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Mrs. Tucker-Young from Durham, NC is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Tucker-Young's classroom raised $876

Tiger Creativity

Help me give my students colored resources, designed hats throughout the year, and a bike as a reward for our annual spelling bee.

Mrs. Tucker-Young W.G. Pearson Elementary School

Durham, NC Grades 3-5

My Project

The Academically and Intellectually Gifted (AIG) program is designed to challenge students through rigorous learning experiences that promote creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. To further enhance student engagement and celebrate academic excellence, I am requesting funding for a color printer, customized student hats, and a bicycle to be used as a grand prize incentive.

These resources will support high-quality instructional materials, strengthen students' sense of belonging within the AIG program, and motivate students to actively participate in enrichment activities throughout the school year.

Gifted learners thrive when they are challenged, recognized, and provided with opportunities to showcase their work. Many of our enrichment projects involve creating presentations, research displays, engineering designs, and creative products that deserve professional-quality printed materials. Currently, limited access to color printing reduces our ability to produce visually engaging learning materials and student showcases.

In addition, recognizing students' dedication and achievement encourages continued academic growth. Branded AIG hats will foster pride, unity, and a sense of community among participants. A bicycle, awarded through an academic achievement or participation incentive program, will serve as an exciting culmination of students' commitment to learning, goal-setting, and perseverance.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

120 students impacted 1 donor

Project tagged as

Durham, NC
Grades 3-5
Literacy
Mathematics
Instructional Technology
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Mrs. Tucker-Young W.G. Pearson 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.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Durham, NC 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

120 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Epson - EcoTank ET-2980 Wireless All-in-One Color Supertank Inkjet Printer - White • Best Buy Education $329.99 1 $329.99

RoyalBaby Freestyle Kids Bike Boys Girls 18 Inch BMX Childrens Bicycle with Kickstand for Ages 5-8 Years, Black • Amazon Business $209.99 1 $209.99

10 Pcs Sublimation Blank Trucker Hats Bulk Mesh Baseball Cap Polyester Mesh Trucker Hat for Men and Women • Amazon Business $31.99 3 $95.97

12pcs Tshirt Ruler Guide for Vinyl Alignment, T Shirt Measurement Accessories Tools for Cricut Heat Press & Cameo & HTV Transfer Vinyl, Stocking Stuffers Gifts for Women,Christmas Gifts for Mom • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49

9Pcs Tshirt-Ruler Guide to Center Vinyl, Transparent V-Neck/Round PVC Ruler for Alignment, Heat Press, Children Youth Adult, Front and Back Measurement (10in) • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59

Materials cost			$653.03
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$50.94
3rd party payment processing fee			$9.80
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$743.77
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$131.25
Total project goal			$875.02
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$875.02
1 Donor			-$875.02
Donations toward project cost			-$743.77
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$131.25
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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