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Mr. Renda from Ogden UT is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Soundwaves of Success: Marching Band MacBook Mission

Help me give my students an urgently needed new MacBook Pro. Without it, they can't utilize vital sound equipment, hindering rehearsals and denying deserving students the best

  • 4 donors
  • $4,481 still needed

expires Aug 14

  • 4 donors
  • $4,481 still needed
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What I love about our students:

Our students at our high school are remarkable for their passion, dedication, and talent.

They embody a spirit of excellence that drives them to strive for greatness in everything they do. Whether it's during rehearsals, performances, or competitions, their commitment to the marching band and to each other is truly inspiring.

How the requested MacBook Pro will make a difference:

The requested MacBook Pro is an essential tool for our marching band's success. With it, we can effectively manage and operate our sound equipment, ensuring that our performances are of the highest quality. This resource will enable our students to fine-tune their musical arrangements, synchronize their movements, and elevate their overall performance level.

Goals for this project:

Our primary goal with this project is to provide our students with the resources they need to continue excelling in their musical pursuits. By acquiring a new MacBook Pro, we aim to ensure that our marching band can maintain its standard of excellence and continue representing our high school with pride. Additionally, we want to foster an environment where our students feel supported and empowered to pursue their passion for music to the fullest.

What makes our students special:

Our students are special because of their unwavering dedication, teamwork, and resilience. They consistently demonstrate a willingness to go above and beyond to achieve their goals, whether it's through countless hours of practice, collaborating with peers, or overcoming challenges together. Their talent and enthusiasm for music unite them as a cohesive team, and it's their collective spirit that makes them truly extraordinary.

Mr. Renda
Grades 9-12

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - MacBook Pro 16" Laptop - M3 Max chip - 48GB Memory - 40-core GPU - 1TB SSD (Latest Model) - Silver • Best Buy Education $3,999.00 1 $3,999.00

Materials cost

$3,999.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$59.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$4,088.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$721.58

Total project goal

$4,810.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $4,810.56

4 Donors

-$330.00

Donations toward project cost

-$280.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$49.50

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 $4,480.56

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