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Mrs. Bentley from Richburg, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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4th Grade Does It All!

Help me give my students a warm welcome and all the things we need for the year!

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Mrs. Bentley Bolivar - Richburg Elementary School
Richburg, NY Grades 3-5

My Project

Creating an engaging and organized classroom helps students feel excited about learning and prepared for success. Throughout the school year, my students participate in a variety of activities tied to seasonal themes and holidays that make learning fun, meaningful, and memorable. Having materials available for these special occasions allows students to be creative, celebrate together, and make connections between classroom lessons and the world around them. These hands-on experiences help build classroom community while keeping students engaged and motivated. Each year, the other teachers in my grade level take turns shopping for the same things every year and this would help have it all ready for us!

In addition to holiday and seasonal activities, organization is key to maintaining an effective learning environment.

With a classroom full of active learners, supplies can quickly become difficult to manage without proper storage and organizational tools. Having designated places for materials allows students to work more independently, spend less time searching for supplies, and stay focused on learning. An organized classroom also helps create a calm and welcoming atmosphere where students know what to expect and can take pride in their learning space.

These materials will benefit students throughout the entire school year by supporting creativity, collaboration, and responsibility. By providing resources for special classroom activities and keeping our learning environment organized, students will have the tools they need to learn, grow, and create lasting memories. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where students feel inspired, prepared, and excited to come to school each day.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

60 students impacted
Mrs. Bentley Bolivar - Richburg Elementary School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Richburg, NY 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

60 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Happy Birthday Smencils Gourmet Scented Pencils 50 Pack – HB #2 Recycled Newspaper Pencils, Pre-Sharpened Kids School Supplies, 10 Sweet Scents Variety, Classroom Rewards & Gifts for Kids • Amazon Business $69.99 2 $139.98
Kiggos 6 Pack Boho Colored Clipboards Plastic Clipboards with Low Profile Metal Clip 12.5x9 Inch Letter Size Bulk Class Set Acrylic Clipboards with Hanging Hook Holds 100 Sheets • Amazon Business $18.59 4 $74.36
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 3 $38.97
Blick Economy Cotton Canvas Panel Classroom Pack - 5" x 7", Class Pack of 24 • Blick Art Materials $11.58 3 $34.74
131ft Boho Bulletin Board Borders Bulletin Classroom Rainbow Hearts Border Trims Boho Colorful Straight Borders Stickers for Classroom Decor School Blackboard Desk • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Shrinky Dinks Creative Pack, 25 Sheets Crystal Clear, Kids Art and Craft Activity Set, Kids Toys for Ages 6 Up • Amazon Business $14.45 2 $28.90
Twisty Lollipop, Rainbow Twist Lollipops Individually Wrapped Bulk, Kid's Lollipops Candy for Birthday, 12g Mixed Fruit Flavor 30 Pack • Amazon Business $13.88 2 $27.76
Eersida 80pcs Motivational Pencils Bulk Color Changing Mood Pencil with Eraser Encourage Saying Back to School Pencils for Kids Students Classroom First Day of School Gifts (Inspirational) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Just Play Shrinky Dinks Ruff n’ Ready Creative Pack, 25 Frosted White Sheets, Kids Arts and Crafts Activity Set, Kids Toys for Ages 6 Up • Amazon Business $10.18 2 $20.36
CYS EXCEL X-Large 1.1"-1.35" Clear Glass Flat Gemstone Vase Fillers (3 LBS) Multiple Color Choices Aquarium Glass Marble Beads Rocks Floral Supplies Stones Decorative Mosaic Gem Pebbles • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
MixTeach 24 Pieces Christmas Photo Frames Tree Decor Unfinished Wood Picture Frames Xmas Photo Ornament Frames Christmas Picture Frame for Holiday Picture Frame Presents and Tree Decoration • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
Magnetic Dry Erase Labels + Marker | 32 Reusable Whiteboard Cards 3.5" x 1.75" | Blank Magnets for Offices, Classrooms as Tags, on Refrigerator • Amazon Business $5.99 2 $11.98
Godery Boho Daily Schedule Pocket Chart for Classroom with 24 Cards,Welcome Back to School Classroom Decorations, White • Amazon Business $11.39 1 $11.39
Pasimy Boho Classroom Decorations for Teachers Bohemia Welcome Banner and Poster Inspirational Classroom Bulletin Board Wall Decor for Students Kindergarten Primary Elementary Middle School Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$483.37

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$530.57

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$93.63

Total project goal

$624.20

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 $624.20

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