Help me give my students basic consumable supplies to support their classroom participation.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ritchie's classroom raised $518
This project is fully funded
My Project
Special doesn't begin to describe my students. They are filled with strength, perseverance, and ambition! 100% of my students are newcomers to the USA and are starting their journey in Albemarle County, Virginia. As new students in America, they often arrive without the supplies needed to be successful in school. This project will provide pencils, paper, folders, notebooks, and other basic supplies needed for newcomers to be prepared for high school. We are receiving a consistent stream of new students and need consumable materials for our new students. I teach ESOL, reading, and writing to a diverse group of teens. Some are attending school for the VERY first time, others did not have access to years of formal education. They all need a fresh start and they all have great stories to share. They need tools and materials to engage in their learning.
It is an amazing joy to learn alongside my newcomers.
Every day I become a better person and teacher because my students are I are invested in each other's growth. We share our lives with one another and through hard work and vulnerability, we all succeed. We embrace the idea that 'if it doesn't challenge you, it doesn't change you.' The activities I plan for my students seek to bridge the achievement gap that exists between them and their native English-speaking peers. These students have a lot of catching up to do and they were worth your personal investment. They have a bright future ahead that will blossom with our care.
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
Mead Spiral Notebook, 6 Pack, 1-Subject, College Ruled Paper, 7-1/2" x 10-1/2", 70 Sheets per Notebook, Assorted Colors (73065)
• Amazon Business
$5.96
10
$59.60
BIC® Round Stic® Xtra Life Ball Point Pen, Assorted, 240 Pack
• Amazon Business
$22.36
2
$44.72
Officygnet 3 Ring Pencil Pouch, 36 Packs Bulk Zipper Pencil Case in 6 Colors, Pencil Pouches with Clear Window for Storing School Office Supplies, Cloth Pencil Bag for 3 Hole Binder
• Amazon Business
$41.99
1
$41.99
(8 Pad) Lined Sticky Notes,3x3 Inch, Self-Stick Notes, Easy to Post for School, Office, Notebook, Pastel Yellow Color Pads/Pack
• Amazon Business
$8.88
3
$26.64
Amazon Basics Purple Washable School Glue Sticks, Dries Clear, 0.24-oz Stick,60-Pack
• Amazon Business
$12.17
2
$24.34
Kleenex On-the-Go Facial Tissues, Tissues Travel Size, 72 Packs (9 Displays of 8 Packs), 10 Tissues per Pack, 3-Ply (720 Total Tissues)
• Amazon Business
$23.99
1
$23.99
100 Pack Bulk Pencil Sharpeners - Double Hole Sharpener for Classroom Supplies, Manual Pencil Sharpener for Kids, Colored Pencil Sharpener for School Supplies. Handheld Pencil and Crayon Sharpener
• Amazon Business
$23.51
1
$23.51
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 3x3 in, 24 Pads, 2x the Sticking Power, Supernova Neons, Bright Colors, Recyclable(654-24SSMIA-CP)
• Amazon Business
$22.99
1
$22.99
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead - Box of 150, Bulk Box
• Amazon Business
$10.70
2
$21.40
2 Pocket Glossy Laminated RED Paper Folders, Letter Size, Red Paper Portfolios by Better Office Products, Box of 25 Red Folders
• Amazon Business
$19.79
1
$19.79
2 Pocket Glossy Laminated Dark Green Paper Folders, Box of 25, Letter Size, Dark Green Paper Portfolios by Better Office Products
• Amazon Business
$19.79
1
$19.79
2 Pocket Glossy Laminated Blue Paper Folders, Letter Size, Blue Paper Portfolios by Better Office Products, Box of 25 Blue Folders
• Amazon Business
$19.79
1
$19.79
Loose Leaf Binder Rings 1-Inch（100 Pack） Office Book Rings, Nickel Plated Steel Binder Rings, Key Rings, Metal Book Rings, for School，Sliver
• Amazon Business
$7.99
2
$15.98
highlighters 60 pack, yellow highlighter,Chisel Tip Highlighter Pens, Non-toxic Odorless Quick-drying Markers for Multipurpose, Fade resistant, for classrooms and offices,A good gift for children
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
Paper Clips, Jumbo Paper Clips Assorted Size 400pcs,Large Paper Clips, Paperclips Small, Paper Clips Medium Size, Paperclips Office Supplies
• Amazon Business
$4.99
3
$14.97
U Brands Binder Clips, Medium 1-1/4-Inch Width, 1/2-Inch Paper Holding Capacity, Black and Silver Steel, 96-Count - 656U08-24
• Amazon Business
$9.19
1
$9.19
Materials cost
$403.68
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.06
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$439.74
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$77.60
Total project goal
$517.34
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$517.34
1 Donor
-$344.89
Donations toward project cost
-$293.16
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$51.73
match offer
-$172.45
Match offer toward project cost
-$146.58
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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