual FAB Holiday Bazaar and Craft show at the high school. This event will include vendors from companies such Partylite, Pampered Chef, and Tupperware, as well as local crafters. We are also looking for volunteers to help out for this event. Click here for more information or contact Tammy Dengate @ (248) 399-3044 or Michele Podzikowski @ (248)543-6647.

10/11/2004 - The Marching Band scores from Plymouth have now been posted on the Marching Band page. In addition, check the Events - More Info link - to see the schedules for the Jennison and Huron Valley performances.

10/9/2004 - Congratulation once again goes to the FHS Marching Band for finishing First at the Great Lakes Invitational at Plymouth Canton. Ferndale scored 73.75 and took the caption award for best general effect in flight III. Honors go to the Students and Staff for an outstanding job!! You make us all proud!

10/6/2004 - The September 2004 Musical Notes Newsletter is now online. Our apologies to those who did not receive one in the mail last month.

10/4/2004 - Win your own personal FHS Marching Band performance! On Monday, October 4th, the Marching Band kicked-off its annual Command Performance raffle. The winner receives a Marching Band performance at a site of his or her choosing, within the Ferndale School District. Tickets are $1.00 each and can be purchased from any band member or click here to e-mail a ticket request to the FAB. The drawing will be held during half-time at the FHS football game on October 22, 2004. You need not be present to win. All proceeds will be used to support the marching band program.

9/28/2004 - Marching Band Parent Meeting, 6:00 p.m., Monday, October 4th, in the Ferndale High School choir room. Topics: using student accounts to pay for spring Florida trip, information on state finals, upcoming fundraisers, and more. Hope to see you all there!

9/23/2004 - Crafters Still Needed! Do you know any local artist/crafters who would like to sell their artwork or homemade crafts this coming Holiday season? On November 20 we will be holding the first annual FAB Holiday Bazaar and Craft show at the high school. This event will include vendors from companies such Partylite, Pampered Chef, and Tupperware, as well as local crafters. We are also looking for volunteers to help out for this event. Click here for more information or contact Tammy Dengate @ (248) 399-3044 or Michele Podzikowski @ (248)543-6647.

9/21/2004 - 2004 Bond Proposal PASSES!! by a vote of 1409 Yes to 554 No. Thank you to everyone!!!
Click here for complete results.

9/20/2004 - A BIG THANK YOU goes out to Jack Aronson (and Cher) of Garden Fresh Gourmet for allowing the FAB to sell his fabulous products at the Ferndale Art Festival this past weekend. Thanks to Jack's gracious donation, the FAB raised over $400 for our General Fund. Our gratitude also goes out to everyone who responded to our last minute cry for help.

9/19/2004 - Congratulations to the Ferndale HS Marching Eagles!!! Ferndale placed First in Flight III Saturday at Linden with a score of 69.45. Ferndale also capture the caption awards for Best Marching, Best Music and Best Overall Effect. It was an outstanding effort by the students and staff. The score of 69.45 was the highest score of the day in all 4 flights. All scores will be posted as soon as they are placed on the MCBA website. Click here for complete scores.

9/15/2004 - Yummy! Yummy!
Stop counting those carbs and calories and join us for the annual Band Parent Dessert Night.
It will be held Monday, Sept. 20, 7:30pm on the FHS Football Field (visitor side). Come meet other marching band families and watch the band perform. Pit families will supply dessert (other donations welcome).
We hope to see you there!

9/12/2004 - Ferndale had a scored of 61.5 Saturday at the Novi Fan Fair and finished first in flight III.
For complete scores click here.

8/31/2004 - The Entertainment Books are coming!! The Entertainment Books are coming!!
Band, Orchestra, and Vocal Music students will be selling Entertainment Coupon Books starting Tuesday, September 7th. Don`t miss out on this great opportunity.

8/30/2004 - Crafters Wanted!
Do you know any local artist/crafters who would like to sell their artwork or homemade crafts this coming Holiday season? On November 20 we will be holding the first annual FAB Holiday Bazaar and Craft show at the high school. This event will include vendors from companies such Partylite, Pampered Chef, and Tupperware, as well as local crafters. We are also looking for volunteers to help out for this event. For more information please contact Tammy Dengate @ (248) 399-3044 or Michele Podzikowski @ (248)543-6647.

8/29/2004 - In spite of the wet start, the Marching Band Tag Day fundraiser was a great success. Marching Band members raised over $1,600 for the general fund. Thanks to everyone who participated!!

8/24/2004 - FHS Tag Day this Saturday, August 28th. Tag Day is the marching band`s annual fund raiser where band students stand in front of local businesses and ask for donations to support the marching band program. This is one of our biggest fund raisers. Its success depends on strong participation from all the marching band members.

