The Houston School District band program is the recipient of a big grant from the Houston Education Foundation for purchase of a large trailer. Members of the school and foundation gathered Thursday evening to mark the occasion. From left: Sam Van Dielen, director of bands; Dr. Joe Richardson and Kathy Hutcheson, foundation members; Dr. Justin Copley, Houston superintendent; and Melissa Fockler, Ross Richardson and Reese Bucher, foundation members. Credit: BRAD GENTRY | HOUSTON HERALD