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Mrs. Pagan from Alturas, FL is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Music Ignites Inspirational Rhythm, Fosters Creativity, and Enhances Learning Experiences

Help me give my students an outdoor musical adventure to explore with instruments such as the bongo drums and glockenspiel.

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Music is an invaluable catalyst for child development and plays a crucial role in ensuring school readiness. It fosters intellectual, social-emotional, motor, language, and overall literacy skills, allowing children to flourish. When children are exposed to music at an early age, they learn to associate sounds with meanings, enriching their vocabulary and comprehension. Dancing and creating music not only enhances their motor skills, but, also offers a wonderful avenue for self-expression, cultivating creativity and confidence. Furthermore, music strengthens memory skills for both children and adults. In addition to its developmental benefits, music brings profound joy to our lives. Imagine driving on a sunny day with the windows down, enjoying your favorite song—it’s a moment filled with happiness and connection. Embracing music in our daily lives enriches our experiences and creates lasting memories, highlighting its essential role in our journey.

By giving my students the opportunity for outdoor musical adventure by exploring with instruments such as bongo drums and glockenspiel will ignite their learning.

As an educator, I am continually impressed by my students' natural curiosity and eagerness to learn new things. Exposing children to various learning styles allows them to appreciate and navigate the world around them more freely. This process aids in building their confidence and fosters a greater understanding of others. By equipping them with the essential tools for success, we are ensuring they will have a bright and prosperous future.

I strive to engage my students in activities that enhance their self-awareness, as well as improve their listening, language, and motor skills. These foundational skills significantly influence their success in both academic and personal endeavors. That's why I am seeking support to acquire the necessary materials to establish a strong educational foundation for my students.

Mrs. Pagan Alturas Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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More than half 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

18 students impacted 18donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Bongo Drums • Discount Playground Supply $1,133.00 1 $1,133.00
Glockenspiel • Discount Playground Supply $645.00 1 $645.00

Materials cost

$1,778.00

Vendor shipping charges

 $320.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$26.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,154.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$380.24

Total project goal

$2,534.91

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $2,534.91

13 Donors

-$1,545.69

Donations toward project cost

-$1,321.09

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$224.60

Matching donations from our partners

-$980.68

Match offers toward project cost

-$833.58

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$147.10

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.53

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