The event will run from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Band members are asked to volunteer for one of the five 1 1/2 hour time slots. A sign-up sheet has been posted in the high school band room. Students should wear their marching band shirts and arrive at the FHS band room 15 minutes before their selected time slot. At that time they will pick up their donation canister and receive their assigned location. For more information, contact Joan Weidner.

8/14/2004 - Hey, Marching Band parents!
Going up to Interlochen? Want to have some fun Saturday night?
The Taiseyï¿½s are hosting a bonfire social at Interlochen State Park the evening of Saturday, August 21st. Grab your chair, something to drink and some snacks and come on down to site 452 after dinner (around 8ish). Itï¿½s a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and meet some new ones.

8/2/2004 - The Flamingo Flocking Fundraiser has exceeded all expectations!
Our beloved George & Molly and the rest of their pink-feathered friends have raised more than $2,000 for the Marching Band general fund. We are very appreciative of all the great community support we received during this silly event. The Ferndale Flockers had a great time, and we sincerely hope that the ï¿½flockeesï¿½ had as much fun as the ï¿½flockersï¿½.

Look for the flamingos to return next spring...

7/14/2004 - HELP!! Volunteers are needed to help with the FAB booth at the Ferndale Art Fair the weekend of August 7th and 8th. If you have the time to help with planning and/or staffing the booth, please email Connie Jacobs or give her a call at (248)544-3133 (evenings). It will be fun! ... honest.

6/27/2004 - Flamingo Flocking season is almost over.
On July 31st the Ferndale Flamingos will be migrating and leaving the Ferndale area until next year. For information on how you can arrange a visit from the Flock before they fly away click here .

6/22/2004 - Marching Band Rummage Sale
Saturday, June 26th 9am - 3pm in the FHS Student Parking Lot
Clean out that closet and help pay for Interlochen! Invite your friends and neighbors to support the Fine Arts in Ferndale and pick up some great bargains. Tables are available to all Marching Band Families. Pre-sale sign up is required. Click here for details.

6/22/2004 - CONGRADULATIONS TO CAROL DIGBY one of three `Support Staff of the Year` recipients.
click here for more info.

6/17/2004 - There will be a Marching Band Committee Meeting, Monday, June 21st from 6:00 ï¿½ 7:00 p.m. in the High School Band Room. All band parents are encuraged to attend to get the lo-down on the up coming marching band season. Click here for more information.

6/15/2004 - Congratulations to Bruce Bethuy (former FAB President) and Keith Warnick, for being elected our new district school board members.

6/8/2004 - REMEMBER TO VOTE IN THE SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION ON MONDAY JUNE 14TH!!

5/31/2004 - Pictures added from the 2004 Memorial Day Parade! Click Here!

5/31/2004 - Students from grades 4 through High School marched in the 2004 Ferndale Memorial Day Parade. Click Here for the pictures!

5/27/2004 - Update on the flamingo flockings...
They left W. Saratogo they went to Kenwood , Grayson, Roanke , Oakdale. Currently they are on Hanover & Woodside Park.
- Flamingo Patrol

5/22/2004 - Update on the flamingo flockings...
They are now on Laprairie and it looks like they are moving to W. Saratoga tonight. CAN THEY EVER BE STOPPED???
-Flamingo Patrol

5/21/2004 - Update on the flamingo flockings...
They have been seen on Hyland on May 15, Roanoke on May 16 and they are currently on W. Maplehurst.
-Flamingo Patrol

5/20/2004 - The 8th Annual Fore Kids Classic is fast approaching on June 16th!! Get registered NOW!! for more information click here

5/15/2004 - Flamingo Flocking on West Breckenridge!!! AGAIN!! Click here for more information...

5/14/2004 - Flamingo Flocking on Amherst in Pleasant Ridge!!! Click here for more information...

5/4/2004 - The 12th Anual Ferndale Jazz Festival is this Saturday, May 8 begining at 9am.
The jazz festival is more than a concert. After each participating ensemble performs a half-hour set on the stage, the students will have an opportunity to work with a jazz clinician for a half hour. This yearï¿½s clinicians are Russ Miller, a Wayne State University jazz professor, and Henry James, band director at Romulus High School.

The performances will be enhanced by the brand new, state-of-the-art sound system made possible by a donation made to the Ferndale Educational Foundation by Ferndale Middle School parent Dr. Terry Braciszewski earlier this year.
Click here for more info...

5/4/2004 - Flamingo Flocking on West Breckenridge!!! Click here for more information...

4/25/2004 - Congratulations to the FMS Chamber Winds for receiving a One Rating at the State Band and Orchestra Festival. An Excellent performance by an outstanding group of students, under the direction of an outstanding staff, and with the support of an outstanding group of parents!!!

