Building The Foundation: Startup Classroom Supplies

The Description

After completing Teach for America’s - 2018 New-york Institute I will be responsible for my very own classroom! I can't wait to decorate and meet my students and their families. One of the biggest hurdles that students in high need schools face is a lack of the necessary materials that are needed daily. It makes it infinitely more difficult for students to take part in activities and classwork when they do not have basic supplies.

To get the year started off right, I will use the funds that I raise to purchase the startup supplies needed to welcome my students to a classroom that is clean and stocked full with materials. This will allow me to provide the required supplies to students that otherwise would not have them. I will also purchase copy paper to ensure that I can provide my students with high quality learning materials, whether that is exit tickets, independent activities, or homework. Thank you so much in advance for supporting me and my students at the beginning of this exciting journey.

Every dollar I receive will be put towards classroom supplies so anything you can contribute really will make a difference for my first year. I want to make a great impression and a lasting impact on my first group of students and letting them know that they have a community that supports them both near and far will definitely get us on the right track. Here is a complete list of the materials that your generous investment will help provide for the students of my very first classroom:

Back Up Plan

If I do not meet my goal, I will purchase as many materials as possible. I will prioritize the materials that are most essential to students (pencils, paper, etc.) as they are the most important to ensuring that students can participate in daily lessons.

Fundraiser Updates (1)

Thank You!

August 13, 2018

Thank you so much to everyone who contributed to this effort! With the help from the 24 of you - and everyone who shared this fundraiser with friends, coworkers, and loved ones - I was able to meet and surpass my goal! I look forward to sharing pictures of my finished classroom in the fall and, of course, endless stories about my experiences as a teacher. Thanks again!

Comments (6)

Maggie July 20, 2018

I've worked with your amazing mom for many years and I know she is so proud of you. Congratulations on your graduation and sending my best wishes to you as you start your first year of teaching.

Good luck Julius July 20, 2018

So proud of you!

Ron Spink July 20, 2018

Best of luck!!!

Alicia Rivera July 18, 2018

So very proud of you - congrats again on pursing your dream in helping and teaching these young minds and making a difference!

Kayla July 16, 2018

go daddy <3

Shawma July 8, 2018

Good luck Juju <3 supporting you!!!!

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About the Creator

I am excited to be a part of the TFA family and join the movement to solve education inequity in this country and provide all students with a quality education. I'm fortunate enough to be selected from a nationwide talent applicant pool to join a teacher corps comprised of leaders who commit a minimum of two years to teach in high need public schools. This summer I will be participating in an intensive skill and knowledge development program aiming to increase student achievement as well as a comprehensive professional development program including seminars, discussion groups, workshops, and content and professional learning communities specific to teaching license areas. I can't wait for my first year with Teach for America.

Investments (24)

$25

Edwin Kraft

5 years ago

$20

Margaret Coulter

5 years ago

$25

Maria Negron

5 years ago

$50

Ron Spink

5 years ago

$25

Anonymous

5 years ago

$15

Anonymous

5 years ago

$25

Kay Ross-Baker

5 years ago

$50

Richard Strachan

5 years ago

$40

Alicia Rivera

5 years ago

$50

Christie Bardo

5 years ago

$25

Holly Miller

5 years ago

$25

Chris Lustan

5 years ago

$15

Howard H Lubinger

5 years ago

$20

Debora J Reda

5 years ago

$25

Kayla Kim

5 years ago

$50

Anonymous

5 years ago

$10

Ankitha Mandava

5 years ago

$20

Ricky Abichandani

5 years ago

$15

Maia E Berlow

5 years ago

$10

aanand shah

5 years ago

$25

Shawma Chun

5 years ago

$50

Christian Alequin

5 years ago

$10

Trisha Maniar

5 years ago

$10

Anita Rao

5 years ago