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Ms. Valence from Richmond, VA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Valence’s Solo Semester Wish List

Help me give my students what they need for a successful second semester.

  • $368 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

January 30 marks the second semester and my first semester as a solo teacher. After a semester of co-teaching I am on my own for the first time. Semester one showed me what the kids (and I!) need to be successful. The tools in this project include new, more engaging lab activities, emotional regulation strategy tools like puzzles and fidget toys, and a replenishment of the materials we need for regular lessons (like post its, pencils, and broken tech!)

This Donors Choose project includes classroom essentials, lab materials, and things meant to improve students emotional health.

I’m most excited about adding tools intended to help students self regulate during down time. Emotional well-being is critical to students ability to learn. These tools will help with my final semester this year.

Ms. Valence Franklin Military Academy Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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. Valence

Richmond, VA 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

54 students impacted 21donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Hobby Rock Tumbler Kit - Includes Rough Gemstones, 4 Polishing Grits, Jewelry Fastenings, Learning Guide, Great Stem Science Kit • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
Logitech R500s Laser Presentation Remote Clicker with Dual Connectivity Bluetooth or USB for Powerpoint, Keynote, Google Slides, Wireless Presenter - Black (Class 1 Laser) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Kleenex Professional Facial Tissue for Business (21400), Flat Tissue Boxes, 36 Boxes / Case, 100 Tissues / Box, 3,600 Tissues / Case • Amazon Business $36.91 1 $36.91
Squishy Circuits Kit Electric Circuit for Kids 8-12 (Standard Kit) – Beginner Circuit Kit w/ Conductive & Insulating Dough – Electronic Kit for Kids to Make Creations Light Up, Beep & More (8+) • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Yarra-Decor Bedside Lamp with USB Port - Touch Control Table Lamp for Bedroom Wood 3 Way Dimmable Nightstand Lamp with Round Flaxen Fabric Shade for Living Room, Dorm, Home Office (LED Bulb Included) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Re-Marks Periodic Table Jigsaw Puzzle, 1000-Piece Puzzle for All Ages, Science Jigsaw Puzzle • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead - Box of 150, Bulk Box • Amazon Business $11.24 1 $11.24
Post-it Super Sticky Full Stick Notes, 3x3 in, 16 Pads, 2x the Sticking Power, Energy Boost Collection, Bright Colors (Orange, Pink, Blue, Green), Recyclable (F330-16SSAU) • Amazon Business $9.19 1 $9.19
Amazon Basics Catalog Mailing Envelopes, Peel & Seal, 6x9 Inch, Brown Kraft, 100-Pack • Amazon Business $9.03 1 $9.03
Boxgear 6pc Multicolored Fidget Toys for Kids, Boys, Girls, Adults - Best Sensory Items for Autism, Relaxation, Stress, Decompression - Squeeze, Twist, Chain Spinner Alternative Gift • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Yeetec 6 Pack 24 Links Wacky Tracks Snap and Click Fidget Toys, Finger Sensory Toys, Snake Puzzles for Stress Relief, Party Bag Fillers, Party Favours, Random Color • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$278.30

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$312.47

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$55.14

Total project goal

$367.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$367.61

1 Donor

-$367.61

Donations toward project cost

-$312.47

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$55.14

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$0.00

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