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Ms. T Akponye from Newark, NJ is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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STEM Storyteller

Help me give my students crackers, disinfecting wipes, copy paper, pencils, and more.

  • 6 donors
  • $81 still needed thanks to a match offer

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My Project

This project will provide students with the craft supplies needed for fun, hands-on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) activities. With these materials, students will build, create, and experiment with projects like simple machines, bridges, and energy models. These activities will help them understand STEM concepts in a fun and exciting way.

Hands-on learning lets students think creatively, solve problems, and work together.

By using craft supplies, they can bring their ideas to life and learn important skills that will help them in the future. Your support will give them the tools they need to explore and enjoy STEM subjects.

By providing essential materials and resources, this project will empower low-income students to participate in SECME competitions and science fairs, fostering their interest and skills in STEM fields. Your support will help us bridge the gap and create equal opportunities for all students to succeed.

The goal of this project is to enhance the creative and literacy skills of my STEM students by providing them with essential supplies, including markers, pens, p,encils and lined writing paper. The copy paper will help us print our work, do classwork, and make posters during STEM. writing, and drawing. The materials that have been requested are markers, writing lined paper, pens, pencils, copy paper, wipes, and snacks.

Thank you.

Ms. T Akponye Central 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

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.

More about Ms. T Akponye

Newark, NJ 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

110 students impacted 6donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crackers Variety Pack Individually Wrapped Assortment Including Crackers and Cheese Snack Pack, Crackers with Peanut Butter, Lance, Goldfish, Ritz, Austin, Cheez-Its and More Bulk (40 Count) • Amazon Business $39.99 3 $119.97
Clorox Value Pack Disinfecting Wipes 35 Wipes/Canister 3/Pack 15/Carton (30112) • Staples $54.91 1 $54.91
Staples White Box 8.5 x 11 Copy Paper 20 lbs. 92 Brightness White 5000 Sheets/Carton (324791/200230) • Staples $47.82 1 $47.82
Dixon Ticonderoga #2 Pencil 24 Count • Kaplan Early Learning Company $8.96 5 $44.80
EXPO Chisel Tip Dry Erase Markers, Low-Odor Assorted Colors, Pack of 36 - Ideal for Classrooms, Offices, and Homes • Amazon Business $20.71 2 $41.42
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use • Amazon Business $20.36 2 $40.72
Crayola© Colored Pencils - Classpack© of 240 • Nasco $38.36 1 $38.36
Notebook Paper College Ruled, Loose Leaf Paper College Ruled Notebook Paper, Lined Filler Paper for 3 Ring Binders - 10.5” X 8", for Students, College, School Classroom - 100 Sheets/Pack (12 Pack) • Amazon Business $29.49 1 $29.49
Paper Mate InkJoy Retractable Gel Pens Medium Point 0.7mm Assorted Ink 14/Pack (1951636) • Staples $14.61 2 $29.22
TRU RED 8.5 x 11 Copy Paper 20 lbs. 92 Brightness 500 Sheets/Ream 5 Reams/Carton (TR56960) • Staples $28.41 1 $28.41
Chinco 5 Pieces Gel Ink Pens 0.5 mm Quick Dry Ink Pens Retractable Ink Pens Bulk Rolling Ball Gel Ink Pens Fine Point Smooth Writing Pens for Office Home, Black Refill, 5 Colors • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97
Sharpie S-Gel Retractable Gel Pens, Medium Point, 0.7mm, Assorted Ink, 8/Pack (2096148/2126231) • Quill.com $12.02 1 $12.02
Quill Brand?White Out Pen Style Correction Tape, 2/Pk (52040-QL) • Quill.com $9.80 1 $9.80

Materials cost

$520.91

Vendor shipping charges

 $19.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.81

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$578.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.12

Total project goal

$680.79

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $680.79

5 Donors

-$460.00

Donations toward project cost

-$398.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$61.50

General Motors match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $161.96

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