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The clear visual feedback also helps students connect what they hear with what they see, building real ear-training while keeping the process accurate and fast.\r\n\r\nStudents are most excited that everything feels \"pro.\" They love watching the tuning readout lock in, clicking on the built-in metronome for steady practice, and trying safe alternate tunings like Drop D and Open G once they've got the basics. One student who used to avoid playing because they were anxious about being out of tune now volunteers to lead our \"tuning squad,\" helping classmates set up and check their instruments before we start.\r\n\r\nWe begin our guitar unit next month, and these tools let us launch strong. We'll run quick \"tune-check-play\" stations, then move straight into first chords, strum patterns, and short reflection clips so students can hear their progress. Later, we'll use alternate tunings for creative songwriting mini-projects. Your support didn't just add gadgets it gave our learners autonomy, confidence, and more time with their hands on the strings. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1752586571889,"projectUrl":"project/tune-up-rock-out-smart-tools-for-young/9211609/","projectTitle":"Tune Up, Rock Out: Smart Tools for Young Musicians","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salguero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1988906_orig.jpg?crop=1365,1365,x0,y341&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679335873660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/salgueromusic"},{"teacherId":1988906,"projectId":9626405,"letterContent":"Your support helped us create a more welcoming, student-centered environment across our hallways and shared spaces. Students worked together to plan, organize, and present messages that reflect our values, while practicing collaboration, leadership, and clear communication. We've seen quieter students step into guiding roles, peers offering thoughtful feedback, and a growing pride in caring for our space. The overall tone of our corridors feels warmer and more encouraging, and visitors notice it.\r\n\r\nBeyond the visuals, this work strengthened day-to-day routines: groups set goals, manage time, divide tasks, and reflect on what went well. Multilingual learners have more chances to share ideas and choose language that resonates with them. The result isn't just something to look at it's a stronger sense of belonging and community.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue rotating roles, refreshing displays throughout the year, and connecting messages to advisory themes and school events. We'll keep using brief reflections and peer feedback to guide improvements. Thank you for helping our students make their voices visible and for supporting the habits that help them thrive together.","fullyFundedDate":1755653293626,"projectUrl":"project/walls-that-speak-tracing-powerful-words/9626405/","projectTitle":"Walls That Speak: Tracing Powerful Words Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salguero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1988906_orig.jpg?crop=1365,1365,x0,y341&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679335873660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/salgueromusic"},{"teacherId":1988906,"projectId":9626252,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our pep rallies are now captured in crisp, steady photos and videos that truly show our school spirit. The tripod keeps the camera rock-solid in the gym and auditorium, so student photographers can frame wide crowd shots, smooth pans of the cheer lines, and close-ups of award moments without blur. We review this footage to plan better coverage, discuss composition, and choose the best images for our yearbook—students can spot what works (and why) and apply it at the very next event.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is how \"professional\" everything looks. With the tripod, our media crew can lock in a clean angle, then pivot smoothly to catch the chant, the banner drop, or the half-court celebration. One student who rarely steps into the spotlight has become our yearbook \"camera captain,\" leveling the head, calling shot lists, and coaching classmates on horizon lines and timing. Their confidence behind the lens has translated into stronger leadership across the team.\r\n\r\nNext, we're using the tripod to build a pep-rally highlight reel and curate a yearbook gallery: opening wide shots of the crowd, cutaways to house colors, and sharp portraits of student leaders. 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In our first bucket-drumming class, once the quarter-note groove sheet was at eye level, the ensemble locked in together—clean sticks, steady tempo, big smiles. 🥁✨ For chimes, placing note cards on the stands meant fewer missed entries and more confident ringing. 🔔\r\n\r\nStudents were excited when the carts arrived and immediately volunteered for a set-up crew. 🙌 Now the room stays organized, transitions are quick, and learners can focus on reading, listening, and playing. Posture improved too—eyes on the page instead of looking down so technique and sound are getting better!","fullyFundedDate":1752586483215,"projectUrl":"project/stand-up-for-music-mobile-cart-project/9191526/","projectTitle":"Stand Up for Music: Mobile Cart Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salguero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1988906_orig.jpg?crop=1365,1365,x0,y341&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679335873660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/salgueromusic"},{"teacherId":8849550,"projectId":9698146,"letterContent":"Thank You for Supporting Our Classroom Project\r\nI wanted to send a huge thank you for your incredibly generous support of our classroom project!