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Ms. Alexandra Brown from Memphis, TN is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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iXLing in Social Studies

Help me give my students iXL which is an engaging learning platform to make learning social studies fun again!

  • $1,205 goal

This project expired on October 9, 2025.

This project expired on October 9, 2025.

My Project

This year, my students have demonstrated a remarkable hunger for learning, and I am committed to providing them with the tools they need to thrive—especially in social studies, where strong content understanding and vocabulary are essential.

A subscription to IXL would be a transformative resource in helping my students master the social studies curriculum.

IXL offers a comprehensive and engaging social studies program that aligns with state standards.

Its adaptive learning platform personalizes instruction to meet each student’s needs, ensuring that all learners—whether they need support or enrichment—can achieve mastery.

One of the most impactful features of IXL is its ability to make social studies content accessible and engaging. Many students struggle with academic vocabulary and content retention. IXL addresses this by integrating vocabulary-building exercises, visuals, interactive questions, and instructional videos that reinforce key concepts in history, geography, government, and economics. These features make complex topics more digestible and memorable—far beyond what a textbook alone can offer.

Providing my students with access to IXL at both school and home would ensure continuous learning opportunities. With its engaging and rigorous content, IXL would deepen their understanding of social studies topics, strengthen their vocabulary, and foster a lifelong interest in history and civic learning.

IXL would not only support my students in meeting academic standards—it would empower them to exceed them.

Ms. Alexandra Brown Cornerstone - Lester Prep - Middle School Grades 6-8

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Memphis, TN View local requests 80 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Purchase a classroom license • iXL.com $979.00 1 $979.00

Materials cost

$979.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,023.68

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$180.65

Total project goal

$1,204.33

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