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Mr. Richardson from New York, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mental Health Matters for NYC Kiddos

Help me give my students supplies to get through the school year. These things are used in our NYC School Classroom to make the kids happy and feel supported.

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My Project

I am a NYC Public School Math Teacher in a HS in downtown Manhattan. I have been a teacher for over ten years. This year I am teaching Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and AP Pre-Calc. We still see the effects of the COVID lockdown in our classrooms. Students are more hesistant to engage and talk with their classmates than before the pandemic. I am hopeful that these supplies will help students feel happy and successful, especially in math class, which is difficult for students.

I am asking for some items to make my classroom more enjoyable and create a fun working aesthetic to learn.

We are asking for Lysol wipes to keep the desks clean and smelling fresh so students feel compelled to learn with one another and safe in the classroom.

I am asking for fun erasers for our classroom - - so that students feel a warm friendly vibe in the classroom and can use these erasers to fix their math problems. We want to let kids know that mistakes are welcome. And these erasers say that mistakes are fun too ! These animal erasers are perfect.

I am requesting Dragon Shield card sleeves so that students can play math games with them with cards. Games are a big part of learning mathematics and probability. These shields will allow students a boost of fun and enjoyment that their mental health deserves.

We have requested Expos so students can work together at the board on math problem. These are essential to get kids talking to one another. I find that so much screen time has deteriorated students mental health during the pandemic. We want to take a break from screens and encourage students to talk to one another and write things on the board as a team.

Mr. Richardson High School of Economics & Finance Grades 9-12

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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

150 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1921062) • Staples $22.80 8 $182.40
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 3 $44.91
Dragon Shield Matte: Emerald (100 StŸck) • Amazon Business $14.95 2 $29.90
Puffs Plus Lotion Facial Tissue, 2-ply, 124 Tissues/Box, 6 Boxes/Pack (39383) • Quill.com $13.39 2 $26.78
150 Pack Pencil Erasers Animal Erasers for Kids Puzzle Erasers 3D Mini Erasers Food Vegetable Sport Fruit Take Apart Eraser Classroom Rewards Game Prizes Treasure Box Party Favors for Kid Gifts • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Jumbo Soft Dice • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 1 $24.99
UMIKU 100 Pack Animal Pencil Erasers 3D Desk Pet for Kids Mini Puzzle Take Apart Eraser Student Classroom Prizes Rewards Easter Egg Fillers Treasure Box Back to School Supplies Kid Party Favors Gift • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
EXPO Dry Erase Whiteboard Cleaning Spray, 22 Ounces • School Specialty $12.97 1 $12.97
KINGOU Wooden Colorful Ten-Storey Tower of Hanoi Logic Puzzle Brain Teaser Intellectual Toy • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
Staples Erasers Assorted Colors Dozen (771352) • Staples $0.43 1 $0.43

Materials cost

$375.33

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.55

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$413.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$72.97

Total project goal

$486.48

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $486.48

1 Donor

-$486.48

Donations toward project cost

-$413.51

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$72.97

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