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"When events are not written, it can feel like they never happened.
I've been charged with reviving our school's journalism program. My classroom includes Freshmen through Seniors, at-risk students, International Baccalaureate students, Advanced Placement students and everyone in between.
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"When events are not written, it can feel like they never happened.
I've been charged with reviving our school's journalism program. My classroom includes Freshmen through Seniors, at-risk students, International Baccalaureate students, Advanced Placement students and everyone in between.
We are a diverse group, and we are very passionate. Our journalism class also does not have textbooks, and we only have one student computer in the classroom.
We have taken on the task of reviving the school newspaper. Our school has outstanding students, award-winning teachers and a rich history; however, it has not had a school newspaper in the last few years.
Yet, we are committed to the task, and we have the spirit of the local civil rights leaders who did not let adversity quiet their voices.
Our paper will recall the history of our school to current students, and it will document the current student body and faculty for our future. We need a classroom set of the Associated Press Stylebook, flash drives, a voice recorder, a mobile whiteboard, copy paper and other materials, such as red pens, to get our newsroom buzzing again.
The paper will renew the spirits of our students and staff by highlighting their achievements and the history of our school while also promoting literacy. Your help will make it possible for my students to remember from where we came and set a path for where we will go.
My newsroom project needs assorted supplies, including 25 copies of the Associated Press Stylebook, flash drives, a voice recorder, a portable whiteboard, dry erase markers, a case of copy paper and office supplies.
The cost of this proposal is $952, which includes shipping for any materials requested and fulfillment ."
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Ms. K. sent this note after the project was fully funded:
Dec 1, 2008
Dear Wayne, Margaret, Donna Ladd, Dana & Jonathan Larkin, Christopher, Richie, Sandra and Sammy, Beth, Karen Kay and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation,
Thank you! Wow! This is such beautiful news, and I cannot wait to share the joy with our students. You have invested in a rich history and an incredible future. 2008-2009 will be such a memorable year for these students, and your support and inspiring words will get their stories and voices heard again!
Great news -- this project is now a reality! We ordered the materials and they were sent directly to the classroom.
| Materials |
Vendor |
Price |
# |
Total |
| Scotch Desktop Tape Dispenser, Sage Two-Tone |
Highsmith Inc. |
$2.72 |
1 |
$2.72
|
| QUILL QUICK START TAPE W/DISPENSER,2"X60YDS(INCLDS 4 ROLLS) -- Quill Quick Start 4-Pack Acrylic Tape Value Pack |
Quill Corporation |
$10.34 |
1 |
$10.34
|
| Fellowes Mouse Pad with Microban, Navy Blue |
Highsmith Inc. |
$3.86 |
2 |
$7.72
|
| 747 CHROME STAPLER -- Swingline 747 Accent Stapler; Chrome |
Quill Corporation |
$12.23 |
2 |
$24.46
|
| LEATHERETTE 2 POCKET FOLDER WITH FASTENERS, 25/BOX -- Quill 2-Pocket Fastener Folders; Green |
Quill Corporation |
$15.74 |
1 |
$15.74
|
| FILE FOLDERS W/INFO POCKET, -- Pendaflex File Folders with InfoPockets |
Quill Corporation |
$6.65 |
2 |
$13.30
|
| Mach Speed Trio MP3 Player With Voice Recorder, 1GB, Red |
Office Depot Inc. |
$29.99 |
1 |
$29.99
|
| Foray(TM) Neoprene USB Drive Case, Holds 2 Drives, Red |
Office Depot Inc. |
$4.74 |
1 |
$4.74
|
| Foray(TM) Neoprene USB Drive Case, Holds 6 Drives, Red |
Office Depot Inc. |
$8.54 |
1 |
$8.54
|
| HP 21 Black Inkjet Cartridges Model C9508FN#140, Pack Of 2 |
Office Depot Inc. |
$27.52 |
2 |
$55.04
|
| Ativa(TM) USB 20 FlipTop Flash Drive, 4GB |
Office Depot Inc. |
$27.99 |
1 |
$27.99
|
| Office Depot(R) Brand Copy Paper, 8 1/2quot; x 11quot;, 20 Lb, 104 Brightness, Ream Of 500 Sheets, Case Of 10 Reams |
