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Originally delivered on 5/26/2026 9:50 pm

SUBJECT: FOMAHI News: May 2026 Edition

FOMAHI NEWS - May 2026

Success at Bellevue High School and Oaks Park!

The spring trips were a great success, thanks to the many volunteers, chaperones, and students who dedicated their time and effort, not to mention our fearless music directors, Ms. Pence and Mr. Ogle! Some of our awards include:

We are excited that our Jazz Band won second place in the top division at Bellevue High School Jazz Festival on May 1st.

Recruiting: FOMAHI Board Members and Volunteers

Love seeing our music program thrive?

FOMAHI is looking for parents and guardians interested in joining the board or volunteering next year. Even a small time commitment can make a big difference for our students and directors.

Open positions include: VP of Concert Operations, Communications, Band Liaison, and Jazz Liaison

Interested in learning more? Email fomahihelp@gmail.comor attend the next FOMAHI board meeting on June 16th.

Upcoming concerts and trips- Looking for volunteers!

Silverwood Music Festival(Silverwood, Idaho) - May 30 to June 1 - Concert Band, Jazz Band, Concert Orchestra
- Reach out to directors
Choir Concert (Hamilton Commons) - June 2
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948AFAE2FA13-64202008-choir#/
Jazz Night(Hamilton Commons) - June 8
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948AFAE2FA13-64200532-june#/
Orchestra Concert(Lincoln HS) - June 10
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948AFAE2FA13-64238533-june#/
Band Concert(Lincoln HS) - June 11
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948AFAE2FA13-64238532-june#/

Music Opportunities Around the City

Music During Summer Break for SPS Students

Stay connected to music instruction over the summer with the Summer Music Program and Seattle All-City Band! The Seattle Public Schools’ Summer Music Program is for band and orchestra students entering grades 5-9 and Seattle All-City Band is for high school students that participate in upwards of 20 parades and community celebrations throughout the summer. Please click below for more detailed information and registration.

Lincoln Jazz t-shirt!

Order a Lincoln Jazz t-shirt designed by a jazz band student! Proceeds support the Band Student ASB fund and future band trips. Two styles/sizes available. Order through the school pay link or bring a $25 check to the Lincoln Office (NW side of school) for Mr. Lee, payable to Lincoln High School with “Band ASB jazz t-shirt” in the memo. Bulk orders will arrive the first week of June.

Current FOMAHI Board

Join us in the virtual FOMAHI Board Meeting on June 16th from 7:00-8:30 pm. Hear updates from our music directors and learn more about Board activities. Email fomahihelp@gmail.com for the Zoom link.

Looking for volunteers to fill current and upcoming Board openings.

FOMAHI Board: