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Mr. Lee from Chicago, IL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Superhero Universe in the Classroom!

Help me give my students an environment in which they can escape the stress and/or trauma, they experience outside of school by transforming their classroom into a superhero adventure! Our SEL curriculum is mostly superhero based.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Lee's classroom raised $503

This project is fully funded

My Project

The social emotional learning (SEL) curriculum in my classroom is mostly centered around superhero themes. I've adopted this strategy because the majority of our kids love the hero's journey and can relate to the stories told in their favorite superhero movies and comics. These stories of heroism inspire our kids to adopt those same positive qualities and attributes of their favorite heroes. which align with our SEL core competencies

By transforming the classroom into a "superhero safe haven" for my students, we are creating a visually stimulating classroom environment that becomes an ideal atmosphere for teaching the behavioral health skills in a way that is exciting and relatable for the students.

Additionally, we are creating a calm, safe and engaging learning environment where students come to understand how mastering SEL skills help improve their overall academic performance and help them to become better people in the process!

By creating an exciting classroom environment where kids get to see their favorite superheroes and hero principles on the walls of their classroom, I'm hoping to inspire my students to adopt the traits of their favorite heroes and become empathetic, resilient and mentally healthy children as well as phenomenal scholars! Your support in realizing this vision for my classroom is much appreciated!

Mr. Lee James R Doolittle Elementary School 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 will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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
Gertmenian Marvel Indoor Area Rug - 4x6 Large, Non-Slip, Ideal for Children in Bedroom, Game Room, Classroom, Nursery, or Play Area - Captain America Shield, Navy Blue, 31097 • Amazon Business $86.22 1 $86.22
Trends International Marvel Comics The Marvel Lineup Wall Poster, 22.4L x 14.7W, Gold Framed Version • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Eureka? Marvel? Super Hero Adventure Mini Stickers, 704/Pack, 12 Packs (EU-621006-12) • Quill.com $44.99 1 $44.99
Eureka Marvel Bookmarks, 36 Per Pack, 6 Packs (EU-834021-6) • Quill.com $26.99 1 $26.99
Eureka Marvel Super Hero Adventure City Scape Deco Trim? Extra Wide Die Cut, 37 Feet Per Pack, 3 Packs (EU-845162-3) • Quill.com $19.61 1 $19.61
Eureka Marvel Motivational Poster Set Bulletin Board Set, 10/Set (EU-847094) • Quill.com $19.61 1 $19.61
Eureka Marvel? Super Hero Adventure - Welcome Bulletin Board Set, 25 pieces (EU-847042) • Quill.com $17.00 1 $17.00
Marvel Comics Mini-Books Collectible Boxed Set: A History and Facsimiles of Marvel’s Smallest Comic Books • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Eureka Marvel Characters Extra Wide Deco Trim, 3-1/4 x 37 Inches, 12 Strips - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $5.24 3 $15.72
Eureka Marvel Super Hero Adventure City Scape Trim, 3-1/4 x 37 Inches, 12 Strips - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $5.17 3 $15.51
Eureka Marvel Team of Class Super Heroes Bulletin Board Set, 27 Pieces • School Specialty $11.92 1 $11.92
Eureka Marvel Go Round, 8 Pieces, White - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $9.82 1 $9.82
Eureka Marvel Super Hero Adventure Deco Letters, 4 Inches, 223 Pieces - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $9.82 1 $9.82
Eureka Marvel Super Choices Mini Bulletin Board Set, 19 Pieces • School Specialty $8.17 1 $8.17
Juvale 60 Pack Superhero-Themed Bulletin Board Cutouts - 5x7 Inch Poster Decorations, Starburst Signs for Comic Book Birthday, School Supplies (6 Unique Designs) • Amazon Business $8.07 1 $8.07
Eureka Marvel Super Hero Adventure Self-Adhesive Nameplates, Pack of 36 - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $6.74 1 $6.74
Eureka Marvel Heroes Welcome Back to School Classroom Door Decoration 12'' x 45'' • Amazon Business $6.32 1 $6.32
Eureka Marvel Horizontal Knowledge is Our Super Power Banner, 45 x 12 Inches - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $5.17 1 $5.17
Eureka Marvel Super Hero Adventure Stickers, Pack of 120 - Grades K-12 - Adult • School Specialty $3.67 1 $3.67

Materials cost

$382.33

Vendor shipping charges

$8.65

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$426.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$75.30

Total project goal

$502.01

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$502.01

1 Donor

-$251.00

Donations toward project cost

-$213.35

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.65

match offer

-$251.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$213.35

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.65

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$0.00

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