PSDW scholarship students honored at CCHS Awards Night

PS Desert Winds Artistic Director Dean McDowell and Board Member Carol Pipitone attend the 2026 CCHS awards night to give scholarships to William "Bo" Kerns and Mario Solano who were honored at the event.

The band’s dedication goes beyond mere performances; we emphasize the importance of music education

To date, the PS Desert Winds has awarded $76,000 in college scholarships to high school graduates from the Coachella Valley who aspire to pursue degrees in music education.