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Mr. Cassoday from Indianapolis, IN is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Chords of Genius: Strumming Toward Success!

Help me give my students a Yamaha electric guitar and Fender amplifier to explore music, build performance skills, and inspire creativity through hands-on experiences in our classroom music program.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Cassoday's classroom raised $537

This project is fully funded

My Project

Music is a universal language, and my students are eager to learn how to speak it fluently. They are passionate, creative, and always looking for ways to express themselves. In our classroom, we strive to make learning hands-on and engaging, and music is one of the most powerful tools to unlock their potential. Many of my students haven’t had the chance to explore instruments, and I want to give them that opportunity to shine.

Imagine a classroom filled with the sound of students creating music, building confidence, and discovering their inner rockstars.

The Yamaha electric guitar and Fender amplifier will provide my students with the tools they need to learn, create, and share their music. Beyond teaching musical skills, this project will enhance learning in other subjects. Students will practice fractions and patterns while learning rhythms and scales, reinforcing critical Math skills. Writing lyrics and analyzing song structures will build ELA skills like storytelling, vocabulary, and comprehension. By introducing these instruments, we’ll create a space where students can connect creativity with core academic concepts in a way that’s fun and engaging.

My students are special because of their resilience, curiosity, and determination to succeed, even when faced with challenges. This project will open doors to new opportunities, helping them discover their talents and the joy of creating something beautiful. With your support, we can inspire the next generation of musicians, mathematicians, storytellers, and leaders.

Mr. Cassoday Genius School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Indianapolis, IN View local requests 35 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Yamaha PAC012 Electric Guitar Dark Blue Metallic • Music & Arts $219.99 1 $219.99
Fender Acoustasonic 40 40W 2x6.5 Acoustic Guitar Amplifier Brown • Music & Arts $199.99 1 $199.99

Materials cost

$419.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.30

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$456.28

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$80.52

Total project goal

$536.80

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $536.80

1 Donor

-$456.28

Donations toward project cost

-$456.28

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$80.52

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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