Help me give my students the classroom essentials needed for large scale cross-curricular projects.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Barnes's classroom raised $390
This project is fully funded
My Project
Our students are truly exceptional, bringing a vibrant mix of learning styles and backgrounds that enrich our classroom every day. Many come from households where basic school supplies are a luxury, making the resources provided at school absolutely vital for their educational journey. Despite these challenges, they exhibit incredible enthusiasm, resilience, and a remarkable ability to adapt and thrive when given the necessary tools. They consistently demonstrate a strong desire to learn, often excelling in hands-on activities and creative projects when equipped with the right materials. This project is designed to ensure that every student has access to the fundamental supplies they need to fully participate and succeed in all aspects of their learning.
Acquiring new classroom supplies will significantly enhance student learning by fostering creativity, engagement, and organization.
Fresh notebooks, pencils, and art supplies will directly support active learning. New notebooks and writing tools will encourage more frequent note-taking, journaling, and drafting, improving literacy and critical thinking skills. A wider array of art supplies will empower students to express their understanding visually, explore new concepts through creative mediums, and develop fine motor skills. These supplies will reduce the stress associated with not having the right materials, allowing students to focus entirely on the learning task at hand and participate confidently in all classroom activities.
The overarching goal of this project is to create a more equitable and stimulating learning environment that boosts student engagement and academic achievement across the curriculum. Specifically, we aim to increase student participation in hands-on activities, enhance their ability to organize their work and thoughts, and encourage greater creative expression. By providing these essential classroom supplies, we empower our students to take ownership of their learning, explore their potential without material limitations, and develop crucial organizational and creative skills that are foundational for lifelong success.
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
Scotch Double Sided Tape with Tape Dispenser, Office and School Supplies for Arts and Crafts, Alternative to Scrapbooking Tape, 0.75 in. x 500 in., 6 Tape Rolls with 6 Tape Dispensers
• Amazon Business
$14.99
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$29.98
Elmer's School Washable School Glue, 4 oz., White (E304NR)
• Quill.com
Lichamp Masking Tape 10 Pack General Purpose Beige White Color, 0.75 inch x 55 Yards x 10 Rolls (550 Total Yards), for Painting, Home, Office, School Stationery, Arts, Crafts etc. (3004)
• Amazon Business
$18.04
1
$18.04
Double Sided Tape for Crafts, Double-Sided Tape for Arts, Scrapbook Supplies, Photography, Gifts Box, Scrapbooking, Card Making, Paper Backing, Tear-by-Hand, 6 Roll Heavy Duty Multi-Size Adhesive Tape
• Amazon Business
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