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Grades 6-8
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Ensuring Hygiene and Wellness

Help me give my students sanitary items to maintain a clean and healthy environment for our students. Your support for our DonorsChoose project will directly impact the well-being of our students by providing essential hygiene supplies.
Mr. Maldonado
North Shore Middle School•
Houston, TX
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $870 still needed

Teaching All to Be Kind

Help me give my students a cup press to learn and teach students how to spread kindness through art.
Ms. Towns
Riverdale Middle School•
Riverdale, GA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $542 still needed

Snack to STAAR

Help me give my students snacks to keep them motivated on our final push to STAAR! I have seen small prizes like this encourage student participation and information retention.
Ms. Woodard
Ruby Sue Clifton Middle School•
Houston, TX
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $172 still needed

Adding New AAPI Voices

Help me give my students new books featuring AAPI protagonists in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
Ms. Ullman
Elmhurst United Middle School•
Oakland, CA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $332 still needed
  • $166 for now
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Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to A Northern California Family.$166 for now, thanks to a match.

Time to Refill our Basic School Supplies!

Help me give my students basic school supplies which may be an extravagance their families must forego.
Mrs. Tran-Baron
Carrillo Elementary School•
Westminster, CA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $298 still needed
  • $149 for now
2X
Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to Kleenex.$149 for now, thanks to a match.

Where Do You Find Free Samples!

Help me give my students supplies needed to care for any health issues while in school.
Ms. Nurse Mayfield
The Anchor School•
Decatur, GA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $1,189 still needed

Using The Beauty Of Art To Express My Feelings

Help me give my students acrylic paint, brushes, and canvases to help express their feelings through art.
Ms. Santana
Dr Javier Saenz Middle School•
Penitas, TX
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $390 still needed

Making History Come Alive

Help me give my students supplies such as glue sticks, sharpies, construction paper, scissors, tape and a new tape dispenser so they can complete their history day projects so they can compete in National History Day.
Mrs. Cumbey
Sadler Arts Academy•
Muskogee, OK
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $475 still needed

Two Back-Supported Chairs

Help me give my students more comfortable seating options. Our current stools are not comfortable for some students who need more back support.
Mrs. Joslin
Sequoyah Middle School•
Broken Arrow, OK
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $493 still needed

Comfy & Fidgety

Help me give my students flexible seating and fidgets to make their school day a success.
Ms. Scott
Clinton Rosette Middle School•
Dekalb, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $574 still needed
Professional development

Best Books for Best Practice

I need professional development books to stay up-to-date on best teaching practices!
Mrs. Abbey
Frye Elementary School•
Chandler, AZ
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $522 still needed
  • $261 for now
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Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to LOFT.$261 for now, thanks to a match.

Seating For Success

Help me give my students flexible seating to increase motivation and focus within the classroom; the kickbands are perfect for kiddos with ADHD! Bean bag chairs are a comfy addition in any classroom, and again provides another option.
Ms. Battaglia
Horizon Science Academy - Denison•
Cleveland, OH
  • 2 donors so far
  • $336 still needed

Displaying Creativity and Talent in Art

Help me give my students the gift of displaying their talent and creativity in art by helping purchase a display board that will showcase their work to their parents, families, friends, and local community.
Mrs. Johnson
Imperial Middle School•
La Habra, CA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $1,379 still needed

We need a new bean bag for our break space!

Help me give my students a new washable bean bag for their break space!
Ms. Sara
Rise Preparatory Academy•
Springfield, MA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $191 still needed

Parent Engagement Events

Help me give my students items to help increase parent engagement by 50%.
Ms. James
Dr Pitts - Ashburton Elementary School 58•
Baltimore, MD
  • 1 donor so far
  • $253 still needed

Help Provide Replacement Soccer Equipment

Help me give my students replacement soccer gear/supplies. Goalie gloves with wrist and finger protection help prevent injuries. Cones and new soccer balls will be used for drills and practice. First Aid kit for any small injuries.
Ms. Tyra
Winburn Middle School•
Lexington, KY
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  • $250 still needed
  • $125 for now
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Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to Mission Tiger.$125 for now, thanks to a match.

