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Mrs. Brus from Aurora, CO is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Everyone Can Be a Reader

Help me give my students the tools they need to build foundational reading, speaking, and writing skills.

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My Project

COVID-19 took a toll on all of us. However, it especially impacted young children, and we are still seeing the effects of it today. Students are coming to school with less school readiness and social skills needed to succeed in the world. As a reading interventionist and English Language teacher, I see many of my students lacking the foundational skills needed to be successful in reading and speaking. The materials that I am asking for will help close gaps in reading such as phonics and vocabulary so that students will be able to advance to higher level thinking. Additionally, the basic classroom supplies I asked for such as markers and whiteboards will allow them to practice these new skills. Green crayons are used in the Orton-Gillingham approach to teaching reading. The bins, baskets, and pencil cup will help keep everything neat and easy to access for all students. Lastly, I picked out a few books for our collection; these books are very high interest, and students love listening to and reading them.

Mrs. Brus Jewell Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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.

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More than three‑quarters 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

60 students impacted 1donor

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore English Language Learner Games Library • Lakeshore Learning Materials $179.00 1 $179.00
EXPO 2© Low-Odor Classroom Pkg. of 12 - Black, Fine Tip • Nasco $13.56 11 $149.16
Expo Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Black, 36/Pack (1920940) • Quill.com $30.99 3 $92.97
Really Good Stuff-666010 Durable Magazine,Book,Folder&File Holders – Ideal for Narrow/Vertical Storage Needs-Instantly Color Code Home /Classroom–Choose from 22 Colors (Single Color Set of 12) , Black • Amazon Business $72.29 1 $72.29
Really Good Stuff - 666019 Plastic Desktop Paper Storage Baskets for Classroom or Home Use – 14”x10” Plastic Mesh Baskets Keep Papers Crease-Free and Secure – Black Baskets with White Handles (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $35.99 2 $71.98
Really Good Stuff Mini Non-Magnetic 9"x 6" 2-Sided Blank and Lined Dry Erase Boards - Set of 12 • Amazon Business $56.22 1 $56.22
Crayola Washable Paints - Assorted, 16 oz Bottles, Set of 12 colors • Blick Art Materials $46.18 1 $46.18
U Brands Double Sided Dry Erase Student Boards Ruled and Plain 12 x 9 10/Pack (483U00-01) • Staples $36.20 1 $36.20
Charles Leonard Dry Erase Board Classroom Pack - Mini Lapboard School Supplies – Set of 12 Two-Sided Plain/Lined Dry Erasable White Boards, 9x12 Inches (35120) • Amazon Business $24.80 1 $24.80
Learning Toys for 3 4 5 Years Old Kids - 116Pcs Short Vowel Letters Sorting Spelling Reading Toy Set with Double-Sided Flash Cards, Preschool Kindergarten Learning Activities Toy for Boys Girls • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh! • Amazon Business $15.18 1 $15.18
Rifle Paper Co. Desk Accessories - Pencil Cup, 3-1/2"L x 3-1/2"W x 4-1/3"H • Blick Art Materials $11.99 1 $11.99
There Is a Bird On Your Head!-An Elephant and Piggie Book • Amazon Business $8.13 1 $8.13
Crayola Bulk Crayons Green 12/Box (52-0836-044) • Staples $3.21 2 $6.42
Creativity Street Craft Sticks - Bag of 150, Natural • Blick Art Materials $2.59 1 $2.59

Materials cost

$791.10

Vendor shipping charges

 $14.92

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$847.89

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.63

Total project goal

$997.52

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $997.52

1 Donor

-$997.52

Donations toward project cost

-$847.89

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$149.63

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