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Ms. Simmons from Goldsboro, NC is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Simmons's classroom raised $409

Bright Beginnings

Help me give my students the tools they need to build a strong foundation. With jumbo pencils, counting bears, guided reading books Level A-L, and primary journals, my students will strengthen their early literacy, writing, and math skills.

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Ms. Simmons Wayne STEM Academy
Goldsboro, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

My kindergarten students are curious, creative, and excited to learn every day. They come to school eager to explore new ideas, ask questions, and celebrate every achievement. I love watching their confidence grow as they become readers, writers, and problem-solvers. My goal is to provide every child with engaging, hands-on learning experiences that help them reach their full potential.

These resources will give my students the strong foundation they need to succeed.

Jumbo pencils will strengthen handwriting and fine motor skills, counting bears will build number sense through hands-on math activities, guided reading books from Levels A–L will support students at their individual reading levels, and primary journals will encourage creativity, writing, and self-expression. With your generosity, my students will gain the confidence and skills they need to become lifelong learners.

More than a third of students from low‑income households

25 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. Simmons Wayne STEM Academy Grades PreK-2

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

Goldsboro, NC View local requests

More than a third 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

25 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Scholastic First Little Readers 8 Parent Packs Complete Set - Guided Reading Level A, B, C, D, E&F, G&H, I&J, K&L • Amazon Business $130.33 1 $130.33
Dixon Ticonderoga My First Tri-Write Neon Pencils - Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $9.86 6 $59.16
Mead Primary Journal Creative Story Tablet Composition Notebook, 7.5" x 9.75", Grades K-2, 100 Sheets, 12 Pack, Assorted Colors (610052-ECM) • Amazon Business $29.51 2 $59.02
School Smart Backpack Bear Math Counters, Assorted Colors, 300 Pieces, 10.2x9x2 - Rubber - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $14.99 2 $29.98

Materials cost

$278.49

Vendor shipping charges

 $12.95

Sales tax

 $21.72

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$347.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$61.30

Total project goal

$408.64

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $408.64

1 Donor

-$408.64

Donations toward project cost

-$347.34

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$61.30

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