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
Working in a low-income school district, my students are faced with several challenges both inside and out of the classroom. Due to the many challenges they face, I strive to keep a high energy and fun learning classroom, allowing them to experience new things.
As their music teacher, I am constantly providing them with upbeat, fun and exciting opportunities they may not necessarily experience otherwise.
They love to sing, dance and play instruments, but we are very limited with our resources. I would love to be able to improve their music education and performance experience by giving them basic tools to help them succeed.
“Music has the power of producing a certain effect on the moral character of the soul, and if it has the power to do this, it is clear that the young must be directed to music and must be educated in it.”
– Aristotle
My Project
I am looking forward to incorporating MORE drumming in to my classroom. My goal is to have every student have their own drum (made out of an exercise ball being held in a bucket). Using various methods and curriculum, my students will be dancing and drumming along to some of their favorite songs while incorporating different rhythm combinations. With the help of the portable sound system and head set microphones, all students will be able to clearly hear directions as well as the energetic music to move to.
These energetic, fun activities can help alleviate stress for my students and allow them to make music together in a creative, exciting way!
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
SueSport 1000lbs Static Strength Anti-Burst Exercise Ball Kit with Pump, 22" (55cm) Blue
• Amazon Business
$14.50
25
$362.50
Wireless Portable PA Speaker System - 600W Bluetooth Compatible Rechargeable Battery Powered Outdoor Stereo Speaker Microphone Set w/ 30-Pin iPod Dock, Wheels - 1/4" to AUX RCA Cable - Pyle PWMA930IBT
• Amazon Business
$134.36
1
$134.36
Giecy Voice Amplifier Portable Bluetooth 30W 2800mAh Rechargeable PA System Speaker for Multiple Locations Such as Classroom, Meetings and Outdoors
• Amazon Business
$39.98
1
$39.98
24 PAIRS - 7A WOOD TIP NATURAL MAPLE DRUMSTICKS - PRO 48 DRUM STICKS NEW
• Amazon Business
$31.49
1
$31.49
Wireless Microphone Headset, UHF Wireless Headset Mic System, 160ft Range, Headset Mic and Handheld Mic 2 In 1, 1/8''＆1/4'' Plug, For Speakers, Voice Amplifier, PA System-Not Supported Phone, Laptop
• Amazon Business
$29.99
1
$29.99
Materials cost
$598.32
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$8.97
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$637.29
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$112.46
Total project goal
$749.75
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$749.75
10 Donors
-$560.32
Donations toward project cost
-$497.77
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$62.55
match offer
-$164.14
Match offer toward project cost
-$139.52
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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