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a) The overall purpose of this project is to provide students with immediate access to essential classroom tools—such as hanging folders, Post-its, colored cards, colored folders, and a student mailbox—directly at their group’s movable cart. This addresses the need to reduce disruptions, eliminate time spent retrieving materials, and create a more equitable system where every student has the resources needed to participate fully in class. By placing supplies at their seats, the project fosters a learning environment that is more organized, efficient, and student-centered.
b) The academic outcome this project supports is improved student engagement and productivity in mathematics. When supplies are easily accessible, students can focus their energy on note-taking, problem-solving, and collaborative group work rather than on finding or waiting for materials. The project also encourages the development of strong organizational habits, accountability for their own learning tools, and consistency in keeping up with assignments, all of which contribute to greater mastery of mathematical concepts and improved academic performance.
School supplies - Markers, paints, paper, crayons, clay, pencils, sharpies, modeling dough, etc.
Project Description
a) This project will equip each student group’s movable cart with an organized supply system that includes hanging folders, Post-its, colored cards, different colored folders, and a student mailbox for graded work. These items will be readily available at students’ tables, ensuring that all learners have the tools they need to take effective notes, access graded assignments, and stay organized throughout class. Activities will include students using color-coded folders and cards for organization, retrieving missed or graded work from their mailbox, and using Post-its for interactive learning tasks and math problem-solving strategies. The carts will be restocked and maintained regularly so that they remain reliable learning hubs throughout the year.
b) This project meets the needs of students by minimizing wasted time and maximizing instructional focus. Instead of leaving their seats to search for supplies or collect missed assignments, students will have immediate access to everything they need to be successful. This reduces classroom disruptions, supports consistent engagement, and promotes a sense of independence and accountability. For the classroom, the carts create a more efficient structure that supports differentiated learning by allowing students to independently retrieve resources tailored to their needs. At the school level, the project advances broader goals of academic achievement and student responsibility by modeling an effective system of organization that can be replicated across grade levels and subject areas.
a) As a result of this project, students will experience improved access to essential classroom supplies, allowing them to stay seated, organized, and engaged during lessons. They will be able to take more effective notes, access graded work promptly, and manage their materials independently. The project will also foster stronger student responsibility and organizational skills, as learners will rely on the cart system to maintain and retrieve their own resources. Overall, the carts will create a more efficient learning environment that maximizes instructional time and supports academic success.
b) Outcomes will be measured through:
Classroom observations of student independence and decreased movement for supplies.
Tracking assignment completion, particularly for students who access their mailboxes for graded work.
Student surveys assessing ease of access to materials, organization, and satisfaction with the system.
Teacher logs of time spent on transitions or distributing materials, compared before and after implementation.
The grant funds will be used to purchase organizational supplies and a movable cart system for each student group in the math classroom. Specifically, funds will cover hanging folders, Post-its, colored cards, colored folders, and a student mailbox for graded work. These items will be stored on the carts at students’ tables, ensuring immediate access to essential materials without leaving their seats.
This funding directly aligns with the submitted items to be purchased, as the carts and supplies are the central tools required to implement the project. By providing these resources, the grant will facilitate student independence, improve classroom efficiency, and maximize instructional time. The investment supports both academic achievement and the development of organizational skills, offering lasting benefits for classroom management and student success in mathematics.
| # | Item | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Really Good Stuff Classroom Mail Center - 27 Slots, Black - Office Mailboxes, Mail Sorter, Classroom Organization, Mailbox Organizer for Students and Teachers | $86.99 |
| 2 | Pendaflex Recycled Hanging Folders | $263.07 |
| 3 | Pendaflex Reinforced Hanging File Folders, Letter Size, 1/5 Cut, Assorted Jewel-Tone Colors, 25/BX (4152 1/5 ASST2) | $183.87 |
| 4 | Post-it Super Sticky Notes Multi-Size Supernova Neons | Lined | Double Sticking Power | 15 Pads, Pack of 12 | $234.24 |
| 5 | Tenceur 24 Pcs Tri Fold 3 Pocket Folder Plastic Folders with Pockets for Work Class Office Back to School Supplies (Black) | $32.99 |
| 6 | Tenceur 24 Pcs Tri Fold 3 Pocket Folder Plastic Folders with Pockets for Work Class Office Back to School Supplies (Purple) | $32.99 |
| 7 | Tenceur 24 Pcs Tri Fold 3 Pocket Folder Plastic Folders with Pockets for Work Class Office Back to School Supplies(Red) | $31.99 |
| 8 | Koogel Index Cards 3x5, 252PCS Colored Flash Card Dividers with Tabs, Dividers Notecards Memo Scratch Pad for Studying Color Coding Project School Supplies Learning Recipe Note Taking To Do List | $7.99 |
| 9 | Taxes | $52.56 |
| Total: | $926.69 |
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Only $926.69 Needed
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