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Parents, students and teachers urge District 94 to add mariachi program at West Chicago High
Summary
Dozens of parents, students, teachers and community groups told the Community High School District 94 board on June 17 they want the district to fund and plan a mariachi music program so students can continue mariachi after middle school.
Members of the public told the Community High School District 94 Board of Education on June 17 that they want a mariachi program added at West Chicago Community High School so students who participate in middle‑school mariachi can continue in high school.
Supporters said the program fosters cultural identity, confidence and engagement and asked the board for a dedicated budget line, a public implementation plan with goals and a timeline, and district commitment to offer mariachi as a class rather than only a club.
“Mariachi has really grown to be a part of me,” student Melanie Rubio told the board. “Mariachi has helped me become a more confident…
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