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Ms. Griffin from Chicago, IL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help us Learn and Grow!

Help me give my students a chance by providing the basic tools like flexible seating, pencils and other items needed to learn.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Griffin's classroom raised $488

This project is fully funded

My Project

Improve academic outcomes by providing resources that cater to various learning styles.

Foster a love of learning and exploration, encouraging students to take ownership of their education.

Promote collaboration and critical thinking through interactive and hands-on experiences.

Enhance the development of digital literacy and creativity in a safe and supportive environment.

Their unwavering determination to succeed against the odds truly sets my students apart. Many come from underrepresented backgrounds, bringing stories of resilience and hope. Their ability to collaborate and support one another creates a tight-knit community in our classroom that amplifies learning. Perfecting their unique talents often leads to innovative thinking and problem-solving, significantly underscoring their potential to impact their futures.

In summary, the resources I am requesting will meet my students' immediate educational needs and inspire a lifelong love of learning. Together, we can cultivate an environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.

Ms. Griffin John Foster Dulles Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flash Furniture Dillon Faux Sherpa Refillable Bean Bag Chair, Gray (DGBEANSMSHRPGY) • Quill.com $89.99 1 $89.99
Rarlan Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils, Pre-sharpened, 500 Count Bulk Pack • Amazon Business $37.96 1 $37.96
hand2mind 20 Bead Wooden Sensory Rekenrek, Abacus for Kids Math, Math Manipulatives Kindergarten, Counting Rack for Kids, Counters for Kids Math, Educational Toys for Elementary Kids (Set of 1) • Amazon Business $6.55 5 $32.75
Blue Summit Supplies 30 Plastic Two Pocket Folders with Prongs, Assorted Color, Durable Poly 2 Pocket Folders with Clasps, Letter Size, Bulk 30 Pack • Amazon Business $30.68 1 $30.68
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener, Pencil Sharpener for Colored Pencils, Auto Stop, Super Sharp & Fast, Electric Pencil Sharpener Plug in for 6-12mm No.2/Colored Pencils/Office/Home-Gray • Amazon Business $23.50 1 $23.50
Amazon Basics 30% Recycled Multipurpose Copy Printer Paper, 8.5" x 11", 3 Reams, 1500 Count (Sheets), White • Amazon Business $23.20 1 $23.20
Attractivia Kindergarten Sight Words Magnetic Flash Cards - 52 Sturdy Large Dolch Cards for Literacy of Beginning Readers, Homeschool, Teachers and ESL • Amazon Business $23.08 1 $23.08
Attractivia 2nd Grade Sight Words Magnetic Flash Cards(Second Grade) - 46 Sturdy Large Dolch Cards for Literacy of Beginning Readers, Homeschool, Teachers and ESL • Amazon Business $21.09 1 $21.09
Attractivia 1st Grade Sight Words Magnetic Flash Cards(First Grade) - 41 Sturdy Large Dolch Cards for Literacy of Beginning Readers, Homeschool, Teachers and ESL • Amazon Business $20.10 1 $20.10
Attractivia Pre-K Sight Words Magnetic Flash Cards(Pre-Kindergarten) - 40 Sturdy Large Dolch Cards for Literacy of Beginning Readers, Homeschool, Teachers and ESL, Preschool • Amazon Business $20.10 1 $20.10
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets, 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $17.18 1 $17.18
Fuutreo Dry Erase Markers Bulk 12 Colors Whiteboard Markers Assorted Colors White Board Markers Fine Tip Dry Erase Markers Low Odor Dry Erase Pens Dry Erase Board Markers for School Office (168 Pcs) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
POP-n-Teach 100 Pop It Fidget Toy Rainbow Hundreds Chart for Kids -Counting Toys - Popits for Kids - Count to 100 Numbers - 1st Grade Classroom Must Haves- Bubble Pop Its - Big Square Sensory Toy • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Pop-n-Teach Alphabet Pop It Rainbow Fidget Toy with Letters - 1st Grade Classroom Must Haves- Round Bubble ABC Pop Its - Popits for Kids - Toddlers Poppers Sensory Learning Toy • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
School Zone - Subtraction 0-12 Flash Cards - Ages 6 and Up, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, Numbers 0-12, Math, Problem Solving, Subtraction Problems, Counting, and More • Amazon Business $3.14 1 $3.14
School Zone - Addition 0-12 Flash Cards - Ages 6 and Up, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, Numbers 0-12, Math, Problem Solving, Addition Problems, Counting, and More • Amazon Business $3.14 1 $3.14
Bostitch Twist-n-Sharp Manual Pencil Sharpener Assorted Colors (PS1-ADJ) • Staples $2.81 1 $2.81

Materials cost

$378.69

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$414.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.12

Total project goal

$487.49

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $487.49

1 Donor

-$487.49

Donations toward project cost

-$414.37

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$73.12

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