Basics Needed to Succeed

Help me give my students basic school supplies to help our special education classroom.
Mr. Wilson
Norman S Weir Elementary School•
Paterson, NJ
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $176 still needed

Learning Incentives to Keep Middle School Students Motivated

Help me give my students motivation and incentives to put forth their best effort during their standardized test.
Ms. Abad
Emerson Middle School•
Union City, NJ
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $394 still needed

Give Our Students the Gift of Music

Help me give my students the gift of music and give them a drum set for the drummers in our school.
Ms. D
Envision Academy of Arts and Technology•
Oakland, CA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $914 still needed

Vibrant Learning: Enhancing Classroom Engagement and Organization

Help me give my students color ink and storage. These items are essential for a 7th-grade classroom to enable vibrant, engaging visual aids for lessons and ensure organized, easily accessible materials for both teaching and learning activities.
Mrs. Hornbarger
Winnemucca Junior High School•
Winnemucca, NV
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  • $747 still needed

Exciting, Innovating, Live, with News Now!

Help me give my students the opportunity to experience media productions at our Middle School to give them a way to express themselves and their creativity.
Mrs. Lam
Governor Sanford Dole Middle School•
Honolulu, HI
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $938 still needed

Freshen Up Our Library's Shelves!

Help me give my students the gift of shiny, fancy, hot new books!
Ms. Tarvin
Stewart Middle School•
Tacoma, WA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $888 still needed

Advocacy Through Art

Help me give my students Pasca Markers to add details to our collaborative art projects and murals.
Ms. Lombard
Derby Middle School•
Derby, CT
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $483 still needed
  • $242 for now
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Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to The Dalio Family.$242 for now, thanks to a match.

Unique Whiteboards and Colored Markers Boost Learning

Help me give my students dry-erase whiteboards and markers to work more actively and collaboratively in group activities.
Ms. Chen
Junior High School 259 William McKinley•
Brooklyn, NY
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $324 still needed

Radiant Futures: Elevating Our 8th Grade Celebration

Help me give my students a fancy promotion by getting a photo backdrop, dinnerware, and more.
Ms. Berenice
Elmhurst United Middle School•
Oakland, CA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $292 still needed
  • $146 for now
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Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to A Northern California Family.$146 for now, thanks to a match.

STEM/Robotics Clubs

Help me give my students these items to promote an interest in STEM by students who are participating in Robotics Club.
Mrs. Hauck
Spring-Ford 5th 6th Grade Center•
Royersford, PA
  • 1 donor so far
  • $2,260 still needed

Helping Newcomers Feel Welcome, Safe and Cared For

Help me give my students items that will help them feel extra safe and cared for while they are at school - menstrual pads, locker locks, cups for tea, and snacks.
Ms. Polly
Roosevelt Middle School•
Oakland, CA
  • 2 donors so far
  • $500 still needed
  • $250 for now
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Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to A New York City Parent.$250 for now, thanks to a match.

Independently Read to Lead

Help me give my students independent reading books to increase their engagement in reading outside of class time.
Mrs. Laskowski
Niangua School•
Niangua, MO
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $554 still needed

Glow Getter Promotion

Help me give my students an unforgettable promotion dinner dance by getting neon glow gear such as balloons and giant glow sticks.
Ms. Berenice
Elmhurst United Middle School•
Oakland, CA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $321 still needed
  • $161 for now
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Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to A Northern California Family.$161 for now, thanks to a match.

Make and Take

Help me give my students the opportunity to create their own designs and turn them into products.
Mrs. Quinones
Sierra Middle School•
Bakersfield, CA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $717 still needed
  • $359 for now
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Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to Chevron.$359 for now, thanks to a match.

Breakfast for Champions

Help me give my students a warm and healthy start to their day.
Ms. Owens
Waimea Middle Public Charter School•
Kamuela, HI
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $1,007 still needed

Sensory Tools for Sensational Brains

Help me give my students with special needs much-needed sensory tools such as a color-changing light center, sensory cushions, and a weighted lap pad so that they can explore and determine what works for them. I am creating a sensory exploration group and break space, and these tools would be perfect.
Ms. Carrie
Pacific Middle School•
Des Moines, WA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $575 still needed

Chairs, Chairs, Chairs!

Help me give my students sturdy chairs so they have a comfortable place to sit in school!
Ms. Hanauer
Juniata Park Academy•
Philadelphia, PA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $1,439 still needed

Laser Engraving Our Way Through Middle School

Help me give my students a laser engraver to keep those creative juices flowing in STEM.
Ms. Monterrubio
Reeds Creek Elementary School•
Red Bluff, CA
  • 1 donor so far
  • $87 still needed

Headphones For All!

