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Ms. Melendez from Staten Island, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Lion King! Help Us Roar!

Help me give my students a variety of essential items needed to put on theatrical productions! My students need these materials for their June production of the Lion King!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Melendez's classroom raised $1,999

This project is fully funded

My Students

Imagine being given the opportunity to participate in the chance of a lifetime! To be given the opportunity to not only put on a real Disney production of the Lion King, but also perform on a real Broadway stage!

We are 55 talented and eager fourth and fifth grade students who have been given the amazing opportunity to be a part of the Disney Musicals in Schools program!

Our students are thrilled to be taking part in such a creative learning experience! Participating in theater arts is an outlet for our students to express their emotions, thoughts, and dreams. It not only helps to build their self-confidence but also stimulates creativity in problem solving and collaboration. This is our first year participating in this program and our students are eager and ready for the undertaking!

My Project

The materials and supplies I am requesting for my students will not only help us in our first year of putting on a Disney Musicals in Schools production, but will also help us to sustain the program for many more years to come! Our students need a variety of items to put on a production of The Lion King! These items range from lighting and equipment needed to make our stage more performance ready to the materials necessary to create scenery and costumes.

Your donations to this project will help our students to put on a performance they can be proud of!

Theater arts is a great way to foster a love of creativity and performing while also helping to build self-confidence and communication skills. It is a safe place for students to express their feelings and emotions! Disney Musicals in Schools has given us the opportunity to provide this experience to our current students and with your support, many more students in the future as well!

Ms. Melendez PS 53 Barbara Esselborn School 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 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

