Year after year, teachers in New York have had to fill in the gap left by their schools' thin budgets for expenses as essential as classroom supplies.
During the 2019-20 school year, New York teachers spent an average of $463 on school supplies, according to data from the National Center for Education Statistics, with 95% using personal funds.
Some teachers turn to crowdfunding platforms like GoFundMe and Donors Choose to cover the cost of basic items like crayons, pencils, and snacks for their students.
Chalkbeat New York is collecting stories from teachers about their preparations for the 2024-25 school year and their experiences purchasing supplies out-of-pocket.
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