Teacher: Andrew Miller
School: Graham Mesa Elementary
District: Garfield RE2
District Website: https://grahammesa.garfieldre2.net/
School Address: 1575 Farmstead Pkwy, Rifle, CO, 81650
Grade Level: K-5 Music
Region: Central Mountains
Project Title: School of Rock!
Category: Music, Journalism and the Arts
Amount Requested: $1,100

Project Description:
I have been envisioning a "School of Rock" approach to teaching music, which involves a full rock-band setup that our students can access in music class and performances. My students at GME have shown a strong interest in learning rock band instruments such as guitar, drums, piano, bass guitar, and voice. This in-house PA speaker system would take our students' music education to the next level for years to come. Unfortunately, our budget does not support such a purchase, and we need your help to make this dream a reality for our students!

Impact on Students:
This PA system will elevate the quality of our performances and concerts, giving students a professional-level experience in live sound and band performances. Beyond music, this system would support other events like outdoor graduation ceremonies, field days, the Mother's Day Market, the Momster Mash, and the Daddy-Daughter Dance. It would allow our school to operate independently without having to rely on the district's outdated and highly-demanded PA system.

Budget Breakdown:
The funds will be used entirely to purchase the new PA sound system.

Link to Supporting Documents:
School of Rock PA System Proposal
Additional Support Materials