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Mrs. Jones from Aurora, IL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Jones’ Jazzy Journals!

Help me give my students the creative, and necessary, supplies they need to make year long interactive journals for Language Arts class.

  • $331 goal

This project expired on November 21, 2025.

This project expired on November 21, 2025.

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This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Dear Donors,

Daily journal writing allows students to gain many important skills that they will use throughout their lifetime.

First, journaling enhances students’ creative writing skills. Next, journaling encourages self-expression and creativity. Also, daily journaling increases a child’s critical thinking skills. It also builds confidence and self-esteem. Lastly, journals promote emotional intelligence and a healthy well being. Students who journal and share their feelings are happier and more apt to share issues or problems with a trusted adult.

As you can see, journals aren’t just for Language Arts, they mean so much more. Especially to my students whose lives are challenged in so many different ways. Your generous donations will help many children not just academically, but in a more personal way as well. Our goal is to create an interactive journal that we can use the entire school year.

Thank you.

Mrs. Jones.

Mrs. Jones Henry W Cowherd Middle School Grades 6-8

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Aurora, IL 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

70 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 500 Pack - Pre-sharpened pencils #2 Wood-Cased Yellow Sharpened Pencils for Kids with Latex-Free Eraser Top for Office and Classroom Supplies. • Amazon Business $31.99 5 $159.95
Crayola Broad Line Markers Classpack (256 Ct), Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Kids Markers For School, Teacher Classroom Must Have Art Supplies • Amazon Business $64.39 1 $64.39
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor Ink, Assorted Fashion Colors, Chisel Tip, 40 Count • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99

Materials cost

$247.33

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$281.04

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$49.60

Total project goal

$330.64

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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