"I teach in New York in an economically disadvantaged area. My school in particular has a high Special Needs population. I have been teaching music now for 8 years. Just this school year, I have finally been given a room to teach music in. No more carting instruments around the building. For the pa...
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"I teach in New York in an economically disadvantaged area. My school in particular has a high Special Needs population. I have been teaching music now for 8 years. Just this school year, I have finally been given a room to teach music in. No more carting instruments around the building. For the past 8 years I have been carrying around the 2 drums I have and some borrowed Boomwhackers. Our main focus has been the history and theory of music, with using our desks, hands, and voices to make music. Now finally having a room to call my own, I want to begin drum circles and ultimately a drum circle club for the students to participate in as an after school activity. A supply of musical instruments for my students to use will heighten their musical experiences this year. I am looking to give them the best music education possible, but that must include playing on instruments. With your help my students will be able to express themselves musically. Some will finally find the voice they have been missing and will be able to speak through music.
My students need 2 kongas, 2 bongos, 2 floor toms, 2 djembes, 1 gathering drum, 2 tambourines, 1 xylotote, 1 set of boomwhackers and 2 boomwhacker music books.
The cost of this proposal is $675, which includes shipping for any materials requested and fulfillment  ."
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Mrs. P. sent this note after the project was fully funded:
Nov 7, 2009
Dear Livia, jordan and caroline, Robin, Damian, Elaine, Barbara, GOGOPEDRO, Kushal, Laura, nicole, Jennifer, Alwais Family, Kristin & Dominic, Allison, Evette, Debbie, Cheryl Ann McCullagh, Sara, Serra, Graphica and Anonymous Donor,
I can't begin to express what I am feeling at this very moment. My heart is overfilled with joy and gratitude for your amazing support and generosity. My students look forward to music class each week and now, they will be even more excited for time. I have wanted to be a music teacher since I was 12, and the look on their faces when they realize they are able to create music on their own, reassures me of my choice everyday. What other profession can a person receive professional gratification on a daily basis? You are all true angels to me and I will never forget how this has effected me, my classroom and students. Again I can't even put words to what I am feeling at this very moment, but simply give you a huge Thank you! Which seems not good enough to appreciate this wonderful thing you have done. But again Thank You Thank you a 1000 times over. You have given me a wonderful gift. With gratitude,
Mrs. P.
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Region:
New York (City)
Where is the classroom located?
Submitted:
Sep 14, 2009
| Expires:
Feb 20, 2010
Additional Details
Level:
Grades 3-5
Teacher's funded projects:
1
Thank-you punctuality:
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Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Paula R. (volunteer)
on Sep 16, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested supplies and posted this project.
Ryan G. (associate)
on Sep 17, 2009
"Dear Allison, Thank you so much for your donation! My students and I greatly appreciate your generosity. We look forward to creating beautiful music! Thanks again! -Mrs. P"
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Oct 14, 2009
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Music education."
Graphica
from Ohio
gave
on Oct 22, 2009
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Music education."
Kristin & Dominic
from New York
gave
in support of More Miles, More Music
on Oct 23, 2009
"Dear Graphica,
Thank you so much for your donation to my classroom. Music is such an important part of my life and a huge expressive outlet for me and I hope to pass that on to my students. Thanks again!! Mrs. P!"
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Oct 24, 2009
"Dear Kristen and Dominic,
Thank you so much for taking the time and making the donation to my classroom. I cannot wait to make music with these instruments and hear the beautiful music my students are going to make. Thank you again!! Mrs. P"
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Oct 24, 2009
"We gave to this project because music is inspirational! "
jordan and caroline
from new york, NY
gave
in support of More Miles, More Music
on Oct 27, 2009
"Dear Jordan and Caroline, I can't tell you how much I appreciate your donations and all donations made to my classroom. My students are so excited and can't wait to get their hands on these instruments!!! Thank you SO much again from the bottom of my heart!"
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Oct 27, 2009
"I gave to this project because of Emily's love of music"
Alwais Family
from New York
gave
in support of More Miles, More Music
on Oct 29, 2009
A donor
gave
on Oct 29, 2009
"Dear Alwais family, Thank you for your donation to my classroom. My students are so excited and I update them daily on our progress. I can't wait to use these instruments to make some wonderful music!! We truly appreciate your caring and generosity."
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Oct 29, 2009
"To the secret donor, I understand your desire to remain private. But I do want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your wonderful donation. If you wish to email me please do so, so I may thank you for your overwhelming generosity."
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Oct 29, 2009
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Music education."
Jennifer
from Brooklyn, NY
gave
in support of shawnshawn's 'stache
on Nov 4, 2009
"I donated because I want to support kids in New York (City)."
nicole
from New York
gave
in support of shawnshawn's 'stache
on Nov 4, 2009
"I gave to this project because...I can't get the theme of Magnum P.I. out of my head and some kid grew up to compose it."
Serra
from New York
gave
in support of shawnshawn's 'stache
on Nov 4, 2009
"I gave to this project because... just because."
"I donated because Charles is the best (no pun intended)!"
"I gave to this project because I love music and i did look at other projects,but music inspired me to be the best I AM a teen and i gave in $10 from the money i made singing and giving .LET MUSIC FILL YOUR HEARTS
-Sara A "
Sara
from Trenton, NJ
gave
on Nov 6, 2009
"I donated because the project will bring important learning opportunities to the classroom."
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Music education."
Cheryl Ann McCullagh
from New York, NY
gave
on Nov 6, 2009
"I gave to this project because my sister's a music teacher and I know how rough it is and how important music education is."
Barbara
from Kensington, MD
gave
on Nov 6, 2009
"I gave to this project because music classes were always my favorite. It is important to a well rounded life and all children deserve this opportunity. I eventually went to college and got a degree in Music."
Elaine
from Salem, IN
gave
on Nov 6, 2009
"I gave to this project because I want to help children in need."
Debbie
from Connecticut
gave
on Nov 7, 2009
Evette
from Alexandria, VA
gave
on Nov 7, 2009
"I donated because I want to support kids in New York (City)."
Damian
from
gave
in support of More Miles, More Music
on Nov 7, 2009
"I donated in memory of my mother, who taught music at several elementary schools in our town in her early teaching career."
Robin
from Belton, MO
gave
on Nov 7, 2009
Project fully funded!
Happy news
on Nov 7, 2009
"To all who have donated, I can't thank you enough from the bottom of my heart. My students are going to be so excited on Monday morning when I give them the news. You have blessed me with the greatest gift, giving me the ability to open my students minds, hearts and ears to making their own music. I can't thank you enough for what you have done for them! Thank you MWAH a big kiss from me to you!"
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Nov 7, 2009
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Nov 7, 2009
Purchased the supplies for Mrs. P.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.
Jenni D. (staff member)
on Nov 9, 2009
"I received some of the items today and my 5th grade class was in the room when the packages were opened. They are beyond excited to use them. I am going to start planning this weekend!!! THANK YOU!!"
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Nov 13, 2009
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