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Mr. Truitt from Las Vegas, NV is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Drumming Up Success

Help me give my students the foundation to be successful percussionists. These drum practice pads will help to facilitate strong techniques.

  • $1,719 goal

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My Project

By practicing their skills, they improve rhythm, timing, and coordination. They’re quieter than traditional drums, so students can practice without making a lot of noise. They offer a variety of sounds for different music styles. They’re easy to carry around and use anywhere. They often include tools like metronomes and recording options. They help students improve their drumming precision. They make practice more enjoyable with interactive features. Some come with lessons and exercises to support learning.

At our academy, percussion students are essential because they are highly engaged and motivated.

Their enthusiasm for rhythm and drumming makes them active learners and inspiring members of the school’s music programs. This energy not only boosts their own growth but also positively influences their peers and the overall musical environment at the school.

Mr. Truitt
Grades 6-8

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Stagg Practice Pad 8 in. Gray • Music & Arts $18.99 50 $949.50
DW Go Anywhere Practice Set • Music & Arts $229.99 2 $459.98

Materials cost

$1,409.48

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$21.14

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,460.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$257.76

Total project goal

$1,718.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,718.38

19 Donors

-$1,368.96

Donations toward project cost

-$1,197.12

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$171.84

Matching donations from our partners

-$310.00

Match offers toward project cost

-$263.50

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$46.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$39.42

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 $0.00

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