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Mr. Cleary from Bronx, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Chess Champions

Help me give my students the gift of playing one of the most intellectually stimulating games ever, Chess!

  • $1,754 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 Project

In the vibrant world of my classroom, I am privileged to teach a group of students whose passion for learning mirrors the complexity and strategic depth of a chess game. My students, diverse in backgrounds and abilities, share a common love for intellectual challenges and the camaraderie that chess fosters. What I love most about my students is their unwavering enthusiasm for growth and the way they support each other in every move, both on and off the chessboard.

The resources I am requesting are pivotal to enhancing their learning experience.

Chess sets, strategy books, and interactive software will provide a comprehensive toolkit for honing their skills. With these materials, my students will not only grasp the fundamentals but also develop critical thinking, concentration, and sportsmanship. The tactile nature of physical sets will encourage face-to-face interactions, promoting social skills alongside cognitive development.

My goal for this project is to create an environment where every student can thrive academically and socially through the timeless game of chess. I aspire to foster a sense of achievement and resilience in my students, transcending the chessboard into life's challenges. Each requested item is a building block towards this vision, equipping my students with the tools they need to excel academically and in the broader context of their personal growth.

What makes my students special is their tenacity and eagerness to learn, characteristics that extend beyond the chessboard. They embody a community that celebrates diversity and encourages collaboration. By supporting this project, donors will be investing in the empowerment of these extraordinary students, enabling them to face the complexities of life with strategic minds, compassionate hearts, and the confidence that they can overcome any challenge.

Mr. Cleary Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 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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Bronx, 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

20 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Square Off Pro Electronic Chess Board for Adults & Kids | AI-Powered & Digital | Play Against AI or Friends | Portable & Rollable Computer Chess Board | World's Smartest Electronic Chess Board • Amazon Business $229.95 2 $459.90
Square Off Grand Kingdom Set | Automated Chessboard for Adults & Kids | World's Smartest Electronic Chess Board | Magnetic Wooden Chess Sets with Self Moving Pieces • Amazon Business $449.00 1 $449.00
Trademark Games Elegant Inlaid Wood Chess Cabinet With Staunton Chessmen (844296060108) • Quill.com $54.99 4 $219.96
Trademark Games Wooden Book Style Chess Board With Staunton Chessmen (844296060122) • Quill.com $47.99 2 $95.98
Magnetic Wooden Chess Board Set with Manual for Adults Kids 15 Inch Chess Puzzle with Handmade Pieces, Folding Portable Travel Unique Chess Game for Tournament Professional Beginner • Amazon Business $39.99 2 $79.98
Walnut Chess Set 15'' x 15'' with Felted Game Board Interior for Storage Chess Game for Child & Adult, 2 players • Amazon Business $34.00 2 $68.00
Chess Checkers Backgammon 3-in-1 Board Games Sets, Wooden Chess Set for Adults & Kids, 17.2" Lightweight Checkers Board Game,Strategy Backgammon Sets for Adults, Travel Chess Board Game Pieces Storage • Amazon Business $22.99 2 $45.98
Magnetic Travel Chess Sets and Checkers for Adults and Kids, 13 Inch Roll-up Folding Chess Board - Wooden Chess Game and Checkers Set, 2 Extra Queens & Portable Storage • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98

Materials cost

$1,438.78

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$21.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,490.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$263.00

Total project goal

$1,753.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,753.36

3 Donors

-$1,703.36

Donations toward project cost

-$1,447.86

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$255.50

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

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 $0.00

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