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Mr. Carrera's Classroom

  • Mary Lyon School
  • Chicago, IL
  • 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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  • Drone Technology Videos

    Funded Aug 31, 2024

    Thank you so much for choosing to fund our project called "Drone Technology Videos." I it amazing to have such amazing technology available in our classroom. We love to make movies and creative interactive videos with our students. Incorporating drone technology into our video making is a dream come true. This is only possible because of your generous financial support to our program. My students always reach for higher levels of achievement when they are excited and interested in the final results. High tech devices and movie making capabilities are a wonderful combination in my classroom that will always get my students to achieve these results.

    Thank you for supporting high quality instruction in our public schools. You have become part of the learning in my classroom through your generosity.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. Carrera

    This classroom project was brought to life by United Airlines and 2 other donors.
  • Unlock Ukuleles Unending Utilization!

    Funded Nov 13, 2024

    Thank you so much for choosing to fund our project called "Unlock Ukuleles Unending Utilization!" We have already hung and are using our new ukuleles. My students noticed them the moment they walked into our music classroom. These 23 inch concert sized pink ukuleles have created a buzz in our classroom. It is so exciting to see kids interested in learning and playing music. With the Christmas season around the corner the learning possibilities are endless. My students will be excited to learn ukulele with these new instruments for many years to come.

    You have become part of the learning in my classroom through your generous financial contribution to our classroom. Thank you for supporting high quality music education in our public schools.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. Carrera

    This classroom project was brought to life by Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation and 3 other donors.
  • Ukulele Coolness!

    Funded Oct 31, 2024

    Thank you so much for choosing to fund our project called "Ukulele Coolness!" Our new 23 inch concert ukuleles are a great upgrade to our collection of classroom instruments. We put them to immediate use in our classroom. My students are learning so much about music through their ukulele playing. They are learning many music skills including things like melody, chords, strumming patterns, and music accompaniment. Many of my students do not have access to great music learning opportunities outside of the school setting. I know that their music learning is important to them. Your are helping to create learning memories that will last a lifetime.

    Thank you for your generous financial contribution to our music class. Supporting high quality music education in our public schools is making learning in our music classroom fantastic!”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. Carrera

  • Ukuleles Rock!

    Funded Oct 4, 2024

    Thank you so much for choosing to fund our project called "Ukuleles Rock!" We have already started using our new ukuleles. My students love them. The concert sized 23 inch ukuleles are wonderful tools to have in our music classroom. My students are learning how to play famous melodies, strumming patterns, and accompaniments. These are great learning opportunities for my students who do not have access to many music learning opportunities outside of the school setting.

    Your generous donation to our classroom is really making a difference in the learning of my students. The smiles on their faces as they create music is great to see. You are part of the learning in our classroom through your participation and financial support.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. Carrera

  • Can I Make Another Cool Music Button?

    Funded Oct 3, 2024

    Thank you so much for supporting our project called "Can I Make Another Cool Music Button?" Our new set of 2 1/4 sized button parts is a great part addition to our classroom. My classes are full of creative and artistic students. Giving them a chance to make a large sized button is such an encouragement to my classes. We use the buttons to challenge and recognize great learning that takes place in our music classroom. These new buttons are really helping to keep our learning moving in the right direction. Recognizing my students for their hard work and contributions to class helps them to reach for higher levels of success in music.

    Thank you for supporting our classroom and encouraging high quality music education in our public schools.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. Carrera

    This classroom project was brought to life by The Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation and 2 other donors.
  • Can I Make A Cool Button

    Funded Oct 15, 2024

    Thank you so much for choosing to fund our project called "Can I Make A Cool Button." The one inch button parts are a great hit in our music classroom. We use the buttons to celebrate great learning and accomplishments in our music room. We are creating all kinds of creative buttons for kid to make. Some celebrate great singing. Others for great ukulele playing and practice. These simple items of encouragement help keep our class moving in the right direction. It also help to inspire my students to higher levels of learning in music.

    You have become part of the learning in our classroom through your generosity. Thank your for supporting high quality music education in our public schools.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. Carrera

    This classroom project was brought to life by The Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation and one other donor.
  • Friendship Bracelet Bonanza!

    Funded Oct 28, 2024

    Thank you so much for choosing to fund our project called "Friendship Bracelet Bonanza!" We are already using our materials to make beautiful friendship bracelets. My students need creative outlets to explore and demonstrate their artistic abilities. These moments in class help to build great learning environments in my classroom. This leads to better student interaction and helps them reach to higher levels of success in music.

    You have become part of the learning in our classroom through your financial contribution to our class. Thank you for supporting high quality in our public schools.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. Carrera

  • Pencils and Pocket Folders for Newcomers

    Funded Sep 4, 2024

    Thank you so much for choosing to fund our project called "Pencils and Pocket Folders for Newcomers." Folders and pencils might not seem like much. It is often the simple things that help create meaningful moments for my students. Many of my students come to school with little or no school supplies. They know that they can come to me for some pencils and a folder when they need one. I always enjoy seeing a smile on their face when I hand them these simple supply items. It really makes a difference in their day.

    You have become part of the learning and success of my students through your generous donation. Thank you for supporting high quality education in our public schools.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. Carrera

    This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Supporter and 2 other donors.
  • Ukulele Magic!

    Funded Oct 3, 2024

    Thank you for choosing to fund our project called "Ukulele Magic!" My students are having a great time learning to play ukuleles. It is challenging and demanding for many of my students who have never played an instrument before. The set of ukulele song books have been a great addition to our classroom music library. My students are always excited when our classroom gets new learning materials. My students will be learning music from these new books for many years to come.

    Thank you for becoming part of the learning in my classroom through your generous donation. You are supporting high quality music education in our public schools.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. Carrera

  • Penny Press Pizzazz!

    Funded Sep 18, 2024

    Thank you so much for choosing to fund our project called "Penny Press Pizzazz!" Our school is celebrating our 100th year. The new penny design that we acquired through this project has been a huge success at our school. My students are always amazed when our penny press squeezes out a penny with our school name and logo. It really is awesome. My students love being recognized for hard work and reaching for higher levels of achievement and success. These new pennies are the perfect memento and collectable for these occasions.

    You have become part of the learning in our classroom through your generous donation. Thank you for supporting high quality music education in our public schools.”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. Carrera

    This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community & an Anonymous Partner and 2 other donors.
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I am writing this proposal for my high school vocal students that participate in our Intermediate and Advanced Choirs. Our high school serves a large urban area and has a high percentage of students that are low-income.

About my class

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