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Mr. Russo from Lahaina, HI is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Vibes and Essentials

Help me give my students a variety of different supplies to engage them and help them have a positive and creative classroom experience.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Russo's classroom raised $993

This project is fully funded

My Project

Help my 8th-grade U.S. History students unlock their creativity by providing them with the tools they need to explore and express their ideas in new and engaging ways. With flexible seating, art supplies, interactive materials, and tech tools, we can transform our classroom into a dynamic learning environment where history comes alive and students feel inspired to think critically and creatively. Your support will help us foster a love for learning and innovation, making history not just a subject, but a hands-on, imaginative journey for every student

Incorporating both music tools and artistic supplies into our 8th-grade U.S.

History classroom will significantly enhance the complexity and creativity of our lessons. With instruments like a guitar and drums, students can explore the rich history of American music, from the rhythms of early folk songs to the protest anthems of the Civil Rights Movement. They can compose and perform their own pieces that reflect historical themes, deepening their understanding of how music has shaped our nation’s history.

Artistic supplies like paints, markers, and modeling clay allow students to express their interpretation of historical events through visual art, creating murals, posters, or 3D models that capture the essence of pivotal moments in American history. By combining music and art, we can create interdisciplinary projects that not only engage students but also help them develop a deeper, more nuanced understanding of history. These creative tools turn abstract concepts into tangible, relatable experiences, making history a vibrant and interactive subject.

Mr. Russo Lahaina Intermediate School Grades 6-8

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half of 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

300 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Epiphone Classical E1 3/4 Size Nylon-String Guitar Natural 0.75 Natural 0.75 • Music & Arts $149.00 1 $149.00
HABUTWAY Bean Bag Chair: Giant 4' Memory Foam Furniture Bean Bag Chairs for Adults with Microfiber Cover - 4Ft, Black • Amazon Business $92.32 1 $92.32
Brightech Ambience Pro - Waterproof LED Outdoor String Lights - 15 Hanging, Dimmable 2W Vintage Edison Bulbs - 48 Ft Commercial Grade Patio Lights Create Cafe Ambience in Your Backyard • Amazon Business $44.54 1 $44.54
WILSON NCAA Final Four Basketball - 29.5" and 28.5" • Amazon Business $19.97 2 $39.94
Softbox Lighting Kit, Skytex 16x16in Soft Box | 135W 5500K E27 LED Bulb, Continuous Photography Lighting Kit Photo Studio Lights Equipment for Camera Shooting, Video Recording • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
WILSON AVP Soft Play Volleyball - Official Size • Amazon Business $16.95 2 $33.90
Tongue Drum,Steel Drums, Steel Tongue Drum 6 Inches 8 Notes,Handpan Tank Drum Percussion Musical Instrument Panda Hang Drum • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Etekcity Reflector Photography 43" (110cm) 5-in-1 Light Reflectors for Photography Multi-Disc Photo Reflector Collapsible with Bag - Translucent, Silver, Gold, White and Black • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Bongo Drum • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Tocad - Sunpak Self Storing Ring Light Vlogging Kit - Black • Best Buy Education $25.52 1 $25.52
Mead Composition Notebooks, 12 Pack, Wide Ruled Paper, 9-3/4" x 7-1/2", 100 Sheets per Comp Book, Color Will Vary (73389) • Amazon Business $23.11 1 $23.11
X8 Drums Mini Djembe Sun Lizard Graphic • Music & Arts $19.99 1 $19.99
NextEgg Egg Shaker Set - Non Toxic Baby Musical Instruments and Toddler Percussion - Music Shaker Eggs for Infants, Kids and Adults - Hand Shaker Rhythm Instrument for Classroom or Preschool (12-Pack) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
OVENTE Electric Kettle, Hot Water, Heater 1.7 Liter - BPA Free Fast Boiling Cordless Water Warmer - Auto Shut Off Instant Water Boiler for Coffee & Tea Pot, Regular, Black KP72B • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 4 x 4 in., 6 Pads, 90 Sheets/Pad, 2x the Sticking Power, Supernova Neons Collection • Quill.com $15.80 1 $15.80
Hasbro Gaming Taboo Classic Game, Party Word Guessing Game for Adults and Teens, Board Game for 4+ Players Ages 13 and Up • Amazon Business $15.54 1 $15.54
Scotch Magic Tape, Invisible, 3/4 in x 800 in, 6 Tape Rolls, Clear, Refill, Home Office and Back to School Classroom Supplies • Quill.com $15.29 1 $15.29
General Electric - Cync Smart Direct Connect Light Bulbs (2 A19 LED Color Changing Light Bulbs) 60W Replacement - Full Color • Best Buy Education $15.29 1 $15.29
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack 75 Wipes/Container 3/Pack (30208) • Staples $12.90 1 $12.90
Elmer's School Washable Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., Purple, 30/Pack (2159542) • Quill.com $10.79 1 $10.79
Coastwide Professional Indoor Trash Can Without Lid Black Soft Molded Plastic 7 Gallon (CW56429) • Staples $7.45 1 $7.45
6 Pads Lined Sticky Notes Post,4x6 Inches,Super Stick it ,Bright Color ,45 Sheets/Pads, Self-Adhesive memo for School , Office & Home, Multicolor • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Scotch Desktop Tape Dispenser, 1 Dispenser, Black, Home Office and Back to School Supplies for College and Classrooms • Quill.com $6.29 1 $6.29
Swingline Standard 1/4 Length Standard Staples Full Strip 5000/Box 3 Boxes (S7035104) • Staples $6.16 1 $6.16
Elmers Liquid School Glue, Slime Glue & Craft Glue | Washable, 4 Ounces Each, Great for Making Slime, 12 Count • Amazon Business $6.00 1 $6.00
ShurTech Color Duck Tape - 1.88" x 20 yds, Green • Blick Art Materials $5.85 1 $5.85
Pacon Tru-Ray Construction Paper - 12" x 18", Blue, 50 Sheets • Blick Art Materials $5.19 1 $5.19

Materials cost

$715.80

Vendor shipping charges

 $55.46

Sales tax

 $31.50

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$843.50

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$148.85

Total project goal

$992.35

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $992.35

1 Donor

-$992.35

Donations toward project cost

-$843.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$148.85

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