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Ms. Lopena from Ayden, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Turning Abstract Math Into Visual Learning

Help me give my students charts and posters for the opportunity to see, touch, and interact with math so abstract concepts become meaningful and accessible.

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Ms. Lopena Ayden Middle School
Ayden, NC Grades 6-8

My Project

My students learn best when math is visual, interactive, and hands-on. Magnetic graph tools and math posters will transform abstract concepts into something students can see, touch, and manipulate every day.

Magnetic graph chart sets will allow students to build graphs directly on the board—plotting points, exploring slope, comparing data, and modeling real-world situations together as a class.

Instead of watching math happen, students will actively participate by moving pieces, testing ideas, and explaining their thinking.

Math posters will provide clear, colorful visual reminders of key concepts such as graphing, operations, and problem-solving strategies. These posters will stay displayed all year long, supporting students who need repeated exposure and visual cues to build confidence and independence in math.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

70 students impacted
Ms. Lopena Ayden Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Ayden, NC View local requests

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

70 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
NewPath Learning Algebra Skills Bulletin Board Charts, Grades 6 to 8, Set of 7 - Grades 6-10 - Adult • School Specialty $35.77 1 $35.77
Giant Magnetic Graph & Array Chart • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Daydream Education Educational Math Posters – Set of 7 Algebra Posters w/Interactive Quizzes – Standard Size 16.5”x11.7” Laminated Classroom Poster for Middle School & High School –Classroom Decor • Amazon Business $29.05 1 $29.05
Sproutbrite Math Poster - PEMDAS Boho/Bright Banner for Classroom Decor - Middle & High School • Amazon Business $12.56 1 $12.56
Sproutbrite Educational Math Posters Geometry Lines Shapes Triangles Angles Mathematics Themes Classroom Banner Decorations for Teachers (Paper) • Amazon Business $12.56 1 $12.56
Sproutbrite Educational Math Posters for Middle School Inequailities Shapes Triangles Angles Mathematics Themes Classroom Banner Decorations for Teachers (Non Laminated) • Amazon Business $12.56 1 $12.56
ADOGEO Educational Math Posters (12x18) for Middle & High School Classrooms | Teacher Supplies & Teaching Aid Chart | Homeschool Decoration • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$144.48

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.58

Sales tax

 $11.27

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$191.50

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$33.79

Total project goal

$225.29

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

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 $225.29

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