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Ms. Bender from Miami, FL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Make Math and Science Possible for Future Thinkers and Dreamers

Help me give my students a year of success, most of my students are ESOL/ESE students. I know that my students can be successful because of people like you who bless them and show them goodness! Thank you!!

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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 Project

My goal for this projects is help all of my students. Most of my students come from poor economic backgrounds. We all know teachers spend their own money, and last year, I was working two jobs because my second job paid for everything. However, this year I am only working as a teacher who will make sure to focus on helping my students get into magnet schools. Most of my students scored Level 1 on the Fast last year so I have a lot of work to do but these items from my project will help me achieve this goal I have. To help students be successful! A little goes a long way. Most of my family members donated from my Amazon wishlist but I didn’t even know this existed until my brother told me about it because he used to be an art teacher. I would do anything for my students, which is why I am asking for your help and support! God has answered my prayers by having my family and friends donate, but I know that He can continue to answer my prayers. Answer my prayers and my students’ prayers for a year of success! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

Ms. Bender Riverside 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 half 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

50 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Fidget Bands for Classroom Chair, Seats, Desk, or Bounce Bands - Anti-Snap & Non-Slip - Flexible Seating for Kids with ADHD and Sensory Needs (24) • Amazon Business $58.99 1 $58.99
Crayola Broad Line Markers Classpack (256 Ct), Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Kids Markers For School, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $55.14 1 $55.14
Makey Makey STEM Kit from Joylabz, Educational Science Kits, 1000s of Engineering and Computer Coding Activities, Hands-on Technology Learning Fun, Engineering Kits for Kids, STEM Kits • Amazon Business $49.90 1 $49.90
Calm Strips: Original CLASSROOM PACK 30 Sensory Focus (fidget toys, social emotional learning awareness, teen mental health stickers, calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $40.00 1 $40.00
HBlife 2 Pcs Acrylic Magnetic Dry Erase Marker Holder Wall Mount, 10 Slots Whiteboard Marker Holder for Office, School and Home, Marker, Eraser and Whiteboard Cleaner Not Included, Black • Amazon Business $33.89 1 $33.89
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $10.90 3 $32.70
Daily Science Reproducible Activities Workbook - Gr. 5 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
hand2mind Magnetic Force Science Lab Kit (90740) • Quill.com $28.79 1 $28.79
Rarlan Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fluorescent, 96 Count Bulk Pack • Amazon Business $24.96 1 $24.96
LEGO Classic Creative Transparent Bricks Building Set 11013 for Girls and Boys, STEM Toy and Preschool Hands-On Learning Toy, Includes Wizard, Unicorn, Lion, Bird, and Turtle • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Black, Low-Odor, Pack of 36, Perfect for Whiteboards, Non-Porous Surfaces & Home Offices • Amazon Business $20.44 1 $20.44
EXPO Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 36 Count • Amazon Business $20.36 1 $20.36
ThinkFun Gravity Maze Marble Run Brain Game and STEM Toy for Boys and Girls Age 8 and Up: Toy of the Year Award Winner • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
I Have...Who Has...? Math, Grades 4-5 • Quill.com $19.43 1 $19.43
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Bridge Builders Set (LER9461) • Quill.com $17.81 1 $17.81
5th Grade Jumbo Math Success Workbook: 3 Books in 1--Basic Math, Math Games and Puzzles, Math in Action; Activities, Exercises, and Tips to Help Catch ... and Get Ahead (Sylvan Math Jumbo Workbooks) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
180 Days of Math: Grade 5 - Daily Math Practice Workbook for Classroom and Home, Cool and Fun Math, Elementary School Level Activities Created by Teachers to Master Challenging Concepts • Amazon Business $15.35 1 $15.35
5th Grade Science: Daily Practice Workbook | 20 Weeks of Fun Activities (Physical, Life, Earth and Space Science, Engineering | Video Explanations Included | 200+ Pages Workbook) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Lysol Disinfectant Wipes Bundle, Multi-Surface Antibacterial Cleaning Wipes, contains x2 Lemon & Lim Blossom, Crisp Linen, Mango & Hibiscus, Pack of 4 • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
5th Grade Common Core Math: Daily Practice Workbook - Part I: Multiple Choice | 1000+ Practice Questions and Video Explanations | Argo Brothers (Next Generation Learning Standards Aligned (NGSS)) • Amazon Business $14.31 1 $14.31
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Snack Stacks, Lunch Snacks, Office and Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (27 Cups) • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
Nabisco Team Favorites Variety Pack, OREO Mini, CHIPS AHOY! Mini, Teddy Grahams Honey & Barnum's Animal Crackers, School Snacks, 30 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97
Sharpie Tank Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Assorted Mild Pastel Colors, Pack of 12 • School Specialty $11.77 1 $11.77
Cheez-It Classic Cheese Snack Mix 0.75 oz. 12 Bags/Pack (KEE11719) • Staples $10.50 1 $10.50
Brain Quest Workbook: 5th Grade Revised Edition (Brain Quest Workbooks) • Amazon Business $9.39 1 $9.39
Sharpie Chisel Tip Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 8 • Blick Art Materials $9.10 1 $9.10
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets - 9 x 11.5-Inch, 50-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $8.55 1 $8.55
Elmer's Disappearing Purple School Glue Sticks, Child-Friendly, Acid-Free and Washable - 7 Grams, Pack of 30 • Amazon Business $7.64 1 $7.64
OWLKELA Magnetic Dry Erase Erasers 12 Pcs, White Board Accessories for Kids, Ideal for Refrigerator, glass whiteboard, Magnetic Soft Whiteboard, Easily Clear all Marks • Amazon Business $7.49 1 $7.49
Who Eats What?: Food Chains and Food Webs (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) • Amazon Business $7.19 1 $7.19

Materials cost

$664.54

Vendor shipping charges

 $12.63

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$717.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$126.55

Total project goal

$843.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $843.69

1 Donor

-$562.45

Donations toward project cost

-$478.09

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$84.36

match offer

-$281.24

Match offer toward project cost

-$239.05

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$42.19

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