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Ms. Berte from Algona, IA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Minds Through Tech and Treats

Help me give my students an enriched learning environment that nurtures not only the academic growth but the overall well-being of our students at AMS!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Berte's classroom raised $184

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students are ROCKSTARS!! Being their teacher is a title I wear with pride. As many of you know, teachers don't just teach content. We teach and care for the whole student.

Your generous contribution will directly contribute to the success of my students, allowing me to create an enriched learning environment that nurtures not only the academic growth but also the overall well-being of our students.

I am reaching out to seek your support for an innovative classroom project designed to enhance the learning experience for my students. This "Empowering Minds Through Tech and Treats" project aims to create an engaging and conducive learning environment by incorporating technology, motivation, and nutrition.

Project components:

Amazon Alexa for Learning Assistance:

I plan to integrate Amazon Alexa into our classroom to facilitate seamless timing during activities and quizzes. Alexa will also assist in posing thought-provoking questions, and promoting interactive and dynamic learning experiences for the students.

Jolly Ranchers for Motivation:

I believe in the power of positive reinforcement, and Jolly Ranchers serve as delightful incentives to motivate and reward students for their efforts and achievements. These small treats can have a big impact on their enthusiasm for learning.

Granola Bars for Nutritional Support:

Recognizing that hunger can be a barrier to effective learning, I aim to provide granola bars to ensure our students have access to nutritious snacks when needed. This simple gesture can make a significant difference in their ability to focus and participate in class

Ms. Berte Algona Middle 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.

Algona, IA View local requests

More than a third 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

300 students impacted 8donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
JOLLY RANCHER Assorted Fruit Flavored, Christmas Candy Bulk Bag, 5 lb (360 Pieces) • Amazon Business $14.99 4 $59.96
Amazon - Echo Dot with Clock (5th Gen 2022 Release) Smart Speaker with Alexa - Cloud Blue • Best Buy Education $39.99 1 $39.99
Quaker Chewy Granola Bars, Chocolate Chip, 58 Count - Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $15.97 1 $15.97

Materials cost

$115.92

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$7.94

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$155.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.46

Total project goal

$183.06

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$183.06

6 Donors

-$180.41

Donations toward project cost

-$155.60

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.81

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.65

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$0.00

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