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The melodic voice of the tenor has given our drumline new depth—and our students, a new sense of pride.\r\n\r\nWe recently hosted an incredible showcase of our afterschool programs, and our drumline students were beyond excited to perform using both real drums and the practice pads you helped provide. For many of them, it was their first opportunity to showcase their growth with authentic instruments. The pride, energy, and teamwork on display were unforgettable. While our goal remains to provide enough drums for every student, I am diligently working toward that vision—with the students' help and determination fueling our progress.","fullyFundedDate":1760693778438,"projectUrl":"project/tenor-power-completing-our-drumline-one/9768011/","projectTitle":"Tenor Power: Completing Our Drumline One Drum at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10046926"},{"teacherId":10046926,"projectId":9767999,"letterContent":"The snare drum has become the heartbeat of our afterschool drumline. With its crisp sound and rhythmic complexity, it helps our students develop leadership, timing, and confidence. Thanks to the donated snares, more students are stepping up to lead cadences, stay on beat, and set the tone for the group. The excitement of being the \"lead drummer\" has become a powerful motivator, and the skill growth has been incredible. Students now take turns with pride, helping each other master new routines—making this instrument a tool for both musical and personal growth.\r\n\r\nWe recently hosted an incredible showcase of our afterschool programs, and our drumline students were beyond excited to perform using both real drums and the practice pads you helped provide. For many of them, it was their first opportunity to showcase their growth with authentic instruments. The pride, energy, and teamwork on display were unforgettable. While our goal remains to provide enough drums for every student, I am diligently working toward that vision—with the students' help and determination fueling our progress.","fullyFundedDate":1760693622573,"projectUrl":"project/lead-with-rhythm-a-snare-drum-for-our-m/9767999/","projectTitle":"Lead with Rhythm: A Snare Drum for Our March","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10046926"},{"teacherId":10046926,"projectId":9767981,"letterContent":"The bass drum provides the foundation of our sound—deep, powerful, and steady. Its presence has had a grounding effect on our drumline, both musically and emotionally. Students who play the bass drum often describe feeling strong and important, knowing that the rest of the group relies on their rhythm. With more bass drums available, students rotate less and learn more, gaining confidence in both their skill and their role in the team. These drums don't just carry sound—they carry our students' sense of responsibility, purpose, and pride.\r\n\r\nWe recently hosted an incredible showcase of our afterschool programs, and our drumline students were beyond excited to perform using both real drums and the practice pads you helped provide. For many of them, it was their first opportunity to showcase their growth with authentic instruments. The pride, energy, and teamwork on display were unforgettable. 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While our goal remains to provide enough drums for every student, I am diligently working toward that vision—with the students' help and determination fueling our progress.","fullyFundedDate":1764775707177,"projectUrl":"project/snare-squad-expansion-another-drum-ano/9843025/","projectTitle":"Snare Squad Expansion: Another Drum, Another Leader","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10046926"},{"teacherId":10046926,"projectId":9389514,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our students with practice pads to support their drumline journey. Your generosity has made a lasting impact on our program, and I'm thrilled to share the results.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, students were able to practice effectively both during afterschool sessions and at home. This flexibility has truly transformed their learning. I've seen students develop precision, timing, and hand control in just a few weeks—skills that would have taken months without reliable tools. Students beam with pride as they master new rhythms and take initiative in practicing independently.\r\n\r\nWhat once started as excitement has become discipline, and that's because you made it possible. Your donation has amplified their joy, focus, and growth in ways I couldn't have imagined.","fullyFundedDate":1752586494083,"projectUrl":"project/practice-drum-pads/9389514/","projectTitle":"Practice Drum Pads","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10046926"},{"teacherId":10046926,"projectId":9389484,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support in funding drumsticks for our afterschool drumline program. Your donation was more than just equipment—it was an investment in our students' growth, creativity, and confidence.\r\n\r\nWith these sticks, every student had the tools they needed to fully participate and take ownership of their learning. They were able to use them not only during club time but also take them home to practice. This simple but powerful opportunity has accelerated their progress far beyond what I anticipated. Students who had never picked up sticks before are now confidently playing full patterns, staying in rhythm, and even helping to lead warmups.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students aren't just showing up—they're showing growth. 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Having consistent access to materials helped create a calm, prepared classroom environment where students could focus on learning. Your generosity reinforced the idea that their work mattered and that people beyond our classroom cared about their success.","fullyFundedDate":1674014687493,"projectUrl":"project/the-pencil-is-mightier-than-the-sword/7121660/","projectTitle":"The Pen(cil) is Mightier Than The Sword","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hansberry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3701417_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471130326753","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-hansberry"},{"teacherId":3701417,"projectId":7111911,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our classroom and helping bring this project to life. Although time has passed since the project was funded, I want you to know how meaningful your support was for my students. 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