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Morgan Park High School Marching Band Aims To Raise $50,000 For Travel, Program Expenses
"We don't want to have to pause or get stunted because of financial barriers," said parent Carmen Holiday.
Updated on: March 25, 2026 / 12:19 AM CDT
Morgan Park High School's marching band said it's been sidelined from major competitions and community events. Not because of a lack of talent, but a lack of funding.
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Now, parents are stepping up, launching fundraising efforts to make sure those students don't miss out on the same opportunities as other bands.
From entertaining crowds at halftime of the Bears game to injecting neighborhood parades with their powerful sound. The Morgan Park High School Band of Distinction has done it all—now the program faces a quieter struggle
