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Ms. M. from Chicago, IL is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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EXPOsure to Learning with Dry Erase Markers

My students need 4 sets of Expo dry-erase markers to practice math concepts and skills.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. M.'s classroom raised $179

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate 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.

My Students

“I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work.” ― Thomas Edison

It might be hard to imagine but my special education students have so much in common with Edison; they understand what it means to persevere in the face of failure and constantly stay positive.

I have the privilege of working with kids who come to me every day knowing they’re going work, they’re going to stumble, but they’re going to learn.

They do it with a smile on their face because eventually they get their “light bulb” moment. The moment when their faces light up with the pride of understanding and success, it’s amazing to see. My Edisons come from diverse and varied backgrounds, but despite these challenges, they don’t fail. They find 10,000 ways to learn.

My Project

My special education students use dry erase markers every day and across nearly every subject; they love them! And because of this we are always in need of fresh markers. Using dry erase markers with whiteboards and laminated organizers lets my students show what they know in a fun and environmentally friendly way.

Instead of making copy after copy of worksheets, my students are able to use dry erase markers with laminated, structured math organizers to learn new concepts and for fun activities like fact fluency races.

These supplies provide my students the opportunity to repeatedly practice important skills that are challenging for them; helping them to gain independence and confidence as learners.

Ms. M. Dawes Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

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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

120 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Expo 2 Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, 12-Pack, Black (Case of 6 Dozens, Black) • Amazon Business $39.71 1 $39.71
Expo 2 Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, 12-Pack, Black (Case of 6 Dozens, Black) • Amazon Business $39.71 1 $39.71
EXPO Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Black, 36-Count • Amazon Business $20.05 1 $20.05
EXPO Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Black, 36-Count • Amazon Business $20.05 1 $20.05

Materials cost

$119.52

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.79

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$151.31

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.70

Total project goal

$178.01

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$178.01

4 Donors

-$89.00

Donations toward project cost

-$75.65

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.35

match offer

-$89.01

Match offer toward project cost

-$75.66

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.35

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$0.00

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