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Ms. Hillary from Los Angeles, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Lighting Up Our Performances!

Help me give my students stage lights that will light up our poorly lit stage at our April's production of The Lion King!

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My Students

I am a teacher at a Title I school. I teach musical theater in East Los Angeles to students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade in an after-school program. The students are growing up in an economically depressed area, with gang activity present in the community.

Despite the situations in which they live, these students are enthusiastic, and creative learners who are eager for new experiences.

Participating in Musical Theater has opened up new opportunities for them. They love acting, dancing, and singing, and are looking forward to this year’s production.

My Project

Musical theater has a strong impact on our elementary students who have little exposure to the world of musicals, and theater production outside of school. This past year they have learned to develop communication skills, and to work in teams toward a common goal. Their language skills, self esteem, and self confidence grew noticeably. We found that our students who had participated in our theater program experienced improved reading comprehension, and were more engaged in their learning. These students gained confidence in expressing themselves effectively, while improving their English language skills. Students who participated in the musical discovered their hidden talents as they became more involved.  The equipment we are requesting, portable stage lights, will greatly improve the lighting for our dark stage. Proper stage lighting is important for creating a mood and cohesiveness for the setting and scenery. It would greatly improve the visibility of the students, and enhance the stage environment. The students are eager for the our next production, The Lion King Kids.

Ms. Hillary Humphreys Avenue Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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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

60 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
CHAUVET DJ EZwedge Tri Battery-Operated Tri-Color LED Wash Light w/Infared Remote Control • Amazon Business $169.99 4 $679.96
Arriba Padded Multi Purpose Case Acr-22 Bottom Rolling Stackable Case Dims 22X12X15 Inches • Amazon Business $89.95 1 $89.95

Materials cost

$769.91

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $70.45

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$881.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$155.63

Total project goal

$1,037.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,037.54

1 Donor

-$519.00

Donations toward project cost

-$441.15

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$77.85

match offer

-$518.54

Match offer toward project cost

-$440.76

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$77.78

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 $0.00

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