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Ms. Mac from Houston TX is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

A Fresh Start

Help me give my students a classroom rug, storage containers, snacks, such as cookies and crackers, pencils, hygiene items such as deodorant and shampoo, small group stools, markers, and a class drill to hang new storage items..

  • $1,230 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Students

My students are a group of fourth graders who are highly motivated when they know they are cared about.

The school is 100% economically disadvantaged and most of our students rely on the meals, snacks, and supplies they receive at school because oftentimes they are not able to be provided them at home.

Many of my students come to school after facing challenging obstacles in their home lives. These problems often find their way into the classroom. Some are homeless, some live in shelters, others are latchkey​ kids with no adult home for several hours after they arrive home or they are responsible for taking care of their younger siblings while their parents are working.

My Project

My students love being in our colorful classroom. I am requesting card stock and large post-it’s to display student work so that it is easily visible.

We are in a temporary building and this makes it difficult to display student work and to hang storage.

The drill would be a useful tool because it would be strong enough to penetrate the walls. The stools will be used by students at our small group table. This would make the kids proud of there room. The sharpie markers will be used for student projects. The snacks and hygiene products will be used for students’ basic needs. With these materials, I will be able to ensure that my students are motivated and ready to learn.

Ms. Mac
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HOMZ Plastic 3 Drawer Medium Cart, Peacock Blue Frame, Clear Drawers, Casters Included, Set of 3 • Amazon Business $70.87 1 $70.87
Pearington BW-6473 Kids Classroom & Home Padded Stool, Red/Blue/Green/Yellow/Orange (Pack of 5) • Amazon Business $57.99 1 $57.99
TOYOTERU Powerful 18 Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Drill Driver Kit Pink Tool for Women- 33PCS Drill Accessory, 2 Gears,1500mAh Battery & Charger in Blow Mold Case • Amazon Business $42.99 1 $42.99
The Original Pink Box PB20MTB 20-Inch Steel Tool Box, Pink • Amazon Business $31.95 1 $31.95
Garland Rug Rugby Area Rug, 5 x 7.5, Black/Cinder Gray/White • Amazon Business $30.28 1 $30.28
Mighty Max Personal Dolly, Pink Handtruck Hardware Garden Utilty Cart • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Nutella & Go Hazelnut Spread with Breadsticks 28.80 oz --16 Pack - 1.8 oz Each • Amazon Business $24.35 1 $24.35
Educational Insights Fluorescent Light Filters (Tranquil Blue), Set of 4 • Amazon Business $23.56 1 $23.56
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 8.9 x 11.4-Inches, 3 mil thick, 200-Pack, Clear (TP3854-200) • Amazon Business $22.05 1 $22.05
Pop Rocks Extreme Sour Candy 0.24oz (48 count) • Amazon Business $21.77 1 $21.77
Shea Moisture Sacha Inchi Oil Duo Pack, Omega 3, 6, 9 Rescue & Repair Liquid Conditioner, 13 Ounce | Omega 3, 6, 9 Rescue & Repair Clarifying Liquid Shampoo, 13 Ounce • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Soft Glow Silent Timer & Light • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Gaiam Kids Stay-N-Play Children's Balance Ball - Flexible School Chair, Active Classroom Desk Seating with Stay-Put Stability Legs, Includes Air Pump, Pink, 45cm • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
ChefSlime Fluffy & Stretchy Egg Slime Putty - Non Sticky, Stress & Anxiety Relief, Super Soft & Squishy Sludge Toy party favor for Kids and Adults - Blue color Slime | JUMBO PACK of 24 PCS • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Grandma's Sandwich Cookies, Vanilla Creme Minis, 2.12 Ounce (Pack of 60) • Amazon Business $18.75 1 $18.75
Cream of Wheat, Hot Cereal to Go, Maple Brown Sugar Walnut, 2.29 Ounce (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $18.05 1 $18.05
Geddes Cyber Cyclone Pencil Assortment - Set of 144 • Amazon Business $17.49 1 $17.49
One Vietnamese Soft Fan (Straw) Broom, 40 Inch • Amazon Business $16.89 1 $16.89
M&M's Almond Candies Family Size 15.9 oz • Amazon Business $16.50 1 $16.50
Gaiam Kids Stay-N-Play Children's Balance Ball - Flexible School Chair, Active Classroom Desk Seating with Stay-Put Stability Legs, Includes Air Pump, Grey, 45cm • Amazon Business $15.98 1 $15.98
Annie's Organic Bunny Fruit Snacks, Variety Pack, 24 Pouches, 0.8 oz Each • Amazon Business $14.92 1 $14.92
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Cosmic Color, Limited Edition, 24 Count • Amazon Business $14.56 1 $14.56
Place Value • Amazon Business $14.50 1 $14.50
Colgate Cavity Protection Regular Flavor Fluoride Toothpaste 8 Ounce Tube 5 tubes • Amazon Business $14.20 1 $14.20
Mini Cube, Puzzle Party Toy(18 Pack), Eco-friendly Material with Vivid Colors,Party favor School Supplies Puzzle Game Set for Boy Girl Kid Child, Magic Cube Goody Bag Filler Birthday Gift Giveaway • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
