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Ms. Belisle from Minneapolis, MN is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Students With Collaboration and Communication Skills!

Help me give my students group work supplies to improve their communication, teamwork, leadership, and conflict resolution skills.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Belisle's classroom raised $250

This project is fully funded

My Project

Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for success in both academics and in the workforce. My high school students, many of whom are first-generation college-bound, need opportunities to build these critical skills. Whether they are working in groups to solve problems, engaging in meaningful discussions, or preparing for college and careers, students who can communicate clearly and work well with others are more likely to succeed.

Through this project, I aim to provide easel pads, markers, and wall hooks to encourage active participation, teamwork, and dialogue in the classroom.

Your support will help students engage in hands-on, collaborative projects where they can practice sharing ideas, listening to different perspectives, and working toward common goals. These experiences will not only help them succeed in school but also prepare them for the challenges of the future.

Thank you for investing in our students’ futures and helping them become confident communicators and collaborators!

Ms. Belisle Edison High School Grades 9-12

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.

Minneapolis, MN 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

240 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25 in x 30 in, White, 30 Sheets/Pad, 2 Pad/Pack, Large White Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper, Super Sticking Power (559) • Amazon Business $47.78 3 $143.34
Crayola Classic Kid's Markers, Fine Point, Assorted, 10/Pack (58-7726) • Quill.com $4.25 4 $17.00
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.14 6 $12.84
20PCS Wall Hooks - Adhesive Hooks - 15lb(Max) Heavy Duty Adhesive Hooks, Command Hooks for Hanging, Reusable Sticky Stainless Steel Hook, Waterproof, Apply for Kitchen, Bedroom, Bathroom • Amazon Business $5.89 1 $5.89

Materials cost

$179.07

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$211.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$37.37

Total project goal

$249.13

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$249.13

2 Donors

-$249.13

Donations toward project cost

-$211.76

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.37

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$0.00

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