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Mr. Temple from Newark, NJ is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Learning to Love Language: Help Us Get Ahead

Help me give my students access to easel pads, books, notebooks, and a variety of other materials to support their holistic growth in English Language acquisition and develop a creative, lifelong love of learning

  • $1,236 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Students

My English as a Second Language (ESL) students are passionate, creative, and diverse. They never shy away from a challenge, and often collaborate to create innovative, lasting solutions. Over 95% of my students are immigrants, and come to my classroom with various levels of English Language knowledge. They require diversified instruction and often rely on creative outlets to not only learn, but to express themselves and cope in their new learning environment.

As a Title I school in Newark, NJ, my students strive to transform their community by fostering a sense of pride and responsibility in one another; thereby creating a future generation of leaders and change agents who will flourish as citizens in their global community.

My Project

Meeting the diverse needs of my classes (82 children) is important to building a truly student-centered, inquiry-based classroom that will prepare my students for future success. My students lack access to basic supplies such as pencils, glue, markers, notebooks, scissors, paper, and crayons. This problem has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic where members of the community have suffered terrible personal and financial losses. These supplies are fundamental tools of education and are necessary for hands-on, student driven learning.

My goal is to ensure that each student acquires the knowledge, skills and core values necessary to obtain personal success.

This will be achieved by developing meaningful connections with one another, creating a sense of purpose, promoting self-determination, and striving for excellence in academic achievement.

An organized, creative, and flexible classroom environment is key to providing high-quality instruction. Differentiation and hands-on learning is critical for supporting English Language Learners. I will be utilizing various manipulatives (such as the Sight-word Bingo) and creation-based projects (with assistance from the anchor charts) to support all learning styles for whole and small group instruction. Students will be able to use classroom community supplies to express higher-order thinking and creativity. Classroom organizers such as the file holder, laminator, and cart will help students maintain their materials, create centers for data tracking, and create classroom independence. By supporting this project, you will be helping to ensure fair and equal education for this community.

Mr. Temple Louise A. Spencer Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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More than three‑quarters of 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

82 students impacted 25donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25 x 30 Inches, 30 Sheets/Pad, 2 Pads (561), Yellow Lined Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper, Super Sticking Power • Amazon Business $39.39 3 $118.17
Colorations Giant Person Shapes for Kids, Set of 24, Cardstock, DIY, Decorate Your Own, All About Me, Gingerbread Men, Blank People Shapes, School Art Project, Arts & Crafts, Model:KIDCARD • Amazon Business $26.32 4 $105.28
Mead Spiral Notebook, Wide Ruled, 1 Subject, 70 Sheets, 8 x 10.5 Inches, Assorted Colors (05510) Pack of 24 • Amazon Business $31.57 3 $94.71
Mind Reader All Purpose Utility Cart with Handles and 4 Storage Drawers, Silver • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
Clipboards (Set of 30) by Office Solutions Direct! ECO Friendly Hardboard Clipboard Pack, Low Profile Clip Standard A4 Letter Size, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $33.90 2 $67.80
Crayola Crayon Classpack, School Supplies, 16 Colors (50 Each), 800 Ct • Amazon Business $62.88 1 $62.88
EXPO Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 36 Pack • Amazon Business $28.95 2 $57.90
Pacon Adjustable Chart Stand, 28 x 53 to 64 Inches, Chrome Steel • Amazon Business $53.01 1 $53.01
AdirOffice File Organizer Classroom - Office - Home - Corrugated Cardboard (30 Slots, Black) • Amazon Business $48.95 1 $48.95
Laminator Machine for A3/A4/A6, YE381 Thermal Laminating Machine for Home Office School Use with 50 Pouches, Paper Trimmer and Corner Rounder • Amazon Business $47.69 1 $47.69
Crayola Broad Line Markers Bulk, School Supplies, 16 Bold Colors, 256 Count • Amazon Business $47.61 1 $47.61
Mead Loose Leaf Paper, Wide Ruled, 200 Sheets, 10-1/2" x 8", Lined Filler Paper, 3 Hole Punched for 3 Ring Binder, Writing & Office Paper, Perfect for College, K-12 or Homeschool, 3 Pack (73183) • Amazon Business $11.94 3 $35.82
Crayola Colored Pencils, Bulk Classpack, Classroom Supplies, 12 Assorted Colors, 240 Count • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
GE 6 Outlet Surge Protector, 10 Ft Extension Cord, Power Strip, 600 Joules, Twist-to-Close Safety Covers, Black, 37442 • Amazon Business $12.91 2 $25.82
Prismacolor 3620 Premier Double-Ended Art Markers, Fine and Chisel Tip, 12 Pack • Amazon Business $23.21 1 $23.21
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks, Washable, 7 Gram, 30 Count • Amazon Business $10.99 2 $21.98
TICONDEROGA Pencils, Wood-Cased, Unsharpened, Graphite #2 HB Soft, Yellow, 96-Pack (13872) • Amazon Business $10.28 2 $20.56
Monthly Calendar Pocket Chart, Blue • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Scissors Bulk 20-Pack, Taotree 8" Multipurpose Scissors, Soft Comfort-Grip Handles Stainless Steel Sharp Scissors for School Office Home, High/Middle School Classroom Class Scissors Supplies • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Crayola Construction Paper, 240 Count, 2-Pack (total 480 count) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Trend Enterprises T6064 Sight Words Bingo • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$997.33

Vendor shipping charges

 $7.98

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,050.27

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$185.34

Total project goal

$1,235.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,235.61

23 Donors

-$790.32

Donations toward project cost

-$701.77

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$88.55

match offer

-$410.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$348.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$61.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$35.29

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