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Mr. Mark from Baton Rouge, LA is requesting professional development through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Professional development

Ron Clark Academy Training

I need to attend this workshop to obtain new knowledge to help build the capacity of myself and other colleagues.

  • 1 donor
  • $2,782 still needed

expires Mar 24

  • 1 donor
  • $2,782 still needed
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My Project

Participating in the Ron Clark experience will allow me to grow professionally in ways that directly and immediately impact my scholars. The Ron Clark Academy is known for its innovative, high-energy approach to teaching, and this opportunity will give me firsthand experience with instructional strategies, engagement techniques, and classroom culture practices that transform learning environments.

By immersing myself in this training, I will strengthen my ability to create a classroom that is not only rigorous, but also joyful, creative, and culturally responsive.

I will learn new ways to build strong relationships, motivate scholars, and maintain high expectations with consistency and enthusiasm.

The knowledge and strategies I gain will be applied daily in my classroom through:

- More dynamic lessons that motivate scholars to actively participate.

- Improved classroom culture rooted in positivity, structure, and genuine connection.

- Innovative engagement techniques that support focus, curiosity, and perseverance.

- Enhanced behavior and relationship-building systems that foster respect, confidence, and community.

Ultimately, my scholars will be the greatest beneficiaries of this professional development. They will experience an environment where learning is exciting, achievement is celebrated, and every child feels seen, valued, and capable of success. This opportunity will elevate not just my teaching, but their future.

Mr. Mark Geo Prep Academy - Greater Baton Rouge K-2 Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Baton Rouge, LA View local requests

More than half 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

21 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ron Clark Academy - Package #3: Long Distance Travel to Atlanta • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $2,300.00 1 $2,300.00

Materials cost

$2,300.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $201.25

3rd party payment processing fee

$34.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,565.75

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$452.78

Total project goal

$3,018.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $3,018.53

1 Donor

-$201.25

Donations toward project cost

-$201.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$35.51

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 $2,781.76

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