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Ms. Thompson from Upper Marlboro, MD is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Essentials for Musical Fun!

Help me give my students an opportunity to learning music in multiple ways. This includes xylophones, drum practice pads, and more.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Thompson's classroom raised $2,473

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am requesting additional supplies for my classroom, including various musical instruments and individual whiteboards, to enhance the learning experience for my students. These materials will play a key role in creating a more engaging, hands-on, and interactive environment.

The inclusion of different instruments will allow students to explore music in a tactile and creative way.

It will not only support their understanding of rhythm, melody, and collaboration, but, also make lessons more enjoyable and memorable. Music can be a powerful tool for fostering creativity, improving focus, and boosting student confidence.

Additionally, individual whiteboards will encourage active participation from all students during lessons. They offer a low-pressure way for students to practice concepts, answer questions, and share ideas without the fear of making mistakes in front of the entire class. This tool promotes collaboration, immediate feedback, and differentiated instruction, all of which contribute to more meaningful and effective learning.

Overall, these supplies will help transform the classroom into a dynamic and student-centered space where learning is both fun and impactful.

Ms. Thompson Phyllis E Williams Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Upper Marlboro, MD View local requests

More than a third 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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Stagg Xylophone 12-Keys - Rainbow Color • Music & Arts $49.99 25 $1,249.75
AAGUT Drum Practice Pad for Beginners 12 Inch Snare drum pad with Sticks, Double Sided Silent marching snare drummer pad with 4 x 5A Hickory sticks & Storage Bag (Black) • Amazon Business $16.99 25 $424.75
SCRIBBLEDO 10 Pack 11 x 14 Inch Piano Board Dry Erase White Boards Keyboard Double Sided Music Staff whiteboard for Kids Students, Musicians Music Class Supplies. (10 Erasers Included) • Amazon Business $39.49 3 $118.47
Boomwhackers 27 Tube Classroom Pack With Online Audio • Music & Arts $99.99 1 $99.99
24 Pack Rhythm Sticks for Kids, 8 inches Wooden Lummi Stick Music Toys, Classroom Preschool Percussion Musical Instruments, 4 Colors • Amazon Business $16.89 2 $33.78

Materials cost

$1,926.74

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $115.60

3rd party payment processing fee

$28.90

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,101.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$370.81

Total project goal

$2,472.05

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $2,472.05

1 Donor

-$2,472.05

Donations toward project cost

-$2,101.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$370.81

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