The district provides an instrumental music program. Activities are planned to develop and promote the child's interest and ability. Students in grades 4 through 8 may participate in this program. The program includes Concert, Symphonic, Cadet, Beginner, and Jazz Bands.
Every year a beginning instrumental music class is organized in the Intermediate School. Music aptitude tests are given to all 3rd grade students and to all new students in grades 4 through 8 who request it. Students in grades 6-8 will receive a report card grade for instrumental music. Instrumental music students are organized in small groups and receive class instructions once a week during the school year. Class schedules are arranged so that the same academic subject is missed a minimal number of times during the year.
In order to maintain interest and to encourage top performance, the school district sponsors several special activities and concerts.
An annual fee is charged. In addition, the Westchester Band Parents Association provides financial assistance in support of the instrumental music program.