Board hears renewal of Merit School of Music partnership supporting PMSA; contract cost reported as slightly lower
May 26, 2026 | Proviso Twp HSD 209, School Boards, Illinois
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Staff recommended renewing the district’s partnership with the Merit School of Music to continue instrument instruction, performance opportunities and support services for Proviso Math and Science Academy students.
Presenters said Merit has worked with PMSA since 2005 and provides instrument access, maintenance and instructional materials. Staff reported the total cost at $63,455 — a slight reduction from the prior year — and noted that Merit offered a $15,000 instrument-support grant for PMSA students.
Staff said the partnership supports instruction and enrichment that complement in-school music classes and cited student performances connected to recent commencement events. The item was presented as an ongoing valued partnership and included no substantive debate.
Next steps: staff will bring the contract forward for approval at the June 9 board meeting.
Presenters said Merit has worked with PMSA since 2005 and provides instrument access, maintenance and instructional materials. Staff reported the total cost at $63,455 — a slight reduction from the prior year — and noted that Merit offered a $15,000 instrument-support grant for PMSA students.
Staff said the partnership supports instruction and enrichment that complement in-school music classes and cited student performances connected to recent commencement events. The item was presented as an ongoing valued partnership and included no substantive debate.
Next steps: staff will bring the contract forward for approval at the June 9 board meeting.
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