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Ms. Batoon from Las Vegas, NV is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Young Minds: Help My Classroom Blossom

Help me give my students essential tools for interactive and engaging learning. The cart includes Post-it easel pads for group brainstorming sessions, Post-it notes for students' individual work, a sturdy electric pencil sharpener, colorful construction paper for crafts

  • $326 goal

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My Project

The interactive easel pads and Post-it notes will empower my students to actively participate in lessons and group discussions. Writing and posting their own ideas will boost their collaboration, creativity, and confidence. The pencil sharpener will keep pencils ready so my students can focus on their work, not sharpening. The construction paper and bulletin board decor will bring vibrant life to our classroom walls and allow my students to see their own artistry displayed. The hundreds poster will provide a helpful math resource for building number sense.

My goal is to create an organized, stimulating environment where my students can fully immerse themselves in learning.

I want to see my students take ownership of their education and beam with pride in their accomplishments.

What makes my students so special is their insatiable curiosity and compassion. They ask thoughtful questions and have meaningful perspectives to share. They celebrate each other's differences and accomplishments. My students remind me every day why I chose to become a teacher – to guide these incredible young minds on the path to meeting their potential. This project will provide the tools to unleash their creativity, build collaborative skills, and instill confidence. With community support, my students will thrive.

I hope this first-person perspective provides a more personal look into my classroom and the impact these supplies will have on my students' learning and growth. Please let me know if you would like me to modify or expand this essay in any way!

Ms. Batoon Tyrone Thompson Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

25 students impacted 9donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nasco Hundreds Poster Chart • Nasco $10.36 5 $51.80
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, Great for Virtual Teachers and Students, 25 x 30 Inches, 30 Sheets/Pad, 2 Pads, Lined Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper, Teacher Anchor Chart (561WL) (561WL VAD 2PK) • Amazon Business $46.21 1 $46.21
Crayola Construction Paper - 480ct (2 Pack), Bulk School Supplies For Kids, Classroom Supplies for Preschool, Elementary, Great for Arts & Crafts • Amazon Business $16.59 2 $33.18
Staples Power Extreme Electric Pencil Sharpener Black (21834) • Staples $25.64 1 $25.64
Post-it Notes 3 x 3 Poptimistic Collection 100 Sheets/Pad 18 Pads/Cabinet Pack (654-18CTCP) • Staples $23.90 1 $23.90
TaoBary 6 Rolls 196.8 ft Colorful Borders for Bulletin Board, Scalloped Trim Bulletin Board Decorations for Classroom Decor (Advanced Grey) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Upgraded Magnetic Blocks Tough Tiles STEM Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls Learning by Playing Games for Toddlers Kids, Compatible with Major Brands Building Blocks - Starter Set • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
VIAHART Brain Flakes 500 Piece Interlocking Plastic Disc Set - A Creative and Educational Alternative to Building Blocks - Tested for Children's Safety - A Great Stem Toy for Both Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99

Materials cost

$237.70

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.18

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$276.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$48.79

Total project goal

$325.24

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $325.24

5 Donors

-$299.72

Donations toward project cost

-$256.52

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$43.20

match offer

-$23.45

Match offer toward project cost

-$19.93

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.52

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.07

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 $0.00

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