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Ms. Ford from Houston, TX is requesting technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mathematicians on a Mission

My students need a tablet, math software and games, math and science learning centers, and other supplies to cement objectives through independent manipulation.

  • $2,350 goal

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My Students

Coming from a school district that was shut down by the state for unjust education, my students have faced many obstacles the average 50-year-old has never faced. They come to school to learn despite the lack of stability at home. They are eager mathematicians and soaring scientists.

My students are inner-city children, striving for the success many have said they will never be able to achieve.

I have future presidents, lawyers, doctors, and cosmetologists who look fear and opposition in the eyes and laugh. They are inquisitive, skeptical, hardworking and humorous second graders. The district that previously served these children stole their educational shine. We are trying to restore the years of damage brought upon these children. I will admit that I have non-readers and kindergarten level readers in my 2nd grade classroom, but I also have eager, education-seeking mathematicians who will run this world like nobody's business. Have you ever heard of children asking for more homework? I hadn't either, until I met this group of children. The only groans I've ever heard about homework is when I didn't give them homework. My group of all-stars would benefit from your sponsorship and will truly appreciate the support of all stakeholders in their education.

My Project

My students need a tablet, math software and games, math and science learning centers, and other supplies to cement objectives through independent manipulation. My graduating class of 2025 will use these materials to advance their mathematical and science skills and improve cross-curriculum knowledge. The tablet will be used to integrate technology into the classroom and make learning more fun for them! The many science and math stations and software will be used to gain real world knowledge of math and science skills and how things evolve and change. They will also be used as a way for our students to take charge over their own learning and success. Nothing is more special than walking into a room and having every child knee-deep in learning! With these stations and software, that will be completely attainable.

This project is so important because, at young ages, students innately have a love for math, numbers, inquiry and unknowns.

I believe that with access to these materials, I will deepen the love my students have and send them into the future with a continued interest in these highly critical fields. I want my kids to have the chance to compete academically with anyone. I need my kids to want to achieve and to know that there are people out there rooting for their success!

Ms. Ford Shadydale Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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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

150 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple® iPad® mini Wi-Fi - tablet - iOS 6 - 32 GB - 7.9 • Best Buy for Business $389.99 1 $389.99
PP115X - Math Software Suite - Elementary - Single License CD-ROMs • Lakeshore Learning Materials $379.00 1 $379.00
FF835X - Math Activity Stations - Complete Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $349.00 1 $349.00
FF390X - Elementary Science Instant Learning Centers - Complete Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $199.00 1 $199.00
HH400X - Math Instant Learning Centers - Gr. 2-3 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $199.00 1 $199.00
HH431 - Hands-On Instant Science Activity Library • Lakeshore Learning Materials $149.00 1 $149.00
PP940X - Math Folder Game Libraries - Gr. 2-3 - Complete Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 1 $129.00
DD660X - Science Bingo Library • Lakeshore Learning Materials $45.00 1 $45.00
DS102 - Daily Science Activities - Grade 2 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
HH340 - Science Quiz Game Show - Gr. 1-3 - Single License CD-ROM • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
PP358 - Operations & Algebraic Thinking: Mole in the Hole! Arcade Game - Single License CD-ROM • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
FG722 - Glimmer Stickers - Class Pack • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 1 $14.99
DD222 - Super Sticker Variety Pack • Lakeshore Learning Materials $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$1,937.94

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$29.07

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,997.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$352.41

Total project goal

$2,349.42

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $2,349.42

1 Donor

-$2,349.42

Donations toward project cost

-$1,997.01

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$352.41

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