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Ms. Koppa from Fort Collins, CO is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Students: Building a Supportive Classroom With Diverse Books

Help me give my students materials that will create a classroom environment that promotes independence, diversity, organization, creativity, and belonging.

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My Project

I am constantly inspired by my students’ curiosity, enthusiasm, and determination. They come to school with unique perspectives and a readiness to learn, and my goal is to create an environment that supports their diverse needs and fosters their growth. This project aims to enhance our classroom with resources that will promote independence, social-emotional regulation, and a sense of belonging.

Independent workstations and organizational materials will empower students to take charge of their own learning, allowing them to work more efficiently and build essential life skills.

Additionally, books highlighting underrepesented authors and characters will strengthen their sense of belonging, making the classroom a more inclusive and supportive space. These items are notable when thinking about how students’ learning needs have shifted since the COVID-19 pandemic.

My students are special because they bring their own strengths and challenges to the classroom. They are eager to engage, learn, and grow, but they also need the right environment to thrive. By incorporating these resources, I hope to provide them with the tools they need to excel academically and emotionally.

In summary, this project is designed to create a classroom that not only supports academic achievement but also nurtures emotional growth and personal development. With these resources, we can build a more inclusive, supportive, and empowering learning environment for every student. Thank you for considering a contribution to this important endeavor.

Ms. Koppa
Never Before Funded Never Before Funded Grades 3-5
    More than a third 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

    This project will reach 20 students.

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
3 Book Set: UNDERREPRESENTED VOICES Bundle: The Proudest Blue, Hair Love, Eyes That Kiss in the Corners (hardcover picture books, representative) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $48.00 1 $48.00
Set of 24 Small White Board Dry Erase Boards Classroom Pack Mini White Boards 9"x12” Double Sided Personal Whiteboards for Students Teachers School Supplies Lapboards l 24 Mini Erasers Incl • Amazon Business $37.49 1 $37.49
Clipboards, HERKKA 25 Pack Plastic Office Clipboards, Assorted Transparent Color Plastic Clipboards, Low Profile Clip Standard A4 Letter Size • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches Premium Quality, 5 Mil Thick for Extra Protection, 100 Pack Letter Size Laminating Sheets, Our Most Durable Lamination Pouch, 8.9 x 11.4 inches, Clear (TP5854-100) • Amazon Business $23.90 1 $23.90
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted, 36 Count • Amazon Business $19.69 1 $19.69
Ohana Means Family (hardcover picture book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $19.00 1 $19.00
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Tales of Extraordinary Women • Amazon Business $19.00 1 $19.00
ZazzyKid Magnetic Fraction Tiles & Circles, 156pcs, 12 Color Coded, Fraction Manipulatives • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Stolen Words • Amazon Business $17.56 1 $17.56
Woodstock Wind Chimes Zenergy Solo Hand Chime, Silver (7") Musically Tuned for Meditation, Yoga and Mindfulness, Bell Percussion Instrument For Teachers and Classrooms • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
Dim Sum, Here We Come! • Amazon Business $15.19 1 $15.19
We Are Water Protectors - Caldecott Medal Winner (hardcover picture book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $15.00 1 $15.00
6 Pack Multi-Function Electronic Timer - Magnetic Digital Timers Big LCD Display The Loud/Silent Switch Countdown Timer Extensively Use in Break Time, Cooking,Gym, Meeting, Classroom • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Sparrow Girl • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Not My Girl • Amazon Business $13.90 1 $13.90
VICNOVA Magnetic Clips, 24 Pieces Magnetic Metal Chip Clips Fridge Magnets Refrigerator Whiteboard Locker Magnets Heavy Duty Clip Classroom Organization Teacher Must Haves School Supplies Accessories • Amazon Business $12.89 1 $12.89
Ablaze with Color: A Story of Painter Alma Thomas • Amazon Business $12.80 1 $12.80
Mae Among the Stars • Amazon Business $11.22 1 $11.22
Just Ask!: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You • Amazon Business $10.50 1 $10.50
RISLG Small Table Lamp for Bedroom, Bedside Lamps for Nightstand with Wire Switch, Minimalist Modern Desk Lamps with Linen Fabric Shade for Kids Room Living Room Office Dorm • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
MaxGear Whiteboard Magnets, 36 Pack Strong Refrigerator Magnets, Dry Erase Board Magnets Set, Magnets for Whiteboard, 3 cm Round Colored Magnets for Classroom, Refrigerator, Office, Home (5 Colors) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Joseph Had a Little Overcoat • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
The Whispering Town • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Whoosh!: Lonnie Johnson's Super-Soaking Stream of Inventions • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Encounter (Voyager Books) • Amazon Business $7.64 1 $7.64
Suki's Kimono • Amazon Business $7.52 1 $7.52
How to Steal a Dog • Amazon Business $7.29 1 $7.29
The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush • Amazon Business $7.19 1 $7.19
Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors (A Muslim Book Of Concepts) • Amazon Business $6.39 1 $6.39
UpdateClassic 50 PCS Push Pin Clips, Wooden Push Pins for Cork Board, Teacher Supplies for Classroom Decorative Thumb Tacks for Bulletin Board • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Mr. Pen- Wooden Clothes Pins, Natural Wood, 50 Pack, 2.9 Inch, Rust Resistant Clothes Pins for Hanging Clothes, Clothes Pins Wood, Clothing Pins, Clothes Pegs, Clothespins, Wood Clothespin • Amazon Business $5.89 1 $5.89
Wish • Amazon Business $5.22 1 $5.22

Materials cost

$470.13

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.05

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$507.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$89.50

Total project goal

$596.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $596.68

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 $596.68

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