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Band director details Opus Foundation donation and lists holiday events
Summary
Band Director Kelly Thelen told the board the program received musical equipment through Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation 'Adopt a School' program and shared a flyer listing upcoming community performances, including the Light Up the Holidays parade in Joliet and a Chicago Wolves game.
Ms. Kelly Thelen, the district band director, updated the board on the school’s band program and the equipment received through Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation "Adopt a School" initiative.
Thelen told the board the donated musical equipment was provided through the Opus Foundation program and distributed a flyer with upcoming public performances and events, specifically the Light Up the Holidays parade in downtown Joliet and an appearance at a Chicago Wolves hockey game. The presentation emphasized extracurricular engagement and opportunities for students to perform in community events.
Board members acknowledged the donation and the outreach opportunities it creates for students; the minutes do not record specific dollar amounts or an inventory of donated items.
