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Ms. Reed from Roanoke, VA is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Lanyards & Water Bottles for Mentors to Carry in School.

Help me give my students lanyards with their school badge, personalized water bottles with stickers to show other students who our L.E.A.D.E.R.S. are in our school. This is an earned privilege to mentor students for upper elementary students.

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In a world where the influence of peers is paramount in shaping young minds, the concept of selected students mentoring those in need of positive influence stands out as a beacon of hope and transformation. This approach, particularly through a peer-led initiative, harnesses the power of positive peer pressure, leadership, and empathy, creating a ripple effect of change that extends far beyond the classroom.

Selected student mentors, recognized for their leadership qualities, empathy, and academic prowess, become role models for their peers.

By engaging in our program, these mentors showcase the virtues of responsibility, hard work, and the joy of giving back to the community. This not only elevates their personal growth but also instills in them a profound sense of purpose and achievement.

The mentees, on the other hand, receive invaluable support and guidance from someone they can relate to and admire. This peer mentorship breaks down barriers, making the lessons of resilience, perseverance, and teamwork more relatable and impactful. This aspect adds a layer of collective effort and shared goals, further strengthening their bond and fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

This initiative teaches all students involved the importance of empathy and understanding. It highlights how everyone has unique challenges and that by working together, they can overcome them. This program is more than an achievement; it’s a lesson in compassion, leadership, and the power of positive influence.

When selected students mentor those in need, it creates a nurturing environment where positive behaviors are modeled and reinforced. This not only benefits the mentees but also provides the mentors with a sense of fulfillment and growth, ultimately cultivating a more empathetic, united, and proactive student body. Through this approach, the fundraiser transcends its initial purpose, becoming a transformative experience that shapes the leaders of tomorrow.

Ms. Reed Westside Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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Roanoke, 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
50 Strong Bulk Water Bottles | 24 Pack Sports Bottle | 22 oz. BPA-Free Easy Open with Pull Top Cap | Made in USA | Reusable Plastic Water Bottles for Adults & Kids | Top Rack Dishwasher Safe • Amazon Business $64.99 4 $259.96
ID Badge Holder Lanyards with Waterproof Card Bulk Lanyard Name Tag (Purple) • Amazon Business $20.99 5 $104.95
1000Pcs Cute Water Bottle Stickers, Stickers for Kids, Vinyl Waterproof Cool Scrapbook Stickers Pack for Laptop Skateboard Computer Guitar, Mixed Colorful Stickers for Teens Kids Boys Girls • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

Materials cost

$382.90

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$418.64

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.88

Total project goal

$492.52

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $492.52

1 Donor

-$492.52

Donations toward project cost

-$418.64

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$73.88

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 $0.00

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