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Mrs. Lester from Childersburg, AL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Lester's classroom raised $452

Interactive ELA Stations

Help me give my students supplies for interactive reading stations during our ELA block.

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Mrs. Lester Childersburg Elementary School
Childersburg, AL Grades 3-5

My Project

The requested storage containers and various station supplies will significantly impact my students' learning experiences as we embark on creating interactive reading lessons. In my second year with this particular group, I have come to appreciate the individual nuances of each student's learning style and needs. The storage containers, meticulously organized and labeled, will serve as a practical solution to sort station supplies based on these individual requirements. This structured approach ensures that resources are easily accessible, promoting independence and allowing students to engage more deeply with the content of the lessons.

These materials will be employed to design and implement interactive reading stations with the overarching goal of improving word knowledge, vocabulary, and comprehension skills.

The diverse supplies, ranging from manipulatives to interactive games, will cater to various learning styles, making the learning process more engaging and effective. Some supplies will be allocated for independent learning, fostering a sense of responsibility and self-directed exploration. Meanwhile, others will be utilized during small group sessions at my table, enabling targeted instruction and personalized support as I model and guide the students through the learning process.

As we navigate the challenges of testing season, my focus is not only on academic progress but also on keeping my students actively engaged. The interactive nature of the proposed lessons, coupled with the personalized approach based on their learning needs, is designed to maintain their motivation and focus during this period. By addressing individual strengths and challenges, I aim to create an environment that not only supports their academic growth but also fosters a sense of confidence and accomplishment in their learning journey.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

40 students impacted 6 donors
Mrs. Lester Childersburg Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Childersburg, AL View local requests

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

40 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Comprehension Skills Practice Cards - Gr. 3-5 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
Lakeshore Theme & Main Idea Finding Evidence Kit - Gr. 4-5 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Lakeshore Teaching Vocabulary Skills Activity Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
NewPath Learning Root Words, Prefixes, Suffixes Learning Center Game, Grades 3 to 5 - Grades 3-5 - Kids - Durable • School Specialty $37.49 1 $37.49
Lakeshore Prefixes & Suffixes Giant Activity Dice • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 1 $24.99
I Have...Who Has...? Language Arts, Grades 5-6 • Quill.com $21.99 1 $21.99
Champion Sports Beach Ball, 48 Inch Diameter - Lightweight • School Specialty $17.84 1 $17.84
School Smart Storage Box with Lid, 11 x 6 x 16 Inches, Blue • School Specialty $14.99 1 $14.99
School Smart Storage Box with Lid, 11 x 6 x 16 Inches, Red • School Specialty $14.99 1 $14.99
School Smart Storage Box with Lid, 11 x 6 x 16 Inches, Plastic, Yellow • School Specialty $14.99 1 $14.99
School Smart Storage Box with Lid, 11 x 6 x 16 Inches, Green • School Specialty $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$312.24

Vendor shipping charges

 $11.53

Sales tax

 $25.45

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$383.90

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.75

Total project goal

$451.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $451.65

4 Donors

-$267.90

Donations toward project cost

-$261.46

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.44

match offer

-$144.05

Match offer toward project cost

-$122.44

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.61

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$39.70

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 $0.00

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