The Natchitoches Central High School Band Department has been awarded an “Education In-School” grant from The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation. NCHS was chosen as grant recipient out of numerous other schools throughout the State of Louisiana. The grant funds will assist NCHS with
replacing old instruments, instrument repair, and saving for new marching band uniforms. Natchitoches Central High School has provided music education to the students of Natchitoches Parish for decades, and aims to continue for decades to come. The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation uses the proceeds from the festival, plus other raised funds, for year-round programs in the areas of education,
economic development, and cultural enrichment.