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Ms. Khalid from New York, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Back to Basics

Help me give my students quality books, pencils, and basic tools for learning.

  • $567 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Students

My students are urban scholars that have so much potential without the resources to match. While the neighborhood they live in has been developing, many of the resources have not reached the sections where their families reside. They are inquisitive students that range in age and ability. My students enjoy learning and have different learning styles. They love science and are excited about using technology for scientific research. Some of my students can tell you about the latest video games or what Apps they use on their parents’ smartphones, while others have a television set as their most advanced technology.

When there is a challenge, that is when my students really come to life.

It is a joy to see them deep in thought or trying to discover something new. Many of my students have special needs and require accommodations for learning. Although my students can get easily distracted, they do not let that keep them from trying out new technology in the classroom. They rely upon one another to learn how to use and solve problems with technology in class. My students learn that if they work hard, greatness will be the outcome.

My Project

My students are learning from home this year. They need access to basic supplies to help them make the most of this learning experience. My students need to be exposed to quality, diverse literature books, they need pencils and notebooks for writing and they need dry erase boards and markers to interactively participate in literacy, science and math lessons.

We try to incorporate technology and software programs to support students, however young students need to have basic tools for building their reading, writing and math skills.

Given the basic supplies I requested, my students will all have the tools they need at home for learning despite school budget cuts or their parents socioeconomic status.

Ms. Khalid PS 36 Margaret Douglas Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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New York, NY 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

50 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Clipboard Dry Erase Surface 9'' x 12.5'' Letter Size Low Profile Clip Whiteboard (Pack of 30) • Amazon Business $39.95 1 $39.95
TICONDEROGA Pencils, Wood-Cased, Pre-Sharpened, Graphite #2 HB Soft, Yellow, 240-Pack (14634) • Amazon Business $39.53 1 $39.53
FG465X Classic Primary Composition Book Set of 10 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $28.99 1 $28.99
Staples Permanent Glue Sticks, 28 oz., 36/Pack (44777) • Staples Advantage $25.88 1 $25.88
ARTEZA Dry Erase Markers, Bulk Pack of 52 (with Chisel Tip), 12 Assorted Colors with Low-Odor Ink, Whiteboard Pens for Back to School, Office, or Home • Amazon Business $23.20 1 $23.20
Hot Thermal Laminating Pouches 11.5x17.5-100 Sheets 3.5Mil for Sealed 11x17 Inches Document Uinkit • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
3 Ring Pencil Pouch, 12 Pack, with Mesh Window, 2 Compartments, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Crystal Clear 200-Pieces Universal Thermal Laminating Pouches • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Educational Preschool Poster for Toddler and Kid with Glue Point Dot for Nursery Homeschool Kindergarten Classroom - Teach Numbers Alphabet Colors Days and More 16 x 11 Inch (12 Pieces, English Style) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
¡Solo pregunta!: Sé Diferente, Sé Valiente, Sé Tú (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $16.19 1 $16.19
Sulwe • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
El día en que descubres quién eres (Spanish Edition) • Amazon Business $15.49 1 $15.49
Our Class is a Family • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Deke 5 Pack Magnetic White Board Eraser. Rectangular Magnetic Dry erasers Bulk for White Boards. Erase pens and Markers, Ideal for Kids, Home, School, Office, Expo 4 Colors. Whiteboard Marker earser. • Amazon Business $7.49 2 $14.98
Just Ask!: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You • Amazon Business $14.54 1 $14.54
Neenah Cardstock - Heavyweight, 110 lb/199 gsm Index, 94 Brightness, 8 ½ x 11, 300 Ct. - MORE SHEETS! (91635) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
I Am Enough • Amazon Business $12.48 1 $12.48
All Are Welcome • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
The Day You Begin • Amazon Business $11.58 1 $11.58
Lucy's Mask • Amazon Business $11.49 1 $11.49
Hair Love • Amazon Business $10.96 1 $10.96
Tanmit Gel Pens Set Colored Pen Fine Point Art Marker Pen 36 Unique Colors for Adult Coloring Books Kid Doodling Scrapbooking Drawing Writing Sketching Highlighter Pens • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Skin Like Mine (2) (Kids Like Mine) • Amazon Business $8.95 1 $8.95
The Name Jar • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Astrobrights Colored Cardstock, 8.5” x 11”, 65 lb / 176 gsm, "Spectrum" 25-Color Assortment, 75 Sheets (80944-01) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$444.58

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$481.25

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$84.93

Total project goal

$566.18

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $566.18

2 Donors

-$283.09

Donations toward project cost

-$240.63

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$42.46

match offer

-$283.08

Match offer toward project cost

-$240.62

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$42.46

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