4/20/2004 - THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS HAVE ELECTED IT`S NEW OFFICIERS! CLICK HERE FOR INFO.

4/19/2004 - LOGO CONTEST Announced: The newly formed Ferndale Schools Fine Arts Boosters (FAB) is sponsoring a design competition for the creation of a graphic logo for its non-profit corporation to be used on letterhead, envelopes, mailings, posters, web site, etc. The competition is open to all. Entry deadline is 5/26/2004.
Click here for more information.

4/8/2004 - The 1st Annual meeting was a success! click here for details

4/6/2004 - Congratulations To the FMS students participating in the district solo and ensemble festival on April 3, 2004. Of the 18 student/groups performing, 16 were awarded "I" ratings and two were awarded "II" ratings. Congratulations to Mr Jamison and Mr Burk for preparing such excellent students.

4/6/2004 - The Band, Orchestra and Choir spring fundraiser has begun!!! Students have order forms for the Zap-Snack products. These snacks include French Bread Pizzas, Stuffed Pretzels, Cinnamon Rolls, and Cookie Dough!! All products have been personally taste tested by Mr. Smith and all products are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!
Click here for more information.

4/4/2004 - Interlochen Band Camp dates have been set for August 16 to August 23, 2004. Our 51st year!

4/3/2004 - Congratulations to the Ferndale Percussion Ensemble on their 2nd place finish at the State Finals!!!
Ferndale was second in the Percussion Michigan A flight. The Percussion Ensemble ends their second successful season under the direction of Mr. Joe Kuerzi. In 2003 Ferndale finished in 3rd place at State Finals. Congratulations Mr. Kuerzi and all the hard working students in the Percussion Ensemble!!!
Click here for more information on the Percussion Ensemble.

4/2/2004 - Congratulations to the Ferndale High School Jazz Band and Mr Jamison, on their performance at the District Jazz Festival. The Jazz Band received a "II" rating. Click here for more Jazz Band information.

3/31/2004 - ONLY 1 WEEK UNTIL THE FAB`S 1ST ANNUAL MEETING ON APRIL 7TH @ 6:30 IN MR. SMITHS ROOM AT THE HIGH SCHOOL....PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND!! Click here for More info...

3/28/2004 - The Ferndale Percussion Ensemble Has Done It Again!! (Drum Line):
Congratulations to the Ensemble on their first place finish at the Dakota Invitational Saturday, March 27,2004. Ferndale took 1st Place in the Percussion Michigan A flight with a score of 79.8.
The Ensemble now heads to the State Finals Friday, April 2, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Saginaw Valley State University.
Click here for more information on the Percussion Ensemble.

3/26/2004 - Congratulations to the Chamber Choir and Ms Krell on their performance at the District 4 Vocal Festival. The Chamber Choir received a "II" rating. Click here for more Vocal information.

3/24/2004 - Ferndale Percussion Ensemble Update (Drum Line):
Congratulations to the Ferndale Percussion Ensemble on their first place finish at the Linden show Saturday, Feb. 28,2004. Ferndale took 1st Place in the Percussion Michigan A flight with a score of 68.1.
Congratulations to the Ferndale Percussion Ensemble on their second place finish at the WMCG Invitational show Saturday, March 20,2004. Ferndale took 2nd Place in the Percussion Michigan A flight with a score of 86.5.
Click here for more information on the Percussion Ensemble

3/14/2004 - Festival Results !!
The various music festivals are all over, and what a great year it`s been!

Congratulations to the Chamber Winds. They received a "I" rating at District Band Festival
Congratulations to the Wind Ensemble. They received a "II" rating at District Dand Festival
Congratulations to the Advanced/Jazz Choir. They received a "I" rating at District Vocal Festival
Congratulations to the FMS Orchestra. They received a "I" rating at District Orchestra Fesitval.

This certainly underscores how wonderful the music program is at Ferndale Middle School, and how truly lucky our kids are to have such incredible instructors and support staff. But, ultimately, it is the kids who did the work!

Outstanding work students and staff! Thanks a million ...

And, a special thank you from the Boosters to all the parents. We appreciate all your assistance during the festivals, whether you were a chaperone, a percussion-pusher or merely part of the enthusiastic audience. Thanks.

3/13/2004 - Congratulations are also in order for Mr. Smith and the Symphony Orchestra which received a "1" at the District Orchestra Festival. Well done Mr. Smith and students!!! Congratulations to Ms. Brosnan and the Concert Orchestra for receiving a "1" rating at the District Orchestra Festival. Well done Ms. Brosnan and students!!!
In addition, the FMS Wind Symphony, under the direction of Mr. Burk, scored a "II" rating, and the FMS Chamber Winds, Under the direction of Mr. Jamison, scored a "I" at District Festival.

