From drama to football to wrestling to speech, the Flathead Booster Club provides extra funds to FHS extracurricular programs. More than $25,000 is donated to FHS, each year, and nearly half of that comes from the Booster Auction — which is scheduled for Nov. 15. “The main goal is to raise money for the various (extracurricular) activities,” said Brad Walterskirchen, who is in charge of entertainment at this year’s event. “The money we raised last year really helped.” Money raised through the event goes to 19 activities at Flathead High to help with additional costs, according to Kay Hopkins, president of the Booster Club. “I think the support that we can offer helps offset the lack of funds for the activities,” said Hopkins. “That’s not to take anything away from what is already allocated to the programs. We just help out with additional costs.” Activities that benefit are thankful for the money given to benefit the kids at FHS. “It gives us extra equipment and technology that we wouldn’t otherwise have,” said Bravette head coach Dennis Lattimer. Items auctioned off are donated to the Booster Club by community businesses. “Obviously, we are very pleased with the generosity of the community to make this a success,” said Hopkins. This year’s auction is being held at the Outlaw Inn at 6 p.m. on Nov. 15. “I hope all the staff at Flathead High gets behind them with support,” said FHS Vice Principal Gene Boyle. “It’s the biggest fund-raiser of the year for the Booster Club.” |
