My students need reeds and mouthpieces in order for their instruments to work properly.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Asbury's classroom raised $831
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Students
A typical day in my classroom is loud, energetic, and fast-paced. I teach three different band courses, two vocal music courses, and one piano course. My students work extremely hard to come together and develop their skills as musicians, both as soloists and as part of an ensemble.
My school is situated in the middle of a struggling community.
Our population is largely Hispanic, and many of our students are English Language Learners. The students at my school view many of our school organizations as a second family and support system. My music students are hardworking, funny, and passionate. They support one another and work well together. One of the things I am most proud of my students for is the way the encourage one another as well as hold each other accountable for their actions. They all understand that our band and choir ensembles are teams and that each person plays a vital role in the successful operation of the ensemble.
My Project
Our band program currently has around 90 students, and about half of them play woodwind instruments. These instruments require reeds, which I provide for the students. Reeds can cost up to $40 a box, and most of our students are unable to purchase them on their own. Reeds wear down over time, and the occasional accident causes them to chip and break. We are currently running very low on our school supply of reeds. The reeds and mouthpieces we are requesting will help my students sound their absolute best every day during rehearsal and for every performance.
My students and I are constantly raising money for the many costs associated with a growing band program.
We are basically building from scratch. This would take a huge burden off of our shoulders, and would allow my students to worry about one less cost. Furthermore, if my students have access to better materials, then they will sound better on their instruments. If they sound better on their instruments, they will have more fun and get more enjoyment out of being part of the band.
Nearly all students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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