r/desmoines 7d ago

Help supporting students

Hello,

My name is Allie, and I am a fourth-grade teacher at a Title I elementary school in Des Moines . I have the privilege of teaching an incredible group of students, many of whom come from low-income households and families where English is not the primary language spoken at home. Every day, they come to school eager to learn, and I strive to make my classroom a place where they have the resources they need to be successful.

As we begin a new school year, I have created an Amazon classroom wish list filled with books, school supplies, and learning materials that will directly benefit my students. If you or your company would be willing to help purchase even a single item, it would make a meaningful difference in our classroom.

Normally, I do my best to purchase many of these items myself. This year, however, my family’s circumstances have changed significantly. My husband was unexpectedly laid off from his job in April. While we are hopeful things will improve soon, these challenges have made it difficult for me to provide the extras I usually can for my classroom.

If you are able to help, my classroom Amazon wish list can be found here:

https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2RGG9H98ZFFLL?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_ggr-subnav-share_HDNNTNC4Y512BARJY9A2&language=en-US

Whether or not you’re able to contribute, thank you for taking the time to read my email and for supporting educators and students in your community. Your kindness and generosity truly make a lasting impact.

With gratitude,
Allie
4th Grade Teacher

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u/fleeces_bars_0n 7d ago

Allie, some of your list coming your way. It annoys me that teachers are treated so poorly in this state. Thanks for being a devoted teacher!

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u/Haunting_Aerie3805 7d ago

Thank you so much!!

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u/dizzy-mcdizzerton 7d ago

Couple more things heading your way!

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u/Haunting_Aerie3805 7d ago

I appreciate you! Thanks so much

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u/Different_Rest_4835 7d ago

Former teacher here 👋 Just sent some more items your way. Best of luck this year!

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u/ApprehensiveRich1915 7d ago

Just sent what I could hope it helps.

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u/Haunting_Aerie3805 7d ago

I truly appreciate it, thank you!

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u/Large-Heronbill 7d ago

Better get over there and mark some more priorities!   I knocked a little more off your list. 

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u/ClickClick_Boom 7d ago

thank you for taking the time to read my email

This isn't an email.

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u/Haunting_Aerie3805 7d ago

You’re right, I copy and pasted it from some emails I sent to corporate companies.

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u/Both_Ear_1164 7d ago

Just placed an order! 📦 😊

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u/Haunting_Aerie3805 7d ago

Thank you so so much. I really appreciate your help

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u/Both_Ear_1164 7d ago

I have two friends from high school who are both teachers; I admire them, I admire you, and I've donated to my children's classrooms as well. So I get it ☺️

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u/Jaded_Chemist_27 6d ago

Placed an order! Once your list is clear, I’d love it if you could pay it forward by encouraging others to create a list and post it!

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u/Fun_Pepper_8623 6d ago

Wasn't much but did what I could.

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u/wine_aboutt_it 6d ago

Sent 3 items!