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Ms. Parham from Williamsburg, VA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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How the Word Is Passed

Help me give my students additional books to provide further accessible information on the legacy of slavery in the United States, revealing how this history continues to shape contemporary society.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Parham's classroom raised $1,179

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My Project

It provides a powerful and nuanced perspective on the history of slavery and its lasting impact. The book encourages a more truthful and inclusive understanding of American history by exploring how slavery is remembered, misremembered, and continues to shape our present. It also offers valuable resources for teachers to engage students in critical thinking and meaningful discussions about race, racism, and the ongoing legacy of slavery. The book challenges the common narrative of American history, which often overlooks or downplays the role of slavery. It encourages teachers to present a more complete and accurate picture of the past, including the experiences of enslaved people and the ongoing effects of slavery

Ms. Parham Jamestown High School Grades 9-12

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Williamsburg, VA View local requests

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

HBCU Alum 60 students impacted 11donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America • Amazon Business $15.95 60 $957.00

Materials cost

$957.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,001.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$176.71

Total project goal

$1,178.07

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,178.07

9 Donors

-$589.03

Donations toward project cost

-$500.68

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$88.35

Matching donations from our partners

-$589.04

Match offers toward project cost

-$500.68

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$88.36

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$0.00

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