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Parent says marching‑band food‑truck fundraiser blocked; superintendent to investigate
Summary
A parent told the board a request to run a mac‑and‑cheese food truck at two football games to raise money for the marching band was denied by athletic staff; the superintendent said he would gather information and follow up urgently.
A Carlynton parent told the board on Aug. 19 that an offer to donate proceeds from a mac‑and‑cheese food truck to the marching band was denied by the athletic department, and asked the administration to reconsider because the band has limited fundraising opportunities.
Parent Marla Gibson said the couple planned to donate all profits and tips from two games (including an event this Friday and Sept. 5) to reduce costs for band students. She said boosters and some athletic staff had concerns and the athletic director denied permission; she asked the board how the community can support the band.
The superintendent said he would collect information, review emails and speak with the athletic director and boosters, and promised to provide an update quickly because one requested date was imminent. "I'm just gonna take a look into it at a deeper level... I have to collect information," he said.
Why it matters: Band and fine‑arts fundraisers are a key resource for students who cannot cover travel and program costs. Parents at the meeting said the denial reinforced a perceived imbalance between support for athletics and fine arts.
Ending: The superintendent committed to follow up and report back to the parent and the board; the board did not take immediate formal action during the meeting.
