Help me give my students paper, pencils, and other essential items that will be used every day.
$537 goal
Hooray! This project is fully funded
Hooray! This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
Access to fundamental school supplies like pencils, glue sticks, erasers, notebooks, and folders is crucial for my students' academic success. These items provide them with the means to engage actively in their learning journey. Pencils and erasers serve as tools for them to put their thoughts onto paper, solve complex problems, and allow for the flexibility of making errors and learning from them. Notebooks and folders are indispensable for organizing their assignments and notes, which is key to developing study skills and learning responsibility. Moreover, utilizing glue sticks in various arts and crafts activities can spark creativity, promoting the development of critical cognitive skills like problem-solving, imagination, and spatial thinking.
However, it's important to recognize that my students come from lower-income families where procuring such basic school supplies can often present a financial burden.
They may not always have the means to replace a worn-out notebook, a spent glue stick, or lost pencils and erasers. The lack of these tools doesn't merely mean inconvenience; it can create a learning gap, as students may struggle to keep up with their peers in academic activities or homework assignments. This economic barrier can inadvertently suppress their potential, impede their progress, and diminish their self-esteem.
Therefore, ensuring that each student has these essential supplies becomes a matter of educational equity. Every child, regardless of their family's income level, should have an equal opportunity to succeed in their education. Providing these basic materials sends a powerful message to students that their education matters and they are fully equipped to learn and grow. By ensuring that all students have these supplies, we level the playing field, promote engagement, boost their confidence, and, in turn, contribute to their overall academic achievement.
Oxford Spiral Notebooks, 1-Subject, College Ruled Paper, 70 Sheets, 24 per Pack, Colors May Vary (65021)
• Amazon Business
$39.94
4
$159.76
Madisi Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils, Yellow, Pre-sharpened, Bulk Pack, 576 pencils in box
• Amazon Business
$35.69
3
$107.07
60 Packs 2 Pocket Plastic Folders Bulk 10 Colors Two Pocket Folders Heavy Duty Plastic Folders with Pockets and Card Holder Multicolor Letter Size Pocket File Folder for School Office Home
• Amazon Business
$37.99
2
$75.98
Amazon Basics Purple Washable School Glue Sticks, Dries Clear, 0.24-oz Stick,60-Pack
• Amazon Business
$12.01
2
$24.02
Amazon Basics Rectangular Eraser, 24 Count, Pink
• Amazon Business
$5.98
3
$17.94
Materials cost
$384.77
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$35.21
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.77
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$455.75
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$80.43
Total project goal
$536.18
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$536.18
3 Donors
-$265.88
Donations toward project cost
-$229.75
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$36.13
match offer
-$265.88
Match offer toward project cost
-$226.00
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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