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Ms. Shelley from Pacoima, CA is requesting professional development through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Professional development

National Certification for My Special Need Students!

I need assistance in paying for each of the four components of the National Board Certification process.

  • $1,170 goal

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My Students

“Sometimes real superheroes live in the hearts of small children fighting big battles” ~ Anonymous

My students are my superheroes.

They are smart and capable. They are unique, caring, and hilarious. Each day brings on a new adventure and I love to watch them explore and grow.

My students all have special needs. They are in an inclusive classroom 100% of the time. I collaborate with another wonderful teacher and four amazing aides who help to bring out the best in these children.

My Project

According to the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, or NBPTS, "Every student deserves to be taught by an accomplished teacher. National Board Certification was designed to develop, retain and recognize accomplished teachers and to generate ongoing improvement in schools nationwide."

Earning my certification in the area of Exceptional Needs will require me to reflect on my students individual learning needs.

I will meet my students where they are at academically, while still challenging them to learn, think and grow in that knowledge. Increasing their critical thinking skills, understanding mathematical concepts, and advancing their technological proficiency will be my main focuses.

Ms. Shelley Haddon Avenue Early Education Center 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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Pacoima, CA View local requests

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

25 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Component Company Total
Activity National Board for Professional Teaching Standards $950.00

Trip cost

$950.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$994.25

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$175.46

Total project goal

$1,169.71

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,169.71

3 Donors

-$1,169.71

Donations toward project cost

-$994.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$175.46

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