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Ms. Strasser from Zion, IL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Becoming New Math Scholars Using Basic Supplies

Help me give my students the individual math basic supplies they need to become math scholars!

  • $463 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

8th grade is a pivotal grade in which students are emerging in math skills that will allow them to become and feel successful. These invigorating students often tell me that they need more to make their learning engaging and meaningful.

My students are thoughtful, creative, amazing and full of personality.

Students at my school come from a wide variety of academic and social economic backgrounds. The majority of my students struggle to accept that they can learn in a multi-faceted classroom. My students need to have basic supplies such as chart paper, pencils, calculators, and math manipulatives so we can work together on optimal algebra skills needed for high school.

My Project

Depending on how the upcoming 2020-2021 school year starts, my math geniuses will prepared for any scenario. Imagine not coming to school with basics and being asked to complete math equations without the basics such a pencil, eraser or graph paper. Students do not need to feel isolated or insufficient because basic supplies aren't part of a family's budget. I'm requesting these basic supplies because they're necessities to be a highly successful math student. These supplies will be used only in the math classroom to keep from borrowing supplies and keep from spreading germs.

We will be mathematical scholars with these basic supplies!

Students use pencils, graph paper, and dry erase markers for various assignments in whole group, small group instruction as well as independent assignments. My project will allow students to create and solve math equations on a daily basis. Supplying these basics to students will instill trust, respect, responsibility, and freedom. Students will no longer say, "I can't do this without the supplies...." Instead, they will be grateful and eager to learn and have a successful 8th-grade year!

Ms. Strasser Zion Central Middle School Grades 6-8

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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Zion, IL 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
AmazonBasics Pre-sharpened Wood Cased #2 HB Pencils, 150 Pack $11.60 6 $69.60
10" Selfie Ring Light with Tripod Stand & Phone Holder for Live Stream/Makeup, Dimmable Led Camera Beauty Ringlight for YouTube TikTok/Photography Compatible for iPhone and Android Phone(Upgraded) $39.99 1 $39.99
Plugable USB 2.0 Digital Microscope with Flexible Arm Observation Stand Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux (2MP, 250x Magnification) $39.94 1 $39.94
Kleenex Professional Facial Tissue for Business (21400), Flat Tissue Boxes, 36 Boxes / Case, 100 Tissues / Box $39.28 1 $39.28
JARLINK 20 Pack 10 Colors Zipper Mesh Pouch, Pencil Pouch Zipper File Bags Multipurpose Travel Bags for Office Supplies Cosmetics Travel Accessories Multicolor $8.99 4 $35.96
Blank Unfinished Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle (100 Pieces) $10.99 3 $32.97
Dry Erase Whiteboard Markers Pack of 60 ARTHEO - 12 Colors With Fine Bullet Tip For Max Visibility - Low-Odor & Non-Toxic, Smear-Free, Works On Most Non-Porous Surfaces - Dry Erase Markers Bulk Pack $14.99 2 $29.98
Nikola Works Classic American Standard #2 HB Mini Golf Pre-Sharpened Pew Pencils Without Erasers Hex Shaped Bulk 192 Count $13.29 2 $26.58
Hand Sanitizer Alcohol-Free Gel for All Skin Types - Made in USA - Aloe Vera and Moisturizer for Soft Hands - 16.9 Oz (500mL) with Pump $9.95 2 $19.90
Oxford Filler Paper, 8-1/2" x 11", 4 x 4 Graph Rule, 3-Hole Punched, Loose-Leaf Paper for 3-Ring Binders, 400 Sheets Per Pack (62360) $9.49 1 $9.49
Tytroy Bulk 72 Pieces Assorted Color Miniature Plastic Pencil Sharpeners with Covers for School and Classroom Supplies $8.99 1 $8.99
Mr. Pen Pencil Top Erasers, Cap Erasers, 120 Pack $4.95 1 $4.95

Materials cost

$357.63

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$392.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$69.35

Total project goal

$462.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $462.34

2 Donors

-$231.16

Donations toward project cost

-$196.49

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.67

match offer

-$231.18

Match offer toward project cost

-$196.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.68

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