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Ms. Nash from Santa Paula, CA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Books to Lead By: Developing Leadership Skills for Teens

Help me give my students inspiring books that teach character, influence, and action-driven leadership skills to empower them to make positive, lasting change.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Nash's classroom raised $494

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My Project

The books requested for my high school leadership students will play a crucial role in helping them discover and develop essential leadership principles, including character building, decision-making, and goal-setting. Without a set curriculum for our Leadership class, these resources will provide meaningful structure, guiding students through impactful lessons and hands-on activities that encourage positive choices and practical goal-setting. We’ll be using Combinations by Ed Gerety, a compelling and accessible book packed with powerful stories, actionable strategies, and leadership challenges. This book empowers teens to lead with integrity, make positive choices, and take proactive steps toward their dreams and goals. Additionally, seniors will read How to Influence People by John Maxwell, which focuses on the importance of building positive relationships and influencing others by sharing experiences and values that foster mutual growth.

My goal is to equip students with the tools to lead effectively within our school and prepare them to create positive change in society.

Through this project, I aim to inspire students to apply what they learn in real-world contexts, developing their unique leadership styles while embracing empathy, character, and collaboration.

Our students’ dedication to service, resilience, and growth mindset is what makes them exceptional. Coming from diverse backgrounds, they bring a range of perspectives that enrich our school’s leadership culture and community. They are eager to make a difference and to tackle new challenges with creativity and commitment. Your support in providing these books will empower them to reach their leadership potential, broaden their perspectives, and help them become compassionate, driven leaders. Together, we can ensure that these students thrive and contribute meaningfully within their communities and beyond.

Ms. Nash Santa Paula High School Grades 9-12

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half of 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

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Combinations: Opening the Door to Student Leadership • Amazon Business $12.28 25 $307.00
How to Influence People: Make a Difference in Your World • Amazon Business $8.99 5 $44.95

Materials cost

$351.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $32.20

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.28

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$419.43

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.02

Total project goal

$493.45

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $493.45

5 Donors

-$246.72

Donations toward project cost

-$209.71

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.01

match offer

-$246.73

Match offer toward project cost

-$209.72

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.01

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 $0.00

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