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Dr. Malloy from Lawrenceville, VA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Get It Off Their Chess!

Help me give my students chess sets and a variety of supplies such as pencils, pens, folders, and more. Help give them an opportunity to sharpen their minds, enhance problem-solving skills, improve memory, and boost concentration, while also providing a fun and engaging challenge.

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A chess club is in the future! With the gift of the requested chess sets and classroom materials, students will be able to enjoy learning a lifelong skill! Improved Chess impacts critical skills requiring students to think ahead, evaluate consequences, and make strategic decisions. This "game" enhances Problem-Solving Skills – Players must find the best moves in different situations, boosting their ability to solve complex problems. Boosts Memory – remembering past moves, strategies, and positions strengthening memory and recall skills. Chess develops Logical Reasoning – Students learn to assess different scenarios and choose the most logical option.

The academic benefits of using these chess sets and learning to play chess include strengthening Math Skills.

Chess involves pattern recognition, calculations, and spatial reasoning, all of which support mathematical thinking. Chess enhances Reading and Comprehension. Understanding rules, strategies, and opponents' moves helps improve reading and comprehension skills.

Encourages Focus and Concentration – Chess requires undivided attention, which helps students develop sustained focus. Personal and Social Benefits

Builds Patience and Perseverance – Winning takes time and practice, teaching students to be patient and persistent. Promotes Sportsmanship – Students learn to win and lose gracefully, an essential life skill.

Encourages Planning and Time Management – Chess teaches students to plan their moves carefully and manage their time effectively.

Help my students perfect their critical thinking skills!

Dr. Malloy James Solomon Russell Middle School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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Lawrenceville, VA 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

50 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
BlueSnail 15" Classic Vintage Standard Folding Wooden Chess Set, Foldable Games Board Crafted Carved • Amazon Business $13.59 5 $67.95
Swingline 747 Polished Chrome Business Stapler, Silver - Heavy Duty - Durability • School Specialty $51.82 1 $51.82
LEAP Chess Clock Digital Chess Timer Professional for Board Games Timer with Alarm Function (Official Store) Brownish Red • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
HD DVD Player, CD Players for Home, DVD Players for TV, HDMI and RCA Cable Included, Up-Convert to HD 1080p, All Region, Breakpoint Memory, Built-in PAL/NTSC, USB 2.0, Tojock • Amazon Business $37.98 1 $37.98
To Kill a Mockingbird • Amazon Business $7.28 5 $36.40
Ticonderoga Wood-Cased Pencils, Pre-Sharpened, 2 HB Soft, Yellow, 240 Count • Amazon Business $33.74 1 $33.74
DVD Player, HDMI Region Free DVD Players for Smart TV, 1080P Upscaling, USB Input, HDMI/RCA Output Cable Included, Breakpoint Memory, Built-in PAL/NTSC, CD Players for Home • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
TecUnite 240 Pcs Inspirational Pencils and Inspirational Bookmarks Set 120 Motivational Book Marks 120 Thermochromic Color Changing Pencils for Students Teachers Reward Gifts • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Wooden Chess Pieces Only – 32 Pieces Staunton Style Handcrafted Wood Chessmen with 2 Pouch Bags for Ease of Storage – 3” King – Gift Packaging – Luxurious Felt Bottom – Replacing Missing Chess Pieces! • Amazon Business $9.76 2 $19.52
SUNEE Folders with Pockets 3 Hole Punched(50 Pack, Assorted Colors), 2 Pocket Folders Fit Letter Size Paper, Paper File Folder for School Office Home Bussiness • Amazon Business $18.89 1 $18.89
Rarlan Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils, Pre-sharpened, 200 Count Bulk Pack • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
PILOT Pen G2 Gel Ink Refills For Rolling Ball Pens, Ultra Fine Point, 0.38mm, Black Ink, 12-Pack • Amazon Business $16.80 1 $16.80
LEGO - Sunflowers Building Toy Set 40524 • Best Buy Education $14.99 1 $14.99
PILOT Juice Gel Ink Ballpoint Pen, 0.38 mm, 12 Color Set (LJU120UF-12C) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Pilot G2 Retractable Rollerball Gel Pens, Ultra Fine Point, 0.38mm, Black Ink, 6 Count • Amazon Business $9.64 1 $9.64
Pilot G2 Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Blue Ink, 4/Pack (31058) • Quill.com $8.87 1 $8.87
Pilot® G-2™ Retractable Gel Pens, Ultra Fine Point, 0.38 mm, Black, Assorted Barrels, Assorted Ink Colors, Pack Of 4 • Amazon Business $7.78 1 $7.78
Mr. Pen- Heavy Duty Staples, 3000 Staples, 100 Sheet Capacity, 1/2-Inch Leg Length, 23/13, Staples for Heavy Duty Staplers, Office Staples, Desk Staples, Big Staples, Paper Staple, Large Staples • Amazon Business $6.98 1 $6.98
Pilot, G2 Premium Gel Roller Pens, Ultra Fine Point 0.38 mm, Pack of 4, Black • Amazon Business $5.96 1 $5.96

Materials cost

$462.26

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.18

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$504.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$89.01

Total project goal

$593.38

How we calculate what's needed

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 $593.38

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