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The College Entrance Examination Board found that student involved in public school music programs scored 107 points higher on the SATs than students with no participation. Profiles of SAT and Achievement Test Takers. The College Board, compiled by NAME (2002) The US Department of Education recommends the arts to college-bound middle and junior hig... h school students asserting, Many colleges view participation in the arts and music as valuable experience that broadens students understanding and appreciation of the world around them. The McDonalds Corporation recently surveyed 500 CEOs of Fortune 500 Companies and 500 US Congressmen. Of those 1,000 men and women 90% said that playing a band instrument greatly aided in building their character and leadership skills. When asked if they would encourage their children to pursue music as part of a schools curriculum, 100% of the congressmen and 98.6% of the businessmen/women said yes. Music is about communication, creativity, and cooperation, and by studying music in schools, students have the opportunity to build on these skills, enrich their lives, and experience the world from a new perspective. Bill Clinton, Former President of The United States Make a band fee payment or donation to the Pepperell Band Boosters.Read More