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Dr. Tracy Ross from Jackson, MS is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Snowstorm Relief: Empowering Students for a Brighter Tomorrow

Help me give my students relief from a snowstorm to ensure positive learning.

FULLY FUNDED! Dr. Tracy Ross's classroom raised $988

This project is fully funded

My Project

Good Morning/Afternoon Readers,

In the dynamic landscape of education, the impact of seemingly simple items like bright color paper, a bookshelf, snacks, and Gatorade should not be underestimated.

Our students have gone through so much because of the recent Snowstorm in Jackson, MS. Our scholars were left with frozen pipes and no electricity. To have a smooth transition from this storm to ensuring learning happens every day, I am requesting the items mentioned above. Utilizing construction paper for visual aids enhances comprehension and retention of complex concepts, aids students in grasping abstract ideas in the academic realm, and plays a pivotal role in note-taking, a practice proven to enhance understanding and knowledge retention. Proper hydration and nutrition positively impact cognitive function, fostering an environment where students can optimize their learning potential. The inclusion of bright color paper, snacks, and Gatorade in educational settings goes beyond mere convenience. These tools are integral to creating an environment that nurtures creativity, supports cognitive development, and ensures the overall well-being of students. Providing the following items will help educators like me in providing a safe learning environment as students are still impacted by the aftermath of a snowstorm. Snowstorms in Jackson led to unexpected school closures and disrupted the academic calendar. Having these essential supplies will ensure that students are physically comfortable to maintain their focus and engage with the content.

Dr. Tracy Ross Lanier High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Rolanstar Bookshelf with Wooden Drawer, 9 Shelf Tree Bookshelf, Modern Book Storage, Free Standing Tree Bookcase, Utility Organizer Shelves for Home Office, Living Room, Bedroom, Rustic Brown • Amazon Business $68.99 2 $137.98
Feeding the Soul (Because It's My Business): Finding Our Way to Joy, Love, and Freedom (A Feeding the Soul Book) • Amazon Business $13.39 8 $107.12
ZESEN 10 Outlet Heavy Duty Long Power Strip Surge Protector with 4ft Cord for Garage Workshop Workbench, ETL Certified, Black • Amazon Business $38.69 2 $77.38
Bostitch Office Impulse Heavy Duty Electric Stapler Value Pack, 45 Sheet Capacity, Includes 5,000 Staples & Staple Remover, No-Jam, Faster Stapling, Black • Amazon Business $50.18 1 $50.18
Johnson & Johnson All-Purpose First Aid Kit, 160 Pc. (202045) • Quill.com $21.59 2 $43.18
Astrobrights Colored Paper, 24 lbs., 8.5" x 11", Lift-Off Lemon, 500 Sheets/Ream (21011) • Quill.com $19.61 2 $39.22
The Game Savior • Amazon Business $18.45 2 $36.90
Bright Color Paper, Neenah Astrobrights®, Letter Paper Size, 24 Lb, FSC® Certified, Pulsar Pink, Ream Of 500 Sheets • Amazon Business $17.49 2 $34.98
Neenah Astrobrights® Bright Color Paper, Letter Size Paper, 24 Lb, 30% Recycled, FSC Certified, Celestial Blue, Ream Of 500 Sheets • Amazon Business $14.33 2 $28.66
OREO Mini Cookies, Mini CHIPS AHOY! Cookies, RITZ Bits Cheese Crackers, Nutter Butter Bites & Wheat Thins Crackers, Nabisco Cookie & Cracker Variety Pack, 50 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $27.49 1 $27.49
Gatorade Classic Thirst Quencher, Variety Pack, 12 Fl Oz (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $12.84 2 $25.68
Neenah Astrobrights Bright Color Paper, 8 1/2in. x 11in., 24 Lb, FSC Certified, Fireball Fuchsia, 500 Sheets, 22681 • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Frito-Lay Party Mix Variety Pack, (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $23.29 1 $23.29
Lay's Potato Chips, Variety Pack, 1 Ounce (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $21.86 1 $21.86
Smartfood Popcorn, White Cheddar, 0.625 Ounce (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $21.86 1 $21.86
I Did a New Thing: 30 Days to Living Free (A Feeding the Soul Book) • Amazon Business $20.98 1 $20.98
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit & Superfruit Bulk Variety Pack, Great For School Lunches, Gluten Free, 0.8 Oz Individual Single Serve Bags (Pack Of 60) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
All Hope is Found: Rediscovering the Joy of Expectation • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$745.72

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$52.20

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.19

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$839.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$148.08

Total project goal

$987.19

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$987.19

1 Donor

-$987.19

Donations toward project cost

-$839.11

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$148.08

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$0.00

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