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Mrs. Cooper from Lenoir, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Cooper's classroom raised $755

Bright Futures Start with Basic Tools!

Help me give my students a successful start to a new school year with essential school supplies.

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Mrs. Cooper Oak Hill Charter School
Lenoir, NC Grades 3-5

My Project

My students are kind, resilient, and eager to learn despite the challenges many of them face outside the classroom. They come to school each day ready to grow, and I want to ensure they have the basic supplies they need to be successful. As a teacher in a low-income school, many of my students are unable to bring essential classroom materials such as pencils, crayons, markers, folders, card stock, disinfecting wipes, etc. Providing these everyday resources removes barriers to learning, allowing students to focus on building their reading, writing, math, and problem-solving skills instead of worrying about whether they have the tools they need.

These supplies help create a positive, organized, and engaging learning environment where every child has an equal opportunity to participate, collaborate, and achieve.

I love watching my students encourage one another, celebrate each other's successes, and persevere through challenges. By providing these basic classroom essentials, you are giving my students the confidence and opportunity to learn, create, and reach their full potential.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than a third of students from low‑income households

20 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Cooper Oak Hill Charter School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Lenoir, NC View local requests

More than a third of 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

20 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
16 Pack Desk Privacy Folders for Students Desk Divider - Designer Pastel Color Privacy Folders for Students - Easy to Clean Strong Plastic Privacy Shield Desk Dividers for Students Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $38.77 2 $77.54
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes, Cleaner, Lemon + Mango + Linen, 80 ct. (4 Pack) | All Purpose Cleaner, Sanitizing, Deodorizing, Apartment Essentials, Back To School Cleaning Supplies, Kitchen & Bathroom Wipe • Amazon Business $14.97 4 $59.88
Bright Creations Teacher Supplies Letter Tray Organizer - 6-Pack Rainbow, 9 x 13 x 3 in - Stackable Paper Trays for Classroom & Teacher Desk Organizer • Amazon Business $28.12 2 $56.24
Comix Sticky Easel Pad, 25 x 30 Inches Flip Chart Paper for Teachers, Large Self Stick Easel Paper, 30 Sheets/Pad, 2 Pads/Pack | Super Sticky self stick easel chart paper bulk, premium teacher supplies for classroom, school and office meetings • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
SFAIH Black Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip, 36 Pack, 1-2mm Line, Low Odor | Easily Erases, for Whiteboards & Non-Porous Surface, Ideal for Classroom, Office, Home, Teacher Supplies, Back to School • Amazon Business $12.99 3 $38.97
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 500 Pack - Pre-Sharpened #2 Wood-Cased Yellow Sharpened Pencils for Kids with Latex-Free Eraser Top for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $37.59 1 $37.59
Crayola Markers, Broad Line, Assorted Classic Colors, Set of 10, 6.3x0.6x6.7 - Adult • School Specialty $2.59 10 $25.90
CAREGY Thermal Laminating Pouches, 300 Pack Laminating Sheets, 3 Mil | 9 x 11.5 Inches Lamination Sheet Paper for Laminator, Clear, Letter Size, Office and School Supplies • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor Ink, Assorted Fashion Colors, Chisel Tip, 36 Count - Easily Erases, Ideal for Classroom, Home, Office, Back to School, Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $24.29 1 $24.29
20 Sheets Blank White Thick Paper Cardstock, 8.5 x 11 inches | For DIY Crafts Cards Making, Invitations, For Scrapbook Supplies • Amazon Business $5.49 4 $21.96
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Black, 36/Pack (1884739) • Quill.com $21.89 1 $21.89
Marbrasse Desk Organizers and Accessories, 5-Tier Paper Letter Tray Organizer with File Holder, Mesh File Organizer, Office Desk Accessories & Organization for Supplies (Black) • Amazon Business $20.89 1 $20.89
Band-Aid Family Variety Sheer Fabric Adhesive Bandages, 1.75" x 4", 280/Box (4711) • Quill.com $20.14 1 $20.14
BigOtters 20Sheets Glitter Cardstock 8.5" X 11", 10Colors Card Stock Paper | 250GSM/92LB, No-Shed Sparkly Glitter Paper for Arts and Crafts, Card Making, Scrapbooking, DIY Projects, Classroom Must Haves • Amazon Business $5.69 3 $17.07
Nicunom 600 Pack Pencil Eraser Caps, 10 Colors Pencil Top Erasers Bulk, Kids Eraser Cap Pencil Eraser Toppers, School Supplies for Teachers Sudents Classroom Home and Office • Amazon Business $16.59 1 $16.59
Fiskars Scissors - Pack of 3, Blunt, 5" • Blick Art Materials $7.16 2 $14.32
Dry Erase Eraser, CUTEFA 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers, Mini Whiteboard Eraser, Dry Erase Board Erasers, White Board Erasers for Kids Classroom (2 x 2 x 0.79 Inch) (A-48PCS-8Color) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Ddaowanx 2 Pack White Board Eraser,Magnetic Dry Erase Eraser for Classroom | Magnetic Dry Eraser for Glass Board,Calendar Board,Back to School&Office Supplies,Teacher Must Haves • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49
EXPO Dry Erase Whiteboard Cleaning Spray, 8oz - Calendar, Organization, Essential Supplies for Office, School, Classroom, Teachers • Amazon Business $2.99 1 $2.99
School Smart Smooth Paper Clips, 2 Inches, Pack of 100, 3.8x2.25x1.25 - Steel - Adult • School Specialty $1.34 2 $2.68

Materials cost

$547.36

Vendor shipping charges

 $12.81

Sales tax

 $42.69

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.21

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$641.07

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$113.13

Total project goal

$754.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $754.20

1 Donor

-$754.20

Donations toward project cost

-$641.07

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$113.13

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