3/6/2004 - Congratulations to the FHS Symphony Band, Wind Ensemble and the FMS Symphony Orchestra!. All three groups received a "1" rating at the District Band/Orchestra Festival held at Clarkston and Groves. A job well done by the performers, Mrs. Brosnan, Mr. Jamison and Mr. Smith!!!

2/28/2004 - Congratulations to the FMS students who performed at the 2004 Vocal Solo/Ensemble festival.
Barenda Moss-Jackson, Erinn Reeves, and Charlotte Wunderlich (2 medals ï¿½ for solo and duet) earned a Division 1 rating.
Katie Dickinson, Antoniece Jones, Jaï¿½Lynn Randall, and Hillary Tamm earned a Division 2 rating.
Congratulations again the students and to Ms Krell.

2/26/2004 - Hannah Tavalire `05 was accepted to perform in the 2004 MSVMA All-State Choir. She will be singing among 120 best high school singers in the state. Dr. Eph Ehly, retired professor from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, will be the director this year. The All-State Choir will perform in concert on Saturday, May 15th at Western Michigan University as part of the Michigan Youth Arts Festival.

2/23/2004 - Interlochen Band Camp dates have been set for August 16 to August 23. Our 51st year!

2/12/2004 - THE 1ST ANNUAL FAB MEMBERSHIP MEETING IS SET FOR APRIL 7TH To find out more information ATTEND THE GENERAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING ON 3/3/04 IN THE FHS MEDIA CENTER OR click here

2/7/2004 - Congratulations to the Ferndale Percussion Ensemble on their first place finish at the Montrose show Saturday, Feb. 7. This was the first performance of the year for the "Cartoon Caper" show and a wonderful score of 65.5 was the result. The students performed very well and, as usual, the parent volunteer help was tremendous. Congrats also to Gary Taube for winning the 50/50. He supplied pop for the kids when we got home (we needed more sugar). You can check out the show at Thursday`s Extravaganza at 8:00 in the gym. Click here to see pictures from the competition.

2/5/2004 - The Extravaganza is next Thursday, February 12th. See this LINK for schedule information. click here for general information

2/2/2004 - NOTICE: there will be a special school board meeting next Monday February 9th, @ 7:00 p.m. at the Harding Administration Center to discuss a possible new Bond Proposal...you should attend and become informed!! This will effect our Fine Arts Programs.

2/1/2004 - Congratulations to all the FHS Singers who participated in the 2004 MSVMA Solo & Ensemble Festival.
Division 1 rating: Patrick MacNish, Ashley Leaks, Katie Aubuchon, Donald Arnold, Tony Scheer, Hannah Tavalire and Jamee Johnson.
Division 2 rating: Denise Davio, Rachel Evans, Jessica Clark, Hannah Tavalire, MacKenzie Griffin, Patrick MacNish, Erin Taisey, Katie Aubuchon, Daniel Chunn, Suzie Slogeris and Netty Lenaway.
Congratulations Students and Ms Krell.

1/30/2004 - Calling all Fine Arts Boosters..REMINDER IT`S THIS FRIDAY!!. show your support of the Ferndale Education Foundation by attending thier Annual Community Fundraiser !! click here for details

1/28/2004 - Marching Band, Orchestra and Choir pictures are now complete. There will be two nights for viewing your son/daughter`s proofs on Feb. 23 and 24 from 3:00 to 8:00 PM. Bring your checkbook if you think you might buy a package of your little darling. Students are not allowed to view proofs without a parent present.

1/25/2004 - Your help is Urgently Requested! Our 8th annual FORE KIDS CLASSIC GOLF OUTING that will be held this June 16th, and is co-sponsored with the Ferndale Educational Foundation, will be having a planning meeting on 2/22/04 @ 2 pm. If you are interested in helping, or want further information, please contact the committee chairperson Theresa Dery @ 248-541-5787 OR follow THIS LINK!

1/21/2004 - FMS JAZZ BAND will be performing @ 7 p.m., January 28th @ Zion Lutheran Church as part of the FERNDALE BLUES FESTIVAL ! The FMS Jazz Band will share the stage with the FHS Jazz band. Come out and enjoy some Ferndale home grown blues!

1/16/2004 - ANNOUNCING The Ferndale BLUES FESTIVAL is coming! Check out the schedule at this link and NOTE that the FHS and FMS JAZZ BAND will be performing January 28th @ Zion Lutheran Church in a smoke free and alcohol free environment! HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

1/5/2004 - NOTICE: the FAB general meeting has been rescheduled to Monday January 12th @ 7 p.m. due to a scheduling conflict with the FMS drama class presentation this Wednesday. Hope to see you at both events!

