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

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Sturdy Writing Utensils for Quirky Scholars

Help me give my students the sturdy, writing utensils they need to be prepared for class everyday. Mechanical pencils will last longer and my students love them so they are more likely to keep track of it.

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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 Students

My middle schoolers are inquisitive, creative, and enthusiastic. For many of them, the first half of this school year has been about readjusting to school routines and expectations. One of the ongoing routines we practice everyday is being prepared.

As a diverse learners instructor, being prepared is a challenge that some of my students face transitioning class to class.

And that almost always includes having a writing utensil.

Mechanical pencils and pens are more sturdy than lead pencils and would help some of my students avoid walking to the pencil sharpener every five minutes. Help me help all of my students be more prepared for every class and stay engaged for longer periods of time.

My Project

These mechanical pencils and pens will allow my student's access to sturdy, long lasting writing utensils. Some of my students are obsessively sharpening their lead pencils throughout the day or easily lose track of them and need a new one every class period. Having a mechanical pencil or pen would allow them to continue writing without interruption for longer periods of time as well as decrease the likelihood of work avoidance behaviors and potential distractions during large group instruction. Mechanical pencils and pens are sought after by my students over lead pencils in almost all circumstances. The differing tactile grips allows my students to continue practicing their fine motor skills as well as their overall organization skills. These writing tools will not only promote independence and responsibility among the diverse learners I teach but also create a more fluid and productive learning environment for everyone.

Mr. Hobbs Jordan Community School Grades 6-8

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 Mr. Hobbs

Chicago, IL 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
C Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencil, Clear Barrel, Medium Point (0.7mm), 320-Count • Amazon Business $57.83 3 $173.49
BIC PENS Large Bulk Pack of 240 Ink Pens, Bic Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pens Medium point 1.0 mm, 120 Black Pens & 120 Blue Pens in Box Combo Pack • Amazon Business $24.55 1 $24.55

Materials cost

$198.04

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$231.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$40.77

Total project goal

$271.78

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $271.78

3 Donors

-$135.89

Donations toward project cost

-$115.51

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.38

match offer

-$135.88

Match offer toward project cost

-$115.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.38

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 $0.00

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