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Mrs. Paolocci from Madison, WI is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Molding our Minds

Help me give my students hands on tools (and their accessories) for learning!

  • $283 goal

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My Students

In my typical day, I see about 165 students and we learn about Advanced Placement Psychology!

I work in a High School environment and interact with juniors and seniors in my classroom.

55% of the students that I interact with are low-income students that are every bit deserving of a classroom that can provide them with all types of different learning opportunities. Right now I love coming into my classroom every day. I love everything about learning and teaching; however, I feel that my students still have barriers to their learning.

My Project

My project includes games and materials that I can use within my Psychology classroom to help all of my students learn. It also includes materials for the "behind the scenes" classroom. Things I need so that I can ensure everyone gets the same lesson!

I like to lead my students through individual and group learning opportunities.

The use of the models and taste kits will allow the students to experience hands on learning. Hands-on learning allows for some students to access the material in a different way. It sure is more fun than just lecturing. My students grow so much over the year and I like to be able to show them that their community cares!

Mrs. Paolocci East High School Grades 9-12

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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Madison, WI View local requests

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

165 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
PD MODELING COMPOUND 3 OZ CANS SET OF 48 • School Specialty $38.90 1 $38.90
Electric Black Pencil Sharpener • Teachers' School Supply $35.62 1 $35.62
Neenah Paper Astrobrights Bright Assortment, 8 1/2 X 11, Assorted, 24 Lb, 500 Sheets/ream • Quill.com $25.88 1 $25.88
Wausau Paper AstroBright Color Laser/Inkjet Paper, Warm Colors, 24lb, Letter, 500 Sheets • Quill.com $25.88 1 $25.88
C2G 5ft Wiremold Corduct Overfloor Cord Protector - Gray - cable protector • Best Buy Education $9.45 2 $18.90
MODEL- EYE CROSS SECTION • Frey Scientific $18.35 1 $18.35
Insignia? - 10'3-Outlet Extension Power Cord - Black • Best Buy Education $4.71 2 $9.42
Dixie PerfecTouch Insulated Hot Cup by GP PRO, 12 oz., Coffee Haze, 50/Pack (5342CD) • Quill.com $6.37 1 $6.37
Quill Brand Heavy-Duty Plastic Cutlery Forks, Black, 100/Box • Quill.com $5.35 1 $5.35
Quill Brand Heavy-Duty Plastic Cutlery Spoons, Black, 100/Box • Quill.com $5.35 1 $5.35
CHALK WASHABLE SIDEWALK CRAYOLA SET OF 12 • School Specialty $2.55 1 $2.55
PAPERS PTC TASTE PK/100 • Frey Scientific $2.33 1 $2.33
CHALK HOLDER PLASTIC • School Specialty $1.41 1 $1.41

Materials cost

$196.31

Vendor shipping charges

 $10.69

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.94

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$239.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$42.34

Total project goal

$282.28

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $282.28

5 Donors

-$282.28

Donations toward project cost

-$239.94

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$42.34

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