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Ms. Bones from Honolulu, HI is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Enriching Our Elementary School Students Through Arts and Theater

Help me give my students the reality of participating in a play. We are asking for your support in purchasing the necessary materials for the play. This includes props, set-building materials, and sound equipment.

  • $687 goal

This project expired on July 22, 2025.

This project expired on July 22, 2025.

My Project

At our elementary school, we are committed to fostering the holistic development of our students, particularly those from military families who face unique challenges due to the transience of their lifestyle. One of the most significant ways we can support our students is through the power of the arts, which offers them not only creative expression but also a sense of belonging, confidence, and resilience. We are seeking your generous support to provide wireless voice amplifiers and an Under The Sea backdrop for our students to participate in a school play, an experience that will leave a lasting impact on their growth and development.

The arts provide an invaluable outlet for children to express themselves, build their creativity, and enhance their emotional and social well-being.

In addition to developing critical skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and communication, participating in the arts helps children navigate the complexities of their emotions. This is especially important for our military students, who often face the emotional strain of moving from base to base and adjusting to new environments.

For many of our military-connected students, stability can feel fleeting. Just as they start to form friendships, they often face the challenge of relocation, making it difficult to establish lasting connections. A school play creates a sense of continuity, offering them a moment to focus on something that is theirs—an experience that unites them with their peers, builds confidence, and allows them to showcase their talents.

Your donation will directly impact the students who are excited to participate, providing them with the resources to create something truly special. Not only will your contribution help them produce a play, but it will also provide an opportunity for them to experience the lasting benefits of being involved in the arts — a benefit that stays with them long after they leave our elementary school.

Ms. Bones Maj Gen William Shafter Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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.

Honolulu, HI View local requests 80 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wireless VOICE AMPLIFIER with Rechargeable Microphone Headset • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $55.00 7 $385.00
ZTHMOE 10x8ft Fabric Under The Sea Photography Backdrop Aquarium Underwater World Tropical Fish Coral Reef Background Mermaid Birthday Baby Shower Party Decorations Photo Banner Props • Amazon Business $46.99 1 $46.99

Materials cost

$431.99

Vendor shipping charges

$96.25

Sales tax

$19.01

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$583.73

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$103.01

Total project goal

$686.74

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