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Ms. Stephanie from Brooklyn, NY is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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What is the American Dream?

My students need the graphic novel March by Congressman John Lewis so they can delve in to the major themes of the Civil Rights movement.

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My Students

I have the privilege of teaching 60 ninth grade ESL students Government this year. My students come from Yemen, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Mexico, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Georgia just to name a few. They are sharp students who are eager to show me what they know and I make it a priority to harness that enthusiasm in each of my units. I teach at a high needs school in Coney Island, Brooklyn in Russian speaking community and many of these students rarely venture out and explore on their own. It is important for me to introduce concepts that they could relate to and more importantly that will encourage them to be lifelong independent learners.

My Project

In my 9th grade Government class my students will be exploring what the American Dream means for immigrants and citizens. They will make connections between themselves and notable immigrants like Alexander Hamilton. Furthermore, they will explore what the American Dream meant and still means for African Americans. It is my hope that they will draw connections between the two groups. The graphic novel March by John Lewis captures both the essence of the Civil Rights movement and also depicts beautifully the plight of African Americans in their pursuit of equality and freedom which are foundational elements of the American Dream.

Ms. Stephanie Abraham Lincoln High School Grades 9-12

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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.

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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

60 students impacted 16donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
March: Book One • Amazon Business $11.72 60 $703.20

Materials cost

$703.20

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$743.75

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$131.25

Total project goal

$875.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $875.00

16 Donors

-$851.18

Donations toward project cost

-$743.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$107.43

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$23.82

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