Building The Foundation: Startup Classroom Supplies

The Description

After completing Teach for America’s - 2017 Phoenix 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.

PledgeCents allows me to keep whatever I raise, 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:

Tiggly offers physical manipulatives that interact with literacy, math, and creative thinking learning apps for students. This provides students with opportunity to engage in digital learning through developmentally appropriate technology. The Tiggly Thinker Kit combines one set of Tiggly Words and one set of Tiggly Digits.

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.

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Comments (9)

Jordan Yee July 26, 2017

Hey bro just wanted to let you know how much I support you and am proud of such a big leadership role you've recently taken with TFA! We've come a long way since freshman year in Braiden and I can't wait to see what your future holds.

Julia M July 25, 2017

You're going to be a great teacher!

Raechelle Fields July 25, 2017

Because my heart is full of joy seeing my old middle school gain an amazing individual and someone who will truly care for the students.

Linda A. July 25, 2017

This will be one of best times of a students education. I know you will inspire them to be the best at all they can be....and they will remember you forever.. Go make a difference in their lives. Super proud of you.

Leslie July 25, 2017

I love you and I'm so proud of you! ❤️

Linda Apio July 25, 2017

Armando Apio will be such a wonderful teacher and a great asset to your school. His students will be so greatful to have a teacher with so much compassion for what he does. Congratulations Armando Apio

Mom July 25, 2017

You are going to be an awesome teacher. Go mold the minds of our future! We are so very proud of you.

Keyman July 25, 2017

Build the next Bill Nye!

Kevin Sanchez July 25, 2017

Hey brother! I'm proud of you going into the world of education and molding these young minds into something inspiring. I remember when I was in middle school, those were the most memorable times in my life, this is the time when they are still willing to believe. Good luck bro!

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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.