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Dr. Martin-Chambers from Miami, FL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reading Supplies for Students in Need

Help me give my students supplies to use in our intensive reading class daily.

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My Students

We are a school in a low-income area. Many of our students don't have the basic necessities to come to school or the means to purchase necessary supplies. At our school, we often give out vouchers for free school uniforms because parents cannot afford to purchase uniforms. We have given out book bags filled with supplies to the most needy students so that they can have their basic classroom needs met. Other students may start with materials but lose track of them due to many housing moves throughout the year. Majority of the students are on free or reduced lunch. I love my students desire to learn, their lack of resources can stifle the ability to do their best.

My students are faced with several challenges both in and out of the classroom.

Despite the many challenges they face, I am looking to provide my students with meaningful learning experiences. Their desire to learn is strong and many are optimistic to push through the challenges that they are presented. If given the tools, my students can soar academically.

My Project

My students are in need of paper, glue sticks, pens, and pencils to use in our reading class. Basic supplies are in need for my students. They will use the pencils every single day so that they can take notes and use those notes to study.

This year my students really struggled bringing in the basics.

Pencils, paper and glue are just some of the basics they need in order to be successful this year. These are the basic necessities to help my students continue learning this school year.

My students will be able to use the resources in each course that I teach. My students are intrigued with learning and I want to make sure that they have everything that they need to succeed.

Dr. Martin-Chambers Earlington Hgts Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
TRU RED 8.5" x 11" Printer Paper, 20 lbs., 92 Brightness, 500/Ream, 10 Reams/Carton (TR56958) • Staples Advantage $40.73 1 $40.73
TRU RED Teacher Pack 5" Kids Blunt Tip Stainless Steel Scissors, Straight Handle, Right and Left Handed, 12/Pack (TR55058) • Staples Advantage $24.99 1 $24.99
BIC Wite-Out EZ Correct Correction Tape, 10/Pack (50790) • Staples Advantage $22.19 1 $22.19
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Black, 36/Pack (1884739) • Staples Advantage $21.87 1 $21.87
Pilot G2 Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Red Ink, 12/Pack (31022) • Staples Advantage $15.29 1 $15.29
Staples Brights Multipurpose Paper, 24 lbs, 8.5" x 11", Assorted, 500/Ream (20201) • Staples Advantage $12.58 1 $12.58
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., 30/Pack (E556) • Staples Advantage $12.24 1 $12.24
Expo Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Point, Assorted, 12/Pack (80699) • Staples Advantage $10.84 1 $10.84
Staples Wooden Pencils, No. 2 Medium Lead, 24/Pack (51709 • Staples Advantage $4.49 2 $8.98
Staples Pastel Multipurpose Paper, 20 lbs, 8.5" x 11", Assorted, 400/Pack (14804) • Staples Advantage $6.40 1 $6.40
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Blue Ink, 60/Pack (GSM609BE) • Staples Advantage $5.00 1 $5.00
BIC Round Stic Xtra-Life Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, Black Ink, 60/Pack (GSM609-BLK) • Staples Advantage $5.00 1 $5.00

Materials cost

$186.11

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.79

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$218.90

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$38.63

Total project goal

$257.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $257.53

1 Donor

-$128.76

Donations toward project cost

-$109.45

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.31

match offer

-$128.76

Match offer toward project cost

-$109.45

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.31

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