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Ms. Sunny from Baton Rouge, LA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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All That Glitters

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Ms. Sunny Tara High School

Baton Rouge, LA Grades 9-12

My Students

In my English II honors classroom, you will meet around 26 kids who differ in socioeconomic, religious background, and ethnicity. While they vary in personal experiences, all have in common that they struggle to read and write. These foundational skills make it almost impossible to explore the literary works of so many great authors, such as Edgar Allan Poe, Lewis Caroll, and many more. Many of my students learn better when they hear the text read aloud to them.

My students are at a significant disadvantage, but I know that they can achieve great things and positively impact society with the right tools.

My students can make more real-world connections and find interest in literature when they understand major plot points and developments. You might question how students at a lower literacy rate are capable of being honors, the simple answer is that they represent those of our population that are striving to improve and overcoming obstacles despite their short comings.

My Project

For many people, the longing for material good extends beyond the needs of survival. My students will explore the concept of what drives our passion for things. My students will read various genres to contribute to the essential question, what do our possessions reveal about us? The Necklace by Guy de Maupassant and The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald contribute to the exploration of what makes something valuable.

My method of teaching will involve a blended learning model.

By giving students a copy of the book, they will read sections at home. This semester, I will focus on the importance of annotations. This skill will reinforce active reading and set students up for success in future endeavors such as college courses. I will also instill in students the importance o completing the independent study and reading for academics and fun. The hope is to provide students with a sense of accountability and responsibility. I know that students will rise to the occasion when given the tools to succeed.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

24 students impacted 2 donors

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Baton Rouge, LA
Grades 9-12
Literacy
Literature & Writing
Traditional School
Books
Distance Learning
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. Sunny Tara High 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 will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Baton Rouge, LA 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

24 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

The Great Gatsby: With a New Historical Introduction for the Classroom • Amazon Business $12.95 24 $310.80

Materials cost			$310.80
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$27.20
3rd party payment processing fee			$4.66
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$372.66
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$65.76
Total project goal			$438.42
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$438.42
1 Donor			-$186.33
Donations toward project cost			-$186.33
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$0.00
match offer			-$219.21
Match offer toward project cost			-$186.33
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$32.88
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$32.88
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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