Franklin Central HS Orchestras

10/05/2026

October Cancer Connections -

Call for posters, early registration, and more!

09/23/2026

You never know who you'll see at Chipotle on D2D night!

09/22/2026

Do you deserve some much-needed R&R or do you simply not feel like cooking tomorrow? Well… here's a tasty way to support yourself & your FCHS Orchestra program at the same time.

Must show this flyer***
September 23, 2026
CHIPOTLE
4645 S Emerson Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203 Time: 4:00-8:00pm
Must Show Flyer on Phone or Print Flyer
Chipotle gives 25% back to orchestra

Reminder — your online ordering code is: AT3LVGW.
**Please note that fundraiser online ordering is only valid through pickup during your fundraiser’s scheduled date, time, and assigned restaurant.
**Ordering delivery for fundraisers is not permitted at this time.

09/17/2026

🚨Important Message from Shonk, just incase you missed it on ParentSquare.🚨

Decorators Needed!

Can you help us decorate our Homecoming Parade float?

When: Tomorrow; Thursday, September 17

Time: 2:30-5:00pm

Where: FCHS Parking Lot

Come help cover the flatbed trailer, decorate, or move speaker equipment!

We could still use decorations for our Homecoming Parade float!

Please send anything you don't need from the list below:
Tiki Torches, Leis, Grass Skirts, Pineapple-/Coconut-Related Decor, Palm Leaves
Inflatables: Palm Trees, Surf Boards, Crabs, Sharks?
Blue fringe and/or water decorations for the borders of the float.

And some 'Far Out' vibes, man.

Thanks for your help!

09/15/2026

Debut! Concert! It’s here!!!

Come join us tonight!

When: TUESDAY, 15 September.
Time: 7pm
Where: FCHS Mason Auditorium
Free and Open to the Public!

Students will STAY AFTER SCHOOL for a dress rehearsal. We will feed them dinner!

09/14/2026

Debut! Concert! Coming ...

Students have been working hard to prepare a diverse program, and it's nearly time to unveil this year's FC Strings!
Here's what you need to know:
When: TUESDAY, 15 September.
Time: 7pm
Where: FCHS Mason Auditorium
Free and Open to the Public!
Students will STAY AFTER SCHOOL for a dress rehearsal. We will feed them dinner!

FCHS Orchestras' expectation for concerts is that the audience will give EVERY performer equal respect and consideration. With this in mind, the following contains information about appropriate concert etiquette:

High School concerts are shorter than the ones in Middle School, and there is also plenty of space for students and audience members to hear ALL performances. Because of this, all orchestra students are required to attend the full concert.
Every student has worked equally hard, and each group has something special to offer to students and families alike. All students deserve an attentive, appreciative audience.

During concerts, NO TALKING!
No scrolling on phones. The main light in the room is - and should be - on the students on stage.
NO- Standing up and/or Walking Around.
Student selections are usually 3-5 minutes each. All of the above (talking, scrolling, standing up) should happen ONLY during applause between music.

You MAY absolutely film your student's performance, but please consider whether you are in someone else's way when doing so. An excellent filming location is the first row of the upper level, along the railing.

Student concert grades involve checking out after a concert with Dr Shonkwiler, and students who leave early will lose grade points.
All students are expected to assist in clearing the stage and putting chairs, stands and other equipment away after our concerts. Parents and family members are welcome to help speed up the process.

Thank you for helping to make your student's, classmate's, or fellow audience member's concert a night to remember! Student concert grades involve checking out after a concert with Dr Shonkwiler, and students who leave early will lose grade points.

09/11/2026

Good morning, Orchestra Families!

Thank you so much for your willingness to volunteer and support the Franklin Central Orchestra Program! We truly appreciate the families who are eager to help and sign up for multiple opportunities.

As a reminder, each family is required to volunteer at least one time during the school year. To ensure all families have an opportunity to meet their volunteer requirement, we are asking families who have signed up for multiple volunteer slots to please choose one slot to keep and remove their name from any additional slots. You can edit your signup here:

https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/10C0A4DACA82BA4FCC16-64757124-fall?useFullSite=false

We greatly appreciate your willingness to help with more than one event! However, we want to ensure that all families have the opportunity to volunteer and complete their required service hours throughout the year.

Thank you again for your continued support of the Franklin Central Orchestra Program. We couldn't do it without our amazing orchestra families!

Thank you,
Franklin Central Orchestra Boosters

09/08/2026

🚨🚨🚨Attention Parents. 🚨🚨🚨 Please ONLY enter the school through the doors marked with the sign Orchestra Booster Meeting. The door is unlocked and the board is eagerly waiting for you.

09/08/2026

One final reminder!!! for the FC Orchestra Boosters Meeting tonight @ 6:30PM!!!

Please come to our first meeting of the school year, tonight at 6:30PM in our new General Music classrooms - watch for signs to direct you to us!

Trash bag pick up will be at this meeting. We'll see you there!

09/08/2026

Don't forget the Orchestra Boosters Meeting Today @ 6:30PM!!!

Quick reminder. The FC Orchestra Boosters is a non-profit organization that operates fundraising and communication drives to support our students! If you are or want to be an FC Orchestra Booster! Please come to our first meeting of the school year, Tuesday, September 8 at 6:30PM. The meeting will be in our new General Music classrooms - watch for signs to direct you to us!

Trash bag pick up will be at this meeting. We'll see you there!

If you get lost in the maze of hallways, follow the crowd of lost parents in a single file line, kindergarten style. I'm certain your call for help will come like the Batman signal, and Bruce Wayne will come to the rescue. 🦇