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Ms. Aliyah from Indianapolis, IN is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering ESL Students to Thrive: A Modern Classroom for Growth

Help me give my students alternative seating, books, snacks, and incentives.

  • $741 goal

This project expired on June 12, 2025.

This project expired on June 12, 2025.

My Project

I teach students who have come from all over the world. My ESL kids have a unique opportunity in my classroom to express their culture and speak freely without worrying about the judgment of lack of English. I would love more resources to help them learn more efficiently.

These materials will help my ESL newcomer students grow & thrive both academically and personally.

These are all tools to help me meet students' unique needs. Flexible seating options will help wiggly students focus. With more books to choose from, students will be motivated to grow in their love of literacy. The snacks and prizes will help motivate them to follow my class expectations and maintain a peaceful learning environment. The varying teacher materials will help me stay organized and able to best support my students.

Ms. Aliyah Mary Bryan Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

Never Before Funded 90 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Student Lap Desk • Lakeshore Learning Materials $99.50 1 $99.50
Kaplan Early Learning Science Exploration Books - Set of 7 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $58.46 1 $58.46
Westcott 18'' TrimAir Wood Guillotine Paper Cutter & Paper Trimmer, 30 Sheet (15108) • Amazon Business $56.90 1 $56.90
Post-it Wall Pad Easel Pad w/ Bonus Command Strips, 20 x 23 in., 2 Pads, 20 Sheets/Pad, The Original Post-it Note • Quill.com $49.02 1 $49.02
DlandHome Rolling Desk Mobile Standing Desk Mobile Side Table 23.6 Inches w/Wheels Adjustable Movable Portable Laptop Computer Stand for Bed Sofa, Black#2 • Amazon Business $39.59 1 $39.59
IRIS USA 1.4 Qt. Plastic Craft Organizers and Storage Bin with Removable Tray and Handle, 4 Pack, Bead, Sewing, Craft and Art Supply Organizer, Stackable, Portable, Clear/White • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys 40PCS • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
X-ACTO 1670 School Pro Classroom Electric Pencil Sharpener, Black/Gray • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Scotch Soft Touch Blunt Kids Scissors, 5", Stainless Steel, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $20.52 1 $20.52
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use • Amazon Business $20.36 1 $20.36
Black Forest Juicy Burst Berry Mix Fruit Snacks 32 oz. 40 Packs/Box (FER02067) • Staples $18.52 1 $18.52
ZOnFRTO 64 Packs Galaxy Putty Slime, Party Favor for Kids Girls & Boys, Adults, Non Sticky, Unscented，Stress & Anxiety Relief, Wet, Super Soft Sludge Toy • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Where Are You From? (hardcover picture book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 1 $16.00
Swingline Optima Stapler 25 Sheet Capacity Blue/Gray (66404) • Staples $15.79 1 $15.79
Stumpkin • Amazon Business $13.29 1 $13.29
SUNEE 6 Packs Oversized Reusable Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves with Binder Ring, 6 Assorted Colors 10x14 Ticket Holders, Clear Plastic Sheet Protectors, Teacher School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $6.19 2 $12.38
The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read • Amazon Business $11.10 1 $11.10
Elmer's School Washable Removable Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. White 30/Pack (E556) • Staples $10.63 1 $10.63
Jabari Jumps (paperback picture book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $10.00 1 $10.00
Post-it Notes 3 x 3 Poptimistic Collection 100 Sheet/Pad 5 Pads/Pack (6545PK) • Staples $8.17 1 $8.17
WUDIME 20 Pack Magnetic Hooks, 25 Lbs Magnetic Hook Heavy Duty, Neodymium Magnet Hooks for Refrigerator, Magnets with Hook for Cruise, Grill, Kitchen, Garage, Classroom, and Office • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Swingline Standard Staples 1/4 Length 210 Per Strip 5 000/Box 3 Boxes (S7035104) • Staples $6.33 1 $6.33

Materials cost

$575.51

Vendor shipping charges

 $14.93

Sales tax

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3rd party payment processing fee

$8.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$629.07

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$111.01

Total project goal

$740.08

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