Help me give my students durable headphones! This would help ALL of my students to ensure that all instructional audio was available to them without needing their own!
Ms. Stoll
Atascadero Middle School•
Atascadero, CA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $318 still needed

STEM Class with Makey Makey

Help me give my students Makey Makey kits to investigate how the sense of touch can be used to manipulate various inputs.
Ms. Gilles
Mott Hall IV•
Brooklyn, NY
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $198 still needed

Can We Build a Sustainable Ecosystem?

Help me give my students a chance to create a terrarium. This experiment will provide hands-on experience with engineering, microbiology, water, carbon, nitrogen cycles, and stewardship. We will need a glass container, pebbles, charcoal, succulents, and moss.
Mrs. Kiefer's
Basha High School•
Chandler, AZ
  • 2 donors so far
  • $841 still needed

Student Hygiene Closet

Help me give my students access to basic hygiene supplies they may not have at home.
Mrs. Murphy
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School•
Anaheim, CA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $421 still needed

Backpacks & Cleaning Wipes for My Amazing English Language Learners!

Help me give my students clear backpacks and wipes so they can stay safe and be germ-free!
Ms. Hanauer
Juniata Park Academy•
Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 donors so far
  • $68 still needed
  • $34 for now
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Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to Kleenex.$34 for now, thanks to a match.

*Scholar Success Showcase Celebration*

Help me give my students poster board decorations for their end of year, 'Scholar Success Showcase!' This is when they present and celebrate their growth from the whole year in a middle school-wide celebration day!
Mrs. Norton
New Heights Charter School of Brockton•
Brockton, MA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $2,233 still needed

Track and Field Exposure and Success for Students

Help me give my students a greater exposure to track and field.
Mr. Holmes
High Plains School•
Loveland, CO
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $1,290 still needed
  • $645 for now
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Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to Mission Tiger.$645 for now, thanks to a match.

Getting My Kids the Books They Want to Read!

Help me give my students books they want, like the Harry Potter baking cookbook, graphic novels like Falling Short, and more manga!
Mr. D.
Will C Wood Middle School•
Sacramento, CA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $409 still needed
  • $205 for now
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Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to A Northern California Family.$205 for now, thanks to a match.

Tasty Snacks for Students!

Help me give my students their preferred snacks to they may concentrate on their work.
Ms. Rios
Animo Flrnce - Firestone Charter Middle School•
Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 donors so far
  • $86 still needed

Hygiene Help for Tweens and Teens

Help me give my students feminine hygiene supplies to increase agency, dignity, and comfort.
Ms. Mallett
Williston-Elko Middle School•
Williston, SC
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $593 still needed
  • $297 for now
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Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to A New York City Parent.$297 for now, thanks to a match.

Girls' Empowerment Bracelets

Help me give my students the materials needed to collaborate with other 8th grade girls to create inspiring bracelets to empower themselves and build connections with 3rd grade girls.
Mrs. Berman
Long Beach Middle School•
Long Beach, NY
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $330 still needed

Classroom Supplies

Help me give my students new supplies to help motivate them and help inspire creativity.
Ms. Robinson
Veterans Memorial Middle School•
Blue Island, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $429 still needed

Make Our Small Auditorium Come Alive!

Help me give my students a short-throw projector for their school musical production of Annie Jr.
Mr. H.
St David Unified School•
Saint David, AZ
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $3,476 still needed

A Sound Reading Library

Help me give my students a music themed reading library for silent reading.
Ms. Schweitzer
McLoughlin Middle School•
Vancouver, WA
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $212 still needed

Exploring Realistic Fiction With Gary Paulson’s “Hatchet”

Help me give my students a class set of the novel “Hatchet” by Gary Paulson so they can experience the joy of adventure and make connections to a character their age who inspires independence and perseverance.
Mrs. Hatfield
Corner Lake Middle School•
Orlando, FL
  • 2 donors so far
  • $230 still needed

It's a Matter of History

Help me give my students the skills they need to study about country's past.
Mrs. Peele
Contentnea - Savannah School•
Kinston, NC
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $422 still needed
  • $141 for now
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Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to a local family foundation.$141 for now, thanks to a match.

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