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Ms. Strickland from Chadbourn, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Strickland's classroom raised $1,446

Back-to-School Basics for Bright Minds

Help me give my students the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed each day. With supplies like a whiteboard, pencils, paper, Expo markers, headphones, and cleaning supplies, my students will have the resources they need in the classroom.

Ms. Strickland Chadbourn Elementary School

Chadbourn, NC Grades 3-5

My Project

My students are curious, resilient, and eager to learn. They bring unique personalities, ideas, and talents into our classroom each day, and I love watching their confidence grow as they discover new things.

The resources in this project will support both learning and classroom community.

Pencils and paper will ensure students have the basic tools they need to complete assignments, practice new skills, and express their creativity. Expo markers and a whiteboard will allow for interactive learning during small-group instruction and hands-on math and reading activities. Cleaning supplies will help us maintain a healthy and welcoming learning environment where students can focus and thrive.

Headphones are an important tool for independent learning, allowing students to fully engage with educational technology, listen to reading passages, complete online assignments, and work at their own pace without distractions. A standing desk will provide a flexible seating option for students who focus better when they can move and change positions throughout the day, helping them stay engaged and comfortable while learning.

Recess equipment will encourage active play, teamwork, problem-solving, and social development, helping students return to the classroom refreshed and ready to learn.

These essential supplies will help create a classroom where every student has the opportunity to succeed from the very first day of school.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

90 students impacted 1 donor

Project tagged as

Chadbourn, NC
Grades 3-5
English Language Learning
Mathematics
Traditional School
Classroom Basics
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. Strickland Chadbourn Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Chadbourn, NC View local requests

Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

90 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Maped Essentials Triangular Graphite No. 2 Pencils, Yellow, Pack of 576, 0.3x0.3x7.48 - Adult - Comfortable • School Specialty $181.27 1 $181.27

TSJ OFFICE Mobile Whiteboard Standing - 36 X 24 Inches Magnetic Dry Erase Easel, Height Adjustable Rolling White Board on Wheels with Flip Chart Hooks, White • Amazon Business $94.99 1 $94.99

TRU RED 8.5 x 11 Copy Paper 20 lbs. 92 Brightness 500 Sheets/Ream 5 Reams/Carton (TR56960) • Staples $30.99 3 $92.97

Konohan 32 Pack Headphones Bulk for School Student Classroom Set of Headphones Wire Headset Adjustable with 3.5 mm Jack for Adult (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $38.99 2 $77.98

Maped Essentials Yellow Triangular Graphite #2 Pencils, Pack of 144, 7.75x6x2.375 - Grades 1-12 - Adult - Comfortable • School Specialty $58.27 1 $58.27

Dry Erase Markers with Fine Tip, Bulk Pack of 144 with Black, Whiteboard Markers Bulk with Low Odor, Office Supplies for School Office or Home • Amazon Business $26.99 2 $53.98

Febreze Fade Defy Plug Air Freshener Warmer Refill Gain Original Scent 0.87 fl. oz. 3/Pack (54341) • Staples $16.09 3 $48.27

Reusable Write & Wipe Pocket - Set of 30 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99

LAZGOL Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 96 Pack Black Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip, Low Odor Whiteboard Markers for School, Office Supplies, Perfect for Writing on White Board, Mirror,Calender • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98

DUMOS Small Standing Desk Mobile Portable Rolling Laptop PC Table on Wheels Adjustable Height Computer Workstation for Home Office, Compact Small Space, Easy Assembly, 19 Inch, Modern White • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99

Vinsot 12 Pack Playground Balls Bulk with Hand Pump, Kickball and Inflatable Colorful Soft Bouncy Ball for PE Class, Recess, Field Day, Backyard Indoor Outdoor Games • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99

Magnetic Notebook Paper • Teachers' School Supply $29.99 1 $29.99

LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99

1000+ PCS Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Birthday Gift,Christmas Stocking Stuffers,Christmas Gift,Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Carnival Prizes,Pinata Filler Sensory Toy for Classroom • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99

Ayeboovi Toss and Catch Ball Game Outdoor Beach Pool Toys for Kids Games 6 Paddle 3 Balls Pool Beach Lawn Yard Games 3 4 5 6 7 8+ Year Old Toddler Boys Girls Birthday Gift Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $23.42 1 $23.42

Lincia 2 Pcs Magnetic Book Shelf for Whiteboard Metal Floating Magnetic Book Display Shelf for Teacher Office(17 x 2.4 x 2 Inch,Black) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99

Febreze Fade Defy Plug Air Freshener Warmer Refill, Downy April Fresh Scent, 0.87 fl. oz., 3/Pack (52369) • Quill.com $17.56 1 $17.56

Febreze Fade Defy Plug Air Freshener Warmer Refill, Gain Original Scent, 0.87 fl. oz., 3/Pack (54341) • Quill.com $17.38 1 $17.38

Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Radiant Assortment 300 Sheets/Ream (91642) • Staples $17.29 1 $17.29

Expo Whiteboard Care Dry Erase Wipes 5.5 x 10 White 50/Container (81850) • Staples $15.99 1 $15.99

Boley Kids Jump Rope Set - 12 Pack, 7ft Durable Skipping Ropes with Non-Slip Handles for Boys & Girls, Fun Outdoor Activity, Assorted Vibrant Colors, Child-Safe Exercise Equipment • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

72 Pack Whiteboard Eraser, Washable and Reusable Magnetic Whiteboard Eraser for Cleaning Dry Erase Markers on Magnetic Soft Whiteboard, Glass Whiteboard and Dry Erase Board • Amazon Business $14.54 1 $14.54

24 Pcs Party Favors Filled with Squishy Toys,Jumbo Slow Rising Squishies Toys,Soft Kawaii Animal Squishy Toys for Birthday Goodie Bag Stuffers,Pinata Stuffers,Classroom Prizes,Carnival Prizes • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Refill, Heavy Duty Crisp Clean, (2) .87 fl. oz. Oil Refills • Amazon Business $11.97 1 $11.97

Champion Sports Rubber Football – Durable All-Weather Ball for Pee Wee to Official Sizes, Indoor & Outdoor Play • Amazon Business $10.85 1 $10.85

EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor Ink, Assorted Colors, Chisel Tip, 16 Count - Whiteboard, Calendar, Organization, Back to School, Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97

Febreze, Odor-Fighting Fade Defy Plug Air Freshener Refill, Bora Bora, 0.87 Fl Oz • Amazon Business $9.09 1 $9.09

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener, Downy April Fresh, Gain Original, Linen & Sky, (3) .87 fl. oz. Oil Refills • Amazon Business $9.09 1 $9.09

Amazon Basics Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon Scent, for Sanitizing, Cleaning & Deodorizing, 255 Count (3 Packs of 85), Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $8.97 1 $8.97

Pop Fidget Toys Bulk Its 24 Pack Party Favors for Kids Mini Pop Keychain It Fidget Toy Small Fidgets for Classroom Prizes End of Year Student Gifts from Teacher Carnival Birthday Goodie Bag Stuffers • Amazon Business $7.12 1 $7.12

Materials cost			$1,071.86
Vendor shipping charges			$27.25
Sales tax			$83.61
3rd party payment processing fee			$16.08
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$1,228.80
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$216.85
Total project goal			$1,445.65
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$1,445.65
1 Donor			-$1,445.65
Donations toward project cost			-$1,228.80
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$216.85
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Back-to-School Basics for Bright Minds

My Project

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes

How we calculate what's needed

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DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.