12/12/2003 - SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES AND THE FAB!! Donï¿½t forget to come downtown this weekend for the Ferndale Winter tale event!! The FAB will be running TWO "warming" spots on 9 mile Friday 6-9(ish) and Saturday/Sunday 12-5(ish) PLEASE STOP BY!

11/26/2003 - Support your local business district and the FAB by shopping the Downtown Ferndale winter tale event in downtown Ferndale Dec. 11th-14th!! NOTE that many of our kids will be involved as "strolling musicians" so you will want to be there to support them!! click here for Winter tale info If you would like to help the FAB with this event click here

11/23/2003 - New 2003 MCBA State Championship pictures by Jolesch Photography are now available on line. Click here for more information.

11/21/2003 - The FHS Choirs and Orchestras will be performing their annual Autumn Voices concert Saturday, November 22 @ 7:30p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church. This years show features the music of Haydn. This is a wonderful combination of talents in a venue with wonderful sound acoustics.

11/2/2003 - Congratulations to the Ferndale Marching Band for finishing the 2003 season with a score of 81.45 and Third Place at the State Championship. In addition to Third Place, Ferndale`s Elise Butler-Pinkham won one of four Scholarships awarded during the Flight III competition. Congratulations Elise!
Click here for more score information.

10/28/2003 - As the Marching Season winds down, there are many people that work "behind the scenes" that need to be recognized... click here for details

10/27/2003 - Ferndale Marching Band performs at 5:20 p.m. Saturday, November 1, in the 2003 State Finals at the Silverdome.

Come out and show your support for Ferndale, as well as Royal Oak Dondero, who also made the State Finals.
Click here for complete schedule.

10/25/2003 - Congratulations to the Ferndale Marching Band for a score of 74.35 and finishing in second place at the Lakeland Invitational today. The Golden Eagle Marching Band is currently ranked third in the state, in flight III, heading into next Saturday`s state finals at the Pontiac Silverdome.
Click here for more score information. Click here for State Rankings.

10/23/2003 - Watch for the Ferndale Educational Foundation selling "Hour Magazine" at the Ferndale Football game October 25, next to the FAB General Store. Monies made from this sale will be allocated to the purchase of the "Mobile Performance Quality Sound Support System". The cost is $18.00 for a one-year subscription. New and RENEWING subscriptions qualify. We accept cash, check or charge. We make a profit of nine dollars out of the eighteen. If we sell 500 subscriptions, we will get another $1,000.00. The sale runs for the month of October. Contact Ann Steslicke (248-545-3532) for more information. Come out Friday and show your support for the Marching Band, the FAB, the FEF, and the Golden Eagle Football Team.

10/18/2003 - Congratulations to the Ferndale Marching Band for capturing the award for Best Music and finishing in second place at the Lamphere Invitational today. Ferndale finished with a season high score of 71.9 points.
Click here for more score information.

10/14/2003 - The 2nd Annual Dessert Social was a total success!! click here to view the details. Don`t miss your chance to see the band compete this Saturday, close to home, at Lamphere!

10/6/2003 - Don`t forget... FHS Homecoming this Friday kicks off with the FHS Marching Band leading the Homecoming Parade down 9 Mile at 6:00 p.m. The band will also be performing their full show at halftime of the football game. The drawing of the winner will be at the end of the third quarter (you must be present to win!). Come out and enjoy a wonderful night with the students and alumni.

10/6/2003 - Spend an evening watching the Band practice on OCT. 13th from 7 - 9 pm at the 2nd Annual "Dessert Social" hosted by the members of the "PIT CREW" - The Parents that you see at all of the home football games and at the Competitions moving the bands equipment and props on and off the field. Come and see what really goes on at all those late rehearsals.

10/5/2003 - Congratulations to the FHS Marching Band. They finished in second place at the Plymouth Canton Great Lakes Invitational capturing the award for Best Marching in Flight III. Click here to view complete scores.

10/3/2003 - MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Make sure you attend Ferndaleï¿½s Homecoming on OCT. 10th, the General Store will be in high gear AND THIS WILL BE THE ONLY NIGHT YOU CAN GET RAFFLE TICKETS FOR THE MARCHING BANDS COMMAND PERFORMANCE RAFFLE!! the drawing will be held near the end of the 3RD quarter and ANNOUNCED BEFORE THE START OF THE 4TH QUARTER, YOU MUST BE REPRESENTED TO CLAIM YOUR PRIZE!!

Then spend an evening watching the Band practice on OCT. 13th from 7 - 9 pm at the 2nd Annual "Dessert Social" hosted by the members of the "PIT CREW" - The Parents that you see at all of the home football games and at the Competitions moving the bands equipment and props on and off the field!

