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Ms. Ferguson from Bronx, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Back to Basics: Essential Supplies for Bright Minds!

Help me give my students writing supplies and headphones to be able to focus on their work individually with no distractions.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ferguson's classroom raised $169

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

My students are curious, resilient, and full of potential. They face significant challenges outside the classroom, yet they show up eager to learn and grow every day. Despite limited resources, they persevere and work together to build a supportive, engaging classroom community. Their determination and creativity inspire me daily, and I want to ensure they have the tools they need to succeed.

This project will provide my students with essential supplies: headphones, looseleaf paper, and a pencil sharpener.

These items may seem basic, but they will make a world of difference in their learning experience. The headphones will allow students to focus during independent and small-group learning activities, such as watching educational videos, engaging in online simulations, and accessing personalized digital content. Looseleaf paper will help them stay organized and prepared, ensuring they can actively take notes, complete assignments, and participate in discussions. The pencil sharpener will keep their writing tools ready to use, minimizing disruptions and allowing them to concentrate on their tasks.

My goal with this project is to remove barriers caused by a lack of materials and create a classroom environment where all students can thrive. These supplies will not only support their academic growth but also promote independence, confidence, and organization. By having access to the tools they need, my students will be able to fully engage in learning and build skills that will serve them throughout their lives.

Every child deserves the opportunity to learn without limitations, and this project will help ensure that my students have what they need to succeed. Thank you for believing in their potential and supporting their journey.

Ms. Ferguson Intermediate School 254 Grades 6-8

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.

Bronx, 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
Yunsailing 18 Pack Classroom Headphones Bulk Student Headphones Wired Class Headphones Set for Kids School with Individually Wrapped Adjustable Over Ear Head Earbuds (Black) • Amazon Business $47.99 1 $47.99
Electric Pencil Sharpener Heavy Duty, 6 Holes, Auto Stop AFMAT Pencil Sharpeners for School, Classroom Electric Sharpener for 6-11mm Pencils, 7000 Sharpening Times, Do not Eat up Colored Pencils • Amazon Business $25.00 1 $25.00
Mead Loose Leaf Paper, Notebook Paper, Wide Ruled Filler Paper, Standard, 8 x 10.5, 200 Sheets per Pack (73183), Pack of 3 White • Amazon Business $10.43 2 $20.86
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 144 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

Materials cost

$111.84

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$143.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.33

Total project goal

$168.85

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$168.85

3 Donors

-$168.85

Donations toward project cost

-$143.52

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.33

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$0.00

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