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Ms. Sykas from Bridgeport, CT is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Let's Be Seen and Heard in My Classroom!

Help me give my students materials to feel like a part of a classroom family.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Sykas's classroom raised $961

This project is fully funded

My Project

The specific items requested for the classroom play a crucial role in fostering an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment.

How the Specific Items Will Make a Difference in Their Learning

Camera:

Creating a Sense of Belonging: Displaying photos of students' work and activities around the classroom helps them feel valued and part of the classroom family.

Label Maker:

Labeling supplies, cubbies, and classroom resources helps students take ownership of their space and belongings. Personalizing items with their names can make students feel seen and recognized as individuals.

Clipboards:

Flexible Learning Spaces: Clipboards allow students to work comfortably in various areas of the classroom, supporting different learning styles and needs.

Glue Sticks and Colored Paper:

These basic supplies are essential for art projects and creative assignments, which are critical for developing fine motor skills and fostering creativity.

Goals for the Project

Promote Inclusive Learning:

-Ensure that all students, regardless of their financial situation, have access to the necessary materials for participating fully in classroom activities.

-Create a Supportive and Engaging Classroom Environment:

The students come from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, bringing unique perspectives and experiences to the classroom.

Many students face significant challenges outside of school due to living in a low-income community. Despite this, they demonstrate remarkable resilience and a strong desire to learn and succeed.

These students value their school community and benefit greatly from a classroom environment where they feel seen, heard, and supported by both their peers and teachers. By providing these materials, the goal is to bridge the resource gap, ensuring that all students have the tools they need to succeed academically and feel like a valued part of their classroom family. These resources will help create a nurturing and dynamic learning environment where every student can thrive.

Ms. Sykas Edison Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Bridgeport, CT 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

20 students impacted 5donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Zink KODAK 2"x3" Premium Photo Paper (100 Sheets) Compatible with KODAK PRINTOMATIC, KODAK Smile and Step Cameras and Printers(Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $49.99 3 $149.97
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25" x 30", 30 Sheets/Pad, 6 Pads/Pack (559-VAD-6PK) • Quill.com $143.09 1 $143.09
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 500 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $40.99 3 $122.97
Itari Bluetooth Thermal Printer for Shipping Packages, 4x6 Label Printer for Small Business, Wireless Shipping Label Printer Compatible with iOS, Android, Windows, MacOS, Used for Ebay, Shopify • Amazon Business $78.99 1 $78.99
Kodak - Printomatic Instant Print Camera - Instant Digital Camera Prints on Zink 2x3" Photo Paper - Pink • Best Buy Education $59.27 1 $59.27
Scotch Matte Thermal Laminating Pouches, Ultra Clear with Matte Finish, Letter Size 8.9 in x 11.4 in, 50-Pack • Amazon Business $19.02 2 $38.04
Clipboards, HERKKA 25 Pack Plastic Clipboards Low Profile Clip Standard A4 Letter Size, Assorted Transparent Color, for Classroom and Office Use • Amazon Business $36.88 1 $36.88
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener for Colored Pencils 7-11.5mm, Fully Automatic Pencil Sharpener, Robot Pencil Sharpener, Rechargeable Hands-Free Pencil Sharpener for Large Pencils, Home, Classroom • Amazon Business $30.00 1 $30.00
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches Letter Size 3 Mil 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Staples $26.59 1 $26.59
Crayola Construction Paper - 9" x 12", 12 Assorted Colors, Pkg of 240 • Blick Art Materials $6.86 3 $20.58
Letter Tray Paper Organizer 5-Tier Desk Organizer File Organizer Paper Holder with Handle, Metal Desktop Document Shelf Tray Office Classroom Organization - Black • Amazon Business $17.50 1 $17.50
Itari 2 Inch Square Thermal Printer Sticker Labels - QR Code Labels for Storage, Circle Label Stickers Thermal Paper, Compatible with Etsy, Shopify, Ebay, Amazon, FedEx, 500 PCS/Roll, Blue-Pink • Amazon Business $11.69 1 $11.69
Linus The Little Yellow Pencil • Amazon Business $11.28 1 $11.28
Elmer's School Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., Purple, 30/Pack (2159542) • Quill.com $9.89 1 $9.89
MaxGear 24 Pack Dry Erase Erasers, Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers, Classroom Supplies, Dry Erase Board Erasers, Mini Dry Erase Eraser for Classroom, Office, Home （6 Color Set, 2 x 2 x 0.6 Inch) • Amazon Business $7.89 1 $7.89

Materials cost

$764.63

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.47

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$816.05

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$144.01

Total project goal

$960.06

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $960.06

3 Donors

-$480.03

Donations toward project cost

-$408.03

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$72.00

match offer

-$480.02

Match offer toward project cost

-$408.02

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$72.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

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 $0.00

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