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Mr. Messura Jr. from Rochester, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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2nd Year Teaching Needs

Help me give my students more for class projects and to meet all their needs in my classroom.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Messura Jr.'s classroom raised $724

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students are curious, creative, and full of potential—but they often face barriers that limit their access to the resources they need to thrive. As a second-year teacher at an all girls school, I am passionate about building a classroom where every student feels empowered and excited to learn. The materials I am requesting—such as [e.g., flexible seating, or manipulatives]—will help create a more engaging, hands-on learning environment. These resources will allow my students to explore concepts in deeper, more meaningful ways and develop skills that will benefit them for years to come. These items help students based on their learning preferences where they can be comfortable and learn the best in this environment.

This project is about creating a classroom that matches the energy, drive, and uniqueness of my students.

My goal is to provide them with opportunities to think critically, collaborate, and grow in confidence every day. These students are incredibly resilient and bring joy, imagination, and heart into the classroom. Many of them come from diverse backgrounds and thrive when given the chance to express themselves through creative and interactive learning experiences. With your support, we can build a space that reflects their potential and fuels their success.

Mr. Messura Jr. Young Women's College Preparatory Charter School Grades 9-12

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

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Rochester, NY 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
dumos Small Standing Laptop Desk Mobile Standing Desk Manual Adjustable Home Office Desk Height from 28.5“ to 42.7" Rolling Standing Desk 48" x 65“ for Working, Meeting, Teaching, Speeching, White • Amazon Business $90.37 2 $180.74
Mobile Whiteboard, Magnetic Dry Erase Board with Stand 40x28 inch, Height Adjustable Flipchart Easel Movable with Dry Erase Markers, Magnets, Eraser (Black) • Amazon Business $119.69 1 $119.69
Crayola Fine Line Markers - Assorted Colors, Set of 200 • Blick Art Materials $73.34 1 $73.34
Konohan 32 Pack Headphones Bulk for School Student Classroom Set of Headphones Wire Headset Adjustable with 3.5 mm Jack for Adult(Light Blue, Orange, Blue, Black) • Amazon Business $39.79 1 $39.79
Crayola© Colored Pencils - Classpack© of 240 • Nasco $38.36 1 $38.36
Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1921062) • Staples $21.38 1 $21.38
HBlife Acrylic Magnetic Dry Erase Marker Holder Wall Mount, 10 Slots Whiteboard Marker Holder for Office, School and Home, Marker, Eraser and Whiteboard Cleaner Not Included, Clear • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
School Smart Railroad Board Poster Paper, 22 x 28 Inches, Assorted Colors, Pack of 25 • School Specialty $14.17 1 $14.17
LOCONHA Dry Erase Markers, 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard & Chalkboard Cleaners, Small Magnetic Erasers • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
4 Pack Stress Ball for Kids and Adults Slow Rising Balls Sensory Fidget Toy Anxiety Stress Relaxation Squeezing Balls Calming Tool, Vent Mood and Improve Focus, Squishy Ball Hand Grip Pressure Ball • Amazon Business $11.69 1 $11.69
Elmer's School Washable Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., Purple, 30/Pack (2159542) • Quill.com $10.57 1 $10.57
Expo Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Assorted Colors 8/Pack (1927524) • Staples $9.24 1 $9.24
Sooez 120 Pack Pencil Top Erasers Cap Pencil Eraser Toppers Eraser Studying Supplies for Teachers Pencil Erasers, 7 Colors • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$554.94

Vendor shipping charges

$21.37

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.32

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$614.63

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$108.46

Total project goal

$723.09

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$723.09

6 Donors

-$570.38

Donations toward project cost

-$484.83

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$85.55

Matching donations from our partners

-$152.71

Match offers toward project cost

-$129.80

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.91

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$0.00

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