My students need equitable access to the arts, allowing them to experience one of the world's most beloved and relevant choreographies.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. G.'s classroom raised $1,293
This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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 Students
My students are fifth graders in a high-needs school in the Bronx. Our school used to be set in a dilapidated building, but our wonderful community of families, teachers, and staff fought for our students to have a school building they deserve. After seven years, we continue to fight for equity for our students.
My students are bright, energetic, and creative, but recent budget cuts threaten their access to the arts.
Your support would help my students receive the resources they need and deserve.
My Project
During the 2014-2015 and 2015-2016 school years, our students enjoyed a wonderful partnership with New York City Center. Through this partnership, our students were able to attend a performance of Alvin Ailey's signature work, "Revelations", by the Ailey II company at a landmark theater. Our students also learned choreography from this masterpiece from company members who came to our school before and after the show. It was an invaluable experience. Unfortunately, our school's budget was cut last year, and the partnership ended.
"Revelations" is the most widely-seen modern dance work in the world, but it won't be seen by our students without your help.
With your support, our students will see African-American faith and tenacity from slavery to freedom through a performance of "Revelations" at New York City Center and learn choreography from the dancers themselves.
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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