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Ms. Poorbaugh from Mars PA is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reading Tools To Empower Readers

Help me give my students reading tools that make reading engaging and exciting!

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expires Aug 14

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Dear Donors,

We're reaching out for your support to empower struggling readers in our classrooms.

By donating pens, whisper phones, books, and an iPad docking station, you can make a significant impact on their learning journey.

Pens enable smooth writing, aiding expression and engagement. Partner whisper phones are valuable tools in literacy instruction, promoting active engagement, self-assessment, and confidence-building among students. Diverse books spark interest and expand horizons. Students are able to earn these books to keep forever as part of our Rocket Reader incentive program. An iPad docking station offers students a place to leave their iPad and limits screen time distractions.

Your contribution, no matter the size, will help our students thrive. Thank you for considering our request and for investing in their academic future.

Ms. Poorbaugh
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Pochar 8-Device Universal AC Laptop Charging Station for Multiple Laptops - Chromebook Organizer for Classroom - Fits up to 15.6'' Screensize and 1.3'' Thick(Gray) • Amazon Business $128.99 2 $257.98
Harebrain HB-WPD4 Whisper Phone Duet, Class PAK (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $84.99 1 $84.99
I Survived Series Graphic Novels Collection (6 Books) • Amazon Business $44.06 1 $44.06
3 Book Set - Graphic Novels: New Kid, Class Act, School Trip (paperback graphic novels) • MahoganyBooks $36.87 1 $36.87
Minecraft Boxed Set (Graphic Novels) • Amazon Business $32.97 1 $32.97
The Fidget Game Word Pop CVC Words Mats for Classrooms (Pack of 6) - Learn to Read in Weeks - Multisensory Reading & Phonics Interactive Tools Ideal for Pre-Kindergarten to 1st Grade • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
Paper Mate InkJoy Retractable Gel Pen Medium Point Assorted Ink 14/Pack (1951636) • Staples $14.20 1 $14.20
Paper Mate Flair Felt Pen, Medium Point, Assorted Ink, Dozen (74423) • Quill.com $13.49 1 $13.49
HORIECHALY Scratch and Sniff Stickers, 68 Sheets Scented Stickers,17 Different Scents Smelly Stickers for Kids &Teachers & Parents as Reward Stickers, Christmas Gift, Party Favor. Smelly Stickers. • Amazon Business $12.59 1 $12.59
Fox Hunt: (Dyslexie Font) Decodable Chapter Books (The Kent's Quest) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Sam Is Stuck: (Dyslexie Font) Decodable Chapter Books (The Kent's Quest) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Back To The Past: Decodable Chapter Books For Kids With Dyslexia (Kents' Quest) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
30 Pieces Cats Magnetic Bookmarks Cute Cats Magnetic Page Markers Pets Magnetic Page Clips Bookmark for Students Teachers School Home Office Reading Stationery, 15 Designs • Amazon Business $7.79 1 $7.79

Materials cost

$554.50

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.32

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$601.82

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$106.20

Total project goal

$708.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $708.02

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 $708.02

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