This year, I have the privilege of joining Teach for America and teaching science to 90 incredible 5th graders at Harambee Institute of Science and Technology Charter School. I will also be responsible for setting up my first classroom.

One of the biggest hurdles that students in high-need schools face is a lack of materials, which makes it difficult for kids to learn to the best of their abilities. To start the year off right, I will use the funds that I raise to purchase startup supplies that allow me to create a space that is clean, energizing, and exciting for kids. 

PledgeCents allows me to use whatever I raise (minus their applicable fees), so anything you can contribute will be impactful for my first year of teaching. Here is a list of some of the materials that your generous investment will help provide for my students:

• Pencils
• Pens
• Paper (looseleaf, construction paper, graph paper, chart paper)
• Poster board
• Magic Markers 
• Dry Erase Markers
• Glue sticks 
• Tape
• Stapler 
• Paper clips 
• Rubber bands
• Tissues 
• Hand Sanitizer
• Materials needed for hands-on labs
• Access to scientific publications and articles
• Laminator 
• 3 hole punch 
• Etc.

Thank you for helping to create an environment where our future scientists can creatively and critically interact with the world around them. 

Back Up Plan