Help me give my students the basics to get their in-person school year started off right.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Joshua Pietro Christian Patterson's classroom raised $995
This project is fully funded
My Students
My fellow students are the reason why I began teaching in the first place. Although it only feels like yesterday, about 7 years ago, I began my first teaching assistant position as a junior at a busy school. Assisting in a special education classroom taught me the importance of giving, rather than taking. Since then, I haven't looked back in this profession.
Only six months ago I got the call to begin a long-term substitute position.
I was able to join a school that immediately impressed me with its unity and community-based teaching. My students had left me in awe with their ability to accept me and show me the way of this new community. They truly eased my first introduction into taking on a responsibility of a whole class, which was prefixed with many long, anxious nights. For that, I will always owe my students something.
They are pre-teens and teens who enjoy being accepted, sharing interesting stories, and trying there best to figure out who they are. Many students shine with traits of creativity, strength, and perseverance. They motivate me to be a better me.
My Project
The materials I am requesting would benefit my class as a whole. Providing these materials to my classroom would allow the students to have guaranteed supplies, even if they worry they can't afford them. Being able to give them this peace of mind is what I strive to achieve, and I humbly ask for the help of others throughout this process.
The Google Cardboard VR Headsets will allow the students to experience a more realistic view of locations and scientific methods.
Colored pencils and markers are essential for demonstrating creativity in the classroom when completing projects.
The Physics circuit and electricity labs will both be implemented along with lab work to show the students first-hand how physics works in these facets.
The LED lights provide the students with comfort in the classroom.
The pencils, black pens, and blue pens will be made available to the students who don't have the materials for their day. Giving them access to these will be the foundation for completing all schoolwork throughout the year.
The 100 pack will be used to incentivize the students with positive reinforcement when attending classes.
Construction paper and composition books will give them the canvas to taking notes and completing a journal.
The Ph test kits will be incorporated in a lab that will test water in a recycled ecosystem.
More than three‑quarters 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
Google Cardboard,VR Headsets 3D Box Virtual Reality Glasses with Big Clear 3D Optical Lens and Comfortable Head Strap for All 3-6 Inch Smartphones (Yellow, 1 Pack) …
• Amazon Business
$9.99
21
$209.79
Crayola Bulk Colored Pencils, Pre-sharpened, 12 Assorted Colors, Pack of 24
• Amazon Business
$39.97
2
$79.94
Amazon Basics Classic Puresoft PU-Padded Mid-Back Office Computer Desk Chair with Armrest - Black
• Amazon Business
$74.53
1
$74.53
Teenii STEM Physics Science Lab Basic Circuit Learning Starter Kit Electricity and Magnetism Experiment for Kids Junior Senior High School Students Electromagnetism Elementary Electronics LERBOR
• Amazon Business
$49.99
1
$49.99
Hygloss Products Metallic Foil Paper for Arts & Crafts, Classroom Activities & Artists-10" x 13"-50 Sheets, 5 Each of 10 Assorted Colors
• Amazon Business
$16.15
3
$48.45
EUDAX School Physics Labs Basic Electricity Discovery Circuit and Magnetism Experiment kits for High School Students Electromagnetism Elementary Electronics
• Amazon Business
$47.99
1
$47.99
PANGTON VILLA Led Strip Lights 32.8 ft for Bedroom Room Home 5050 Kit with 24 Key Remote Control and Power Supply, 2 Roll 16.4 ft, RGB
• Amazon Business
$19.99
2
$39.98
BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencil, Medium Point (0.7 mm), 40-Count , Black
• Amazon Business
$7.05
5
$35.25
HINZER 100 Pack Animal Erasers for Kids Bulk Pull Apart Erasers 3D Puzzle Erasers Classroom Rewards and Prizes Class Treasure Box Kids Party Favors
• Amazon Business
$25.99
1
$25.99
Sweetzer & Orange Growth Mindset Posters for Middle and High School Classroom Decorations – Set of 13 Motivational Posters, Inspirational Posters and Quote Posters! 15 x 22” Large Poster Bundle
• Amazon Business
$24.95
1
$24.95
Pacon Art Street Lightweight Construction Paper, 10 Assorted Colors, 9" x 12", 500 Sheets
• Amazon Business
$8.20
3
$24.60
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Marker | Chisel Tip Markers | Whiteboard Markers, Black, 36 Count
• Amazon Business
$19.97
1
$19.97
Oxford Composition Notebooks, Wide Ruled Paper, 9-3/4" x 7-1/2", Assorted Marble Covers, 100 Sheets, 12 per Pack, Colors May Vary (63794)
• Amazon Business
$19.75
1
$19.75
API PH TEST KIT 250-Test Freshwater Aquarium Water pH Test Kit
• Amazon Business
$5.21
3
$15.63
Bostitch Personal Electric Pencil Sharpener, Blue (EPS4-BLUE)
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Chalkboard Hall Pass Lanyards School Passes Set of 6 for School Classroom Teacher Gift
• Amazon Business
$10.99
1
$10.99
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point (1.0mm), Blue, 144-Count, Great for Everyday Writing
• Amazon Business
$10.55
1
$10.55
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ball Point Pen, Black, 144-Count
• Amazon Business
$10.17
1
$10.17
Materials cost
$761.51
Vendor shipping charges
$9.00
Sales tax
$33.51
3rd party payment processing fee
$11.42
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$845.44
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$149.20
Total project goal
$994.64
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$994.64
1 Donor
-$994.64
Donations toward project cost
-$845.44
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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