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Ms. Regina from Jamaica, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Unlocking Creativity: Empowering the Next Generation of Super Writers!

Help me give my students a journal to practice writing in every day!

  • $174 goal

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My Project

In the world of early education, the ability to express oneself through writing is a skill that lays the foundation for a lifetime of learning and success. That is why proving 1st graders with writing journals is absolutely imperative.

Writing journals serve as a tool for young minds to explore their thoughts, feelings, and ideas in a safe and supportive environment.

By encouraging daily journaling, we are not only enhancing their writing skills but also their creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression.

Through writing, 1st grade students can develop and refine their vocabulary, spelling, and grammar skills. They learn to construct sentences and paragraphs, and organize their thoughts in a logical manner. These essential writing skills will not only assist them through their academic journey but also empower them to effectively communicate their ideas in any future career.

Ms. Regina Jamaican Children's 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

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.

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Jamaica, NY 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

30 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Classic Primary Composition Book - Set of 10 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $28.99 4 $115.96

Materials cost

$115.96

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$147.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.06

Total project goal

$173.76

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $173.76

1 Donor

-$86.88

Donations toward project cost

-$73.85

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.03

match offer

-$86.88

Match offer toward project cost

-$73.85

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.03

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 $0.00

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