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Ms. Danielle from Dorchester, MA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bring the Joy to School!

Help me give my students a school store! As a community we would like to reward our students for their hard work while teaching them financial literacy!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Danielle's classroom raised $1,251

This project is fully funded

My Project

At our school, we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive school culture that celebrates diversity and embraces the unique needs and experiences of all students. Our commitment to inclusivity extends to every aspect of our educational approach, including our efforts to promote social-emotional learning (SEL) and teach financial literacy. With your support, we aim to establish a school store that will serve as a hub for promoting SEL and financial literacy while catering to the diverse needs of our student population, which includes students with complex medical and cognitive needs and students who are new to the country.

Project Details:

Your generous contributions will enable us to set up and maintain our school store, including:

Inventory: We will stock the store with a variety of items, including school supplies, snacks, and spirit wear, providing students with practical goods they need while on campus.

Student Leadership Opportunities: The school store will also provide opportunities for student leadership, allowing them to take ownership of various aspects of the store's operations, such as inventory management, customer service, and marketing.

Impact: Your support of the school store will

Enhanced Social-Emotional Skills: Students will develop a greater sense of self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, and interpersonal skills through their involvement in the school store.

Improved Financial Literacy: Students will gain practical experience managing money, making informed financial decisions, and understanding the value of budgeting and saving.

Increased Student Engagement: The school store will provide a unique and exciting learning environment that encourages active participation and fosters a sense of community among students, staff, and parents.

Conclusion: Your support will make a tangible difference in the lives of our students, setting them on a path toward lifelong success. Thank you for considering our project and for your commitment to the education and empowerment of our youth.

Ms. Danielle Shaw-Taylor Elementary School (K-1) Grades 3-5

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.

Dorchester, MA 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
4 Elementary Favorites #1 (Ages 8-12): Black Boy Joy, A Good Kind of Trouble, Stamped (For Kids), Hidden Figures Young Readers' Edition (book set) • MahoganyBooks $46.00 5 $230.00
Achieve It! Diverse Perspectives - Biographies: Variety Book Pack, Grades 2 to 3, Set of 20 - Grades 2-3 - Kids • School Specialty $207.74 1 $207.74
32 Piece Mini Plush Animal Toy Set, Cute Small Animals Plush Keychain Decoration for Themed Parties, Kindergarten Gift, Teacher Student Award, Goody Bags Filler for Boys Girls Child Kid Laxdacee • Amazon Business $19.98 6 $119.88
24 Pack Small Coloring Books for Kids Ages 4-8, 2-4 - Bulk Coloring Bundle Classroom Rewards, Prizes, PreK Kindergarten Party Favors with Disney, Nick, More | Mini Activity Books for Boys, Girls • Amazon Business $16.95 5 $84.75
What if You Had Animal Parts!? 7 Book Set • Amazon Business $38.09 2 $76.18
1000pcs Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Stocking Stuffers, Birthday Gift Toys, Prize Box, Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers,Carnival Prizes • Amazon Business $36.99 2 $73.98
Little Legends: Exceptional Men in Black History (hardcover) • MahoganyBooks $16.19 3 $48.57
I Am Every Good Thing (hardcover) • MahoganyBooks $16.19 3 $48.57
Parker Looks Up: An Extraordinary Moment (hardcover) • MahoganyBooks $16.19 3 $48.57
120 PCS Animal Erasers Bulk Mini Pencil Erasers Puzzle Erasers Desk Pets Assembly Puzzle Kids Erasers for Party Favors, Classroom Students Prizes,Carnival Gifts, School Supplies • Amazon Business $21.89 1 $21.89

Materials cost

$960.13

Vendor shipping charges

 $58.34

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.40

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,062.87

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$187.57

Total project goal

$1,250.44

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,250.44

5 Donors

-$1,237.20

Donations toward project cost

-$1,062.87

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$174.33

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$13.24

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 $0.00

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