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Mr. Leyva from Las Vegas, NV is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Harmonize The Future: Instrumenting Success in Our School

Help me give my students musical supplies for their Guitars, so they may continue to play live.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Leyva's classroom raised $998

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate 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 Project

What I love most about my students is their eagerness to learn and their unwavering dedication to honing their craft. Their enthusiasm for music is palpable, filling the classroom with an energy that is both contagious and heartwarming. Each day, I witness the transformative power of music as my students immerse themselves in the joy of creating something beautiful together.

However, our musical journey is not without its challenges.

Limited resources have sometimes acted as a barrier to unlocking the full potential of my students. This is where your generous donation becomes instrumental in shaping their musical education. With new instruments, sheet music, and other essential supplies, my students will have the opportunity to explore a broader range of musical expressions and techniques.

The addition of these resources will not only enhance their technical skills but also foster creativity and collaboration. Imagine the joy on their faces as they strum new chords on a donated guitar or explore the nuances of a piece with freshly acquired sheet music. Your support will empower them to reach new heights in their musical endeavors, instilling a sense of confidence and accomplishment that will resonate far beyond the classroom.

In conclusion, your donation is not just about providing musical supplies; it's about investing in the dreams and aspirations of these young musicians. Together, we can create a symphony of learning and growth, where each note played is a testament to the generosity that made it possible. Thank you for being the key to unlocking the boundless potential within each of my students.

Mr. Leyva Mater Academy Bonanza Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
DR Strings Hi-Beam 6 String Bass Medium .125 Low B • Woodwind and Brasswind $36.99 3 $110.97
DR Strings Flatwound Legend 5-String Bass Medium • Woodwind and Brasswind $44.09 2 $88.18
D'Addario Guitarron 6 String Set, Phosphor Bronze, Normal Tension • Woodwind and Brasswind $39.99 2 $79.98
DR Strings HI Beams 6 String Bass Medium .130 Low B (30-130) • Woodwind and Brasswind $36.99 2 $73.98
D'Addario EXP36 Coated 80/20 Bronze Light 12-String Acoustic Guitar Strings • Woodwind and Brasswind $20.57 3 $61.71
BOSS 1/4" Angle - Straight Instrument Cable 15 ft. • Woodwind and Brasswind $29.99 2 $59.98
D'Addario EXL110 Nickel Light Electric Guitar Strings 10-Pack • Woodwind and Brasswind $38.99 1 $38.99
D'Addario EXL125 Super Light Top/Regular Bottom Electric Guitar Strings 10-Pack • Woodwind and Brasswind $38.99 1 $38.99
D'Addario EJ11 80/20 Bronze Light Acoustic Guitar Strings - 6-Pack • Woodwind and Brasswind $37.99 1 $37.99
D'Addario NS Micro Headstock Tuner 2-Pack • Woodwind and Brasswind $36.99 1 $36.99
Snark Super Snark Model G Clip-On Tuner • Woodwind and Brasswind $14.99 2 $29.98
Livewire Advantage Instrument Cable 20 ft. Black • Woodwind and Brasswind $28.99 1 $28.99
D'Addario Vihuela 5 String Set, Clear Nylon, Normal Tension • Woodwind and Brasswind $5.99 4 $23.96
8 Packs Guitar Tuner Clip on Guitar Tuner for All Instruments Electric Guitar Tuner with Large Clear LCD Display for Ukulele, Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, Violin, Banjo, Chromatic Tuner • Amazon Business $22.79 1 $22.79
Gravity Stands Microphone Stand Tray 400mm x 130mm • Woodwind and Brasswind $19.99 1 $19.99
D'Addario XL Chromes Jazz Light Electric Guitar Strings ECG24 Flatwound • Woodwind and Brasswind $19.99 1 $19.99
Ernie Ball Folk Nylon Clear & Gold Ball-End 80/20 Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings 3-pack, 28-42 Gauge (P03069) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Fingerease Fingerease Guitar String Lubricant 2 Pack • Woodwind and Brasswind $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$805.44

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.08

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$847.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.56

Total project goal

$997.08

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$997.08

10 Donors

-$997.08

Donations toward project cost

-$847.52

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$149.56

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$0.00

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