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Ms. Walker from Houston, TX is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help My Kids Tap into their Creative Outlet

My students need access to technology and an inviting, comfortable learning environment WE need an iPad, stools and more.

  • $664 goal

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My Students

It is no secret that children learn by moving around and exploring their surroundings. We see this all of the time in babies crawling. However, the school system stifles this instinct by confining our children to rows of desks and seats. We tell our students to "sit down, be still, don't tap on the desk", hindering them from being their creative selves. My goal is to do a complete re-haul on seating in my classroom. I have already purchased comfy chairs, a few yoga balls and milk crate seats. However, I need your help to close the gap. Still recovering from Hurricane Harvey, I want to provide my students with an uplifting learning environment. Flex seating will restore some of that freedom that our traditional classroom has taken away. In a society that has an increase in attention disorders, studies show that flex gives kids an outlet for their fidgeting.

We would also love to utilize technology in our classroom however, we currently do not have access!

Unfortunately, we do not have any access to computers, iPads, tablets, etc. We are unable to do any research, complete minimal stations and this is putting my kids at a disadvantage.

My Project

The iPads will go to great use in my classroom. There are a wealth of Web 2.0 tools that can be utilized from bell to bell instruction. This includes Padlet, Powtoons, Coggle, Plickers, CK12, Sceencast-o-matic, Prezi, Voki, Wordle, blogging iMovie, Canva, and much more! Interaction with these tools will help my students become global learners and enable them to mastery content quicker.

The iPads will be used to promote collaboration, creativity, and communication among my students.

My students get excited about learning when they are able to use technology, especially if they are able to be creative and own their own learning. The iPads and Headphones will create an environment where student engagement increases because my students have the opportunity to participate in hands on/interactive activities with the iPads.

The cricut will allow the students to design and print their own creations while we complete long-term, in class projects.

Ms. Walker Forest Brook 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.

More about Ms. Walker

Houston, TX 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

90 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cricut Explore Air 2 Machine • Amazon Business $229.99 1 $229.99
Apple iPad with Retina Display MD510LL/A (16GB, Wi-Fi, Black) 4th Generation (Certified Refurbished) • Amazon Business $175.00 1 $175.00
Daidu Non-Woven Fabric Foldable Storage Stool Bin Box Ottoman 9.8 x 9.8 x 9.8 inches for Student Pupil Dorm Desk Classroom Kid Bedroom,Green • Amazon Business $13.99 4 $55.96
Norwood Commercial Furniture NOR-1101AC-SO Plastic Stack Stools, 17.75" Height, 11.75" Width, 11.75" Length, Assorted Colors (Pack of 5) • Amazon Business $50.54 1 $50.54
PROMIC Professional Grade Static Strength Exercise Stability Balance Ball with Foot Bump,65cm,Green • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$526.48

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.90

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$564.38

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$99.60

Total project goal

$663.98

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $663.98

2 Donors

-$331.99

Donations toward project cost

-$282.19

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$49.80

match offer

-$331.99

Match offer toward project cost

-$282.19

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$49.80

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 $0.00

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