Antifungal TeaTree Oil Body Wash, Peppermint & Eucalyptus Oil Antibacterial Soap by Natural Riches -12 oz Helps Athletes Foot, Eczema, Ringworm, Toenail Fungus, Jock itch, Body Itch, Body Odor & Acne • Amazon Business $13.50 1 $13.50
Suave 24 Hour Protection Anti-Perspirant/Deodorant Invisible Solid, Powder 1.4 Oz (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $13.30 1 $13.30
Post-it Super Sticky Big Notes, 22 x 22 inches, 30 Sheets/Pad, 1 Pad (BN22), Large Neon Green Paper, Super Sticking Power, Sticks and Resticks • Amazon Business $13.29 1 $13.29
Raymond Geddes Clip-On Critter Plush Animal Clip, 24 Pack (64061) • Amazon Business $13.20 1 $13.20
Tropicana Kids Organic Juice Drink Pouches, Variety Pack, 5.5 Ounce, 32 Count • Amazon Business $13.19 1 $13.19
Tropicana 100% Juice 3-Flavor Fruit Blend Variety Pack, 10 Fl Oz, Bottles, (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Design Essentials Natural Curl Enhancing Mousse, Quick Drying Must-Have for Perfectly Defined Luminous Curls-Almond & Avocado Collection, 7.5oz • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
200 small glossy purple & teal plastic merchandise bags w/die cut handles 9x12", retail shopping bags perfect for small shops & stores, trade shows, garage sales & events • Amazon Business $12.89 1 $12.89
AirHeads Bars, Chewy Fruit Candy, Variety Pack, Party, Halloween, 90 Count (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $12.49 1 $12.49
Cantu Coconut Curling Cream, 12 Ounce • Amazon Business $5.97 2 $11.94
OHill 72Pcs Emoji Bracelets Emoticons Wristbands for Birthday Party Favors Supplies, Party Goodie Bags • Amazon Business $11.88 1 $11.88
Skittles & Starburst Candy Variety Pack, 18 Single Packs • Amazon Business $11.84 1 $11.84
Shea Moisture Frizz-taming Smoothie Superfruit Multi-Vitamin, 12 Fluid Ounce • Amazon Business $11.82 1 $11.82
Shea Moisture Sacha Inchi Oil Omega 3, 6, 9 Resue + Repair Curl Defining Smoothie 12 oz • Amazon Business $11.30 1 $11.30
Zucker Feather Products Raven Feather Mask, Black • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
CHARMS SUGAR DADDY POPS 48ct(22.3oz) • Amazon Business $10.73 1 $10.73
365 New Words-A-Year Page-A-Day Calendar 2019 • Amazon Business $10.40 1 $10.40
Cheez-It Baked Snack Cheese Crackers, Original, Single Serve, 1.5 oz Bags (36 Count) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
Emoji Universe: Emoji LED Rings, 24 Pack • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again) • Amazon Business $9.23 1 $9.23
Astrobrights Colored Cardstock Paper • Amazon Business $9.05 1 $9.05
Vero Rebanaditas/Risandias Watermelon, 40 pieces • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Design Essentials Natural Instant Detangling Leave-In Conditioner for Healthy, Moisturized, Luminous Frizz-Free Hair-Almond & Avocado Collection, 8oz. • Amazon Business $8.89 1 $8.89
Shea Moisture Mongongo & Hemp Seed Oils High Porosity Moisture-Seal Finishing Elixir • Amazon Business $8.79 1 $8.79
Vero Rebanaditas/Risandias Watermelon, 40 pieces • Amazon Business $8.46 1 $8.46
Haawooky Kid's Children Flexible Soft Pencil Magic Bend School Fun Equipment, 30 Piece • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Neliblu 1 Dozen Emoticon Folding Fans - Emoji Party Supplies - Party Favors - Fans - Goody Bag Fillers • Amazon Business $7.97 1 $7.97
V8 Splash Tropical Blend, 12 oz. Bottle (2 packs of 6, Total of 12) • Amazon Business $7.96 1 $7.96
V8 Splash Tropical Blend, 12 oz. Bottle (2 packs of 6, Total of 12) • Amazon Business $7.96 1 $7.96
Sir Cumference and the Isle of Immeter (Math Adventures) • Amazon Business $7.95 1 $7.95
Jiulyning Invisible Ink Pen & Black Light Combo, 4 Colors (Red, Blue, Yellow, Purple), Set of 20pcs • Amazon Business $7.85 1 $7.85
Hollywood Beauty Argan Oil Hair Treatment, 3 Ounce • Amazon Business $7.52 1 $7.52
Atomic Fireballs 16 Oz. (1 Lb), 1 Pound • Amazon Business $7.32 1 $7.32
Dove Beauty Bar, Coconut Milk, 4 oz, 6 Bar • Amazon Business $6.47 1 $6.47
Cantu Argan Oil Leave in Conditioning Repair Cream, 16 Ounce • Amazon Business $5.97 1 $5.97
Glade PlugIns Scented Oil Air Freshener Refill, Hawaiian Breeze & Vanilla Passion Fruit, 2 refills, 1.34 fl oz • Amazon Business $4.89 1 $4.89
Cantu Shea Butter for Natural Hair Moisturizing Curl Activator Cream, 12 Ounce • Amazon Business $4.89 1 $4.89
CAS Nosey Nose Pencil Sharpener Novelty Gag Gift • Amazon Business $4.59 1 $4.59
AdTech Multi-Temp Full-Size Glue Sticks for Crafting, DIY, and Home Repair | 24-Count • Amazon Business $4.58 1 $4.58
Cantu Care for Kids Tear-Free Nourishing Shampoo, 8 Fluid Ounce • Amazon Business $3.97 1 $3.97

Materials cost

$999.92

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$15.00

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,044.92

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$184.40

Total project goal

$1,229.32

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,229.32

1 Donor

-$1,229.32

Donations toward project cost

-$1,044.92

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$184.40

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$0.00

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