JTHS Orchestra Director Peter Lipari Receives $500 Meemic Grant for Classroom Make-Over

Joliet Township High School Orchestra Director Peter Lipari received a surprise visit from Meemic Insurance today, announcing he is the winner of a $500 classroom make-over. Lipari entered the classroom make-over contest at the Illinois Music Education Conference that was held last week in Peoria, Illinois.

The award was granted from the O’Brien Educators Insurance Agency in Joliet. Every entry was carefully reviewed and the winner was selected based on criteria such as: who will benefit from the program, a demonstrated need for funding, and how the program will enhance current and future curriculum.

Joliet West High School Art Teacher Iliana Angel was awarded a grant by the Meemic Foundation last year to benefit the school’s art program by including a printmaking unit for students.

“Meemic is thrilled to once again be back at Joliet West with another gift to the school, staff, and students. It is such an honor for us to present this award to him as well as to your school,” said Agency Owner of the Meemic Insurance Company Eileen O’Brien.

Since 1950, Meemic Insurance Company has offered high quality, affordable insurance protection to the educational community. Meemic’s commitment to the educational community extends far beyond insurance. In 1992, the non-profit Meemic Foundation was established to offer financial assistance through grants to educational employees and institutions. For more information about the Meemic Foundation and their grant program, please visit MeemicFoundation.com.

Photo Identification: Peter Lipari; Andrew Briick, Field Consultant; Eileen O’Brien; John Aalrust and Arne Aalrust Jr, O’Brien Educators Insurance Agency.