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Mrs. Russell from Marion, NC is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Russell's classroom raised $625

Unlocking Knowledge in our Media Center

Help me give my students hands-on learning materials, locks, and rewards to create engaging breakout box activities that boost critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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Mrs. Russell Eastfield Global Magnet School
Marion, NC Grades 3-5

My Project

I am raising funds to bring escape boxes to our school media center, with the goal of making learning more engaging and fun for our students. By connecting problem-solving skills with classroom instruction and reading literacy, these escape boxes will offer memorable activities that inspire students to love reading for enjoyment. As an educator, I believe that hands-on experiences like these can spark curiosity and help students develop critical thinking skills in a way that traditional lessons sometimes can't.

The funds raised will go directly toward purchasing materials needed to build the physical escape boxes, as well as rewards like candy for students who successfully solve the puzzles.

These boxes will be used to support classroom standards, encourage teamwork, and create positive memories that last well beyond the school year. Every contribution, big or small, will help us provide students with new opportunities to learn and grow.

Please consider supporting this project and helping our students discover the joy of learning through creative, interactive activities. Your generosity will make a real difference in our school community, and together, we can foster a lifelong love of reading and problem-solving.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

300 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Russell Eastfield Global Magnet School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Marion, 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

300 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Dinhon Color Alphabet Learning Lock Toys Educational Letter Combination-with 26 Locks, 26 Keys Montessori Preschool Alphabet Learning Game for Ages 3 yrs+ • Amazon Business $44.64 1 $44.64
Sheffield Ammo Box Made in USA, Stackable Lockable Ammo Storage Box, Gray | Lockable Storage Box, Water and Dust Resistant Dry Box, Secures Hunting Gear, Gun Accessories, Supplies, and Bullets • Amazon Business $14.24 3 $42.72
Shimeyao 12 Pack Letter Lock Combination, Resettable Word Lock with 5 Letter Code, Heavy Duty for School Locker, Gym, Backpack, Cabinet, Travel Bag and Storage Case • Amazon Business $42.56 1 $42.56
Bulk Candy Individually Wrapped - Parade Kid’s Dream, 5lb of Individually Wrapped Party Variety Mix Bag, Kid’s Favorite Sweets Giant Assorted Classic Candies for Pinata Filler, Goodie Bag • Amazon Business $38.95 1 $38.95
Sheffield Ammo Box Made in USA, Stackable Lockable Ammo Storage Box, Purple | Lockable Storage Box, Water and Dust Resistant Dry Box, Secures Hunting Gear, Gun Accessories, Supplies, and Bullets • Amazon Business $12.74 3 $38.22
Crayola Silly Scents Play Sand – 60 Mini 1oz Tubs of Moldable Sensory Sand in 6 Bright Colors | Easter Day Party Favors, Classroom Prizes, Sensory Toys, Fidget & Creativity • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Vaultz Locking Medicine Box with Combination Lock - Secure Metal Lock Box Safe for Medication, Pills & Valuables, Small Lockbox with Code, Portable Storage Case, White • Amazon Business $24.23 1 $24.23
Vaultz Locking Medicine Case with Combination Lock - Portable Lock Box Briefcase for Medications, Cash & Valuables, Organized Storage Case with Handle, 1 Pack (8.38x5.75x2.75) • Amazon Business $22.19 1 $22.19
HNSYYF 60-Pack Multicolor Pen in One - Cute Pens for Kids - 4-in-1 Ballpoint Pens, Perfect for Birthday & Children's Party Favors, Classroom Prizes & School Supplies • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Teling 80 Pcs Scented Bookmarks and Pencils with Cute Toppers Set Fun Pencils Fruit Food Theme Scratch and Sniff Bookmarks Cartoon Pen Toppers Study Supplies(Novel Style) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
KYODOLED Cash Box with Money Tray,Storage Safe Lock Box with Key,Cash Drawer,7.87"x 6.30"x 3.54" Blue Medium • Amazon Business $15.83 1 $15.83
80Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8, Kawaii Squishies Mochi Squishy Toy Bulk Fidget Sensory Toys Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls, Easter Basket Stuffers Egg Fillers Treasure Box Classroom Prizes Goodie Bag • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Beilunt 148 Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8-12 Assortment Fidget Toy, Easter Egg Fillers, Treasure Box Toys for Classroom Prizes, Carnival Prizes, Goodie Bags Stuffers Pinata Fillers • Amazon Business $13.79 1 $13.79
Cash Box with Money Tray and Combination Lock Metal Money Box for Cash Lock Box for Money 7.87" x 6.3" x 3.54" Black • Amazon Business $13.29 1 $13.29
FOIMAS 70pcs 3D Pumpkin Erasers,Mini Pmupkin Rubber Eraser Stationery for Kids Students Halloween Thankgiving Fall Party Favor Teacher Rewards Classroom • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Nezyo 24 Pcs Mini Ocean Animals Notebooks Under the Sea Party Favor Set Sea Animal Pocket Notepads Underwater World Memo Books for Kids Classroom Rewards Birthday Party Gifts Favor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Haooryx Solar System Mini Eraser - 60Pcs Bulk Novelty Outer Space Pencil Eraser 3D Miniature Desk Puzzle Eraser for Student Homework Reward Classroom Prizes Kids Birthday Gift Filler Supplies • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49
Puroma 2 Pack 2.6 Inch Long Shackle Combination Lock 4 Digit Outdoor Waterproof Padlock for Hasp locker lock, Sports Locker, Fence, Gate, Toolbox, Case, Hasp Storage, Cabinets (Black) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Amazon Basics 4-Digit Combination Lock, Black, 2-Pack • Amazon Business $8.39 1 $8.39
8 Pcs Luggage Locks with Keys, Locker Lock Small Luggage Padlocks, Suitcase Locks Metal Keyed Padlock for School Gym 8X Multicolor • Amazon Business $8.07 1 $8.07
Puroma 1 Pack 2.6 Inch Long Shackle Combination Lock 4 Digit Outdoor Waterproof Padlock for Hasp Locker Lock, Sports Locker, Fence, Gate, Toolbox, Case, Hasp Storage, Cabinets (Purple) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
200Pcs Water Bottle Stickers for Kids, Cute Stickers for Water Bottles, Vinyl Waterproof Aesthetic Laptop Sticker Pack Classroom Prizes Skateboard for Kids Teens Girls Students • Amazon Business $6.89 1 $6.89
JUNEBRUSHS 150Pcs mini Apples Erasers for Kids Welcome Back to School Gifts | Cute Mini Erasers for Students Classroom Prizes, Homework Rewards, Party Favors • Amazon Business $6.89 1 $6.89
Tageenla Scratch and Sniff Smelly Stickers for Kids, 12 Scents 48 Sheets Scented Animal Stickers with Cute Animal Emotion, 1000+ Super Reward for Classroom, Birthday, Festival • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$458.06

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $35.73

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$530.66

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$93.65

Total project goal

$624.31

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $624.31

1 Donor

-$624.31

Donations toward project cost

-$530.66

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$93.65

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