9/28/2003 - THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE GREAT VOLUNTEERS THAT HELPED MAKE YESTERDAYS EVENT AT THE SILVERDOME A HUGE SUCCESS!! For more details click here AND DON`T FORGET THE NEXT BOOSTER MTG. IS THIS WEDNESDAY.

9/28/2003 - FMS Kids march with High School Golden Eagles Marching Band

The FMS Boosters are delighted to point out that seven FMS kids have been invited to march with the Ferndale High School Golden Eagle Marching Band.

These kids went to Interlochen for a week with the marching band in August, and can be seen (heard?) every Monday and Wednesday evening (and many Saturday mornings) at the High School football field, practicing with the band.

If youï¿½d like to see our kids in action with the Golden Eagle Marching Band, come see them at the Homecoming Game (October 10th against North Farmington), or come see one of the competitions (the closest one will be at Lamphere High School on October 18th).

Congratulations to our kids! C`mon out and see them, and cheer the `Golden Eagles` on!

9/20/2003 - Congratulations to the FHS Marching Band. For the second week in a row they finished in First Place, this week at the Flushing Invitational at Eastern Michigan University. Ferndale took awards for Best Music, Best Marching and Best General Effect in Flight III. Click here to view complete scores. To view the Presidents comments click here

9/16/2003 - THE NEXT BOOSTER MEETING HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1st @ 7 P.M. It will be held at the H.S. in the band/choir rm. (Come to the meeting Wed. because FMS conf. will be held Thurs. also)

9/14/2003 - Congratulations to the FHS Marching Band for their First Place finish yesterday at the South Lyon Competition. Ferndale took awards for Best Music, Best Marching and Best General Effect in Flight III. Click here to view complete scores. To view the Presidents comments click here

8/29/2003 - Thank you to the many helpers during our first home football game, click here for more information

8/29/2003 - Thank you to everyone who has been submitting photos from this year` s band camp. Sorry for the delay, but the page has been updated. More photos are still arriving so keep looking for updates.
Click here for the latest 2003 Band Camp pictures.

8/19/2003 - The 50th celebration was a great success!! THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE GREAT PEOPLE THAT HELPED COOK, SERVE AND CLEAN UP! click here for more information

8/9/2003 - Click here to view the new details for the upcoming Interlochen 50th Anniversary Celebration. Come join in the fun and help celebrate a 50 year Ferndale tradition! Contact Pat Taisey at 248-546-7254 BEFORE AUG 14 for details and to help with the meal. Thanks for your support!

8/8/2003 - Attention to all marching band members and their parents. Student ID pictures for 2003-04 are scheduled to be taken the same day we return from Interlochen, Aug. 18. Mr. Ivory has told me that, if you wish, you may have your ID picture taken on Tuesday, Aug. 19 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. The photographers are going to be taking freshmen pictures that evening at the freshmen orientation so Mr. Ivory scheduled them to come in early for us. You may still pick up your schedules on Monday, Aug. 18.

7/30/2003 - CONGRATULATIONS AND THANK YOU TO THE STUDENTS IN THE DRUM LINE and Thank you also to the community members that donated items and supported the "Garage sale" held today at the H.S. Through the tireless efforts of the students, who organized this on their own, they raised over $250 that will go toward drum line equipment maintenance and upgrades! A special Thank you is in order for Kathy Wiley for her oversight and encouragement throughout the whole day!

7/29/2003 - The Ferndale Art Fair will be Aug. 2nd and 3rd @ Geary Park in Ferndale. The FAB will be selling ice cream, desert items, drinks and misc. booster merchandise. In addition, the FMS Jazz Choir will be performing at 12:30 Sunday. Please stop by and show your support! if you would like to help contact Pat Frazer @ 248-543-4633 before July 28th or contact Bruce Bethuy to volunteer.

7/25/2003 - HELP SUPPORT THE DRUM LINE! The KIDS in the Drum line have taken it upon themselves to organize a "GARAGE SALE" to take place next Wednesday, July 30th from noon till 7 pm. It will take place @ the High School in the Student parking lot (or band room if bad weather) Make a point to stop by and support the efforts of these courageous musicians!

7/19/2003 - THANK YOU To ALL OF THE GREAT PEOPLE that supported The FAB and The 2003 Ferndale Music in the Park Series! The Boosters earned over $600 operating the concessions and received two very generous donations over the course of these four FABULOUS concerts. The Ferndale Arts Council gave us a $100 donation at the Jill Jack concert and the winner of the 50/50 raffle at the Paradox concert, Bethany Holland, donated her winnings of $150 to The FAB! That brings the total for these 4 events to over $850!! THANK YOU TO THE GREAT COMMUNITY OF FERNDALE!!

6/26/2003 - The next Booster meeting has been rescheduled for 7/1/03 @ 6:30 in the H.S. Band/Choir Rm. Hope you can attend!

