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Mrs. Steinkamp from Cedar Rapids, IA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Embrace the Journey of Growth

Help me give my students a safe and welcoming environment is essential for my students. Many lack a positive atmosphere that fosters learning. Creating this environment allows my students to feel safe and open.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Steinkamp's classroom raised $502

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students consistently display an outstanding attitude, even when encountering difficult challenges.

They approach their studies with resilience and enthusiasm, which is truly commendable.

To enhance their learning experience, I have observed that they benefit significantly from the use of visual aids. As a result, I incorporate a diverse array of resources into my lessons, including charts, videos, interactive whiteboards, and hands-on activities. This multifaceted approach not only caters to their visual learning preferences but also helps to make complex concepts more accessible and engaging, ultimately fostering a more effective and enjoyable learning environment.

Mrs. Steinkamp Johnson Steam Academy Grades 3-5

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.

Cedar Rapids, IA 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

28 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00
2 Pack LCD Writing Tablet for Kids Doodle Board 12-Inch, Electronic Drawing Tablet Drawing Pad,Notebook Boogie Tablet for Toddler Learning Toys Gift for 3 4 5 6 Years Old Boy Girl(Blue/Pink) • Amazon Business $14.99 6 $89.94
Simply magic 131+4 PCS Jumbo Blue Magnetic Base Ten Blocks for Math + Headings - Math Manipulatives, Base 10 Blocks, Place Value Manipulatives Magnets, Counters for Kids, Classroom Must Haves • Amazon Business $23.47 1 $23.47
11 Pieces Medieval Party Decorations Kit Medieval Scene Castle Decorations Set Including Stone Wall Backdrop, Door, Windows, Torch Props for Halloween Castle Party Wall Decor Accessory • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Sureio 65 Feet Border for Bulletin Board Classroom Bulletin Board Border Decoration Back to School Teacher Classroom Decoration for Elementary Kindergarten Blackboard Chalkboard Wall Decor(Dessert) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Teacher Created Resources Squiggles and Colorful Dots Die-Cut Rolled Border Trim (TCR8915) • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Mr. Sketch Scented Markers, Chisel Tip Marker, Assorted Colors, 22 Count • Amazon Business $16.87 1 $16.87
Teacher Created Resources Colorful Scalloped Die-Cut Border Trim • Amazon Business $5.99 2 $11.98
A Kid's Life During the Middle Ages (How Kids Lived) • Amazon Business $9.25 1 $9.25
Teacher Created Resources Brights 4Ever Stripes Straight Rolled Border Trim - 50ft - Decorate Bulletin Boards, Walls, Desks, Windows, Doors, Lockers, Schools, Classrooms, Homeschool & Offices • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Teacher Created Resources Colored Pencils Die-Cut Rolled Border Trim - 50ft - Decorate Bulletin Boards, Walls, Desks, Windows, Doors, Lockers, Schools, Classrooms, Homeschool & Offices • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
KUSUFEFI Double Sided Adhesive tape Heavy Duty, Double Stick Mounting (2 Rolls, Total 20FT), Clear Two Sided Wall tape Strips, Removable Poster tape for Home, Office, Car, Outdoor Use • Amazon Business $8.97 1 $8.97
Teacher Created Resources Black Polka Dots Scalloped Rolled Border Trim - 50ft - Decorate Bulletin Boards, Walls, Desks, Windows, Doors, Lockers, Schools, Classrooms, Homeschool & Offices • Amazon Business $8.56 1 $8.56
Teacher Created Resources White with Black Scalloped Die-Cut Border Trim • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
A Medieval Feast (Reading Rainbow Books) • Amazon Business $5.53 1 $5.53
What If You Had an Animal Tongue!? • Amazon Business $4.79 1 $4.79
What If You Had Animal Scales!? Or other animal coats? • Amazon Business $4.64 1 $4.64

Materials cost

$365.92

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$25.07

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.49

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$426.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$75.26

Total project goal

$501.74

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$501.74

2 Donors

-$250.87

Donations toward project cost

-$213.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.63

Matching donations from our partners

-$250.87

Match offers toward project cost

-$213.24

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.63

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$0.00

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