Spring Mills Middle School Band Receives Grant for New Amplifier
Friends of Music gives grant to Spring Mills Middle School
The Journal | Monday, December 9, 2024
By Staff
The Journal reports that Friends of Music has awarded Spring Mills Middle School a $300 grant for a new 500-watt Hartke Kickback bass amplifier, enhancing the school's band program. Band director Jordan English highlighted the amplifier's role in allowing students to engage with diverse music styles and giving bass players a voice. The school’s Jazz Ensemble, now in its second year, is set to participate in local events. This grant is part of a broader initiative to support music education in Berkeley and Jefferson schools, catering to needs beyond regular school budgets.
