Monsignor Edward Pace High School hosted its annual Battle of the Bands and DJs on Thursday, April 10. This Pace community event gives students an opportunity to showcase their talents as musicians, singers, and DJ’s.
Faculty collaborate with students for the event, not only in preparing students for their performances, but by adding their own performances on stage as well. In an effort to support Pace's sister schools in Haiti, all proceeds go toward the well-being of those involved in the education of impoverished children by supporting the salary for all teachers as well as food for the students.
Pace's most recent efforts in donations helped to build a structured building where students can meet for class, instead of having to meet for school under a tent. This year, the students and faculty were in for a special treat– a guest appearance by Miami-native country sensation, IMAJ.
IMAJ frequents Miami while on tour, and she always gives her time to charitable events. When she heard that fans of hers were not only Miami students and faculty, but also heavily involved with charities for Haiti, she couldn't resist doing her part in helping.
Pace High School's Battle of the Bands and DJs participants raised over $3,100. Continued efforts and early planning to aid Pace's sister schools is already in effect for next year's major event.