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Mr. Barriteau from Jonesboro, GA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Musical & Classroom Expression

Help me give my students a chance to have a safe space in school. An learning space to make mistakes and grow together.

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My Project

In an elementary music class, classroom expression involves both physical and vocal participation from students to convey the emotional and dynamic aspects of music. This concept combines movement, facial expressions, and vocal tone, encouraging students to interpret and embody the mood or story of a musical piece. For example, students may use exaggerated body movements to represent a crescendo or stomp rhythmically to express a powerful march. When singing, they might adjust their tone to reflect the song's mood—soft and sweet for a lullaby or bold and energetic for an anthem. The teacher serves as a guide, using expressive gestures and facial cues to model the intended emotions, helping students connect more deeply with the music.

Incorporating classroom expression encourages active engagement and accommodates various learning styles.

Kinesthetic learners thrive on movement, while auditory learners refine their sense of sound through experimentation with volume, pitch, and timbre. This approach also builds collaborative skills, as students often work in groups to create expressive interpretations. For example, a class might develop a soundscape for a story using body percussion, vocal effects, and simple instruments, with each student contributing their unique ideas.

Beyond enhancing musicality, classroom expression promotes emotional intelligence by teaching children to recognize and express their feelings through a creative outlet. This holistic approach not only enriches their musical education but also supports their overall social and emotional development.

Mr. Barriteau Lee Street Elementary School Grades 3-5

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

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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Jonesboro, GA View local requests

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

456 students impacted 9donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Fumete 12 Pcs Floor Pillows Cushions Round Seat Pillows Seating 15 x 15 Inches Color Chair Cushions Floor Pillow Reading Cushion for Kids Adults Classroom Home School Playing Supplies (Colorful) • Amazon Business $65.79 4 $263.16
16 Pcs Kids Hand Drums Wooden Frame Drum with Drum Stick, 12 Inch 10 Inch 8 Inch 6 Inch Educational Musical Instruments for Adults Drums Beginners for Home School Party Supplies (Black and Wood Color) • Amazon Business $73.79 1 $73.79
AIVIAI Juggling Scarves for Kids Play 24 Pcs Dance Music Scarfs Colorful Silk Actives Scarves Rhythm Band Scarves for Toddlers Children Movement(6 Colors) • Amazon Business $13.98 2 $27.96
Golden Gate TF-1 Tuning Fork Key of A • Music & Arts $7.95 1 $7.95

Materials cost

$372.86

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $25.73

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$434.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$76.62

Total project goal

$510.80

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $510.80

8 Donors

-$509.83

Donations toward project cost

-$434.18

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$75.65

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.97

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 $0.00

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