6/19/2003 - THANK YOU to ALL of the great people that came out and supported our 7th Annual Fore Kids Classic yesterday!! The weather was Fantastic and everyone had a great time. We hope to see you again next year at the 8th annual event...watch this site for pictures of this years event and news about next year!! If you attended this year and have any suggestions, comments, or concerns please send them to us HERE AT THIS LINK (please contact us even if you couldn`t join us but have some thoughts about next year)

6/4/2003 - ATTENTION TONIGHTS BOOSTER MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO A CONFLICT WITH THE ADULT EDUCATION GRADUATION BEING MOVED INDOORS. WATCH FOR A RESCHEDULED MEETING DATE SOON.

6/1/2003 - Congratulations to Mr. Jamison and all of the staff and student participants for a VERY successful 11th Annual Jazz Festival!! We look forward to an even better 12th annual event next year!!

5/22/2003 - It is that time again... Marching Band has started rehearsals for the fall season. This years`s show is "Tempered Steel". Keep an eye on the events area for this spring and summer rehearsal schedule. Band camp this summer will be August 11-18.

5/21/2003 - REMINDER TO ALL PARENTS OF MUSIC STUDENTS IN THE FERNDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, (That means you!) Superintendent Gary Meier and Business Manager Dave Prybys will make themselves available for an informational meeting regarding the upcoming BOND ISSUES that are being proposed in the next School Bd. Election to be held on June 9th. It is strongly recommended that EVERYONE attend a 7 pm meeting on Wednesday, May 28th in the H. S. Media Center to GET THE FACTS SO YOU CAN MAKE AN INFORMED DECISION ON THIS VERY IMPORTANT ISSUE THAT WILL HAVE A DIRECT IMPACT ON OUR FINE ARTS PROGRAMS!!

5/12/2003 - Wednesday, May 14 is a busy, busy day. The Little Ceasar`s Pizza Kits will be delivered and the you must pick up your order between 1:00pm and 7:00pm. The pizza kits will be available in Mr. Smith`s room (right off the student parking lot). Also on May 14 is a MARCHING BAND meeting for NEW parents and students at 7:00pm in Mr. Schlottman`s room (229). First rehearsal for the marching band is Wednesday, May 21 from 6:30 to 9:00pm. AND don`t forget there will also be a booster meeting after the marching band meeting!

5/8/2003 - ATTENTION, THE LAST SILVERDOME EVENT HAS BEEN CONFIRMED! The event is the Log Home Show May 18th. Pat Taisey will be coordinating this event so contact Pat @ (248) 546-7254 FAST BEFORE IF FILLS UP!! Remember, you can earn $$ for your students account. see the FUNDRAISING link for details...

5/5/2003 - Congratulations Chamber Choir for receiving a Two rating at State festival. Mr. Smith and the students have worked very hard and their efforts show.

5/3/2003 - Check out the Middle School Booster web site to see how our middle school groups performed at State Festival!!

4/27/2003 - Your help is Requested! As noted in our latest Newsletter, Our annual GOLF OUTING that will be held this June 18th, and is co-sponsored with the Ferndale Educational Foundation, could use YOUR help. Please call the Worlds Greatest Volunteer Coordinator, Ann Steslicke @ (248) 545-3532 to find out how YOU can make a difference!! Look through your pile of "stuff" and find the letter and brochure that was sent to you and put it on the TOP OF THE PILE OF THINGS TO DO!!! If you did not get a letter and brochure PLEASE contact, via this link, Bruce Bethuy ASAP FOR MORE INFORMATION

4/23/2003 - SORRY, This missed the last newsletter,
REORGANIZATION UPDATE As you should know by now, all this past year we have been talking, investigating, and moving (slowly but deliberately) in the direction of reorganizing this group into an IRS recognized 501c3, tax-exempt, non-profit organization. The status as of this newsletter is as follows:
1) We have met with the District Administration and they are supportive of this endeavor and would like the Districts Attorney to review our Articles of Incorporation and by-laws before they are filed with the State.
2) The front running new name for this organization will be the ï¿½Ferndale Schools Fine Arts Boostersï¿½ (FS-FAB or simply ï¿½the FABï¿½)
3) The general structure will be a membership basis where all qualified members will have voice (vote) in the decisions of the Corporation. (vs. a Directorship)
4) The articles of Incorporation and the By-laws will be crafted to encourage ï¿½grass-rootsï¿½ parent participation and flexibility to provide expansion where needed.
If you have any experience or personal knowledge (Lawyers, Accountants etc.) that you could share with us to help move us along this path, PLEASE CALL ME!! I would greatly appreciate any input you could provide to us; the sooner the better since what we are doing today will hopefully benefit the future generations of FERNDALE GRADUATES!!

