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Mrs. Baier from Sumter, SC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Binders for Middle School Musicians

Help me give my students black performance binders, and sheet protectors to keep their music organized and looking professional.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Baier's classroom raised $424

This project is fully funded

My Project

The black binders and sheet protectors I’m requesting will make a significant difference in my students’ learning by helping them keep their sheet music organized, protected, and easily accessible. This organization allows them to focus more on developing their musical skills rather than searching for misplaced music or dealing with damaged pages during rehearsals and performances. With clear, protected sheets and neatly organized binders, students can quickly mark notes, follow along with ease, and stay engaged during practice, leading to more productive rehearsals and confident performances.

A well-organized musician is a well-prepared musician.

My goal for this project is to create a consistent, organized system that fosters responsibility and professionalism in my students. By providing each student with a durable binder and sheet protectors, I’m helping them build habits that will not only improve their musical growth but also teach valuable life skills like organization, attention to detail, and accountability.

What makes my students special is their passion, dedication, and determination to grow as musicians. They come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique perspectives to our orchestra, creating a vibrant, collaborative learning environment. Despite any challenges they may face, they show up eager to learn, improve, and perform. Supporting them with the right tools ensures that their hard work and talent shine through in every note they play.

Mrs. Baier Bates Middle School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Sumter, SC View local requests

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

60 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Avery Economy View 3 Ring Binders, Homeschool Supplies, Home Organization, 1" Round Rings, 4 Black Binders (05710) • Amazon Business $20.56 10 $205.60
Avery Easy Load Heavyweight Non-Glare Sheet Protectors, 8-1/2" x 11", Clear, 200/Box (74401) • Quill.com $32.92 3 $98.76

Materials cost

$304.36

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$21.46

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$360.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$63.60

Total project goal

$423.99

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$423.99

4 Donors

-$373.99

Donations toward project cost

-$317.89

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$56.10

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

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$0.00

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