Little Rock Stars Need Help Moving Their Instruments
My students need a cart to transport instruments and equipment as well as a base drum pedal to keep on rocking this year.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Vergara's classroom raised $530
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
I want to inspire and share my passion of music with my students. As a fifth grade teacher I have always envisioned a music program where students learn instruments and explore their creativity while inspiring them and building their self-esteem.
I teach in a very low-income area where students have a very limited access to musical instruments and music instruction.
Two years ago I started a guitar class with ten of my students as part of the Little Kids Rock Program. This class has become very popular among students and I have received many requests from students of different grade levels wanting to be part of this special class. Due to the limited amount of instruments, I am unable to provide more students with the opportunity to learn how to play the guitar and use their creative energy to create songs.
My main objectives for this program are to provide students with musical skills that are transferable to any musical instrument, and to expose students to different genres of music.
My Project
In order to improve and provide music lessons to more students in my school I need a rolling cart so that I can transport instruments from classroom to classroom as well as moving equipment from our rehearsal space to our performances.
Furthermore, we recently received a new drum set. However, it did not come with a base kick pedal. In order to complete the drum set and for students to fully take advantage we need this essential piece of equipment. Students will be performing at special events such as: assemblies, holiday programs, and a talent show. Performances will not only build self-esteem and confidence, but it will also inspire other students and the rest of the community to explore their culture through music.
You will make it possible for my students to learn how to play guitar and use their creativity to write their own songs.
It will also provide them with the opportunity to grow together and collaborate as one Little Kids Rock Band. Your donation will make a huge difference in the lives of many of my students. I am confident that the skills that they gain from playing an instrument will help them throughout their lives.
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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