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Ms. Spellman from New York, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Me Help My Students Talk Back!

Help me give my students access to technology and fun educational activities to help them succeed in school while learning through engagement and participation.

  • $738 goal

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Ms. Spellman has another project! Donate to Voices in Bloom: A Welcoming Speech Room to help her classroom.

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My Project

These resources are meticulously crafted to enhance student engagement and address the unique needs of individuals in speech and language therapy. For example, interactive games and tactile materials are instrumental in fostering social skills and communication strategies in an enjoyable and motivating manner. The integration of phonics and literacy resources will bolster reading proficiency, while fidget tools and sensory toys will support focus and self-regulation during therapy sessions. To further captivate students in their speech and language development, technology such as the Apple Pencil, activities such as games like chipper chat and additional Super Duper and Lakeshore materials, art projects, and experiments will be conducted alongside the achievement of their speech and language objectives. Consequently, the procurement of educational games, glue, plates, utensils, and other supplies is essential.

The primary aim of this initiative is to cultivate a supportive learning environment that promotes confidence, encourages active participation, and nurtures essential communication skills.

I am committed to providing resources that address the diverse requirements of our students, ensuring they possess the necessary tools to thrive both academically and socially.

What distinguishes my students is their remarkable resilience and determination. They hail from low socioeconomic backgrounds and encounter significant challenges; nevertheless, they approach their learning with enthusiasm and curiosity. Their eagerness to enhance their skills and engage with peers is inspiring, and I firmly believe that these resources will empower them to realize their full potential.

Ms. Spellman Mosaic Preparatory Academy Grades PreK-2

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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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

65 students impacted 1donor

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple Pencil Pro - White • Best Buy Education $129.00 1 $129.00
Super Duper Articulation Chipper Chat - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $88.72 1 $88.72
Super Duper Sequencing Verb Tenses Combo - Elementary-Middle School - Kids • School Specialty $64.27 1 $64.27
Aizweb Phonemic Awareness,Speech Therapy Magnetic Dry Erase Board Phonics Game, Elkonin Box Preschool Kindergarten Classroom Must Have,Letter Sound Science Reading Manipulative Homeschool Supplies • Amazon Business $45.99 1 $45.99
Didax Social Skills Board Games - 6 Interactive Games for Building Confidence and Cooperation • Kaplan Early Learning Company $44.96 1 $44.96
Magnetic Tiles Building Blocks - 113pcs Advanced Set - STEM Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls -Strongest Magnets - Includes 13 Piece Insert Alphabet Cards - Learning by Playing • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Letter Crayons Word Building Center - Phonics Games for Beginning Readers, Reading Manipulatives • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
1000+ PCS Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Birthday Gift,Christmas Stocking Stuffers,Christmas Gift,Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Carnival Prizes,Pinata Filler Sensory Toy for Classroom • Amazon Business $29.98 1 $29.98
Super Duper Publications | Syllable Drilling Fun Deck Flash Cards for Speech-Language Pathologists | Educational Learning Resource for Children • Amazon Business $24.00 1 $24.00
Key Education Social Skills Boxed Game Set, 15 Board Games With Social Emotional Learning Activities, File Folder Social Skills Learning Games for Autism, Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59
Comfy Package [192 Combo Pack] Premium Heavyweight Disposable Clear Plastic Silverware - 64 Forks, 64 Spoons, 64 Knives, plastic utensils, Cutlery Set for Parties, Events, and Catering • Amazon Business $19.78 1 $19.78
Elmer's School WashableRemovable School Glue 1 Gallon White (E340) • Staples $18.51 1 $18.51
Giraffe Manufacturing 75 Piece Assortment of Small and Large Glitter Slappy Hands Treasure Box - Kids Party Favors, Sticky Hands, Bulk Toys for kids. • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
Perk Economy Paper Plates 9 White 100/Pack (PK56516) • Staples $6.36 1 $6.36

Materials cost

$571.63

Vendor shipping charges

 $16.80

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$627.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$110.65

Total project goal

$737.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $737.65

1 Donor

-$737.65

Donations toward project cost

-$627.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$110.65

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