Student Registration & Activity Fee Donation

At the beginning of the school year, we ask families to contribute a minimum activity donation so we can support the orchestra and band programs and its students. The requested contribution is $150 per student per year. The school district does not provide any additional funding for music programs beyond the teacher and the use of existing instruments. Through the parent support group, Friends of Garfield Music, we work to provide access to an excellent music education for all Garfield students, regardless of their level of experience or resources. With your support, the Orchestra and Band program can purchase and repair instruments, provide coaching and group lessons, invite guest artists, purchase original music, technical equipment, and provide scholarships for festivals fees & trips. We appreciate any extra donation amount that you may be willing to contribute. Likewise, we understand that this request may be a burden to some. Please contribute what you can. Contributions are fully tax deductible and may be matched by available employer programs.