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Mrs. DiGiovanni from Boston, MA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Inclusive Learning: Mathematics for Every Student

Help me give my students the necessary tools and resources to support their special needs in Mathematics, creating an inclusive learning environment where they can engage in hands-on, accessible educational experiences tailored to their unique learning requirements.

  • $1,275 goal

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You can complete this project for $1,467.
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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 my diverse classroom, I am continually inspired by the resilience and curiosity of my special education students. This project is dedicated to enhancing their mathematical learning experiences by requesting adaptive tools and resources tailored to their unique needs.

My goal for this project is to foster a classroom where every student, regardless of their unique needs, not only comprehends mathematical principles but also develops a genuine love for the subject.

The requested items will contribute to a dynamic and engaging space where students can actively participate, collaborate, and experience the joy of mathematical discovery.

The requested materials, including adaptive math tools and tactile manipulatives, aim to create an inclusive learning environment. These resources will cater to diverse learning styles, breaking down barriers and ensuring that each student can engage with mathematical concepts in a way that resonates with them.

What makes my students special is their incredible diversity, both in abilities and backgrounds. Despite facing various challenges, they demonstrate unwavering determination, resilience, and a hunger for knowledge. This project reflects my commitment to providing tailored resources that celebrate their individual strengths and create an inclusive space where every student can confidently embrace the world of mathematics.

In summary, this project goes beyond acquiring resources; it is about empowering my special education students in mathematics, recognizing their uniqueness, and ensuring that the joy of learning knows no boundaries. Together, we are creating a classroom where every student can confidently unlock their full potential in the world of mathematics.

