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Mrs. Siddall from Kailua Kona, HI is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Education: One Notebook at a Time

Help me give my students folders and notebooks to keep their notes and papers well organized.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Siddall's classroom raised $792

This project is fully funded

My Project

Empowering Education: One Notebook at a Time

Introduction:

Our classroom is a vibrant space where young minds explore, discover, and grow. However, providing the essential tools for learning can be a challenge. This project aims to secure donations to provide every student with the fundamental resources they need to succeed: notebooks and folders. These seemingly simple items are crucial for organization, note-taking, completing assignments, and fostering a positive learning environment. Support for this initiative will directly impact our students' ability to engage fully in their education.

The Need:

Many of our students come from families facing financial constraints, making it difficult to afford basic school supplies. Without adequate notebooks and folders, students may struggle to keep up with lessons, organize their work, and feel prepared for learning. This can lead to feelings of inadequacy and hinder their academic progress. By providing these essential materials, we can level the playing field and ensure every student has an equal opportunity to thrive.

Project Goals:

To provide every student in my 8th grade Social Studies class with one notebooks and one ten pocket organizational folder.

To foster a more organized and effective learning environment.

To reduce the financial burden on families for essential school supplies.

Impact and Benefits:

Improved Organization: Folders will help students keep their assignments and materials organized, reducing lost work and promoting responsibility.

Enhanced Note-Taking: Notebooks provide a dedicated space for students to take notes, which is crucial for understanding and retaining information.

Increased Preparedness: Having the necessary supplies will allow students to focus on learning without the added stress of lacking basic tools.

Boosted Confidence: When students have the resources they need, they feel more confident and engaged in their learning.

Mrs. Siddall Kealakehe Intermediate School Grades 6-8

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.

Kailua Kona, HI 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

120 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Seajan 8 Pcs 10 Pocket Folder Sturdy Plastic Spiral Portfolio Multi Pocket Folder Organizer Document Folders with Pocket Plastic Spiral Project Organizer for School Office (Translucent Blue) • Amazon Business $26.99 17 $458.83
Oxford Spiral Notebooks, Bulk College Ruled Spiral Notebooks for School, 1-Subject, College Ruled Paper, 70 Lined Sheets, 24 per Pack, 3-Hole Punch, Colors May Vary (65021) • Amazon Business $29.70 5 $148.50

Materials cost

$607.33

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$26.72

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$673.16

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$118.79

Total project goal

$791.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$791.95

1 Donor

-$791.95

Donations toward project cost

-$673.16

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$118.79

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$0.00

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