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Ms. Nelson from Ozone Park, NY is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Keep Our Pocket Chart And Spirits From Falling Down!

My students need a pocket chart stand, Musical Instrument Bingo and a Yosemite Sam's Music Game.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Nelson's classroom raised $149

This project is fully funded

We are a public elementary school in New York City with a large population that is culturally diverse and of low socioeconomic status. Our school has a very healthy music program that includes: band, chorus, violin, keyboard, guitar and percussion ensembles in addition to a strong music curriculum.

We have a pocket chart in our auditorium/band rehearsal space where we keep track of our weekly classroom duties. However, it is on a stand that is falling apart and we are constantly putting it back together. In addition, we lack the resources to buy fun music games to expand upon our students' musical skills.

This proposal will provide us with a new stand for our pocket chart. Also, we will acquire a couple of great games that will not only be exciting for students, but also help to reinforce their musical knowledge.

Having the opportunity to become a musician is a gift that these children cherish. They stand a little taller and smile a little brighter when they join band, as it increases their self-esteem, discipline and enthusiasm for school. Your influence will empower students with the gift of music for years to come. Please consider making a donation to this endeavor today!

Ms. Nelson PS 63 Old South Grades 3-5

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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.

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More than three‑quarters 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
Musical Instrument Bingo (Complete Game/CD) (Standard) • Woodwind & Brasswind $29.99 1 $29.99
2-WAY ADJUSTABLE POCKET CHART STAND -- Bemiss-Jason 2-Way Adjustable Pocket Chart Stand • Quill $41.39 1 $41.39
0575B Classroo Yosemite Sam's Music Game (Standard) • Woodwind & Brasswind $29.95 1 $29.95

Materials cost

$101.33

Vendor shipping charges

$10.13

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$9.00

Total project cost

$121.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.78

Total project goal

$148.76

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$148.76

6 Donors

-$148.76

Donations toward project cost

-$121.99

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.77

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$0.00

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