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Ms. Lennon from New York, NY is requesting technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Turn My Mic Up!

My students need a wireless microphone system so guests can hear all of the talent that comes from our school!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Lennon's classroom raised $740

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Students

Are you a fan of 'American Idol' and 'America's Got Talent'? Well, our students are so talented, not one "BOOOO" has been heard in our auditorium. But, without the proper audio system, great singers might not be heard.

As the adviser of for our student-run Talent Committee, it is my pleasure to see all of the talent that is featured at our monthly performances.

Our students are talented singers, dancers, comedians, poets and actresses. Although it is an elementary school, I am often surprised at the 5th, 4th, 3rd, 2nd, and even 1st graders who take the stage like professionals! Students are given the opportunity to audition for stage time, then rehearse with a talent coach (a talented teacher) and finally perform in front of an audience of their peers, parents and teachers. We are quite a few blocks from Broadway. However, these young performers are always ready for the spotlight. They are rock stars!

My Project

Our audio system, especially the microphone set-up, is outdated and not very practical for young performers. A wireless microphone system would improve the quality of our performances. It would get rid of the frustration that comes from audience members who cannot hear the voices of the talent represented on stage. It would support our students that are eager to share their love of the stage with others.

The most exciting nights of the year happen during our school's Talent Show Nights!

The boys and girls of our elementary school are given the opportunity to show their talent in vocals, comedy, dance, acting and poetry. The auditorium is always packed to capacity and parents, teachers and special guests have a good time! Our only needed improvement is with our audio system. It is old and outdated. With your donation, our talented singers and poets will be heard clear across the room.

Project tagged as

New York, NY
Grades 3-5
Performing Arts
Music
Traditional School
Technology
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. Lennon PS 4 Duke Ellington Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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Nearly all 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

100 students impacted 22donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Shure Dual Handheld Wireless Microphone System • Best Buy $549.99 1 $549.99

On-Stage Round Base Microphone Stand - Black • Best Buy $22.99 1 $22.99

Materials cost			$572.98
Vendor shipping charges			$12.00
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$8.59
Fulfillment labor & materials			$35.00
Total project cost			$628.57
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$110.92
Total project goal			$739.49
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$739.49
18 Donors			-$739.49
Donations toward project cost			-$628.57
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$110.92
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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This teacher needs your help!

Turn My Mic Up!

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

My Students

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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