Help me give my students iPads for the gift of music and music production technology !
$7,411 goal
This project expired on June 19, 2025.
This project expired on June 19, 2025.
My Project
My students are passionate, creative, and eager to learn, but they often lack access to the technology that can help them fully develop their musical potential. Many come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique musical influences into the classroom, yet they have limited opportunities to explore music beyond traditional instruments and theory. By incorporating iPads into our music curriculum, I want to provide them with hands-on experience in digital composition, recording, and production using apps like GarageBand, Noteflight, and Soundtrap.
These tools will transform how my students engage with music, making learning more interactive, accessible, and relevant to their lives.
They will be able to compose, produce, and record their own music, allowing for creativity and self-expression while also developing essential 21st-century skills. The iPads will support differentiated instruction, ensuring that students of all skill levels can work at their own pace and explore different musical styles.
My goal for this project is to bridge the gap between traditional music education and modern music technology, preparing students for future opportunities in music and digital media. This will not only enhance their musical abilities, but also build their confidence, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. With these iPads, my students will have the tools they need to bring their musical ideas to life, opening doors to new possibilities they may not have considered before.
Apple - 10.9-Inch iPad - Latest Model - (10th Generation) with Wi-Fi - 64GB - Pink
• Best Buy Education
$349.00
16
$5,584.00
Pearington-PEAR-91361,16 Device Mobile Open Charging Cart for iPads,Chromebooks & Laptop Computers,Compatible with Any Screen Size,Easy Access Slots,Removable Dividers,Small Footprint,Surge Protection
• Amazon Business
$247.68
1
$247.68
Materials cost
$5,831.68
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$349.90
3rd party payment processing fee
$87.48
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$6,299.06
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$1,111.60
Total project goal
$7,410.66
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