Parent Instrumental Music Association (PIMA)

District 102 is blessed to have the support of the Parents Instrumental Music Association (PIMA).  PIMA is a volunteer parent organization which supports the Band and Orchestra Programs for 5th – 8th grades in District 102. PIMA is comprised of an executive board as well as representatives from Congress Park, Cossitt, Forest Road, Ogden and Park Junior High. They also have committee chairpersons for fundraising, band / orchestra chaperones, refreshments and social events.

PIMA sponsors music field trips, such as the 6th grade outing to West Suburban Symphony and the 7th/8th grade trip, as well as Band/Orchestra tours and workshops.

PIMA helps pay for musical instruments, equipment and uniforms for the band/orchestra program.

PIMA provides scholarship money for summer music camps for students entering 8th grade as well as monthly instrument rental fees for students who demonstrate financial need and participate in PIMA’s Fall Fundraiser. New for the  '23 - '24 school year, PIMA also offers scholarships to a small handful of Band and Orchestra students entering 7th grade that helps students to purse lessons with a Private Lessons Instructor during the summer between their 6th grade and 7th grade year.

PIMA sponsors social events, such as a mid-year roller skating party and the End of Year Celebration for 5th – 8th graders at Enchanted Castle in May.

In order for PIMA to be able to provide these benefits and opportunities, they ask that every band or orchestra student to participate in either their annual Fall Fundraiser OR Buyout option.  Each year at registration parents will receive a Fundraising / Buyout Form. 

 With the Buyout option, you can forgo fundraiser selling and donate directly to PIMA.  Click here for the Fundraising Buyout Form to pay by check. Forms can be returned with checks with registration materials or directly to the Directors at rehearsal.

For more information regarding the District 102 Band and Orchestra Programs, click here!