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Mrs. Mettenburg from Chicago, IL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Strong Start in 3rd Grade

Help me give my students the necessary supplies they will need throughout the school year to be successful, not only academically, but socially, emotionally, and physically, as well.

  • $1,326 goal

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My Students

I am a departmentalized math and science teacher to 60 amazing third graders that attend a turnaround school on the southeast side of our city. My students are considered high-needs and have many stressors compared to the average 9 to 10-year-old. Because of this, I work very hard to make sure my students receive the learning, resources, and exposure they need to surpass what some statistics may say.

Students are reminded every day that they are at school to not only grow academically but grow emotionally, socially, and physically, as well, to achieve their dreams.

In my classroom, we support each other, no matter what. We build off of each other's strengths and weaknesses and celebrate our differences. Additionally, at our school, we believe that all students can achieve no matter what. We do not make assumptions and always set high expectations.

My Project

In my 8 years of teaching, I have noticed that the items on my list are the supplies my students frequently go through and need throughout the year. Unfortunately, many of them do not come with these items for various reasons. You will notice when looking at the items some support basic care needs. With budget cuts, all of these are things I purchase in order to best care for my students.

Coming in from recess and getting a properly cleaned wound with a band-aid seems so basic, however, when a nurse is not in the building 5 days a week, I need those items readily available to care for my student in a timely manner.

With your support, my students will start the school year off strongly with the supplies and materials they need to be successful, not only academically, but successfully cared for the way they deserve to be cared for.

As a math and science teacher I will use these items to teach through problem solving. The composition grid notebooks are great for students to work through problems in a more inquiry based, problem solving approach. My school has recently adopted a new style of teaching mathematics through Japanese Lesson Study Alliance. Students use their journals, highlighters, crayons, and colored pencils to demonstrate their thinking and model through mathematics. Students then engage in rich conversations around the math they see their peers using and make connections between strategies.

Mrs. Mettenburg O'Keeffe School of Excellence 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.

More about Mrs. Mettenburg

Chicago, IL 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

60 students impacted 16donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Oxford Composition Books, 9-3/4" x 7-1/2", Graph Rule, Black Marble Covers, 80 Sheets, 12 per Box (63786) • Amazon Business $19.48 5 $97.40
Pen Pal Pen Holders, 50 Pieces per Bag, Assorted Colors (PENPAL-1) • Amazon Business $45.48 2 $90.96
Brother DR-630 DCP-L2520 L2540 HL-L2300 MFC-L2680 L2685 L2700 Drum Unit in Retail Packaging • Amazon Business $84.98 1 $84.98
PURELL Advanced Hand Sanitizer, Refreshing Gel, 8 fl oz Hand Sanitizer Counter Top Pump Bottles (Case of 12) – 3015-12-CMR • Amazon Business $40.97 2 $81.94
Wholesale Bulk Headphones Earphones Earbuds - Kaysent(KHP-25Mixed) 25 Packs Mixed Colors(Each 5 Pack) Stereo Headphone for School, Classroom, Airplane, Hospiital, Students,Kids and Adults • Amazon Business $73.98 1 $73.98
Brother Genuine TN660 High Yield Black Toner Cartridge • Amazon Business $53.97 1 $53.97
Medpride Instant Cold Pack (6”x 9”) – Set of 24 Disposable Cold Therapy Ice Packs for Pain Relief, Swelling, Inflammation, Sprains, Strained Muscles, Toothache – for Athletes & Outdoor Activities • Amazon Business $24.92 2 $49.84
Better Office Products Red Plastic 2 Pocket Folders with Prongs, Heavyweight, Letter Size Poly Folders, 24 Pack, with 3 Metal Prongs Fastener Clips, Red • Amazon Business $23.99 2 $47.98
Better Office Products Yellow Plastic 2 Pocket Folders with Prongs, Heavyweight, Letter Size Poly Folders, 24 Pack, with 3 Metal Prongs Fastener Clips, Yellow • Amazon Business $23.99 2 $47.98
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Black, 36 Count • Amazon Business $22.57 2 $45.14
Creative Kids Bulk Crayons Classroom Classpacks Sets – 36 Packs of 24 Assorted Wax Coloring Crayons For Party Favors Preschool, Kindergarten, School & Art Crafts Supplies – ASTM Non Toxic • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Crayola Bulk Colored Pencils, Pre-sharpened, Back to School Supplies, 12 Assorted Colors, Pack of 24 • Amazon Business $40.00 1 $40.00
Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils, Yellow, Pre-sharpened, Class Pack, 576 pencils in box by Madisi • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Kleenex Professional Facial Tissue for Business (03076), Flat Tissue Boxes, 12 Boxes / Convenience Case, 125 Tissues / Box • Amazon Business $17.75 2 $35.50
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes 320 ct, 2 Lemon + 2 Ocean, (4x80ct),Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $11.49 3 $34.47
BAZIC Bright Color 3-Ring Pencil Pouch w/ Mesh Window - 24 Pack (804-24) • Amazon Business $28.48 1 $28.48
X-ACTO School Pro Classroom Electric Pencil Sharpener, Blue, 1 Count • Amazon Business $27.26 1 $27.26
30 Multicolored Dry Erase Pockets, Oversize 10 x 13 Pockets, Perfect for Classroom Organization, Reusable Dry Erase Pockets, Teaching Supplies, 30 Pack • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Sharpie Tank Style Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Assorted, Box of 12 • Amazon Business $5.99 4 $23.96
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted, 36 Count • Amazon Business $23.40 1 $23.40
Amazon Brand - Presto! 308-Sheet Mega Roll Toilet Paper, Ultra-Soft, 24 Count • Amazon Business $22.25 1 $22.25
Band-Aid Brand Adhesive Bandage Family Variety Pack, Sheer and Clear Bandages, Assorted Sizes, 280 ct • Amazon Business $10.46 2 $20.92
BIC Xtra Smooth Mechanical Pencil, Medium Point (0.7mm), 40-Count • Amazon Business $6.63 2 $13.26
MedPride Powder-Free Nitrile Exam Gloves, Medium, Box/100 • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks, Washable, 7 Gram, 30 Count • Amazon Business $8.88 1 $8.88
Care Touch Sterile Alcohol Prep Pads, Medium 2-Ply - 300 Alcohol Wipes • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$1,080.30

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$16.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,126.50

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$198.79

Total project goal

$1,325.29

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,325.29

15 Donors

-$1,325.29

Donations toward project cost

-$1,126.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$198.79

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