I spent the month of July completing Teach for America - 2016 Philadelphia Institute.  Beginning next week, I will be responsible for the instruction and content area supports of English Language Learners of all level. I can't wait to plan, collaborate with my instructional team, decorate my classroom, and (of course!) meet my students and their families. One of the biggest challenges facing students in under-served schools is a lack of basic materials and resources. It makes it exponentially more difficult for students to take part in activities and classwork when they do not have the necessary supplies.

I will use the funds raised to purchase the start-up supplies needed to welcome my students to a classroom that is clean, engaging, and stocked with materials. This will allow me to provide the required supplies to students who might not have them otherwise. I will also purchase copy paper to ensure that I can provide my students with high quality learning materials including: exit tickets, independent activities, and homework, among other things.

Here is a complete list of the materials that your generous investment will help provide for my students:

• 2 Boxes of Paper (10 Reams) - $50
• Tissues (18 Pack) - $36
• 2 Boxes of Pencils (288 Count) - $30
• Paper Towels (12 Rolls) - $28
• Anchor Chart Paper (2 Pack) - $27
• 2 Packs of Dry Erase Markers (32 Count) - $22
• Hand Sanitizer (Pack of 2) - $20
• 3 Packs of Erasers (36 Count) - $18
• 2 Packs of Ballpoint Pens (48 Count) - $15
• Clorox Disinfecting Wipes (3 Pack) - $12
• Grading Pens (12 Count) - $12
• 3x5 Index Cards (10 Packs) - $12
• Pack of Highlighters (50 Count) - $10
• Post-it Notes (24 Pads) - $9
• Sharpie Chart Markers (8 Count) - $9
• Sharpie Permanent Markers (12 Count) - $7
• Paper Clips (Assorted 450 Count) - $6

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