\r\n\r\nThe students absolutely love the idea of having their new classroom mailbox. They're already excited about having a dedicated, personal space for their own items. This is also going to be a fantastic way for us to keep our shared supplies, like highlighters and other materials we use daily, neatly organized and easily accessible.\r\n\r\nThe day the new items arrived was so much fun! My students were genuinely happy to see what we'd received and were immediately ready to put everything to use. Your contribution makes a real difference in creating a more organized and engaging learning environment for them.","fullyFundedDate":1758202734703,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-our-future-scientists/9698146/","projectTitle":"Equipping Our Future Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8849550"},{"teacherId":10004353,"projectId":9310464,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your help in keeping our school by funding this project to keep phones locked away during instructional time. It was a tough and rough start since the law was passed here in New York State for the students, but through incentives and rewards the students truly do like the idea now that we charge their phones at certain stations and reward them through candy, PBIS points, and lunches.\r\nThese storage boxes have been so great when we go on trips too that last longer than dismissal since we bring the boxes with us, locked, and with an administrator. \r\nThank you so much again for this oppurtunity!","fullyFundedDate":1746785900173,"projectUrl":"project/secured-phone-case-for-entire-school/9310464/","projectTitle":"Secured Phone Case for Entire School","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hughes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10004353_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758576419792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10004353"},{"teacherId":10004353,"projectId":9310354,"letterContent":"Since the delivery of the equipment, I've had my 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Students coming to me to express themselves in a redirected way rather than on each other. I've had parents calling me thanking me and now I have family and students asking me if I know any boxing or mma camps for some kind of after school extracurricular! It has been an absolute blast to be with these kids! \r\nI would love to post pictures hopefully soon, but three of my students have not returned your consent forms to be photographed and they are here every single day! \r\nIn the meantime, thank you all for your support with this and my students have having so fun coming here using the equipment rather than fighting in the hallways, cafeteria, and after school. This has been an actual miracle, thank you all!","fullyFundedDate":1746785989723,"projectUrl":"project/redirecting-emotions/9310354/","projectTitle":"Redirecting Emotions","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hughes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10004353_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758576419792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10004353"},{"teacherId":1988906,"projectId":9191607,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of our \"Posters With Purpose\" project, our students are now creating and earning vibrant, custom-made posters as PBIS rewards — and they are loving it! The ink you helped provide has turned our basic printer into a powerful tool for motivation, creativity, and student recognition. These full-color posters feature students' favorite quotes, artwork, music icons, and even their own designs. It's been incredible to see how something as simple as a personalized poster can boost confidence and reinforce positive behavior.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is the ability to choose or design something that reflects who they are. One student, after earning enough PBIS points, created a poster of their favorite anime character with the phrase \"Stay Strong\" — and proudly hung it in their locker. Another student designed a poster for a friend as a gift, turning the reward into an act of kindness. These posters are more than just paper — they're personal, meaningful, and motivating.\r\n\r\nThis technology has helped us build a stronger classroom community by recognizing students in a creative, individualized way. Thank you for giving us the tools to celebrate our students and support their growth in full color! 🎨📄💛","fullyFundedDate":1746787128664,"projectUrl":"project/posters-with-purpose-pbis-rewards-in-fu/9191607/","projectTitle":"Posters With Purpose: PBIS Rewards in Full Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salguero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1988906_orig.jpg?crop=1365,1365,x0,y341&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679335873660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/salgueromusic"},{"teacherId":1988906,"projectId":9023623,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible support of our \"Capturing Musical Moments\" project, our students are now able to document, reflect on, and celebrate their musical growth in ways we've never been able to before. The camera equipment has allowed us to record performances, rehearsals, and student-created compositions, giving students a chance to see and hear themselves in action. This technology has become a powerful teaching tool — we use it to review progress, give constructive feedback, and help students set personal goals based on what they see and hear.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students the most is being able to watch their own performances and recognize how much they've grown. One student said, \"I didn't realize how confident I looked until I saw the video!