4/9/2003 - NOTICE: The May Booster meeting has been rescheduled to May 14th @ 7pm. to avoid a conflict with the FMS orchestra Concert on May 7th. I hope you will attend BOTH of these important events!

4/6/2003 - Congratulations to the FHS DRUM LINE for their fine performance at the State Competition at Saginaw Valley State University this past Saturday. This is the first year that the group has competed, and they finished fourth in their division! Special thanks go out to Joe Kuerzi and Paul Kozlowski for their outstanding instruction. Also, a great big THANK YOU to Bruce Bethuy and Tim Hubert for working the show so the parents could watch their kids. In addition, we are indebted to Mrs. Karen King and the Harmony Montessori School for donating our "way cool" Earth, Wind and Fire shirts. Thank you Karen!

4/2/2003 - Congratulations to the Bel Canto Choir, Women`s Ensemble, and Chamber Choir on thier performace at the recent District 4 Vocal Festival. The Women`s Chorale and the Chamber Choir received a "I" and the BelCanto received a "II", missing a "I" by one point. It`s on to the State Festival May 5 for the Women`s Chorale and Chamber Choir! Times and location will be announced as soon as they become available.

3/28/2003 - NEWS FLASH!!! CHECK OUT THE LINK AT THE TOP OF THIS PAGE FOR INFORMATION ON THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FERNDALE MARCHING BAND ATTENDING BAND CAMP AT INTERLOCHEN. Thank-you Matt Dery for spearheading this!!

3/16/2003 - Congratulations are also in order for Mr. Smith and the Symphony Orchestra which received a ONE at the District Orchestra Festival. The group received straight ones from every judge. Well done Mr. Smith and students!!! Congratulations to Ms. Brosnan and the Concert Orchestra for receiving a TWO rating at the District Orchestra Festival. Well done Ms. Brosnan and students!!!

3/12/2003 - NOTICE the April booster meeting will be rescheduled to April 9th @ 7pm to avoid a conflict with the Musical dress rehersal on April 2nd. We hope you will attend.

3/12/2003 - Congratulations to Mr. Smith and the Wind Ensemble for receiving a ONE rating at the District Band Festival. The group received straight ones from every judge. Well done Mr. Smith and students!!! Congratulations are also in order for Mr. Jamisons Symphony Band which received a ONE in sight reading and a two overall! Great work everyone!!

3/12/2003 - ATTENTION anyone interested in helping establish a non-profit tax-exempt organization to promote the Ferndale public schools Fine arts Programs should contact Bruce Bethuy today for details on an organizational meeting to be held on 3/26/03.

3/12/2003 - Send your Congratulations to our very own Ruth Tavalire for being named this years Ferndale Elementary TEACHER OF THE YEAR!! Not only does she volunteer tirelessly for us in coordinating our Silverdome fundraising, she is a full time teacher at Coolidge Intermediate School and the Mother of two musically talented children. THANK YOU RUTH FOR ALL YOU DO FOR ALL OF OUR KIDS!! send her your Thanks TODAY!!

2/14/2003 - HURRY AND FILL OUT YOUR Music Directory Opt-In Form AND SEND IT IN TODAY!!

2/6/2003 - Attention Parents, Students, and Alumni. In an effort to broaden the scope of this Booster organization to include all music programs offered, it will be necessary to change the name of this organization. Two names suggested so far include: The Ferndale MBA (Music Boosters Association) and The Ferndale FAB (Fine Arts Boosters). We would appreciate your input. Please contact any officer with any thoughts, comments or other suggestions you might have.

2/6/2003 - Your help is Urgently Requested! Our annual GOLF OUTING that will be held this June 18th, and is co-sponsored with the Ferndale Educational Foundation will be having a planning meeting on 2/16/03 @ 1 pm. If you are interested in helping, or want further information, please contact the committee chairperson Theresa Dery @ 248-541-5787 for further information

1/14/2003 - A new JAZZ FESTIVAL is in the planning for MAY 31, 2003 @ the H.S. follow the Bands link at the left to the Jazz band page for more details as they become availble...

1/7/2003 - Check out the FUNDRAISING link for Silverdome dates and events! Hurry and sign up to get your desired shift...space is limited! Just approved at the Dec. BOOSTERS mtg....a BONUS for your students account...click on the FUNDRAISING link to find out!!!

11/3/2002 - The Ferndale Golden Eagles place 10th in flight 2 at the MCBA State Finals! Ferndale scored a season high of 74.7 and completed a very successful marching band season. For the twelfth consecutive year, the Golden Eagles have qualified for the state finals held at the Pontiac Silverdome. All of our students, staff, and parents should be proud of a job well done!