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This year, our Fund-a-Cause for a long-overdue replacement of the sound system for the cafeteria and stage. If you have ever been to an IHM student performance or meeting using the existing sound system, you know that this is very much needed. This project addresses challenges with our current system and opens the doors for new opportunities. 

Challenges with our current sound system:

• Has microphones that are now considered illegal due to government changes in allowed frequencies.
• Does not allow for additional microphones or speakers- including two mics that have already been donated.
• Is an outdated, analog system that cannot support new digital equipment.
• Has a metal sound cabinet that interferes with microphone signals causing intermittent outages we have all experienced.
• Has no backstage monitor speaker, which makes it challenging for performers to hear music and stay on tune and in tempo.

• Digital system that allows for future expansion.
• Re-rigging of wiring and antennas to eliminate interference.
• 8 wireless microphones and 6 headset microphones that meet new government codes.
• Backstage monitor speaker to allow performers to hear music and stay on tune and in tempo.
• Sturdy travel case to allow secure storage of system to reduce theft and breakage.

• Students will be able to be heard onstage allowing the audience to fully experience student talent and hard work.
• Expanded opportunities for student performances and STEAM opportunities in all grades.
• Expanded opportunities for presentations and meetings.

IHM believes the arts are a critical piece to developing well-rounded citizens of the world. Research shows compelling evidence that connects student learning in the arts to a wide array of academic and social benefits. Exposure to fine and performing arts promotes self-directed learning, improves school attendance, and sharpens critical and creative skills. The arts are what take our curriculum from STEM to STEAM.

In years past, Fund-a-Cause was a traditional paddle raise component of the auction. While Fund-a-Cause will look a little different this year, the need is just as critical. Your contribution will bring us that much closer to making this important project a reality. Additionally, you have an opportunity to DOUBLE your impact with a challenge grant. A group of IHM families has agreed to DOUBLE all donations received up to $9,000! When added to the $9,000 grant we received for this project last spring, we could have the new sound system installed this school year. But we need your help.