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Mrs. Degree from Yonkers, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building a Montessori Mind...

Help me give my students the passion for learning using the Montessori approach that will encourage their curiosity and independence.

  • $380 goal

This project expired on April 19, 2025.

This project expired on April 19, 2025.

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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

Hi!

Every day, I am privileged to guide our students as they explore and learn through the Montessori method.

This hands-on approach encourages curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love for learning.

To enrich this educational journey, I am reaching out to seek your support. We currently need additional Montessori materials to better serve our students and provide them with the tools they need to thrive. These materials are essential for fostering their development across academic, social, and practical life skills.

Your contribution will make a significant impact on the learning experiences of our students.

With your help, we can continue to create a classroom environment that inspires exploration and nurtures the unique potential of each child.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to invest in the future of our students. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on their educational journey, and we are deeply grateful for your support.

Mrs. Degree Yonkers Montessori 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.

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Yonkers, 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

23 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Mobile Whiteboard, Magnetic Dry Erase Board with Stand 40x28 inch, Height Adjustable Flipchart Easel Movable Rolling Stand White Board on Wheels with Dry Erase Markers, Magnets, Eraser (Black) • Amazon Business $122.39 1 $122.39
102PCS Magnetic Tiles Building Blocks Stem Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls Montessori Toys Toddler Kids Gifts Parents Approved Sensory Toys • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
UMBWORLD Wooden Toys Hundred Board Montessori 1-100 Consecutive Numbers Educational Game Early Childhood Toy for Kids with Storage Bag (Counting & Math) • Amazon Business $8.89 3 $26.67
Kghios Montessori Toys Materials for Toddlers BusyBoard,Busy Board Learn to Dress Board Early Learning Basic Life Skills - Zip, Snap, Button, Buckle, Lace & Tie Educational Tools Preschool Learning • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Set of 155 Wooden Pattern Blocks Geometric Manipulative Shape Puzzle Kindergarten Graphical Classic Educational Montessori Tangram Toys for Kids Ages 3+ Jigsaw Puzzles Gift with 24 Pcs Design Cards • Amazon Business $10.94 2 $21.88
Aizweb Sentence Building,Sight Word Games for Kindergarten 1st 2nd Grade Classroom Must Haves,Montessori Phonics Reading Learning Games,Speech Therapy Special Education Manipulative Toy for Teacher • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
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
Crayola Construction Paper - 9" x 12", 12 Assorted Colors, Pkg of 240 • Blick Art Materials $6.94 2 $13.88

Materials cost

$278.78

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$322.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$56.98

Total project goal

$379.89

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