55 students impacted 23donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
GLA Osram 575w 115v G9.5 Lamp Bulb 54516-3 • Amazon Business $16.99 10 $169.90
Pyle Universal Microphone Stand - M-6 Mic Mount Holder and Height Adjustable from 27.5” to 57.5” Inch High w/ Compact Round Base Plate - Quick Setting Lock-Tight Knob Lightweight and Reliable PMKS40 • Amazon Business $30.68 5 $153.40
BR40 LED Light Bulbs by Bioluz LED, Dimmable Indoor/Outdoor 100W Replacement (Uses 13W) Soft White 3000K 110xb0 Beam Angle, Standard Medium Base UL-Listed (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $28.97 5 $144.85
BR40 LED Light Bulbs by Bioluz LED, Dimmable Indoor/Outdoor 100W Replacement (Uses 13W) Soft White 3000K 110xb0 Beam Angle, Standard Medium Base UL-Listed (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $28.97 3 $86.91
REAL USA Professional Grade Gaffer Tape By Gaffer Power, Made in the USA, Heavy Duty Gaffers Tape, Non-Reflective, Multipurpose. (2 Inches x 30 Yards, Black) • Amazon Business $16.88 5 $84.40
TOYMYTOY Face Paint Face and Body Crayons 18 Colors Makeup Kits Safe & Non-Toxic Washable Paint Pens • Amazon Business $2.99 27 $80.73
Zebra Headband Ears and Tail Costume Accessory Set - Fits Adults and Kids • Amazon Business $14.99 4 $59.96
PAINT TEMPERA SCHOOL SMART LIGHT GREEN GALLON • School Specialty $11.99 4 $47.96
PAINT TEMPERA SCHOOL SMART WHITE GALLON • School Specialty $11.99 4 $47.96
PAINT TEMPERA SCHOOL SMART GREEN GALLON • School Specialty $11.99 4 $47.96
PAINT TEMPERA SCHOOL SMART BLACK GALLON • School Specialty $11.99 4 $47.96
Funny Party Hats Lion Ears and Tail Set - Lion Costume - Ears Headband - Animal Headbands with Ears • Amazon Business $8.99 5 $44.95
Energizer AA Batteries (48 Count), Double A Max Alkaline Battery • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
Feather Boa - Marabou Feather Boa – Flapper Accessories – Diva Dress Up - By Funny Party Hats • Amazon Business $8.99 4 $35.96
Drop Cloth Canvas Drop Cloth 9x12 Canvas Tarp Canvas Fabric Drop Cloth Curtains Drop Cloths for Painting Painters Drop Cloth Paint Drop Cloth Paint Tarp Painting Supplies Canvas Sheet • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Cynthia's Feathers 65g Chandelle Feather Boas Over 80 Colors & Patterns to Pick Up (Royal Blue) • Amazon Business $9.55 3 $28.65
EBXYA XLR DMX Cable 100ft- XLR Male to XLR Female Premium Balanced Integral Molded XLR Patch Cords 100 ft -3 Pin Balanced, Black • Amazon Business $28.00 1 $28.00
14 Pack Color Correction Light Gel Filter Sheet Colored Overlays Transparency Film Plastic Sheets, 11.7 by 8.3 Inches, 7 Colors • Amazon Business $13.59 2 $27.18
Giraffe Headband and Tail - Giraffe Costume - Animal Costume Accessory Set by Funny Party Hats • Amazon Business $8.99 3 $26.97
GLS Audio 50 feet Speaker Cable 16AWG Patch Cords - 50 ft 1/4" to 1/4" Professional Speaker Cables Black 16 Gauge Wire - Pro 50' Phono 6.3mm Cord 16G - Single • Amazon Business $24.97 1 $24.97
PAINT TEMPERA SCHOOL SMART ORANGE GALLON • School Specialty $11.99 2 $23.98
PAINT TEMPERA SCHOOL SMART BLUE GALLON • School Specialty $11.99 2 $23.98
BENECREAT 20PCS Velvet (Brown) Fabric Sticky Back Adhesive Back Sheets, A4 Sheet (8.3" x 11.8"), Self-Adhesive, Durable and Water Resistant, Multi-Purpose, Ideal for Art and Craft Making • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Elcoho 16 Pieces Dance Ribbons Streamers Rhythmic Gymnastics Ribbon Wands for Kids Artistic Dancing, Baton Twirling, 16 colors • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
PAINT TEMPERA SCHOOL SMART YELLOW GALLON • School Specialty $11.99 2 $23.98
PAINT TEMPERA SCHOOL SMART BROWN GALLON • School Specialty $11.99 2 $23.98
Funny Party Hats Lion Ears and Tail Set - Lion Costume - Ears Headband - Animal Headbands with Ears • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97
PAINT TEMPERA WASH SCHOOL SMART LIGHT BLUE GALLON • School Specialty $11.39 2 $22.78
PAINT TEMPERA WASH SCHOOL SMART LIGHT BLUE GALLON • School Specialty $11.39 2 $22.78
Hot Glue Gun, TopElek 60W/100W Dual Power Full Size (Not Mini) Glue Gun with 12PCS Glue Sticks, High Temperature Melt Glue Gun Kit, for DIY, Crafts, Arts, Home Quick Repairs, Festival Decoration • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
1920s Fascinator Rainbow Feathers Headband for Women Kentucky Derby Wedding Tea Party Headwear (3PCs Rainbow) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Vastar 120pcs Hot Glue Gun Sticks for Hot Glue Gun, Full Size Hot Melt Glue Gun, 0.43 inch(1cm) Diameter, 4 inch Length • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Crystal Organza Tulle Sheer Fabric Backdrop Curtains for Wedding Baby Shower Birthday Party Event Decor, 19” by 30 Yard (Light Blue) • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Crystal Organza Tulle Sheer Fabric Backdrop Curtains for Wedding Baby Shower Birthday Party Event Decor, 19” by 30 Yard (Royal Blue) • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
PAINT TEMPERA SCHOOL SMART PURPLE GALLON • School Specialty $11.99 1 $11.99
BENECREAT 20PCS Velvet (White) Fabric Sticky Back Adhesive Back Sheets, A4 Sheet (8.3" x 11.8"), Self-Adhesive, Durable and Water Resistant, Multi-Purpose, Ideal for Art and Craft Making • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
10 Pieces Artificial Flower Headbands Multicolor Hawaiian Flower Crown Floral Garland Headbands for Festival Wedding Party • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Women's Hawaiian Multicolor Grass Hula Skirt (Green 60 cm, 5pcs/ Set) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Pro Grade - Paint Brushes - 5 Ea - Paint Brush Set • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
Satin Blue 20" Cape • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Plaid Nylon Chip Brush Set, 44289 White • Amazon Business $2.47 1 $2.47

Materials cost

$1,609.82

Vendor shipping charges

 $34.53

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$24.15

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,698.50

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$299.74

Total project goal

$1,998.24

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,998.24

22 Donors

-$986.32

Donations toward project cost

-$860.12

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$126.20

match offer

-$986.33

Match offer toward project cost

-$838.38

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$147.95

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$25.59

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