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Mr. Fields from Rex, GA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Increasing Literacy for Minority Students in STEM

Help me give my students tools to increase literacy in the areas of Social Studies, STEM and English Language Arts.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Fields's classroom raised $584

This project is fully funded

My Project

Please consider donating to my project aimed at increasing literacy for minority students in STEM through the implementation of literacy tools. Your contribution will directly impact the learning experiences of these students, bridging the gap between literacy and STEM education. With your support, we aim to provide specific items such as interactive reading materials, educational software, and hands-on activities tailored to enhance literacy skills within STEM disciplines. These resources will enable students to grasp complex scientific concepts more effectively, fostering a deeper understanding and passion for STEM subjects.

My goal for this project is to empower minority students by equipping them with the necessary literacy skills to excel in STEM fields, ultimately narrowing the achievement gap.

Additionally, I aim to cultivate a supportive learning environment that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity. By integrating literacy tools into STEM education, I aspire to prepare our students for future academic and professional success in an increasingly competitive and technology-driven world.

What makes my students special is their resilience, determination, and untapped potential. Despite facing various obstacles, they exhibit a remarkable eagerness to learn and succeed. Many come from underprivileged backgrounds where access to quality education and resources is limited. By investing in my project, you're not only investing in their academic growth but also in their future prospects and opportunities. Together, we can empower these students to become confident, literate, and proficient in STEM, paving the way for a brighter and more equitable future for all.

Mr. Fields Rex Mill Middle School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Rex, GA 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

110 students impacted 8donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
C Pen Text to Speech Exam Reader 2 - OCR Text to Speech Scanning Device for Tests, Reading & Literacy | 10+ Languages | Assistive Tool for Dyslexia & Learning Differences for Tests | Windows & Mac • Amazon Business $295.00 1 $295.00
Lakeshore 1/2" Highlighter Tape Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
hand2mind FingerFocus Highlighter Sets, 6/Pack (91496) • Quill.com $23.39 1 $23.39
Lavigo 60 Minute Countdown Visual Timer for Adults Kitchen Cooking Kids Study Reading Classroom Teaching and Office, Three Colors Scale Designed, Quietly Count Time Management Tool(Gray) • Amazon Business $21.49 1 $21.49
hand2mind Reading Rods Prefixes & Suffixes, Word Roots for Kids, Word Building Activities, Spelling Toys, Reading Tools for Kids, Phonemic Awareness and Phonics, Science of Reading Manipulatives • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
32 Pcs Guided Reading Strips, Windspeed Reading Trackers for Kids Clear Reading Tracker Bookmark for Children and Teacher Supply Guided, Include 8 Soft Rulers & 24 Guided Reading Tools • Amazon Business $8.29 2 $16.58

Materials cost

$427.44

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.50

Sales tax

 $29.49

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.41

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$495.84

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$87.50

Total project goal

$583.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $583.34

4 Donors

-$321.67

Donations toward project cost

-$273.42

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$48.25

Matching donations from our partners

-$261.67

Match offers toward project cost

-$222.42

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$39.25

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