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Ms. Ellison from East Hartford, CT is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating Tomorrow's Leaders: Investing in Classroom Excellence

Help me give my students the tools they need to unlock their full potential and cultivate a lifelong love for reading and writing!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ellison's classroom raised $523

This project is fully funded

My Project

I absolutely adore my students for their boundless curiosity, their eagerness to learn, and their unique personalities that make each day in the classroom a joy. They come from diverse backgrounds and bring a richness of perspectives that enrich our learning environment. The resources I am requesting will significantly enhance their learning experiences in several ways. The reading and literacy resources I am asking for will help tailor to different reading levels and interests, they will promote literacy and a love for reading among students. Enhanced literacy skills are foundational for success across all subjects and in life beyond the classroom. The technology resources such as headphones will grant each student with access to digital resources, educational apps, and interactive learning tools. This technology will allow for personalized learning experiences tailored to individual needs, fostering a deeper engagement with the curriculum. The social emotional resources will enhance focus and allow for breaks within the classroom to ensure students are not missing out on instruction. My goal for this project is multifaceted; I aim to improve academic achievement by providing resources that cater to various learning styles and interests. I strive to reduce disparities in access to educational resources, ensuring that all students, regardless of background, have equal opportunities to learn and thrive. This project is ensuring every student has the tools they need to succeed. What makes my students truly special is their resilience and their willingness to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. They inspire me daily with their creativity, their wittiness, and their passion for engaging content. They are great kids! With the right resources, I am confident that they will continue to achieve great things and make a positive impact on their communities and beyond.

Ms. Ellison Connecticut River Academy Grades 6-8

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.

East Hartford, CT View local requests

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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
feela 48 Pack Composition Notebooks Bulk, Kraft Cover Lined Blank College Ruled Composition Travel Journals with Rainbow Spines For Women Students Business, 60 Pages, 8.3”x 5.5”, A5, 8 Colors • Amazon Business $40.79 2 $81.58
4 Book Bundle: Graphic Novels #1 - Underrepresented Authors (paperback book set) - American Born Chinese, Mexikid, Frizzy, When Stars Are Scattered • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $60.00 1 $60.00
Ticonderoga Original No 2 Pencils, Pre-Sharpened, Yellow, Pack of 240 - Wood • School Specialty $59.99 1 $59.99
Trials of Apollo, The 5Book Hardcover Boxed Set • Amazon Business $58.46 1 $58.46
20 Pack Bulk Classroom Headphones with Microphone Students Kids Wired Headphones School Class Set Headphones for School Library Computer Office Meeting Adults 3.5 Jack Universal Plug (Bright Color) • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Blue Summit Supplies 30 Plastic Two Pocket Folders with Prongs, Assorted Color, Durable Poly 2 Pocket Folders with Clasps, Letter Size with Business Card Slot, Bulk 30 Pack • Amazon Business $36.35 1 $36.35
Coloring Without Borders: Bilingual, Collaborative Coloring Book (English/Spanish teaching compassion) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $22.00 1 $22.00
Fidget Toys Set, 80 Pack Sensory Toys Party Favors Kids Autism Autistic Children, Classroom Treasure Box Chest Prizes Pinata Stuffer Gifts Small Mini Bulk Toy Carnival ADHD • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
Hanaive 12 Pcs Learning Conversation Cubes Social Emotional Learning Activities Family Dice Game Speech Therapy For Kids Teacher Family Classroom (Foam) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$402.34

Vendor shipping charges

$6.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.04

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$444.38

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$78.42

Total project goal

$522.80

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$522.80

3 Donors

-$259.20

Donations toward project cost

-$224.07

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.13

match offer

-$259.19

Match offer toward project cost

-$220.31

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$38.88

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

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$0.00

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