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Ms. Grobman from Philadelphia, PA is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Getting 1st Graders Excited to Read

My students need seating and books for reading that will get them excited and passionate about reading.

  • $880 goal

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My Students

My school is located in Philadelphia. It is a Title 1 school in a low-income area. Most students do not have necessary materials for school and it can make school difficult for them. My students are wonderful kids that work hard in school but are faced with many challenges and obstacles both in and out of the classroom. Even with the support and help from other teachers and the families sometimes are students are not equipped with the proper materials to help enhance their education.

Many of our first graders have not been exposed to an educational experience in pre-school or kindergarten.

This coupled with the lack of supplies and materials other students have, puts these misfortunate students at a disadvantage. As their teacher, it is my job to create an environment that can facilitate the growth of their molding minds.

My Project

The bean bag chairs will create a warm, comfortable and fun environment, inviting my students to want to come to the library and read.

The book rack and bin organizer will keep books and supplies easily accessible in an attractive, colorful manner.

Students will be able to find the supplies and books they need, easily and quickly because of the organized and neat manner being provided.

Hooked on Phonics will provide all students with an age appropriate medium to learn phonics at their specific level working at their own speed. I personally used this with my own daughter and speak from experience when I say it works and is a successful program in helping children learn the sounds and blends of our alphabet.

Ms. Grobman Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

More about Ms. Grobman

Philadelphia, PA 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Steffy Wood Products 36-Inch by 48-Inch Multi-Section Storage • Amazon Business $396.15 1 $396.15
Wood Designs WD34390 Big Book Display Stand, 29 x 30 x 11" (H x W x D) • Amazon Business $148.59 1 $148.59
Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read - Levels 5&6 Complete: Transitional Readers (First Grade | Ages 6-7) (Learn to Read Complete Sets) • Amazon Business $51.31 1 $51.31
Big Joe Classic Bean Bag Chair, Candy Pink Polka Dot • Amazon Business $37.92 1 $37.92
Big Joe Classic Bean Bag Chair, Chartreuse Polka Dot • Amazon Business $37.89 1 $37.89
Big Joe Classic Bean Bag Chair, Lavender Polka Dot • Amazon Business $35.02 1 $35.02

Materials cost

$706.88

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$747.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$131.91

Total project goal

$879.39

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $879.39

3 Donors

-$839.39

Donations toward project cost

-$713.48

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$125.91

match offer

-$40.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$34.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.00

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 $0.00

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