I am a high school ELA teacher, at a single-gender male school, in a high-needs community in Atlanta. Help me create a space where our scholars feel welcome; where their creative minds can run free; and where they have a safe space to express themselves without judgment. The traditional learning environment that we once knew is not as effective as it once was.
Our scholars need visuals, encouragement, food for thought, and love.
The items in my cart were selected by my students to help create that warm and safe space to grow academically and personally, and we are asking for your help to create that space.
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
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit, Gluten Free, Bulk Pack, 1.55 oz Individual Single Serve Bags (Pack of 144)
• Amazon Business
$82.30
1
$82.30
3M Laminator Kit With Every Size Laminating Pouch
• Amazon Business
$63.87
1
$63.87
HP DeskJet 2755e Wireless Color inkjet-printer, Print, scan, copy, Easy setup, Mobile printing, Best-for home, Instant Ink with HP+,white
• Amazon Business
$59.89
1
$59.89
Power Strip Tower Wireless Charger, SUPERDANNY Surge Protector Tower, 10A 1080J Charger Station with 9 Outlets & 4 USB Ports, Extension Cord 10ft for Laptop Phone Black and Blue
• Amazon Business
$26.99
2
$53.98
BoostArea Floor Lamps for Living Room Bedroom, 9W Modern Floor Lamp with 3 Color Temperature, Simple Standing Lamp, Beige Linen Shade, On/Off Foot Switch, Tall Floor Lamp for Office, Classroom, Den
• Amazon Business
$23.35
2
$46.70
Pringles Crisps Grab 'N Go Variety Pack, Pack of 48
• School Specialty
Pop-Tarts Baked Pastry Bites, Kids Snacks, School Lunch, Frosted Strawberry (5 Boxes, 25 Pouches)
• Amazon Business
$20.95
1
$20.95
268 Pcs 5 Inch Colorful Bulletin Board Letters Combo Set, Chalkboard Alphabet Letters Numbers, Cutouts Letters Number Pack (Boho Color)
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
DAYBETTER Smart WiFi Led Lights, Tuya App Controlled, Work with Alexa and Google Assistant, Timer Schedule, RGB Strip Color Changing Décor for Bedroom Party Kitchen, 50ft
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
SkinnyPop Original Popcorn, Gluten Free, Vegan Popcorn, Non-GMO, Healthy Popcorn Snacks, Skinny Pop, 6.7oz Party Sized Bag
• Amazon Business
$3.98
4
$15.92
X3 Powder-Free Nitrile Gloves Latex Free Large Black 100/Box (BX346100)
• Staples
$11.94
1
$11.94
X3 Powder-Free Nitrile Gloves Latex Free Medium Black 100/Box (BX344100)
• Staples
$9.46
1
$9.46
Swingline 3 Hole Punch, 10 Sheet Capacity Three Hole Puncher 3 Ring, Adjustable 2-3 Hole Paper Punch, Black (74015)
• Amazon Business
$7.49
1
$7.49
Materials cost
$552.94
Vendor shipping charges
$4.04
Sales tax
$38.15
3rd party payment processing fee
$8.29
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$633.42
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$111.78
Total project goal
$745.20
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$745.20
1 Donor
-$496.80
Donations toward project cost
-$422.28
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$74.52
match offer
-$248.40
Match offer toward project cost
-$211.14
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Johnson and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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