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Mr. L's Classroom

  • Leona Jackson School
  • Paramount, CA
  • 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

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  • Violins in Need!!!

    Funded Apr 15, 2010

    I want to thank you very much for taking the time to Donate to our project. The orchestra at our school has had it's share of ups and downs, and this special donation has given them the drive to practice more at home. Thank you for that help.

    In our area it is very difficult to get quality equipment into the hands of our students. They have just as much talent as the students in more affluent areas, but can't really compete because of the deficit in equipment. The donation has made a huge impact in their performance. They are able to now know what a good violin sound is. It also have been a big motivator for their personal practice. Since getting the violin, my students are working harder than ever. They were even featured at a Pep Rally during lunch.

    Thank you so very much for your contribution. Your efforts are helping music stay alive.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. L

    This classroom project was brought to life by The Eisner Foundation and 5 other donors.
  • My Students Need a Piccolo

    Funded Feb 12, 2010

    I want to thank you very much for taking the time to Donate to our project. The band at our school has had it's share of ups and downs, and this special donation has given them the drive to practice more at home. Thank you for that help.

    In our area it is very difficult to get quality equipment into the hands of our students. They have just as much talent as the students in more affluent areas, but can't really compete because of the deficit in equipment. The donation has made a huge impact in their performance. They are able to now know what a good piccolo sound is. It also have been a big motivator for their personal practice. Since getting the piccolo, the kids are working harder than ever. They were even featured at a Pep Rally during lunch.

    Thank you so very much for your contribution. Your efforts are helping music stay alive.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. L

    This classroom project was brought to life by The Eisner Foundation and 4 other donors.
  • Computer for Music Composing

    Funded Dec 31, 2009

    I can't fully express my joy, excitement, and thanks for your donation to my project. This is just a small token of my gratitude for your generous donation to my classroom. It is great to see that you share my vision for reaching children.

    Our school is currently facing a budget shortfall, so without your help, my students would never would have had these resources. For my music students, this computer is going to help them tremendously in their composing skills.

    The computer that you have funded will enable students to create music and explore their hidden talents. In addition, they will be able to make their own compositions using the computer. The computer is a great tool for ear-training as well.

    Thank you so much.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. L

  • Band Uniforms in Need!!!

    Funded Dec 31, 2009

    I want to thank you very much for taking the time to Donate to our project. The band at our school has had it's share of ups and downs, and this special donation has given them the drive to practice more at home. Thank you for that help.

    In our area it is very difficult to get quality equipment into the hands of our students. They have just as much talent as the students in more affluent areas, but can't really compete because of the deficit in equipment and clothing. The donation has made a huge impact in their performance. It  has been a big motivator for their personal practice. Since getting the bibber's, my students are working harder than ever. They were even featured at a Pep Rally during lunch. 

    Thank you so very much for your contribution. Your efforts are helping music stay alive. ”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. L

  • Band Uniforms Needed!

    Funded Feb 25, 2010

    I want to thank you very much for taking the time to Donate to our project. The band at our school has had it's share of ups and downs, and this special donation has given them the drive to practice more at home. Thank you for that help.

    In our area it is very difficult to get quality equipment into the hands of our students. They have just as much talent as the students in more affluent areas, but can't really compete because of the deficit in equipment and clothing. The donation has made a huge impact in their performance. It  has been a big motivator for their personal practice. Since getting the bibber's, my students are working harder than ever. They were even featured at a Pep Rally during lunch. 

    Thank you so very much for your contribution. Your efforts are helping music stay alive. ”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. L

    This classroom project was brought to life by The Eisner Foundation and 4 other donors.
  • My Students Need a Trumpet

    Funded Feb 11, 2010

    I want to thank you very much for taking the time to Donate to our project. The band at our school has had it's share of ups and downs, and this special donation has given them the drive to practice more at home. Thank you for that help.

    In our area it is very difficult to get quality equipment into the hands of our students. They have just as much talent as the students in more affluent areas, but can't really compete because of the deficit in equipment. The donation has made a huge impact in their performance. They are able to now know what a good trumpet sound is. It also have been a big motivator for their personal practice. Since getting the trumpet, the kids are working harder than ever. They were even featured at a Pep Rally during lunch.

    Thank you so very much for your contribution. Your efforts are helping music stay alive.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. L

    This classroom project was brought to life by The Eisner Foundation and 2 other donors.
  • My Students Need a Trumpet

    Funded Sep 14, 2009

    I want to thank you very much for taking the time to Donate to our project. The band at our school has had it's share of ups and downs, and this special donation has given them the drive to practice more at home. Thank you for that help.

    In our area it is very difficult to get quality equipment into the hands of our students. They have just as much talent as the students in more affluent areas, but can't really compete because of the deficit in equipment. The donation has made a huge impact in their performance. They are able to now know what a good trumpet sound is. It also have been a big motivator for their personal practice. Since getting the trumpet, the kids are working harder than ever. They were even featured at a Pep Rally during lunch.

    Thank you so very much for your contribution. Your efforts are helping music stay alive.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. L

  • Piano Lab for Students

    Funded Sep 22, 2009

    I can't fully express my joy, excitement, and thanks for your donation to my project. This is just a small token of my gratitude for your generous donation to my classroom. It is great to see that you share my vision for reaching children.

    Our school is currently facing a budget shortfall, so without your help, my students would never would have had these resources. For my music students, this piano lab is going to help them tremendously in their composing skills.

    The piano lab that you have funded will enable students to create music and explore their hidden talents. In addition, they will be able to make their own compositions using the piano. The piano is a great tool for ear-training as well.

    Thank you so much. I can't wait to introduce the piano lab to my students”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. L

  • Keep Drumline Going!!!

    Funded Sep 1, 2009

    I want to thank you very much for taking the time to Donate to our project. The Drum Line at our school has had it's share of ups and downs, and this special donation has given them the momentum and drive to keep on playing. Thank you for that help.

    In our area it is very difficult to get quality equipment into the hands of our students. They have just as much talent as the students in more affluent areas, but can't really compete because of the deficit in equipment. The drum heads and sticks has made a huge impact in their performance. They are able to now know what a good drum sound is. It also have been a big motivator for their personal practice. Since getting the drum heads and sticks, the kids are working harder than ever. They were even featured at a Pep Rally during lunch. Thank you so very much for your contribution. Your efforts are helping "Keep Drumline Going".”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. L

  • Music Staff Markerboard Needed for Band Classroom

    Funded Apr 9, 2008

    Dear Donors,

    I want to express my appreciation for your generosity in support of the Willowbrook music program. I can't begin to express what your donation means to me and my students. Your donation is most definitely helpful and will go to extremely good use, there's no doubt about that. Please know we won't forget your kind gesture. Thank you from the bottom of our heart.

    Sincerely,

    Mr. ”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. L

I am a middle school music teacher in an inner-city school and I teach students from 6th to 8th grade. Most of my students come from a low socio-economic background in an area infected with gangs and drugs. Many of my students, most poor, tell me that music is the reason they stay in school.

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I am a middle school music teacher in an inner-city school and I teach students from 6th to 8th grade. Most of my students come from a low socio-economic background in an area infected with gangs and drugs. Many of my students, most poor, tell me that music is the reason they stay in school.

About my class

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