Mrs. DiGiovanni Joseph Hurley K-8 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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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
BXI Felt Bulletin Board - 12 X 12 X 3/8 Inches 6 Pack Self-Adhesive Vision Board, Thick Sturdy Pin Board with Beveled Edge for Home Office Classroom Wall Decoration (Brick, Black) • Amazon Business $18.38 6 $110.28
Multiplication Chart Math Games Pop Fidget Toys Math Manipulatives Times Table Chart Popper Board Stress Reliever Gift for Kids Popping Game to Practice Times Early Education(12x12Double Side) • Amazon Business $13.29 6 $79.74
EAI Education Math Stacks Classroom Game, Set of 6: Grades 3-5 • Amazon Business $64.34 1 $64.34
Learning Resources Magnetic Rainbow Fraction Tiles, Visual/Tactile Learning, Soft Foam Magnetic Tiles, 51 Pieces, Ages 6+, Multicolor (LER0611) • Amazon Business $10.72 6 $64.32
SCRIBBLEDO Place Value Board 9" x 12" Double Sided Dry Erase Boards for Kids for Teaching Place Values from Billions to Decimal Numbers Math Manipulative Lapboard for Home School and Classroom • Amazon Business $7.99 6 $47.94
X-ACTO Heavy Duty Wood Guillotine Trimmer, 15 Inches • Amazon Business $44.46 1 $44.46
Pilot, FriXion ColorSticks Erasable Gel Ink Pens, Fine Point 0.7 mm, Tub of 36, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $41.42 1 $41.42
Geyer Instructional Products 173008 1" Numbered Axis Dry Erase Magnet • Amazon Business $40.85 1 $40.85
Full Size Hot Glue Gun, 150 Watts with 6 Copper Nozzles Temperature Adjustable Craft Repair Tool Professional Melting Glue Gun DIY Thermo Tool Include 5Pcs Highly Viscous Glue Sticks Luxury Set • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Groove Calligraphy Magic Copybook Learn to Write for Kids Age 2 3 4 5 Handwriting Practice Preschool Activities ABC Alphabet Number Tracing Groovd Book Pre k Kindergarten Supplies School Must Haves • Amazon Business $9.99 4 $39.96
YISILE Digital Wall Clock Large Display, 16.2" Large Digital Wall Clock with RGB Color Changing Remote Control, Automatic Brightness Dimmer Big Clock with Night Lights, Auto DST, Date Week, • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
RESTLY Premium Quality 120 Alcohol Markers Brush Tip for Drawing & Sketching - Stunning Dual Tip Coloring Markers for Kids & Adults - Alcohol Based Drawing Markers Coloring Set for Painting • Amazon Business $36.59 1 $36.59
Flipside Dry-Erase Whiteboard, 5-inch x 7-inch , 24/Pack (10256) • Amazon Business $35.98 1 $35.98
Guided Reading Strips, Dyslexia Tools for Kids, Colorful Text Overlays for Early Readers, ADHD Finger Trackers Highlight (2 Pack - 8 Wands and 4 Removable Rings) • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
PROHEAR 032 Kids Ear Protection 2 Pack - Noise Cancelling Headphones Ear Muffs for Autism, Toddlers, Children,Individual Packing - Orange & Blue • Amazon Business $28.65 1 $28.65
PROHEAR 032 Kids Ear Protection 2 Pack - Noise Cancelling Headphones Ear Muffs for Autism, Toddlers, Children,Individual Packing - Orange & White • Amazon Business $28.65 1 $28.65
KILINEO Refillable Retractable White Out Correction Tape, Pen Shaped Whiteout Set, White Out Tape, Japanese Aesthetic Cute White Out for Office Supplies, 4 PCS (ZH-67) • Amazon Business $12.45 2 $24.90
LABUK 6 Pack Zipper Pouches Bulk Waterproof for Office Supplies Travel Cosmetics Accessories in 6 Color • Amazon Business $6.99 3 $20.97
hand2mind Demonstration Algebra Tile Clings, Algebra Manipulatives, Algebra Tiles X and Y, Linear Algebra, Algebra Tools, Tiles Learning, Algebraic Tiles, Algebra Classroom (Set of 72) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
EOOUT 36pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch Puzzle Bags Zipper Bags for Organizing, Plastic Zipper Pouch in 11 Colors Letter Size A4 Size Puzzle Storage and Office Supplies • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
30 Pieces Push Pins, Metal Thumb Tacks for Picture Photo Hanging, Wall Pins for Board Posters Bulletin Maps, Wall Tack for Office Home Decorative (Gold) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Paper Mate Flair Pen, 0.7 mm Medium Tip, Black, Box of 12 • Amazon Business $13.47 1 $13.47
300Pcs Name Tags Stickers for Kids, Cute Rabbit Blank Name Labels,Kawaii Hello My Name is Stickers for Water Bottles/Food Date Label/Cup/Lunch Box/Classroom by HHSSALIN • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
KILINEO 6 PCS Quick Dry Enhanced-Smooth White Out Correction Tape Refills, Carrier Tapes (RE-06) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Metallic Acrylic Paint Pens for Rock Painting, Stone, Ceramic, Glass, Wood, Fabric, Canvas, Metal, Scrapbooking (6 Pack) Set of 3 Gold & 3 Silver Acrylic Paint Markers Water-Based Extra-Fine Tip 0.7mm • Amazon Business $10.19 1 $10.19
Daily Portable Dark Skin Tone Tiny Finger Hands 10 Pack - Little Finger Puppets, Mini Rubber Flat Hand, Miniature Small Hand Puppet Prank from Tiktok - 5 Left and Right Finger Hands • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Pencil Eraser Retractable Mechanical Pen Eraser Green Blue Orange Purple Pink Color Plastic Rubber Aesthetic Erasers for School Office Painting Writing Drawing Drafting 5.31 x 0.39 Inch (15 Pcs) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Fraction Flip Chart, 161 Double Sided Cards Freestanding Flip Chat with Fraction/Decimal/Percentage/Shape/Name/Animals, All Fractions From 1-10, Educational Math Learning Tool for School Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Aizweb Educational Math Poster,Place Value Fraction Decimal Mathematics Classroom Decoration Learning Banner Bulletin Board Wall Decor for Elementary Primary School Teacher Classroom Must Have Chart • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Dry Erase Home School Sheets - Reusable Pages (8" x 10") 20 Sheets and Box, Study Guide, Flash Cards, Sketch Sheets • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
Mr. Pen - T Square, T Ruler, 12 inch Metal Ruler, T Square Ruler, Drafting Tools, Architect Ruler, Set Square, Drafting Ruler, Tsquare, Truler, Architectural Triangle, Tee Ruler, L Square, Scale Ruler • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
Mr. Pen- Professional Metal Compass with Wheel, Lock and Extension Bar for Geometry, Drafting, Math, Drawing, Compass for Geometry, Tool for Drawing Circles, Drawing Compass, Compass Drawing Tool • Amazon Business $9.84 1 $9.84
26 Packs Number Line Dry Erase Boards Cards, Double Sided Writable and Erasable Board-0-10 on One Side & 0-20 on Other Side Math White Board for Kids, Students, Classroom and Home (12” x 4”) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Mr. Pen - Geometry Set, 4 Pack, Metal Protractor, Aluminum Ruler, Metal Set Square, Triangle Ruler, Drafting Triangles, Triangle Ruler, Protractor Metal, Drafting Set, Geometry Kit, Drafting Ruler • Amazon Business $8.84 1 $8.84
DR DINGUS 10 Finger Hands – Premium Rubber Little Tiny Finger Hands – Fun and Realistic Design – Ideal for Puppet Show, Gag Present, Fun for All Kids! • Amazon Business $7.95 1 $7.95
MIKEDE Fridge Magnets Refrigerator Magnets, 15Pcs Gold Strong Magnets for Whiteboard, Neodymium Push Pins Magnets Metal Magnets Fridge for Office Magnets, Whiteboard Magnets, at School, Classroom • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
20 Pieces Cute Succulent Plants Decorative Push Pins Colorful Floret Thumbtacks for Photo Wall, Feature Wall, Whiteboard, Cork Board, Map, Bulletin Board, Office or Home (Three Assorted Styles) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
GRTARD 12Pack Magnetic Clips with Anti-Scratch Sticky Pads, Strong Heavy Duty Clips Magnet, Fridge Magnets Clip, Whiteboard Magnets Clip, Non-Scratch Metal Magnet Clips for Refrigerator, Whiteboard • Amazon Business $6.98 1 $6.98
Mr. Pen- Transparent Graph Paper Sticky Notes, 6 Pads, 3x3 Inch, Graph Sticky Notes, Math Graph Paper, Graphing Sticky Notes, Grid Sticky Notes, Grid Notepad, Mini Graph Paper • Amazon Business $5.98 1 $5.98

Materials cost

$1,038.09

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$15.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,083.66

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$191.23

Total project goal

$1,274.89

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,274.89

3 Donors

-$637.43

Donations toward project cost

-$541.82

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$95.61

Matching donations from our partners

-$637.46

Match offers toward project cost

-$541.84

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$95.62

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$0.00

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