My students are inner-city teenagers who live in one of the highest child poverty areas in the state. They all qualify for free lunch and have experienced some level of food and housing insecurity in the past year. Algebra 1 doesn't always make it on their list of important things to do. But, when I give them edible rewards for making an effort and for completing assignments, suddenly that puts Algebra 1 on their radar.
Your donations will help me keep my students interested in the content.
Your donation will help me keep my students trying and succeeding in math.
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
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• Amazon Business
$11.88
1
$11.88
Goldfish Cheddar Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, 1 oz On-the-Go Snack Packs, 20 Count Box
• Amazon Business
$9.76
1
$9.76
Materials cost
$245.15
Vendor shipping charges
$3.72
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.68
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$282.55
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$49.86
Total project goal
$332.41
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$332.41
4 Donors
-$292.41
Donations toward project cost
-$248.55
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$43.86
match offer
-$40.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$34.00
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Steensma and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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