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"What if students could work at their own pace, and use a virtual environment to create music? I teach general classroom music to K-5 students, including 4 special needs classes, in a school with a population close to 800 students. We have many students with a strong interest in music.

Our school ha... MORE

"What if students could work at their own pace, and use a virtual environment to create music? I teach general classroom music to K-5 students, including 4 special needs classes, in a school with a population close to 800 students. We have many students with a strong interest in music.

Our school has just purchased 2 portable computer labs that have 15 laptops. We have no music programs on the laptops and no funds to purchase them due to budget shortfalls.

Having music programs on one of the systems will integrate technology and music, allow students to learn at their own pace, and use a virtual environment to create music! I will be able to reserve a lab and bring it to my classroom. With 15 computers with music programs on them students can work in pairs and will be able to save their work and learn from one another. The programs will reinforce music skills taught and students will develop critical thinking skills as they create their own musical compositions based on the step by step knowledge they will learn as they work through the programs at a pace that is comfortable for them.

It is important that students today be skilled in technology and music is no exception. Most teachers in the school have computer programs available to them in their subject areas. With the availability of 2 portable labs it is prime time to bring to music students the same experiences they can have in their other classrooms.

You will make it possible for my students to use technology to advance their understanding of basic music skills including composition. HIDE

My students need 15 copies of the Groovy Music Series. The cost of this proposal is $3,102, which includes shipping for any materials requested and fulfillment ?."

Mrs. D.'s Classroom: Moderate Poverty School ?
Region:
North Carolina
Where is the classroom located? ?

Submitted:
Oct 19, 2009 |
Expires:
Mar 25, 2010
Materials Vendor Price # Total
Groovy Music Series (Single) Woodwind & Brasswind $146.00 15 $2,190.00
  
Vendor Shipping Charges ? $219.00
State Sales Tax ? $93.08
3rd Party Payment Processing Fee ? $32.85
Postage / Processing for Donor Thank-You Package ? $9.00
Project Subtotal $2,543.93
Optional Donation Towards Operating Costs ? $558.42
TOTAL PROJECT COST ? $3,102.35
2 Donors -$25.00
To Go $3,077.35

Additional Details

Level:
Grades 3-5
Teacher's funded projects:
3
Thank-you punctuality:
67% ?
Subject:
Music (in Music & The Arts), Literacy (in Literacy & Language)
Resource:
Technology (Enrichment)
Students reached:
780
Used by future students?
Yes
Project ID:
333133
Live Updates
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Karen A. (volunteer) on Oct 19, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested technology and posted this project.
John C. (associate) on Oct 20, 2009
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Music education."
Steve from District of Columbia gave on Oct 24, 2009
"Thank you very much for your donation toward the music education of elementary children in this age of technology!"
The teacher Mrs. D. on Oct 24, 2009
"I gave to this project because my daughter Allie is inspired by the Music taught by this teacher!"
Amy K from North Carolina gave on Nov 3, 2009
"Wow! What kind words! Teaching is my passion and hearing from parents like you helps keep my passion alive. Thank you for your donation."
The teacher Mrs. D. on Nov 3, 2009
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