Help me give my students an experience that will promote their creativity through musicianship!
$908 goal
This project expired on January 18, 2025.
This project expired on January 18, 2025.
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 Project
Musical instruments are more than just tools for making sound—they are powerful agents of change in a person's life.Learning to play an instrument allows individuals, especially young learners, to express themselves in ways they may not be able to through words. This creative outlet can inspire confidence, originality, and personal growth. Studies consistently show that playing a musical instrument can enhance cognitive abilities, improve memory, and develop critical thinking skills. Children who participate in music programs often demonstrate improved performance in other academic areas, such as math and language.Mastering an instrument takes time, patience, and practice. By learning to play, students develop important life skills such as discipline, perseverance, and a strong work ethic—qualities that serve them well in all areas of life. We need ukuleles to make this happen.
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
Never Before Funded300 students impacted
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