\" It's been especially impactful for our more reserved students — those who might not speak up in class but shine when they see their talents captured on screen. One student, who typically struggles with self-esteem, proudly asked to share their performance video with their family. That moment alone made this project worth it.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we're not just creating memories — we're building confidence, celebrating progress, and giving students tools to reflect and grow as musicians. Thank you for helping us capture these meaningful moments! 🎶📸💙","fullyFundedDate":1742290608248,"projectUrl":"project/capturing-musical-moments/9023623/","projectTitle":"Capturing Musical Moments","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salguero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1988906_orig.jpg?crop=1365,1365,x0,y341&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679335873660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/salgueromusic"},{"teacherId":1988906,"projectId":9065591,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our \"Snacks and Sensory Support for Student Success\" project is making a huge difference in our classroom. The moment the supplies arrived, students were curious and excited — especially when they realized these resources were here to help them feel more comfortable, focused, and ready to learn. From the sensory tools to the snacks, each item has played a role in helping students regulate their emotions, stay energized, and remain engaged during the school day.\r\n\r\nOne student who often struggled with focus now uses a sensory fidget to help manage their energy during transitions — and their ability to stay on task has improved noticeably. Another student who sometimes comes to school without breakfast now knows they can grab a snack without worry or embarrassment. These seemingly small resources have had a powerful impact on our classroom environment, promoting equity, inclusion, and a sense of safety and care.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these supports will continue to be part of our daily routines, especially as we move into more collaborative group work and projects. With your help, we're creating a space where students feel seen, supported, and ready to succeed — and we truly couldn't have done it without you. Thank you so much! 💛","fullyFundedDate":1742823965314,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-sensory-support-for-student-s/9065591/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Sensory Support for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salguero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1988906_orig.jpg?crop=1365,1365,x0,y341&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679335873660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/salgueromusic"},{"teacherId":1988906,"projectId":9217900,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our \"Pencils with Purpose\" project was fully funded — and it's already making a big difference in our classroom! As soon as the boxes arrived, students were excited to help unpack and stock up our supply bins. Something as simple as a fresh pencil truly goes a long way in helping students feel prepared, focused, and ready to learn. Now, no one has to worry about being without a writing tool — which means less time spent scrambling and more time diving into our work.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the pencils for everything from daily journaling to writing music reflections and sketching ideas during composition lessons. One student even commented, \"I love how these pencils write — I can think better!\" It's a small detail, but it speaks volumes about how having the right tools empowers students to take ownership of their learning. These supplies have supported our focus on creativity, responsibility, and pride in our work.\r\n\r\nNext, we're using our pencils to launch a student-led songwriting project where each learner drafts their own lyrics based on themes we've been discussing in class. Your support has helped set the stage for these creative opportunities — thank you for helping us write our way to success! ✏️💛","fullyFundedDate":1744048845983,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-with-purpose-writing-our-way-to/9217900/","projectTitle":"Pencils with Purpose: Writing Our Way to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salguero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1988906_orig.jpg?crop=1365,1365,x0,y341&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679335873660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/salgueromusic"},{"teacherId":1988906,"projectId":9028236,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our \"Empowering Positive Choices\" project has been a huge success! The new rewards have helped transform our classroom into a space where students are not only excited to learn, but also feel recognized and celebrated for their positive behavior, effort, and leadership. As soon as I introduced the new reward options, the energy in the room shifted — students lit up with excitement and started setting personal goals to earn their favorite incentives.\r\n\r\nOne of the most special moments happened when a student who had been struggling with motivation earned their first reward — a personalized item they had been working toward all week. Their face beamed with pride, and their classmates even gave them a round of applause. That moment of encouragement sparked a wave of positive momentum throughout the class. Students began supporting each other, reminding one another about staying on track, and showing increased engagement in their work.\r\n\r\nNow that these rewards are part of our PBIS system, students are consistently working toward personal and academic goals. Our next step is tying these rewards into classroom reflection activities — helping students track their progress and celebrate their growth. 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