Help me give my students two reliable power strips to keep their Chromebooks charged and ready for learning, a digital clock so they can manage their time effectively, and durable folders to organize their materials and foster responsibility.
$214 goal
This project expired on September 2, 2025.
This project expired on September 2, 2025.
My Project
It's truly a privilege to work with the bright, resilient, and incredibly diverse students at our school. Their eagerness to learn, their unique perspectives, and their dedication to building a new future are what inspire me every day. They bring such a rich tapestry of experiences and cultures into our classroom, creating a vibrant and dynamic learning environment.
Helping these students gain essential skills like time management, digital literacy, and organization is paramount to their success, both now and in their future endeavors.
The digital clock will be an invaluable tool allowing them to independently track activities and develop crucial self-regulation skills that many of them currently find challenging with the analog clock.
The two power strips will ensure that every student can consistently use a fully-charged Chromebook. In today's world, digital literacy is a necessity. By having reliable access to technology, my students can build vital twenty-first-century skills, engage with online resources, conduct research, and collaborate on projects, ultimately preparing them for college and the workforce.
Finally, providing folders will empower my students to take ownership of their learning by organizing their materials effectively. This seemingly simple resource will help them develop responsibility, reduce lost assignments, and create a more structured learning environment, contributing to their overall academic success and preparing them to be conscientious and organized members of our community.
Your contribution to these fundamental resources will have a tangible and lasting impact on their educational journey.
More than half 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
140 students impacted
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TXL Digital Wall Clock Large Display Auto DST, 16.5" LED Large Digital Clock with Date&Temperature, Digital Timer Clock with Remote Control, Big Wall Mounted Clock, Adjustable Brightness Alarm Clock
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• Amazon Business
$34.64
1
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Materials cost
$149.61
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.24
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$181.85
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$32.09
Total project goal
$213.94
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mr. Crossen and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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