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Dr. Sabet from Elizabeth, NJ is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Jefferson Amped Is Lit!

Help me give my students some new lighting enhancements including the Stage Lights DMX, Par Can Lights Package to our upcoming Jefferson amped concerts along with fog juice.

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate 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 Project

The stage lighting package will play a crucial role in enhancing the atmosphere and emotional impact of music concerts. It helps set the tone of the performance, accentuating the mood of each song through the use of color, intensity, and movement. For example, bright and dynamic lighting can energize a fast-paced, upbeat song, while softer, more subdued lights can emphasize a ballad's intimacy or emotion. By syncing with the rhythm and tempo of the music, stage lighting can create a visual narrative that complements the audio experience, making the concert more immersive for the audience.

Additionally, the stage lighting directs the audience’s focus and enhances the visual appeal of the performance.

Spotlights can highlight key moments, like solos or dramatic changes in the music, drawing attention to specific performers or elements on stage. Advanced lighting technologies, such as lasers or LED screens, can transform the concert into a multi-sensory experience, turning the stage into a visual spectacle. This not only elevates the overall concert experience but also deepens the connection between the artists and the audience, making the event more memorable and impactful.

Dr. Sabet Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy 84 Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Elizabeth, NJ View local requests

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
CO-Z LED Stage Lights DMX, 8 pcs 18x3W RGB Par Can Lights Package with Remote Controller Sound Activated Stage Effect Lighting for Party DJ Dance Church Wedding Home Uplighting • Amazon Business $224.99 2 $449.98
American DJ F4L Premium High Performance Fog Juice 4 Liter Size • Music & Arts $29.99 1 $29.99

Materials cost

$479.97

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$517.17

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$91.27

Total project goal

$608.44

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$608.44

3 Donors

-$304.22

Donations toward project cost

-$258.59

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$45.63

match offer

-$304.21

Match offer toward project cost

-$258.58

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$45.63

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$0.00

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