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Ms. Benoit from Chicago, IL is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Self Reflection for College Direction

My students need journals for not only creative expression but to explore the depths of their character and experience, to break free from core-content related curriculum and delve into the social-emotional learning experience.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Benoit's classroom raised $522

This project is fully funded

My Students

I currently teach a cohort of students through "OneGoal", a college preparation program that follows students for three years. We follow the steps that it takes to prepare for college, apply for college, and persist through college with intensive supports and lots of deliberate planning. Our school is situated on the South Side of Chicago, nearby a gentrifying area with new neighbors that are quick to write off our school as "not good enough"- however, inside our building we know about the momentum of ambition coupled with rigorous academics, and how our students are striving and achieving greatness in a variety of facets.

My students are scholars, athletes, activists, leaders, friends and ultimately they are teenagers who are becoming champions of their individual selves.

As we progress through the college application process, we realize that careful introspection is very important as a means for self-growth, but also in helping to determine future goals.

My Project

I have selected a variety of exploratory journals for my students- I want them to have a space to work through their thoughts and identity. I personally, find it very inspiring to not only have reflective prompts, but to also have space to doodle, list, and create in my journal. For example, "Wreck this Journal" and "Start Where You Are" are journals that allow the author to interact with each page- by pairing quotes and reflective activities. These prompts will spark motivation in my students beyond simply writing about a day's experience.

Our class will use the requested materials each week on Monday for our "Motivational and Meditation Monday" lessons.

They will reflect on themselves and delve into college preparation by reviewing books that give pre-college students insights into the college consideration process. We will work with book partners and the pairs will each read a book and create a mini guide of must-know information from that particular book. We want our class to have the best advantage and preparation for college that is possible! Books like "Beckham's Guide to Scholarships for Black and Minority Students: More Than 1000 Sources of Private Aid" will connect my students with additional resources to help make college persistence a reality. "The Next Level: Six Perspectives on the College Choice Process of Student Athletes" will guide several of my students who are well on their way to become Division 1 athletes. I want my students to feel not only successful but secure in their college decisions. All resources listed below tap into needs that break beyond the general curriculum and challenge my students to be very intentional about the next step of their life and education.

Ms. Benoit Wendell Phillips Academy High School Grades 9-12

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Start Where You Are: A Journal for Self-Exploration • Amazon Business $13.14 5 $65.70
This Time Next Year: 365 Days of Exploration (Interactive Journal) • Amazon Business $10.83 4 $43.32
I Am Here Now: A Creative Mindfulness Guide and Journal • Amazon Business $10.87 3 $32.61
365 Gratitude journal for men: 52 Weeks Gratitude Journal Diary Notebook Daily with Prompt. Guide To Cultivate An Attitude Of Gratitude. Personalized ... (Self-Exploration Happiness Life) (Volume 5) • Amazon Business $6.29 5 $31.45
Practice You: A Journal • Amazon Business $11.56 2 $23.12
Present, Not Perfect: A Journal for Slowing Down, Letting Go, and Loving Who You Are • Amazon Business $10.19 2 $20.38
Wreck This Journal (Red) Expanded Ed. • Amazon Business $9.28 2 $18.56
Wreck This Journal Everywhere • Amazon Business $9.00 2 $18.00
Beckham's Guide to Scholarships for Black and Minority Students: More Than 1000 Sources of Private Aid • Amazon Business $17.95 1 $17.95
The Next Level: Six Perspectives on the College Choice Process of Student Athletes • Amazon Business $17.95 1 $17.95
Black College Student Survival Guide • Amazon Business $16.34 1 $16.34
Wreck This Journal (Duct Tape) Expanded Ed. • Amazon Business $8.09 2 $16.18
Good Days Start With Gratitude: A 52 Week Guide To Cultivate An Attitude Of Gratitude: Gratitude Journal • Amazon Business $6.29 2 $12.58
Thriving at College: Make Great Friends, Keep Your Faith, and Get Ready for the Real World! • Amazon Business $11.61 1 $11.61
The Complete Guide to the Gap Year: The Best Things to Do Between High School and College • Amazon Business $11.52 1 $11.52
Study Smart, Study Less: Earn Better Grades and Higher Test Scores, Learn Study Habits That Get Fast Results, and Discover Your Study Persona • Amazon Business $10.90 1 $10.90
Everything You Need to Know Before College: A Student's Survival Guide • Amazon Business $10.90 1 $10.90
The Freshman Survival Guide: Soulful Advice for Studying, Socializing, and Everything In Between • Amazon Business $10.87 1 $10.87
The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run Into in College (Naked Roomate) • Amazon Business $10.87 1 $10.87
The Uncensored Mafia Guide for College Students: Essential Advice for Surviving College and Dorm Life. Everything I Wish I Knew Before School. • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$406.80

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$442.90

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$78.16

Total project goal

$521.06

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $521.06

2 Donors

-$484.88

Donations toward project cost

-$442.90

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$41.98

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$36.18

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