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Mr. Saenz from Pembroke Pines, FL is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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New Music Stands

Help me give my students new music stands and percussion equipment. Our music stands have become worn and torn over the years and they need to be replaced.

  • $969 goal

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My Project

I am incredibly proud of my students’ enthusiasm and dedication to music. They come to class each day with a passion for learning and a desire to improve their skills. Their energy and commitment are truly inspiring, and they constantly strive to support one another in their musical journeys.

After 8 years, we finally need new music stands for the band classroom.

The new music stands will provide a stable and adjustable platform for students to read their sheet music, allowing them to maintain proper posture and focus on their performance. The percussion mallets and drum pads will enhance our percussion section, giving students the tools they need to practice and perform with precision. These resources will enable students to engage more deeply with their music, improving their technique and overall musicianship.

My primary goal is to provide my students with the necessary tools to succeed in their musical education. By equipping them with high-quality music stands and percussion equipment, I aim to create an environment where they can thrive and develop their skills. Additionally, I hope to foster a sense of pride and accomplishment in my students as they see the tangible improvements in their performances.

My students are special because of their unwavering dedication and their ability to work together as a team. They come from diverse backgrounds, each bringing their unique perspectives and talents to our music program. I'm surprised and proud that the music stands have actually lasted this long. It's a testament to the students' ability to respect and maintain their classroom materials.

Mr. Saenz Franklin Academy Pembroke Pines (K-12) Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Pembroke Pines, FL View local requests

More than half of 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

227 students impacted 33donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Manhasset M48 Carton of 6 Music Stands • Music & Arts $295.25 2 $590.50
Innovative Percussion Orchestral Series Medium Soft Xylophone Dark Green Ball Wh • Music & Arts $38.95 2 $77.90
Evans RF12G RealFeel Drum Practice Pad Gray 12 in. • Music & Arts $34.99 2 $69.98
Balter Mallets Basics Black Birch Bell and Xylophone Mallets Medium Hard Poly • Music & Arts $21.49 2 $42.98

Materials cost

$781.36

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.72

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$823.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$145.25

Total project goal

$968.33

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $968.33

27 Donors

-$930.38

Donations toward project cost

-$808.21

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$122.17

match offer

-$17.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$14.88

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$2.62

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$20.46

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 $0.00

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