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Unlocking the World of Reading: Engaging Young Minds

Help me give my students a well-rounded learning experience in English with materials to help them succeed.

$984 goal

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

My Project

As an educator, I believe that reading is not just a skill but a gateway to imagination, knowledge, and critical thinking. Unfortunately, many of my students lack access to diverse and engaging reading materials that can inspire them.

With diverse reading materials, we aim to provide a wide range of books that cater to various interests and reading levels, ensuring every student finds something that excites them, along with additional classroom supplies.

By incorporating interactive reading activities and discussions, we will enhance students' comprehension and encourage them to express their thoughts and opinions.

We will create a reading corner in our classroom, fostering a comfortable and inviting space where students can explore books and share their insights with peers.

Your generous contributions will help us acquire new books, reading resources, a printer, and materials that will not only enhance our reading curriculum but also create a vibrant reading culture in our classroom. By investing in our students, you're empowering them to become lifelong readers and learners.

Thank you for considering our project. Together, we can unlock the world of reading for our young minds!

Project tagged as

Fayette, MS
Grades 9-12
English Language Learning
Literature & Writing
Classroom Basics
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. Jones Jefferson County High School Grades 9-12

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 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

100 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

HP OfficeJet 8015e Wireless Color Inkjet Printer, All-In-One, Print, Scan, Copy (228F5A#B1H) • Quill.com $139.99 1 $139.99

7 Book Set: Lee & Low TEEN Mental Health Bundle #1 (ages 13-18) YA Books for Classroom Library - social emotional learning • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $99.00 1 $99.00

feela 56 Pack Composition Notebooks Bulk, Kraft Cover Lined Blank College Ruled Composition Travel Journals with Jewel Tone Spines For Women Students, 60 Pages, 8.3”x 5.5”, A5, 8 Vintage Colors • Amazon Business $48.44 2 $96.88

5 Book Set: YA Paperback Book Club (14+): The Poet X, Don't Ask Me Where I'm From, Finding Langston, The Best At It, Simon vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $76.00 1 $76.00

Crayola Combo Classpack Kids' Crayon/Marker Set Broad Assorted Colors 256/Carton (52-3349) • Staples $63.38 1 $63.38

Staples White Box 8.5 x 11 Copy Paper 20 lbs. 92 Brightness White 5000 Sheets/Carton (324791/200230) • Staples $45.99 1 $45.99

Ultimate Variety Sampler Care Package - Gift Package, Snacks, Chips, Cookies, Bars, Candies, Nuts Gift Box, Great for HALLOWEEN, Christmas, Thanks Giving, Office Meetings ,Friends & Family, Military,College Students (50 Count) • Amazon Business $35.97 1 $35.97

BIC PENS Bulk Pack of 240 Ink Pens, Bic Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint , Medium point 1.0 mm, 120 Black & 120 Blue Bic Pens Combo Pack in Bulk • Amazon Business $34.80 1 $34.80

Shuttle Art 360 PCS Colored Pencils Bulk, 12 Assorted Colors, Pack of 30, Break-resistant, Pre-sharpened Colored Pencils for Kids, Bulk Pack School Supplies for Teachers & Students • Amazon Business $29.98 1 $29.98

Pacon PAC3370 Heavy Duty Anchor Chart Paper, Unruled, 27" Width, 34" Length, 25 Sheets, Limited Edition, White • Amazon Business $28.47 1 $28.47

Thenshop 60 Pcs Highlighter Bulk Pack Assorted Colors Highlighter Markers Chisel Tip Fluorescent Pens for Office Classroom Back to School Supplies • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

Crayola Construction Paper - 9" x 12", 12 Assorted Colors, Pkg of 240 • Blick Art Materials $7.06 2 $14.12

BIC Wite-Out EZ Correct Correction Tape White 10/Pack (WOTAP10) • Staples $14.11 1 $14.11

WHITE POSTER BOARD 22X28 10 SHEETS • Teachers' School Supply $10.59 1 $10.59

BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencil 0.7mm #2 Medium Lead 40/Pack (MPP40MJ-BLK) • Staples $10.52 1 $10.52

Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Assorted 12/Pack (30075/30072) • Staples $7.99 1 $7.99

Scissors Set of 6-Pack, 8" Scissors All Purpose Comfort-Grip Handles Sharp Scissors for Office Home School Craft Sewing Fabric Supplies, High/Middle School Student Teacher Scissor, Right/Left Hand • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost			$732.77
Vendor shipping charges			$11.11
Sales tax			$51.29
3rd party payment processing fee			$10.99
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$836.16
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$147.56
Total project goal			$983.72

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This teacher needs your help!

Unlocking the World of Reading: Engaging Young Minds

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

My Project

Project tagged as

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

Equity Focus

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Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

Where Your Donation Goes

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