My students need BoomWhackers to understand pitch/rhythm, perform creatively, and participate in a new music program that lacks instruments!!!
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Spitzer's classroom raised $216
This project is fully funded
My Students
Have you ever heard a child play the BoomWhacker or ever heard of a BoomWhacker at all? These color coded diatonic tubes mesmerize students and teachers alike, and surely contrast our school's collection of cracked maracas, ripped tambourine, drum heads, and tarnished cymbals.
550+ students (general and special education students) in grades K-5 have not had a music program in 3 years.
They come from very diverse backgrounds and countries - from Ghana to Bangladesh, Yemen to Dominican Republic - and speak various languages. Most students come from low-income homes and many live in an inner-city housing project that is adjacent to the school.
My Project
A modern, performance-based music program is being developed at our school, however, there are many challenges to overcome. Without a classroom or designated practice space, these instruments are versatile and essential - BoomWhackers can be used to teach rhythm, pitch, note naming/reading music, and so much more. They are also light-weight and easy to transport from one classroom to another. When played in order, they make the sounds "Do-Re-Mi-Fa-Sol-La-Ti-Do" but can be mixed up to create various familiar/unfamiliar melodies. The requested kit includes four sets of BoomWhackers, which will be enough for an entire class to participate in performances/group activities. If purchased, this will be our school's only whole class set of instruments! We are currently sharing one set of BoomWhackers that I purchased on my own, which allows only 8 students to be involved at a time. Everyone needs a chance to shine, especially when it comes time to perform on the big stage!
Your donations will go toward a motivational, enriching, educational, and most importantly, FUN learning tool for student growth in the area of music.
I have seen, first hand, that every single student, regardless of academic strength/weakness, will excitedly participate in any lesson that involves the resources requested. Thank you for taking the time to read this proposal!!! Your thoughtfulness and consideration is appreciated.
More than three‑quarters of 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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