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Ms. Banks from Pleasantville NJ is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Help Bring Color And Excitement To Our Math Classroom!

Help me give my students a colorful learning experience. I teach middle school math and I love to incorporate coloring, and colorful paper into our math activities. Help us replenish our classroom supplies.

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My Project

I'm reaching out because I really want to up my middle school math classes with some colorful supplies. Imagine having color pencils, crayons, vibrant paper, pencils, and even a pencil sharpener. These aren't just for show; they're going to make a huge difference. They'll let my students dive into math in a fun, visual way, which is super helpful for understanding those tricky concepts.

My main goal?

To make math class a place where everyone actually wants to be. We're going to use these supplies for awesome coloring math activities. It's a cool way to show that math isn't just numbers on a page—it can be colorful, creative, and totally interesting. Plus, it's a great fit for all the different ways my students learn.

What's so special about my students? Well, they've got this incredible willingness to try new things, even when it's tough. They come to class ready to tackle whatever's thrown their way. With these art supplies, they can show off what they've learned in a way that lets their personalities shine. Imagine turning a graphing assignment into a piece of art!

Getting these supplies means we can build a classroom that's more than just a room—it's a community where everyone's excited to learn and share. It's about giving my students a chance to take charge of how they learn, work together, and see their confidence in math soar. In the end, we're not just learning math; we're turning it into something we can all be proud of.

Ms. Banks
Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
School Smart No 2 Pencils, Pre-Sharpened, Hexagonal with Latex-Free Erasers, Pack of 144 - Wood - Comfortable • School Specialty $29.47 4 $117.88
X-ACTO SchoolPro Electric Pencil Sharpener, Black - Heavy Duty • School Specialty $59.99 1 $59.99
Cra-Z-Art Crayon Classroom Pack, Assorted Colors, 800/Pack (CZA740031) • Quill.com $41.39 1 $41.39
Crayola Colored Pencils Classpack (240 Ct), Bulk Classroom Supplies, Colored Pencils for School, 12 Assorted Colors, Nontoxic • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Bostitch Twist-n-Sharp Duo 2-Hole Pencil Sharpener, Assorted Colors • School Specialty $6.22 5 $31.10
Astrobrights Color Paper, 8.5" x 11", 24 lb/89 gsm,"Joy" 5-Color Assortment, 500 Sheets (91414) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Astrobrights Color Paper, 8.5” x 11”, 24 lb/89 gsm,"Spectrum" 25-Color Assortment, 150 Sheets (80933-01) • Amazon Business $10.97 1 $10.97

Materials cost

$314.31

Vendor shipping charges

 $20.90

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$369.92

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$65.28

Total project goal

$435.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $435.20

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 $435.20

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