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Ms. Lucas from Washington, DC is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Diverse Novels & Resources for Reading Success!

Help me give my students diverse novels and reading resources for our classes!

  • $789 goal

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My Project

We are embarking on a campaign to fund our Classroom Library and Resources initiative, aiming to enrich the literary experience for our students. Your generous donations will enable us to acquire sets of novels like "Butterfly Yellow," "Harry Potter," and "A Long Walk to Water," creating a diverse and engaging collection that caters to the varied interests and reading levels of our student body.

In addition to expanding our book offerings, your contributions will support incentives designed to promote independent reading and enhance reading comprehension strategies.

These resources are essential in cultivating a love for reading and fostering critical thinking skills, especially among our Title 1 students who may face additional challenges. By investing in our Classroom Library and Resources, you are providing valuable tools that will not only broaden the literary horizons of our students but also empower them with the skills and confidence needed for academic success.

We appreciate any support you can provide to make this initiative a reality for our students. Your generosity will contribute to creating an enriched learning environment, promoting literacy, and unlocking a world of possibilities for each student at Eastern High School. To donate and learn more about our campaign, please visit [insert donation link]. Thank you for being a vital part of our community and for championing the education and growth of our students.

Ms. Lucas Eastern Senior High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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
HARRY POTTER BOXED SET • Amazon Business $45.44 2 $90.88
The Night Diary • Amazon Business $10.38 5 $51.90
The Sun Is Also a Star • Amazon Business $9.14 5 $45.70
The Only Road • Amazon Business $8.81 5 $44.05
The Distance Between Us: Young Readers Edition • Amazon Business $8.79 5 $43.95
We Are Displaced: My Journey and Stories from Refugee Girls Around the World • Amazon Business $8.25 5 $41.25
The Lost Year: A Survival Story of the Ukrainian Famine • Amazon Business $8.24 5 $41.20
(6 Pack - Assorted) Toobaloo Auditory Feedback Phone – Accelerate Reading Fluency, Comprehension and Pronunciation with a Reading Phone. • Amazon Business $38.95 1 $38.95
Butterfly Yellow • Amazon Business $7.69 5 $38.45
A Long Walk to Water: Based on a True Story • Amazon Business $6.17 5 $30.85
Notice & Note: Strategies for Close Reading • Amazon Business $30.02 1 $30.02
El único destino (The Only Road) (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $7.20 3 $21.60
8 Pieces Dry Erase Blocks Sets Foam Blank Dice Dry Erase Cubes Wipe Write Block Teaching Aid Tool Learning Playing Game Toy with 6 Pieces Colorful Marker Pens • Amazon Business $16.69 1 $16.69
The Grammar Teacher's Activity-a-Day: 180 Ready-to-Use Lessons to Teach Grammar and Usage • Amazon Business $15.77 1 $15.77
The Reading Teacher's Word-a-Day: 180 Ready-to-Use Lessons to Expand Vocabulary, Teach Roots, and Prepare for Standardized Tests • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Reading List Bookmark Tracker 3 x 8" Personal Libraries Reading Page Cards Book Tracker Notecards Reading Log for Reading Student Lover Readers Literary Gifts,Book Accessories 50 Pcs • Amazon Business $9.59 1 $9.59
200PCS Bulk Book Stickers, Inspirational Reading Water Bottle Stickers for Kids Teens Students Teachers, Reading Lovers Book Accessories, Bookish Stickers, Vinyl Waterproof Decals • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Teacher Created Resources Small Sand Timers, 10 Minute, Pack of 4 - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $5.99 1 $5.99
LXYRDHOQPW Love Reading Stickers Pack 50Pcs Motivational Quote Book Stickers for Teens Adult and Reading Lovers Waterproof Vinyl Decals Laptop Book Water Bottle Phone Stickers (Love Reading) • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$594.81

Vendor shipping charges

$0.60

Sales tax

$35.69

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.92

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$670.02

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$118.24

Total project goal

$788.26

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$788.26

7 Donors

-$728.26

Donations toward project cost

-$619.02

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$109.24

match offer

-$60.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$51.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.00

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$0.00

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