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Ms. Halvorson from Birmingham, AL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Unlock Creativity: Help Fuel My Students’ Learning Journey!

Help me give my students access to high-quality, engaging resources that will enhance their learning experience and spark their creativity through Teacher's Pay Teachers.

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My Project

For this project, the specific items I’m requesting—educational materials from Teachers Pay Teachers—will make a significant difference in my students’ learning by providing them with high-quality, interactive resources tailored to their individual needs. These resources will allow me to create dynamic, personalized lessons that engage students on different levels, helping them understand complex concepts in a fun and accessible way. From differentiated reading activities to hands-on STEM projects, the materials will support my students in both strengthening their skills and sparking their creativity.

My goal for this project is to ensure every student has access to resources that cater to their unique learning styles, whether that means working at their own pace or collaborating with classmates on exciting, interactive activities.

I hope to foster a love for learning, boost engagement, and increase academic success by providing an environment where students feel challenged, supported, and inspired.

What makes my students special is their enthusiasm, curiosity, and resilience. They come from diverse backgrounds, bringing unique perspectives and experiences into the classroom, which makes for an incredibly vibrant learning environment. Despite the challenges they may face, they are determined, creative, and eager to learn. This project will help provide them with the tools they need to continue thriving and discovering new ways to reach their full potential.

Ms. Halvorson Chalkville Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

More about Ms. Halvorson

Birmingham, AL 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

16 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00

Materials cost

$100.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $8.15

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$139.65

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$24.64

Total project goal

$164.29

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $164.29

4 Donors

-$164.29

Donations toward project cost

-$139.65

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.64

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