Camas School District Announces Camas Music Boosters Grants

The Camas Music Boosters have presented grant checks to the following five music teachers this year, with even more grants left to present soon:

Music teacher Dustin Hunley at Dorothy Fox Elementary received a grant check to purchase a new bass xylophone for his classroom, enabling over 330 students in 2nd grade and up to create beautiful music with this easy-to-play, compact instrument.

Camas High School Band Director Richard Mancini received a grant check to fund essential instrument repairs and replace worn-out uniform parts, including gloves, cords, plumes, and spats, keeping the band looking sharp and sounding great!

Music teacher Trevor Bateman received a grant check for 10 new music stands, supporting the growing symphonic bands at Discovery High School and Odyssey Middle School and ensuring students have the resources they need to perform at their best.

Liberty Middle School Band Director Greg Henion received a grant check to purchase a new clarinet and Sousaphone, ensuring students have access to quality instruments for both concert and marching band, strengthening the band’s sound and promoting equity in the program.

Liberty Middle School Choir Director Erik Edmundson received a grant check to expand the choir’s music library, allowing Liberty Middle School to continue building a quality selection of choral literature for students to enjoy year after year.

Also, don’t miss the Teacher Talent Showcase this Saturday, November 2 at 7 pm in the Joyce Garver Theater! It will be an extraordinary evening of talented Camas district music teacher performances. Get your tickets now: https://secure.givelively.org/event/camas-music-booster/2024-camas-teacher-talent-showcase