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Mr. Cleary from Bronx, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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School Supplies = Successful Scholars!

Help me give my students access to basic supplies that are necessary to their classroom success including paper, colored pencils, markers, scissors, and graph paper.

  • $853 goal

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Mr. Cleary has another project! Donate to Positive Behavior Rewards to help his classroom.

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This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

In today's technologically advanced world, the value of traditional classroom tools like paper, colored pencils, and scissors might seem overlooked. However, these seemingly simple items hold immense significance in fostering creativity, critical thinking, and hands-on learning experiences among students.

Paper serves as a blank canvas where ideas can be expressed freely through drawing, writing, or crafting.

It encourages brainstorming, planning, and organizing thoughts, essential skills for academic and personal development. Colored pencils add vibrancy and versatility to artistic endeavors, stimulating imagination and allowing for visual representation of concepts. They also aid in developing fine motor skills and attention to detail. Meanwhile, scissors enable students to engage in tactile activities, such as cutting and crafting, promoting spatial awareness and problem-solving abilities.

My goal for incorporating these materials into the classroom is to create a dynamic learning environment where students can explore, experiment, and create without limitations. By providing access to these tools, I aim to cultivate a culture of innovation and self-expression, where every student feels empowered to share their ideas and contribute to the learning community.

What sets my students apart is their diversity of talents, backgrounds, and perspectives. They are resilient, curious, and eager to learn, constantly inspiring each other and me to strive for excellence. With the right resources and support, I am confident that they will achieve great heights and make a positive impact in the world.

Mr. Cleary Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 Grades 6-8

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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Bronx, NY View local requests

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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lettermark Multi-Purpose Copy Paper, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, White, 1500 Sheets • School Specialty $29.02 6 $174.12
Crayola© Original 10-Color Fine-Tip Marker Classpack© of 200 • Nasco $69.80 2 $139.60
Crayola© Crayons and Markers Combo Classpack© • Nasco $63.20 2 $126.40
Crayola Classpack Kids' Colored Pencils, Assorted Colors, 240/Carton (68-8024) • Quill.com $44.09 2 $88.18
Stainless Scissors - Pkg of 12, Blunt • Blick Art Materials $40.66 2 $81.32
Pacon Graph Paper, 8.5" x 11", 500 Sheets/Pack (P2411) • Quill.com $15.83 2 $31.66

Materials cost

$641.28

Vendor shipping charges

 $44.01

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$724.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$127.93

Total project goal

$852.84

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $852.84

2 Donors

-$502.84

Donations toward project cost

-$427.41

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$75.43

Matching donations from our partners

-$350.00

Match offers toward project cost

-$297.50

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$52.50

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 $0.00

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