Supporters

  Of

  Fine

  Arts

 

                                                      Ballston Spa Central Schools Supporters of Fine Arts

 

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What is SOFA? Who is     SOFA? Where is    SOFA? Orphaned Instruments Summer Music Lessons Let Us Introduce You To... Financial Support of the Arts Performance Support Cell Phone Recycling Meeting Schedule Membership Contact SOFA
   
What is SOFA? The Ballston Spa Central Schools Supporters Of Fine Arts! SOFA is here to support our kids’ participation and interest in the fine arts education programs in our schools! SOFA will help students of all ages in music, art, and theater throughout our schools.
   
Who is  SOFA?  

Everyone! Parents, School Staff, Friends, Community Members who want to support the Fine Arts Programs in the Ballston Spa Central Schools!

 

   
Where will SOFA members be found?

 

  • Participating in fund-raising activities for the benefit of the Fine Arts programs;
  • Coordinating volunteer help to assist with Fine Arts programs, productions, etc.;
  • Fostering school spirit and pride among our students and the community;
  • Promoting and encouraging enrichment opportunities in the arts.
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    SOFA Programs    Orphaned Instruments

     

    SOFA collects and donates old instruments to the Ballston Spa Central Schools' Music Dept., to be loaned to students who might not otherwise be able to participate in the instrument instruction program in our schools. For donations contact Don Shore: shore@nycap.rr.com. For loans, contact your child’s music teacher -  SOFA cannot make any loans directly to the student.

     

     
         Summer Music Lessons 2005 marked the 2nd summer of music lessons being offered to Ballston Spa music students during the month of July. For a set fee, half-hour weekly lessons are given in the schools to orchestra & band students by members of the Ballston Spa music faculty.
         Let Us Introduce You To….”  

    Starting Fall 2005—A regular feature article in the Ballston Journal highlighting the accomplishments of our fine arts students.  If you know of a student in grades K - 12 who should be featured, please contact us at storrey@nycap.rr.com

       Financial Support  

    SOFA has helped underwrite the cost of High School Band Jackets, and the printing of Odin's Gift - the Middle School literary/art magazine.

     

     

     

       Performance Support SOFA members wear many hats helping at concerts: chaperones, flower sellers, ushers, stage crew, instrument movers and bake sale sellers!
       Cell Phone Recycling Donate your old cell phones to SOFA for recycling; we will put the cash to work in our programs. Look for recycle baskets in the school offices. Questions? Contact SOFA at storrey@nycap.rr.com

     

           
    SOFA Meeting Schedule

    2007-2008 meeting dates:

    November 7, 2007 in the High School Library Classroom

    Meetings start at 7:30 pm and end at 9:00 pm

    Place-to be announced or contact SOFA

    Meetings are open to the public—please join us!

     

     
     
    SOFA Membership Form   Please print, complete and mail this form along with your dues to school with your child- please mark envelope with: SOFA c/o Ballston Spa Middle School...or mail form and payment to SOFA c/o Torrey, 155 West High St., Ballston Spa, NY 12020.  If you only wish to receive our e-newsletter, please send an e-mail with your name and e-mail address to SOFA <storrey@nycap.rr.com>

    Membership Levels: 

    □Chorus $5                       □Orchestra $10                        □Artist $15  

    □Drama King/Queen $25-49                        □Conductor: $50 and up

    Membership Information:  Please print your information below—thanks!

    Name____________________________________

    Address____________________________________________________________________________

    Phone______________________________________

    E-Mail______________________________________

    Members will receive periodic e-mail updates regarding SOFA activities and news of fine arts events in the schools.

    Will you help?

    □Concert chaperones and/or ushers     □ Flower sales at concerts       □Bake Sales

    □Orphaned Instrument program           □Publicity / photography         □ Other ______________________

    Thanks for your help, membership & support!

     

    How can I contact SOFA?  

     Email us at SOFA <storrey@nycap.rr.com>