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Ms. McGrath from Phoenix, AZ is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Math Binders for Success!

Help me give my students the ability to build and sharpen their organizational skills for success this year and beyond.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. McGrath's classroom raised $324

This project is fully funded

My Students

Our middle school students are an awesome group of learners. They come to school full of energy with the desire to learn and better themselves - both academically and personally. As a team, we work together on both core subject content as well as character development to ensure they have the skills necessary for future success.

One word to describe my students: Resilient!

They are fighters and survivors, and they make me so proud. We are a Title I school located in a low socioeconomic area with 100% of our students receiving free breakfast and lunch. We also provide free uniforms. The student population consists of homeless students, students in group homes, historically underserved youth, and low-income families. Despite several obstacles (such as lack of resources), our students are a perfect example of ALL STUDENTS can learn and their success is proof.

My Project

Math class has begun! Our students need binders!

Binders are an essential for organizational success during the year for our middle school students.

They hold formulas, assignments, writing supplies, notes, and many other useful items. We teach "Be Responsible" as one of our core values. Having a binder allows the student to have all of his or her resources in one place. The students will also learn organizational skills and accountability from having access to binders. These life skills will help prepare them for high school in a few years and college thereafter.

Unfortunately, many of our families do not have the extra money to provide these critical new binders. It is even tougher this year for them due to the economic impact of the COVID pandemic. While this year will be challenging for our students, receiving a new binder would allow them to relax and be ready to learn! These binders will help our students most in need, ensuring a wonderful and successful academic year.

Ms. McGrath South Pointe Junior High School Grades 6-8

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.

Phoenix, AZ View local requests

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

60 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cardinal Economy 3-Ring Binders, 1", Round Rings, Holds 225 Sheets, ClearVue Presentation View, Non-Stick, White, Carton of 12 (90621) $24.87 5 $124.35
Amazon Basics 3 Ring Binder Dividers With 5 Tabs, Paper Binder Dividers, Insertable Multicolor Plastic Tabs, Pack of 12 Sets (60 Dividers Total) $13.00 5 $65.00
Sharpie 27145 Pocket Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 12-Count $5.30 5 $26.50
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead, Box of 30 $4.99 2 $9.98

Materials cost

$225.83

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$16.15

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.39

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$275.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$48.59

Total project goal

$323.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$323.96

1 Donor

-$161.97

Donations toward project cost

-$137.68

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.29

match offer

-$161.99

Match offer toward project cost

-$137.69

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.30

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$0.00

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