Office Depot Inc. |
$35.99 |
1 |
$35.99
|
| At-A-Glance(R) 12-Month Academic Year Desk Pad, 22quot; x 17quot;, August 2008-July 2009 |
Office Depot Inc. |
$8.85 |
1 |
$8.85
|
| The Associated Press Stylebook and Briefing on Media Law Norm Goldstein (Editor), Associated Press Staff |
Barnes and Noble |
$5.98 |
25 |
$149.50
|
| QB STENO BOOK, GREGG RULING -- Quill Brand Steno Pads; Green |
Quill Corporation |
$11.69 |
2 |
$23.38
|
| QB VISIBLE INK ROLLERBALL PEN -- Quill Visible Ink Roller Ball Pens; Red |
Quill Corporation |
$8.99 |
2 |
$17.98
|
| Dry Erase Markers - Assorted Colors |
SchoolOutfitters.com |
$7.99 |
1 |
$7.99
|
| EXPO DRY ERASE MARKERS; CHISEL POINT, BLACK -- Expo Original Dry-Erase Markers; Chisel-Tip, Black |
Quill Corporation |
$12.05 |
1 |
$12.05
|
| KIT CHART WRITE AND WIPE MAGNETIC |
ABC School Supply, Inc. |
$169.99 |
1 |
$169.99
|
| MEMOREX USB 128MB FLASH DRIVE |
Best Buy |
$4.99 |
5 |
$24.95
|
| |
| Vendor Shipping Charges |
$65.11 |
| State Sales Tax |
$45.59 |
| 3rd Party Payment Processing Fee |
$9.77 |
| Postage / Processing for Donor Thank-You Package |
$9.00 |
| Project Subtotal |
$780.73 |
| Optional Donation Towards Operating Costs |
$171.38 |
| TOTAL PROJECT COST |
$952.11 |
| Partner Funding Offer |
-$468.00 |
| 9 Donors |
-$487.24 |
| To Go |
$0.00 |
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Benjamin K. (staff member)
on Oct 6, 2008
Verified the cost of the requested technology and posted this project.
Ryan G. (associate)
on Oct 11, 2008
"I gave to this project because...I think Emily is a fantastic teacher and because being on my school newspaper was one of the most special times I had in school."
kimberly
gave
in honor of Sandra and Sammy
on Dec 1, 2008
"I gave to this project because writing and seeking information have always been important outlets for me - and I support projects like this that will help strengthen these types of opportunities for others."
Beth
from Mississippi
gave
on Dec 1, 2008
"I gave to this project because... we want these students to be able to fully participate in this journalism class and successfully produce their newspaper."
Dana & Jonathan Larkin
gave
on Dec 1, 2008
Margaret
from Chicago, IL
gave
on Dec 1, 2008
"I gave to this project because a journalism teacher changed my life when I was in high school. She helped me to learn to question, rewrite my work to make it better, and to express my opinions, even when they were unpopular. Long live school journalism!"
Donna Ladd
from
gave
on Dec 1, 2008
"I gave to this project because I support the efforts of all committed educators throughout the state of Mississippi and especially in our capital city. "
Richie
gave
on Dec 1, 2008
"I gave to this project because...I know some of the kids at Jim Hill and think they are fantastic young men and women. I hope you all get everything you need and have a great learning experience with your new school paper!"
Karen Kay
gave
on Dec 1, 2008
Christopher
gave
on Dec 1, 2008
"I gave to this project because it seems such a worthy cause for the small amount of money needed. I found out about the need through the Jackson Free Press. "
Wayne
from Flowood, MS
gave
on Dec 1, 2008
"We provided DonorsChoose.org with matching funds for projects that
improve college readiness. We believe that when all people in the
United States have the opportunity to develop their talents, our society
thrives."
gave
on Dec 1, 2008
Project fully funded!
Happy news
on Dec 1, 2008
The teacher Ms. K.
on Dec 2, 2008
Purchased the technology for Ms. K.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.
Jenni D. (staff member)
on Dec 2, 2008
"Thank you is not enough! As of August 2010, we have received our AP Stylebooks, and we have been writing like crazy! Our next goal is to obtain a laptop for our classroom since I was moved to a classroom without a computer. However, your generosity has created a beautiful spirit in our classroom, and our students feel the community does care about their futures!"
The teacher Ms. K.
on Sep 22, 2009
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