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Ms. McDaniel from Bristol, CT is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Tools to Track and Transform Thinking

Help me give my students the tools they need to create dynamic graphic organizers that bring their thoughts to life, connect them with their peers, and deepen their understanding of the content.

  • $408 goal

This project expired on July 26, 2025.

This project expired on July 26, 2025.

My Project

I am excited to share a project that will transform our classroom into a vibrant space for collaboration and visual learning. We are seeking funding for whiteboard easels, dry erase shapes (hexagons and rectangles), and sticky notes to help students create graphic organizers that demonstrate their thinking and connect with the content.

Why It Matters: Research shows that visual thinking and collaboration have a profound impact on students:

1. Deeper Understanding: Visual tools help clarify complex ideas and foster deeper thinking.

2. Improved Communication: Collaborative learning boosts confidence and develops essential skills like critical thinking and problem-solving.

3. Increased Engagement: Interactive visual strategies make learning more enjoyable and effective.

How You Can Help: Your support will enable our students to:

Create dynamic visual organizers to showcase their thought processes

Make meaningful connections between concepts

Collaborate effectively with peers

By contributing to this project, you'll be helping us build a more engaging and effective learning environment. Thank you for considering our request and for your dedication to enhancing education!

Ms. McDaniel Bristol Eastern High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Bristol, CT View local requests

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

80 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Mobile Dry Erase Board on Wheels - TANKEE 40 x 24 Magnetic Double Sided Whiteboard Easel, Large Reversible Rolling White Board with Aluminum Frame Standing for Office, Home, Classroom • Amazon Business $90.98 1 $90.98
i-Scream Thinking Board - Set of 6 Hexagon-Shaped Magnetic Boards in 3 Colors, Dry-Erase, for School Classrooms, Kitchens, and Offices, Home Decoration and scheduling, 7.9 x 6.8 inch • Amazon Business $15.00 4 $60.00
Reusable Dry Erase Sticky Notes - 6 Pack of 4″x4″ Whiteboard Stickers for Lists, Labels, Reminders & Decals - Adheres to Most Surfaces • Amazon Business $16.90 3 $50.70
SCRIBBLEDO 8 Pack Dry Erase Dots 11 inch Colorful Dry Erase Circles for Tables Whiteboard Wall Removable Vinyl for School Classroom Teachers Students • Amazon Business $9.85 3 $29.55
Lakeshore Write & Wipe Thin-Line Dry Erase Markers – Class Pack of White Board Markers in Bulk • Lakeshore Learning Materials $27.99 1 $27.99
Harloon 100 Pcs Dry Erase Index Cards Laminated Cards Reusable Dry Erase Note Cards Sheets Game Cards for Office to Do List(3 x 5 Inch,Multicolored) • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Oxford Dry Erase Index Cards, 3x5 Ruled, Reusable Flash Cards, Double Sided Dry & Wet Erase Cards for Gaming, Study or Vocabulary, 100-Pack (63512) • Amazon Business $7.40 2 $14.80
Zopeal 8 Packs Magnetic Cleaning Cloth Microfiber Dry Erase Eraser Magnetic Whiteboard Eraser Washable for Whiteboard Dry Erase Cloth for Home and Office, 10'' x 9.25''(Multi Colors) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$309.99

Vendor shipping charges

$1.40

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$346.04

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$61.07

Total project goal

$407.11

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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