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Mrs. Coogler from Lufkin, TX is requesting professional development through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Bridges with The Essential 55: Uniting Campuses for Success!

I need a staff supply of "The Essential 55" by Ron Clark to create symbiosis and make the three campuses of our school run more efficiently! HELP! We need you!

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Imagine walking through the halls of our school and witnessing a seamless, respectful, and engaged learning environment across all three campuses. By implementing The Essential 55 by Ron Clark as a shared foundation for expectations, we will create a symbiotic relationship between staff, students, and support personnel—one that fosters consistency, structure, and a culture of excellence.

As an educator, I am always seeking ways to grow professionally, and this initiative will provide an opportunity for our entire staff to align our expectations, language, and approach to classroom management and student engagement.

When every teacher, administrator, and support staff member upholds the same high standards, students will experience a sense of stability and accountability, no matter where they are on campus.

By reading and applying The Essential 55, I will refine my teaching practices to ensure that my classroom is a place of respect, discipline, and enthusiasm for learning. These principles will help me create a structured and positive atmosphere where students feel safe, valued, and motivated to succeed. Furthermore, when students see the same expectations modeled by every adult they encounter—whether in the classroom, cafeteria, or hallway—they will internalize these values, improving their behavior, academic focus, and interpersonal skills.

This book study is more than just professional development; it is a transformation of our school culture. By adopting The Essential 55 as a unified approach, we will cultivate a community of learners who respect one another, take pride in their work, and strive for excellence in everything they do. With your support, we can make this vision a reality and positively impact the lives of our students for years to come.

Mrs. Coogler Pineywoods Community Academy Grades 6-8

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More than half 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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Materials Cost Quantity Total
The Essential 55: An Award-Winning Educator's Rules for Discovering the Successful Student in Every Child, Revised and Updated • Amazon Business $10.79 100 $1,079.00

Materials cost

$1,079.00

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FREE

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$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$16.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,125.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$198.56

Total project goal

$1,323.74

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