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Ms. Edwards from Vista, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Magnetic Minds: Fueling Curiosity with Books and Educational Tools!

Help me give my students an enriched and dynamic learning experience by providing diverse books, engaging magnetic tiles, and fostering a love for literacy and creativity in our educational journey.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Edwards's classroom raised $408

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

I am thrilled to share our latest educational endeavor with you – a project aimed at enhancing the learning experience for my students through the integration of innovative tools and enriching resources.

In our classroom, I strive to create an environment that not only fosters academic growth but also sparks creativity and a love for learning.

With your support, we aim to bring in a variety of books that cater to different interests and reading levels. Diving into these literary worlds will not only improve literacy skills but also ignite the imaginations of our young learners.

In addition to books, we are excited to introduce magnetic tiles as a hands-on learning tool. These tiles will serve as a versatile resource, encouraging collaborative play and enhancing critical thinking skills. Students will have the opportunity to explore fundamental concepts in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through engaging activities that make learning both enjoyable and memorable.

Furthermore, our classroom will benefit from the addition of magnetic pouches to organize and store these valuable resources effectively. The inclusion of a crayon sharpener will ensure that our young artists always have the tools they need to express themselves creatively.

Your generous contribution to this project will empower our students and transform our classroom into a dynamic learning space. Together, we can provide a foundation for a lifelong love of learning and equip our students with the skills they need to succeed in the 21st century.

Thank you for considering our project. Your support not only impacts our current students but also leaves a lasting legacy in the lives of those who will pass through our classroom in the years to come.

Ms. Edwards Grapevine Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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.

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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
X-ACTO Crayon Pro Electric Crayon Sharpener, Electric Sharpener with SafeStart Automatic Motor, Great for Home or Schools • Amazon Business $45.90 1 $45.90
Magnetic Tiles Building Blocks for Kids, STEM Approved Educational Toys,3D Magnet Puzzles Stacking Blocks for Boys Girls,100 PCS Advanced Set with 2 Cars… • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Magnetic File Holder Magnetic Pen Holder Dry Erase Marker Holder Magnetic Paper Holder Fridge Pocket Organizer Magnetic Pockets for Whiteboard Refrigerator, Assorted Colors, 12 x 9.5 Inches (5 Pcs) • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Officemate Universal Hanging File Frame, Letter and Legal Size, Rails 24 to 27, Steel, 1 Set (91966), Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $11.62 2 $23.24
The End • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Self Adhesive Dots, Strong Adhesive 1000pcs(500 Pairs) 0.59" Diameter Sticky Back Nylon Dots, Hook & Loop Dots with Waterproof Sticky Glue Tapes, Very Suitable for Classroom, Office, Home • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Magnetic Dry Erase Pockets by Two Point (10-Pack) - Landscape - Black Clear Plastic Sleeves for Paper, Shop Ticket Holders, Job Ticket Holders, Clear Paper Sleeves, Dry Erase Sleeves • Amazon Business $18.55 1 $18.55
A Letter From Your Teacher: On the First Day of School • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
A Letter From Your Teacher: On the Last Day of School • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Scrigit Scraper No-Scratch Plastic Scraper Tool, 2 Pack - The Handy Multi-Use Scraping Tool for Removing Food, Labels, Stickers, Paint, Grease - Easy to Hold, Reaches Tight Spaces and Crevices • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Our Class is a Family (Our Class is a Family & Our School is a Family) • Amazon Business $10.79 1 $10.79
Magnetic Dots - Self Adhesive Magnet Dots (0.8" x 0.8") - Peel & Stick Magnetic Circles - Industrial Flexible Sticky Magnets - Sheets is Alternative, Stickers, Strip and Magnetic Tape (120 Pcs) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
20 Pack Fridge Refrigerator Magnets, Strong Magnetic Clips for Whiteboard, Office, Locker, Photo Displays, Heavy Duty Magnetic Clips (30mm Wide) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
RYKOMO 60 Pieces Round Whiteboard Magnets 5 Colors Refrigerator Magnets Dry Board Small Fridge Magnet Locker Magnets Cute Decorative Magnets for Whiteboard, Fridge, Home, Office, Schools(3cm) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
First Day Jitters (The Jitters Series) • Amazon Business $6.00 1 $6.00
Shapenty Mini Satin Ribbon Bows Flowers Boutique for Sewing Scrapbook Card Making Wedding Christmas Gift Girls Dress Hair Accessories Decoration Crafting, 4x4cm,50PCS (Red) • Amazon Business $5.49 1 $5.49

Materials cost

$285.86

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $26.16

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.29

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$346.31

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$61.11

Total project goal

$407.42

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $407.42

7 Donors

-$398.60

Donations toward project cost

-$346.31

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$52.29

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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