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Mrs. Vasquez-Melendez from Bronx, NY is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Big Screen: Support Our Student Movie Club

Help me give my students TV for the after-school movie club and gaming.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Vasquez-Melendez's classroom raised $322

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

My students are inventive, passionate, and eager to learn. Many come from underrepresented backgrounds, driving their desire to tell their stories through film. Their curiosity and willingness to explore different narratives make them exceptional learners. They inspire each other and push creative boundaries, making our movie club a dynamic and nurturing environment. Your support in providing this vital resource will empower them to develop skills and build confidence that will last a lifetime.

I absolutely love my students’ enthusiasm for storytelling, creativity, and collaboration.

They bring diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives that enrich our film discussions and appreciation of cinema. By establishing a dedicated after-school movie club, I aim to foster a love for film while enhancing their critical thinking, creativity, and social skills.

The requested 50-inch TV will transform our movie club experience. It will provide an immersive viewing experience, allowing students to engage deeply with the films we watch. High-quality visuals and sound will enhance their understanding of cinematic techniques and storytelling. Additionally, it will serve as a platform for screenings of short films created by the students, encouraging them to express their ideas and collaborate in the filmmaking process.

Project Goals include exposing students to a variety of genres and cultures through film. Enhancing Critical Thinking through discussions about themes, cinematography, and storytelling methods. Inspire students to create their own short films and share their stories. Finally to foster a sense of belonging and teamwork within the club, allowing students to make new friendships.

Mrs. Vasquez-Melendez East Bronx Academy for Future Grades 9-12

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Hisense 50" Class A7 Series 4K UHD Smart Fire TV (50A7NF) - Wide Color Gamut, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, AI Sports Mode, Game Mode, ALLM, Alexa Built in with Voice Remote, Streaming TV, Black • Amazon Business $239.99 1 $239.99

Materials cost

$239.99

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$273.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$48.28

Total project goal

$321.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$321.87

1 Donor

-$182.39

Donations toward project cost

-$182.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$107.29

Match offer toward project cost

-$91.20

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$16.09

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$32.19

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$0.00

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