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Ms. O'Brien from Roxbury, MA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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First Year In Fourth

Help me give my students the materials they need to focus in school!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. O'Brien's classroom raised $908

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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 Project

In my classroom, incorporating specific items can significantly enhance students' ability to remain focused and improve their overall performance. Creating an environment conducive to concentration is essential for effective learning. By equipping my classroom with resources (document camera, markers and snacks) that cater to students' needs, I can help foster a more engaging and productive atmosphere.

My students are a particularly hardworking group, demonstrating great dedication to their studies.

They often show a willingness to put in the effort needed to excel. However, to maximize their potential, it is crucial to provide them with tools and resources that support their learning journey. By addressing their individual needs, I can create a more effective learning environment.

Ultimately, my goal is to empower my students to thrive academically. By making thoughtful enhancements to my classroom, I can help them stay focused and engaged, ensuring they have the best possible opportunity to succeed in their educational endeavors.

Ms. O'Brien Maurice Tobin K-8 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.

Roxbury, MA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

24 students impacted 8donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
IPEVO VZ-R Dual Mode Document Camera, 8 MegaPixels, Green • School Specialty $436.46 1 $436.46
Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers, Pack of 45 • School Specialty $48.07 1 $48.07
Crayola Ultra Clean Washable Markers (12 Boxes), Bulk Markers for Kids, 10 Broad Line Markers, Teacher Classroom Must Have • Amazon Business $41.95 1 $41.95
Welch's Fruit Snacks Mixed Fruit 8 oz 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $12.89 2 $25.78
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Lunch Snacks, On-the-Go Snacks, Original (36 Cups) • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
Crayola Colors of the World Washable Fine Line Markers - Set of 24 • Blick Art Materials $7.36 2 $14.72

Materials cost

$586.57

Vendor shipping charges

$145.69

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$771.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$136.07

Total project goal

$907.13

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$907.13

7 Donors

-$823.31

Donations toward project cost

-$707.31

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$116.00

match offer

-$75.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$63.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.25

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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$0.00

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