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Ms. Mejia from Des Moines, IA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Meeting Students Where They're At

Help me give my students access to the tools they need to exit their IEP goals such as markers, binders, notebooks, and snacks.

  • $312 goal

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My Project

My students have been working hard at self-efficacy and ownership of their learning all year. The students within my classroom all have one or more IEP goals; behavior, reading, writing, math, etc. The classes I teach help students to work toward their behavior goals and reading/writing goals.

As middle schoolers, I hold my students to high standards and help them learn to take ownership of their work and learning.

My students use binders, folders, and other tools to help keep track of their progress. With your help in purchasing binders, folders, markers, and positive rewards such as snacks, it will help my students have the materials they need to be successful. I love that each of my students has the confidence to try challenging tasks and preserve in areas where they struggle.

Ms. Mejia Goodrell Middle School Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. Mejia

Des Moines, IA 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Chalkola Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Bulk Pack of 60, Thin Point White Board Markers Dry Erase Pens - Non toxic, Low odor Whiteboard Markers for Kids, Teachers, Home, Office & Back to School Supplies • Amazon Business $28.95 1 $28.95
Crayola Ultra Clean Washable Markers For School, Back To School Gifts For Kids, 40 Classic Colors • Amazon Business $17.98 1 $17.98
PP PHIMOTA Sensory Toys Set 56 Pack, Stress Relief Fidget Hand Toys for Adults and Kids, Sensory Fidget and Squeeze Widget for Relaxing Therapy - Perfect for ADHD Add Anxiety Autism • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
Crayola Crayons, Bulk School Supplies For Kids, 24 Count Crayon Box (Pack Of 6), Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $14.19 1 $14.19
Goldfish Crackers Big Smiles with Cheddar, Colors, and Pretzel Crackers, Snack Packs, 30 CT Variety Pack Box • Amazon Business $11.88 1 $11.88
Cardinal 3 Ring Binders, 1.5 Inch, Round Rings, Holds 350 Sheets, ClearVue Presentation View, Non-Stick, Assorted Colors, 4 Pack (79550) • Amazon Business $11.62 1 $11.62
Crayola Colored Pencils For Adults (50 Count), Color Pencil Set, Adult Coloring Supplies, Gifts [Amazon Exclusive] • Amazon Business $11.53 1 $11.53
Just Ask!: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Mead Spiral Notebooks, 4 Pack, 1-Subject, Wide Ruled Paper, 10-1/2" x 8", 70 Sheets per Notebook, Colors Will Vary (72873) • Amazon Business $10.69 1 $10.69
Eleven • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Oxford Folders with Pockets, Durable Plastic, Two Pocket Folders, Assorted Colors, 6 per Pack (15187) • Amazon Business $9.36 1 $9.36
I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005: A Graphic Novel (I Survived Graphic Novel #6) (I Survived Graphix) • Amazon Business $9.25 1 $9.25
The Unteachables • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Amazon Basics Low-Odor Chisel Tip Dry Erase White Board Marker, Assorted Colors - Pack of 12 • Amazon Business $8.18 1 $8.18
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 10-Pack Case of Colors, Non-Toxic, Assorted, 2 oz. Cans, Ages 2 and up, Multicolor (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
150Pcs Motivational Stickers for Kids Teens Students Teachers Planners Inspirational Quote Stickers Waterproof Vinyl Stickers for Water Bottles Laptop Scrapbook Journal, Self-Affirmation Stickers • Amazon Business $7.89 1 $7.89
Mott's Fruit Flavored Snacks, Assorted Fruit, Pouches, 0.8 oz, 40 ct • Amazon Business $7.24 1 $7.24
The Crossover Graphic Novel (The Crossover Series) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Amazon Basics White Board Eraser, Dry Erase Whiteboard Erasers for Office, Home and Classroom, Black, 4-Pack • Amazon Business $5.79 1 $5.79

Materials cost

$216.41

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $14.82

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$264.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$46.67

Total project goal

$311.15

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $311.15

1 Donor

-$311.15

Donations toward project cost

-$264.48

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$46.67

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