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Community Support & Recognition

Building a Community Through Music

The Music Immersion Experience (MIE), San Gabriel Unified School District's Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) at Roosevelt Elementary School, is built on the belief that every child deserves access to a high-quality music education. Through the support of our District, Governing Board, school community, families, community partners, donors, and dedicated staff, MIE continues to provide meaningful musical experiences that inspire students to learn, grow, and perform with confidence.

School & District Support

MIE is proud to be part of San Gabriel Unified School District's commitment to providing exceptional arts education for every student. The continued support of the District, Governing Board, Visual and Performing Arts Department, Roosevelt Elementary School, and our school community has been instrumental in the program's growth and success.

We gratefully recognize:

  • San Gabriel Unified School District and Governing Board
    Supporting the vision and continued growth of arts education opportunities for students across the district.

  • Visual and Performing Arts Department
    Providing leadership and guidance as MIE continues to grow as part of SGUSD’s VAPA program.

  • Roosevelt Elementary School Administration and Staff
    Creating a school community where music is an integral part of the student experience.

  • MIE Staff
    Our Resident Artists, Assistants, and Supporting Artists who bring dedication, expertise, and care to students every day.

  • Roosevelt Families and Volunteers
    Encouraging student participation, supporting performances, and contributing to the continued success of the program.

Community Support

MIE has grown through the generosity, collaboration, and belief of many organizations, businesses, and individuals who have invested in providing meaningful music opportunities for students. We are grateful for those who have helped expand access to instruments, resources, and experiences that allow students to learn, create, and perform.

Current Community Support

  • Arcadia Music
    Arcadia Music is one of MIE’s most significant current supporters of student instruments. Through instrument support, repairs, and maintenance services, Arcadia Music helps ensure students have access to reliable instruments for learning, practice, and performance.

  • San Marino Music Center
    San Marino Music Center has supported MIE through the purchase of music supplies and instrument parts, including reeds and trumpet parts that help provide students with the resources needed for daily instruction.

Past Program Supporters

  • National Endowment for the Arts
    Provided grant support through a Grant for Art Projects that helped advance opportunities for students through music education.

  • D’Addario Foundation
    Provided grant funding and music education resources that support student musicians and help strengthen MIE’s instructional resources.

  • Guitar Center Foundation
    Expanded student opportunities through donations of instruments and equipment.

  • J. Brown Violin Maker
    Supported MIE’s string program through instrument selection, setup, and access to quality instruments for student musicians.

Gifts to the Program

The growth of MIE has also been strengthened through the generosity of individuals within our community. Donations of instruments, books, equipment, and other resources have expanded opportunities for students and helped build the program’s resources.

We gratefully recognize the contributions of:

  • SGUSD staff

  • Roosevelt staff

  • Roosevelt families

  • MIE staff

  • Friends of MIE

  • Individual community members

whose generosity has helped provide students with the resources needed to learn, create, and perform.

Recognition

The Music Immersion Experience is honored to be part of a district recognized for its commitment to excellence in music education. These recognitions reflect the dedication of our students, educators, administrators, families, and community partners.

SupportMusic Merit Award

The NAMM Foundation

Roosevelt Elementary School received the SupportMusic Merit Award in recognition of its commitment to providing a comprehensive and high-quality music education experience.

Year Received:
2017

Featured Presenter — California All-State Music Education Conference (CASMEC)

California All-State Music Education Conference

MIE was selected to share its innovative approach to comprehensive music education with music educators throughout California.

Year Presented:
2018

District Administration Magazine — Districts of Distinction Grand Prize Honoree

District Administration Magazine

The Music Immersion Experience was recognized as a Districts of Distinction Grand Prize Honoree for its innovative approach to music education and expanded opportunities for students.

Year Received:
2019

California School Boards Association Golden Bell Award

California School Boards Association

The Music Immersion Experience was recognized with a Golden Bell Award for innovation and excellence in education.

Year Received:
2019

Best Communities for Music Education

The NAMM Foundation

San Gabriel Unified School District has received national recognition through the NAMM Foundation’s Best Communities for Music Education designation, honoring districts that demonstrate outstanding commitment to music education.

Years Received:

Recipient for multiple consecutive years

Continuing the Journey

The success of MIE reflects the commitment of an entire community that believes in the power of music to inspire creativity, confidence, and connection.

As MIE continues to grow, we remain grateful for the continued support, partnerships, and generosity that make these opportunities possible for every student.

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