The Allatoona Band Booster Association (ABBA) is the support structure for the Allatoona Band Program. The ABBA is made up of parents of current students in the Allatoona Band program, potential alumni students and parents, and community supporters. There are NO dues or annual fees required to be a member. Everyone who has a student in the program is automatically a member. Through the ABBA you can support your student throughout his or her time in high school. Parents’ working with the ABBA is an “acceptable” way to be involved with your student’s high school career.

The ABBA performs many of the administrative and logistical roles of the band program leaving the Directors free to do what they do best – TEACH. When the Directors are not distracted by worries about uniforms or how to facilitate the movement of students to a myriad of locations, they are better able to focus on the tasks at hand. To assist the Directors and students, the ABBA must rely on the boosters to help raise funds, move equipment, coordinate meals, and a whole host of other tasks. A band program must have support from its boosters.

As your student begins his or her high school participation in the Allatoona Band, you will find you will interact on a frequent basis with the ABBA. Each interaction is an opportunity for you to become involved.

If you are unsure what you would like to do, just try something. Because you helped in one area doesn’t mean you can’t help elsewhere next time. With all that the ABBA will do, a place can be found that fits you. As an ABBA volunteer, you will enjoy a unique opportunity to share in your student’s pride and accomplishments not found in many other school activities. The personal rewards are MANY!!!!

There are so many ways for YOU to make a difference with the Allatoona Band program. Some parents are fortunate to be able to give many hours to the organization; others are limited to assisting only occasionally. Regardless of the time you are able or willing to give, your involvement promises to be positive, productive, fun, and will be of benefit to an outstanding group of young adults. Be part of it, and share this extraordinary experience with your student.