Being able to make music again with these instruments has meant a great deal to these students and their families, as well. The more 'normal' we can make it for our kids the better.

They have the same fears and pressures as adults and nowhere to channel this energy. Music gives them an outlet for this energy, and helps them find a way to relieve stress, while having fun.

Music helps you feel better and it's healing. So these kids will actually have something to look forward to and have a band instrument to play.

They were so happy to have an instrument of their own to play. It was really amazing.

This will allow our students to take craft to the next level.

Some of the conflicts stem from the characteristics of this generation. A lot of students were an only child or had their own room at home. When it comes to a point where it's not working out, we don't want the social aspect of college to interfere with the academic aspect, so we need to be flexible and give them options.