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Mr. Avolio from Greensboro, NC is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Count On Us: Calculators, Pencils & Confidence!

Help me give my students pencils, a class set of calculators and storage to keep us running smoothly while creating an environment where we are always equipped and ready to learn. Your donation is vital for their academic success!

  • $699 goal

This project expired on September 3, 2025.

This project expired on September 3, 2025.

My Project

As part of Teacher Appreciation Week, I’m using this opportunity not just to ask for support—but to celebrate the incredible growth my 7th grade math students have shown this year. These hardworking learners have tackled challenging topics like proportional relationships, rational numbers, and algebraic expressions with determination and resilience.

To continue building on their progress and help them prepare for their End-of-Grade (EOG) standardized tests, I’m requesting a class set of calculators, along with storage solutions and pencils.

Calculators will empower students to focus on solving problems thoughtfully, rather than getting stuck on calculations. This added confidence is especially important as we review key content and prepare for year-end assessments.

The pencils and storage will keep our classroom running smoothly and help create an environment where students are always equipped and ready to learn. Your donation not only supports their academic success—it’s also a meaningful way to recognize and encourage the progress these students have made all year long.

Thank you for helping us celebrate growth, confidence, and the power of learning!

Mr. Avolio Kiser Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Greensboro, NC 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

120 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Texas Instruments MultiView TI-30XS 16 Digit Scientific Calculator, Blue/White • Quill.com $17.10 25 $427.50
LACCHOUFEE 1000 Pack #2 Pencils Bulk Pre-sharpened Pencils with Eraser top, 2 HB Pencil for Writhing Drawing, Yellow Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk for Office, School, Teacher and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $67.99 1 $67.99
Juvale 30-Row Burlap Cell Phone Holder for Classroom, Farmhouse Designed White Numbered Hanging Pocket Organizer for Mobile Phones, Calculator Caddy, Organization (23x31 in) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99

Materials cost

$515.48

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$40.21

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$593.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$104.72

Total project goal

$698.14

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