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Mrs. Ruffner from Capitol Heights MD is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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First Year English Language Development (ESOL) Teacher- Classroom Startup

Help me give my students learning materials for language development and a welcoming learning space!

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  • $605 still needed

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This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

I'm thrilled to share that I'll be transitioning to the role of an English Language Development (formerly ESOL) teacher. I'll be working with K-2 students, including some of my former prekindergarten students, who I know to be incredibly bright and capable. It's my priority to create a classroom environment tailored to their needs, equipped with resources that facilitate their language development.

To support my students effectively, I'm seeking essential basic learning materials and decor to craft a welcoming space conducive to their growth.

Your assistance in acquiring these resources would not only benefit my students' linguistic journey but also foster a sense of belonging and comfort in our learning environment. Thank you for considering my request as I embark on this exciting new chapter in my teaching career.

Mrs. Ruffner
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Vocabulary Development Photo Card Libraries - Complete Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $119.00 1 $119.00
Lakeshore Magnetic Story Board • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 2 $59.98
Calming Blue Better Than Paper® Bulletin Board Roll • Amazon Business $17.99 2 $35.98
Marbrasse Desk Organizer with File Holder, 5-Tier Paper Letter Tray Organizer with Drawer and 2 Pen Holder, Mesh Desktop Organizer and Storage with Magazine Holder for Office Supplies(Black) • Amazon Business $33.59 1 $33.59
Better Office Products Primary Journal, Hardcover, Primary Composition Book Notebook - Grades K-2, 100 Sheet, One Subject, 9.75" x 7.5", Blue Cover-12 Pack • Amazon Business $29.20 1 $29.20
69ft Diversity Bulletin Board Borders Equality Growth Mindset Bulletin Trim Borders for School Classroom Sunday School Office Party Wall Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
SUNEE 30 Packs Oversized Reusable Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves with 2 Rings, 10 Assorted Colors 10x14 Ticket Holders, Clear Plastic Sheet Protectors, Teacher School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $19.79 1 $19.79
English-Spanish First Little Readers: Guided Reading Level C (Parent Pack): 25 Bilingual Books That are Just the Right Level for Beginning Readers • Amazon Business $17.81 1 $17.81
Marbrasse Mesh Desk Organizer, Multi-Functional Pen Holder, Desktop Stationary Organizer, Storage Rack for School Home Office Art Supplies (Mesh Pen Holder) • Amazon Business $17.59 1 $17.59
English-Spanish First Little Readers: Guided Reading Level A (Parent Pack): 25 Bilingual Books That are Just the Right Level for Beginning Readers • Amazon Business $17.48 1 $17.48
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 3x3 in, 24 Pads, 2x the Sticking Power, Supernova Neons, Bright Colors, Recyclable • Amazon Business $16.72 1 $16.72
English-Spanish First Little Readers: Guided Reading Level B (Parent Pack): 25 Bilingual Books That are Just the Right Level for Beginning Readers • Amazon Business $16.29 1 $16.29
InnoGear Essential Oil Diffuser - Upgraded Aromatherapy Humidifier with 7 Color Lights, 2 Mist Modes, Auto Off - for Home Office • Amazon Business $15.19 1 $15.19
ESL Games for the Classroom: 101 Interactive Activities to Engage Your Students with Minimal Prep • Amazon Business $14.45 1 $14.45
Essential Oils by PURE AROMA 100% Pure Oils kit- Top 6 Aromatherapy Oils Gift Set-6 Pack, 10ML(Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemon Grass, Orange, Peppermint, Tea Tree) • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
24 Pack Magnetic Clips Refrigerator Magnet Clips, Heavy Duty Fridge Magnets Clip Whiteboard Magnetic Clip, Clip Magnets for Fridge, Whiteboard, Office, School, Kitchen • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Post-it Super Sticky Lined Notes, 5 Sticky Note Pads, 4 x 6 in., School Supplies, Office Products, Sticky Notes for Vertical Surfaces, Monitors, Walls and Windows, Supernova Neons Collection • Amazon Business $9.19 1 $9.19
Zonon 13 Pcs Commonly Confused Words Posters Elementary Educational Posters Grammar Punctuation Posters English Teacher Language Arts Grammar Posters for Middle School • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
My First Bilingual Little Readers: Level A: 25 Reproducible Mini-Books in English and Spanish That Give Kids a Great Start in Reading (Teaching Resources) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
ESL - English as a Second Language: a QuickStudy Laminated Reference Guide (A Quickstudy Reference Guide) • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49
International Welcome Banners (asstd designs) Party Accessory (1 count) (2/Pkg) • Amazon Business $6.09 1 $6.09

Materials cost

$492.73

Vendor shipping charges

 $8.95

Sales tax

 $29.56

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.39

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$568.63

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$100.35

Total project goal

$668.98

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $668.98

1 Donor

-$32.16

Donations toward project cost

-$27.34

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$4.82

A family that cares about education in P.G. County match offer

-$32.16

Match offer toward project cost

-$27.34

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$4.82

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 $604.65

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