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Ms. Glover-Magee from Garden Grove, CA is requesting professional development through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Professional development

Professionally Growing Educator

I need materials to continue professional development. Books will be used to learn and grow professionally.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Glover-Magee's classroom raised $392

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

Books play a vital role in the professional growth of educators, serving as a cornerstone for continuous learning and development. In a field that constantly evolves with new research, methodologies, and student needs, books provide a structured and in-depth way for educators to stay current and enhance their practice.

Firstly, books offer a deep dive into specific topics.

Unlike workshops or conferences, which often provide a broad overview, books allow educators to explore subjects such as classroom management, instructional design, or specific content areas in detail. This focused approach enables educators to gain a comprehensive understanding and implement evidence-based strategies effectively.

Secondly, books expose educators to diverse perspectives and innovative ideas. Authors, often experts in their fields, share research findings, best practices, and practical examples that can challenge existing beliefs and inspire new approaches.

Thirdly, books provide a resource for ongoing reference and reflection. Teachers can revisit key concepts, strategies, and examples as needed, making books valuable tools for continuous improvement. They can also use books as a springboard for professional learning communities, facilitating discussions and collaborative exploration of new ideas.

Furthermore, incorporating hands-on activities, like using a button maker with other staff during professional development, can enhance the learning experience. This activity can foster collaboration, creativity, and a sense of community among educators. It can also provide a tangible way for staff to express their learning and share ideas, reinforcing the concepts explored in books and other professional development materials.

In essence, books empower educators to become lifelong learners, fostering a culture of continuous improvement that ultimately benefits students. They are not merely sources of information, but catalysts for growth, innovation, and enhanced teaching effectiveness, especially when combined with interactive and collaborative activities.

Ms. Glover-Magee Doig Intermediate School Grades 6-8

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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.

Garden Grove, CA 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

999 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Happizza Button Maker Machine Multiple Sizes, Pin Maker Machine 1+1.25+2.25 inch, Interchangeable Button-Models Badge Button Press Machine with 300 Sets 25+32+58mm Button Maker Supplies&Circle Cutter • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
Seeking safety A treatment Manual for PTSD and Substance Abuse (The Guilford Substance Abuse Series) • Amazon Business $51.01 1 $51.01
180 Days of Self-Care for Busy Educators (A 36-Week Plan of Low-Cost Self-Care for Teachers and Educators) • Amazon Business $19.25 1 $19.25
Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence • Amazon Business $16.40 1 $16.40
Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls • Amazon Business $15.59 1 $15.59
The Emotional Lives of Teenagers: Raising Connected, Capable, and Compassionate Adolescents • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
The Complete Art Therapy Workbook: Effective Art therapy Exercises and Techniques to Manage Anxiety, Depression, Stress and PTSD • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Restorative Practices at School: An Educator's Guided Workbook to Nurture Professional Wellness, Support Student Growth, and Build Engaged Classroom Communities (Books for Teachers) • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Joyful: The Surprising Power of Ordinary Things to Create Extraordinary Happiness • Amazon Business $11.59 1 $11.59
Bittersweet (Oprah's Book Club): How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole • Amazon Business $10.48 1 $10.48
What My Bones Know: A Memoir of Healing from Complex Trauma • Amazon Business $9.43 1 $9.43

Materials cost

$273.70

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $25.04

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$332.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$58.74

Total project goal

$391.59

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $391.59

2 Donors

-$191.38

Donations toward project cost

-$170.17

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.21

match offer

-$191.39

Match offer toward project cost

-$162.68

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.71

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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