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Empowering Minds: a Journey Through Diverse Voices

Help me give my students an end-of-the-year incentive for transitioning from one grade level to the next to cater to learning styles and challenges, ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.

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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

At our school, we have the privilege of working with a remarkable group of students who inspire us daily with their resilience, creativity, and determination to learn. Our students, who have Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD), face unique challenges in their academic journey, but they also possess incredible strengths and talents that deserve to be nurtured and celebrated.

Our goal with this project is to provide our students with the tools and resources they need to excel in their learning journey.

Each resource we're requesting has been carefully selected to address specific areas where our students need support, and we believe that these materials will make a significant difference in their educational experience.

The books and educational materials we're requesting will serve as invaluable resources for our students with SLD. These resources will help enhance their reading skills, comprehension, and overall academic confidence. By providing engaging and accessible reading materials tailored to their individual needs, we aim to ignite a love for reading and learning in each of our students.

Our students are special because they possess a unique blend of strengths, talents, and potential waiting to be unlocked. Despite the challenges they face, they approach each day with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. They demonstrate resilience in the face of obstacles and inspire us with their determination to succeed.

With your support, we can create an inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students with SLD and help them thrive academically and beyond. Thank you for considering our project and for your commitment to supporting exceptional learners.

Ms. Mayes
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Oh, the Places You'll Go! • Amazon Business $7.38 42 $309.96

Materials cost

$309.96

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$344.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$60.81

Total project goal

$405.42

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