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Past projects 162

• Music and STEM: Music of the Future! part 2

  Funded Dec 20, 2024

  Thank you for your kind donation to Music and STEM: Music of the Future! part 2. In this project, you have helped purchase a class set of microbits for a middle school general music classroom. These are now being used by students as they learn about elements of music such as dynamics, tempo, form, and instrumentation!

  These students attend a STEM (Science, Technology, Education, Math) focused school so STEM elements are woven throughout elements of the curriculum in all classes. Your kind donation has made it possible for students to learn about elements of coding in music. Thank you for your thoughtful donation!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Farrand

  This classroom project was brought to life by Troutman Pepper + Locke Lord and one other donor.

• Music and STEM: Music of the Future! Part 1

  Funded Dec 20, 2024

  Thank you for your kind donation to "Music and STEM: Music of the Future! Part 1" Your generous donation has purchased a class set of microbits for a middle school general music classroom. Students have started use the microbits to learn about STEM and music at the same time.

  When students are coding with the microbits, they are learning elements of music such as instrumentation, tempo, or dynamics. The students attend a STEM focused school so it is exciting to be able to incorporate STEM into an arts focused class.

  Thank you again for your kind donation, students will continue to use the microbits throughout the year to study musical elements and to better understand STEM concepts.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Farrand

  This classroom project was brought to life by Troutman Pepper + Locke Lord and one other donor.

• Middle School Mosaics!

  Funded Sep 4, 2024

  Thank you for your kind donation to "Middle School Mosaics!" Sixth grade students have used the mosaic supplies during advisory to design and create mosaics using the materials obtained from the proposal. Students are now creating individual mosaics of flowers, turtles, fish and other designs. They have planned the color of the mosaics and have selected tiles. They are in the process of cutting glass and gluing the glass onto the mosaics to create the desired pattern. Students are close to finishing gluing on tiles, and will begin adding grout to the project in a few weeks, completing the projects.

  Your donation is especially appreciated as it allows students to express their creativity and individuality through this project. Students attend a school where there is no visual arts teacher so this project provides an opportunity for students to explore one form of visual arts. Thank you for your generosity to Chicago students!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Farrand

  This classroom project was brought to life by United Airlines and 3 other donors.

• Electronic Music Composers

  Funded Feb 13, 2020

  I'm writing to express gratitude for your generous donation of an iPad and a case to my middle school music class! Your thoughtful gift has enriched the musical experiences of my students and provided them with valuable tools for their creative endeavors.

  The iPad is a fantastic resource for my students to compose electronic music, conduct in-depth research on various musical genres and artists, and even play digital instruments. With this technology, students can explore the limitless possibilities of electronic music composition and develop their skills as musicians. Thank you for thinking of Chicago students!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Farrand

  This classroom project was brought to life by Stahl Family Fund and 7 other donors.

• A Breath of Fresh Air

  Funded Aug 11, 2020

  Thank you for your generous donation of an air purifier! This thoughtful gift will have a profound impact on the health and well-being of our students in my classroom, which unfortunately has windows that cannot be opened.

  Poor indoor air quality can contribute to a variety of health issues, including headaches, and respiratory problems. During times of health concerns like COVID-19, air purifiers can help to reduce the spread of airborne illnesses. By providing a cleaner and healthier environment, your donation will enable my students to focus and learn more effectively.

  I'm incredibly grateful for your support and generosity. Thank you for thinking of Chicago students!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Farrand

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and 5 other donors.

• Air Purifier for the Music Room!

  Funded May 5, 2020

  Thank you for your generous donation of an air purifier! This thoughtful gift will have a profound impact on the health and well-being of our students in my classroom, which unfortunately has windows that cannot be opened.

  Poor indoor air quality can contribute to a variety of health issues, including headaches, and respiratory problems. During times of health concerns like COVID-19, air purifiers can help to reduce the spread of airborne illnesses. By providing a cleaner and healthier environment, your donation will enable my students to focus and learn more effectively.

  I'm incredibly grateful for your support and generosity. Thank you for thinking of Chicago students!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Farrand

  This classroom project was brought to life by SONIC Drive-In and 3 other donors.

• Air Purifier for the Music Classroom Part 2

  Funded May 29, 2020

  Thank you for your thoughtfulness and generosity in funding "Air Purifier for the Music Classroom: Part 2." Your donation has purchased an air purifier and filter which will be placed in a middle school classroom. The room has no windows that open and limited air circulation. Your kind gift to a deserving and motivated group of middle school music students will create a healthy environment where they can learn to their optimum. This is especially important in a school where many students and staff have issues with asthma, and now there are additional health concerns. Thank you for helping my students, they will be thrilled to hear of your donation.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Farrand

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and 5 other donors.

• Middle School Musicians Need Ukulele Strings Part 2

  Funded Aug 13, 2019

  Thank you so much for your generosity in funding "Middle School Musicians Need Ukulele Strings Part 2!" Your donation has helped to purchase a class set of soprano ukulele strings which will be used in a middle school general music classroom. The school already has ukuleles, the strings are worn out and in need of replacement. Your gift of replacing the ukulele strings is leaving the instruments sounding better than ever!

  The middle school general music students use the ukuleles to play traditional Hawaiian songs, rock, and popular songs by artists such as Black Eyed Peas. Your gift will make sure students can continue to enjoy the ukuleles while playing in a musical ensemble. Thank you!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Farrand

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and 2 other donors.

• Middle School Ukulele Players Need Ukulele Strings and Picks

  Funded Aug 13, 2019

  Thank you for your donation to "Middle School Ukulele Players Need Ukulele Strings and Picks!" Your thoughtful donation has ensured that the general music classroom now has a classroom set of ukulele strings to replace the old, worn out strings on the ukuleles so the ukulele ensemble has a fuller sound. In addition, by donating to this project you are purchasing dozens of guitar picks to be used by guitar and ukulele students.

  When playing ukuleles, students learn traditional Hawaiian folk songs, rock, and popular songs. Students will use the picks in the ukulele ensemble, and also while in the rock band/ guitar ensemble. In the guitar ensemble students play rock and popular music. Thank you for making these learning experiences possible!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Farrand

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and 3 other donors.

• Middle School Rock Band Needs PA System

  Funded Aug 13, 2019

  Thank you for your thoughtful donation to "Middle School Rock Band Needs PA System!" Your thoughtful donation has greatly enhanced the sound system in the general music classroom at my school! The PA system is now being used for a variety of reasons. Students use it to sing though or present, the PA system may be used to present instrumental performances, and the sound system is also used to listen to musical examples for study. It is also used to play examples of student created electronic compositions, which are created on iPad or Chromebooks.

  Your donation has allowed students to better hear music for study, performance, and presentations. Thank you for your thoughtful donation to the middle school general music students!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Farrand