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Ms. Harrell from Jackson, MS is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Dancing into the Year

Help me give my students tights for dancing in the upcoming school year, so they can feel confident and perform their best.

  • $418 goal

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

My Project

Having the right dance attire, like tights, is essential for my students to feel comfortable and confident while dancing. The tights will provide the proper fit and support, allowing them to move freely and perform without any distractions. Whether they are practicing basic steps or preparing for a performance, these tights will help them feel more professional and at ease, which will boost their confidence and overall performance.

Additionally, the tights will help create a cohesive and unified look for the class, which is important for fostering a sense of teamwork and pride in their work.

By providing every student with the same high-quality tights, I can ensure they all feel included and ready to give their best. With the right gear, my students can focus on their technique and expression, knowing they have everything they need to succeed in the upcoming school year.

Ms. Harrell Lanier High School Grades 9-12

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.

Jackson, MS 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

HBCU Alum 120 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
DANCEYOU Slight Shimmery Footed Tights Girls and Women Size Sparkly Skin Tone Toast for Costume, Dance and Daily Dressing • Amazon Business $13.99 12 $167.88
DANCEYOU Slight Shimmery Footed Tights Girls and Women Size Sparkly Skin Tone Toast for Costume, Dance and Daily Dressing • Amazon Business $13.99 6 $83.94
DANCEYOU Slight Shimmery Footed Tights Girls and Women Size Sparkly Skin Tone Toast for Costume, Dance and Daily Dressing • Amazon Business $11.89 4 $47.56

Materials cost

$299.38

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$20.96

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.49

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$354.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$62.62

Total project goal

$417.45

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