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Ms. A from Richmond, VA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Exploring Culture

Help me give my students the best end of the year cultural experience!

  • $567 goal

This project expired on September 6, 2025.

This project expired on September 6, 2025.

My Project

What I love most about my students is their resilience and determination to grow, despite the challenges they've faced. Each day, they walk into the classroom ready to learn, even though many of them have had to adjust to significant changes. Before I became their teacher, my class experienced a constant turnover of educators — four different teachers in a short period of time. This instability had a major impact on both their behavior and academic performance.

Since joining them, I’ve worked hard to build consistency, trust, and high expectations.

The transformation has been incredible. My students have made a complete 360° turnaround. Their behavior has improved dramatically, their confidence is growing, and most importantly, their grades are on the rise. They are engaged, motivated, and truly beginning to see themselves as successful learners.

The resources I am requesting will not only support their continued academic growth but also provide them with a much-needed cultural experience and a well-earned celebration of how far they’ve come. These experiences are more than just rewards — they are affirmations of their progress, reflections of their hard work, and opportunities to inspire even greater achievement.

My students deserve to be seen, celebrated, and supported. Your donation helps make that possible.

Ms. A George Washington Carver Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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.

Richmond, VA View local requests

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 16 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
100 Facts About Jamaica: For Kids, Fun Facts About Jamaica, History, Sports, Attractions, Cities and Parishes, Culture, Geography and Foods of Jamaica • Amazon Business $10.99 16 $175.84
F8959 Attached Lid Ctr Green Solid IndGrdPoly • Grainger $45.51 1 $45.51
36 Pcs Tropical Pineapple Coconut Cups Plastic Hawaii Party Cups with 36 Lids and Flower Straws Hawaiian Luau Bachelorette Party Supplies Beach Party Decorations for Kids Adults Favors • Amazon Business $43.79 1 $43.79
Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit Party Supplies, 18 Bottles Tie Dye, Rainbow, 1 Count (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $18.76 2 $37.52
JAM Paper 10 1/4" Plastic Plates, Yellow, 20 Plates/Pack (10255LPYE) • Quill.com $14.36 2 $28.72
Jamaica (Blastoff! Readers: Exploring Countries: Level 5 (Library)) • Amazon Business $27.95 1 $27.95
Creative Converting 54"W x 108"L Hunter Green Plastic Tablecloths, 3 Count (DTC723124TC) • Quill.com $22.85 1 $22.85
zilue Hawaiian Party Decorations, Tropical Birthday Party Supplies Flamingo and Palm Leaves Banner Tissue Paper Fan Pineapple Honeycomb Ball for Summer Luau Bachelorette Party • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks 0.8 oz. 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $11.99 1 $11.99
ANLEY Pack of 2 Fly Breeze 3x5 Foot Jamaica Flag - Vivid Color and Fade proof - Canvas Header and Double Stitched - Jamaican National Flags Polyester with Brass Grommets 3 X 5 Ft • Amazon Business $10.95 1 $10.95
Creative Converting Touch of Color Beverage Napkin, 2-ply, School Bus Yellow, 150 Napkins/Pack (DTC801021BBNAP) • Quill.com $9.17 1 $9.17
Lotus Biscoff Cookies, Caramelized Biscuit Cookie Snack, Dispenser Box (20 sleeves of 2 extra large cookies) Vegan, 0.9 Ounce (Pack of 20) • Amazon Business $7.68 1 $7.68
GYA 7x5ft Tropical Beach Background Photo Props for Studio,Wedding,Party Photography Backdrops Vinyl • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$444.95

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$481.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$84.99

Total project goal

$566.61

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