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Ms. Murphy from Bronx, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reading Trackers for Second Grade!

Help me give my students access to reading tracker necklaces and a sensory!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Murphy's classroom raised $202

This project is fully funded

My Project

With this project, my co-teacher and I are aiming to create custom reading tracker necklaces for our students.

Each time a student finishes a book, they'll proudly add a bead to their necklace, creating a visual representation of their reading journey.

Your support for this project goes beyond beads and necklaces. It's about nurturing a lifelong love for reading, fostering accountability, and encouraging each student's unique progress. In addition, we also want to add a sensory wall to our classroom, complete with a flip-bulletin board made of sequin fabric!

Your contribution doesn't just fund a project – it creates an enriched learning environment that sparks joy and growth. Thank you for being a part of our journey!

Ms. Murphy PS 81 Robert J Christen Grades PreK-2

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.

Bronx, NY View local requests

More than a third 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

29 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sensory Wall Sequin Flip Fabric for Kids,3Yard Large Sequins Sensory Graffiti Fabric for Toddlers,Tactile Stimulation,Reversible Glitter Fabric (3 yd, Lake Blue + Silver) • Amazon Business $49.00 1 $49.00
Meavia Reversible Sequins Wall Sensory Fun Toy W/ Shape Stencils & Travel Case, Jumbo Size 40 x 27 Inches • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
17 Pcs S Hooks for Hanging, Heavy Duty S Shaped Hooks White or Silver, Kitchen Hooks, Closet Rod S Hanger Hooks for Plants, Pots, Towels and Bags, with Safety Buckle Design, 3.5 Inch • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
50-Pack Dog Tag Chain Ball Chain Necklace Bulk, Beaded Necklace Chains for Jewelry Making DIY Crafts, Military Blank Dog Tag Necklace for Men, Silver Nickel Plated Metal 24" Long 2.4mm Ball Bead Chain • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
GMMA 900 Pcs Multi-Colored Plastic Craft Perforated Beads Bulk Rainbow Hair Beads, DIY Face Mask Pony Beads for Hair,DIY Bracelet Necklace Jewelry Making Supplies (Mixed Type) • Amazon Business $8.69 1 $8.69
PLUR Happy Smiley Face Beads, 150pcs Assorted Colors Promotes Positive Creativity Perfect for use with All Types of Loose Beads Aids Children and Adults Alike in Dexterity and Fine Motor Skills • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Amaney 400pcs White Acrylic Number Beads 6x6mm Mixed Number Beads Acrylic Plastic Cube Shape Loose Beads • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
1000 Pcs 6x9mm Multi-Colored Plastic Craft Perforated Beads Bulk Rainbow Hair Beads Round with Hole, DIY Face Mask Pony Beads for Hair,DIY Bracelet Necklace Jewelry Making Supplies • Amazon Business $6.79 1 $6.79

Materials cost

$139.43

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.09

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$171.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$30.27

Total project goal

$201.79

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$201.79

2 Donors

-$128.26

Donations toward project cost

-$124.77

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.49

match offer

-$55.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$46.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$8.25

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$18.53

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

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