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Ms. Bacik from Chicago, IL is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Read to Succeed!

Help me give my students the materials they need to achieve success.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Bacik's classroom raised $597

This project is fully funded

My Students

I am looking forward to meeting my students this year. In my first year of teaching I want to be able to provide them with all the tools necessary for success! About 20 percent of the students at my school are English language learners so I am looking forward to being a part of their journey with the knowledge I accumulated in my specialized degree program, geared towards English as a second language training.

My goal this year is to make meaningful connections with students and families.

Student learning is so much more impactful when the teacher is able to connect with students and be a relatable resource. I can't wait to see what the year has in store, and I look forward to learning alongside students and their families!

My Project

Thank you for taking the time to look at my DonorsChoose.org project. I have picked materials to start my classroom and teaching experience, that I think will benefit the learning environment. I am teaching English language arts and books that kids are interested in, is key to improving literacy and igniting passion!

My goals for English language arts this year are to find ways to get kids excited about reading and help foster an intrinsic passion for reading that will extend beyond the classroom.

Thank you for taking the time to check out my DonorsChoose.org! Everything is appreciated.

Ms. Bacik Brennemann Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

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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

30 students impacted 13donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
KC70 - Write & Wipe Lapboard - Set of 10 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $28.99 3 $86.97
Mobile File Cabinet - 18-516 in. L x 14-1316 in. W x 26 in. H • Nasco $83.95 1 $83.95
Fiction (6 Bk Set) Spanish • AKJ Education $73.23 1 $73.23
Books Featuring Girls - Grades 6-7 (10 books) • AKJ Education $67.27 1 $67.27
The First-Year Teachers Survival Guide - Third Edition • Nasco $29.95 1 $29.95
Kick Bands Desk Fidget Bands for Kids - Alternative Flexible Seating Classroom Supplies for Elementary School Students - ADHD Foot Sensory Fidgets for Classroom Desks by Solace • Amazon Business $13.99 2 $27.98
Trideer Inflated Stability Wobble Cushion with Pump, Extra Thick Core Balance Disc, Kids Wiggle Seat, Sensory Cushion for Elementary School Chair (Office & Home & Classroom) (34cm New Yellow Green) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
STD3586 - Watercolor Lesson Plan & Record Book • Lakeshore Learning Materials $15.99 1 $15.99
FG362 - File Folder Pocket Chart • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 1 $14.99
Officemate Large Incline Sorter, 8 Compartment, Wire, 8.5 x 10.375 x 12.625 Inches, Black (25212) • Amazon Business $13.23 1 $13.23
Post-It Dry-Erase Accessory Tray • Nasco $10.75 1 $10.75
SST33032 - Ceiling Grid Clips - Set of 10 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $7.79 1 $7.79
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children • AKJ Education $7.69 1 $7.69

Materials cost

$457.78

Vendor shipping charges

$12.46

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$507.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$89.49

Total project goal

$596.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$596.60

5 Donors

-$554.89

Donations toward project cost

-$485.86

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$69.03

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$16.71

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$0.00

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