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Ms. Finley from San Rafael CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Fresh Start!

Help me give my students the basic school supplies they will need to start the 2024-2025 year off right!

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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.

My Project

One of my favorite things about the first day of school is seeing my students light up when they go to their desks for the very first time and see all of the school supplies that are provided for them. I am requesting a variety of supplies that will be used on a daily basis. Such as markers, dry erase boards, highlighters, pens, and clip boards.

I believe that every student should have access to any and all supplies they need to be successful.

With your help, I will be able to provide my incoming students with everything they need. Thanks!

Ms. Finley
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Set of 24 Small White Board Dry Erase Boards Classroom Pack Mini White Boards 9"x12” Double Sided Personal Whiteboards for Students Teachers School Supplies Lapboards l 24 Mini Erasers Incl • Amazon Business $37.49 3 $112.47
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Black, 36 Count • Amazon Business $20.44 5 $102.20
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $21.43 4 $85.72
Crayola Broad Line Markers Classpack (256 Ct), Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Kids Markers For School, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $64.98 1 $64.98
Kiggos 25 Transparent Colored Clipboards Bulk for Classroom Office Plastic Clipboard Low Profile Kids Clip Boards Standard Letter Size Holds 100 Sheets Hanging Hook Colorful Clip Board • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99
SHARPIE Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Black, 36 Count • Amazon Business $16.65 2 $33.30
Sharpie 24390235 Permanent Marker Ultra Fine Tip Black Ink 36/Box (2082960) • Amazon Business $28.63 1 $28.63
Mr. Sketch Scented Washable Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 36 Count • Amazon Business $22.76 1 $22.76
Pink Erasers, Shuttle Art 120 Pack Pink Erasers Bulk for School, Office, Latex-Free Soft Erasers for Kids, Teachers as School Supplies • Amazon Business $21.98 1 $21.98
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Intense Colors, Set of 12, Brown - Durable • School Specialty $20.02 1 $20.02
Sharpie Tank Highlighter Chisel Tip Fluorescent Yellow 36/Pack (1920938) • Staples $17.32 1 $17.32
Mr. Sketch 2054594 Scented Watercolor Marker, Broad Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 22/Pack • Amazon Business $14.19 1 $14.19
Expo Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Assorted 8/Pack (80678) • Staples $9.39 1 $9.39
Zacool 480 Pcs Name Tag Stickers (3"x 2") Identification Badges,Peel and Stickers"Hello My Name is" Name Tags Stickers Colorful Name Badge for Themed Party Family Home School Office Conferences • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$580.94

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.00

Sales tax

 $53.16

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$674.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$119.08

Total project goal

$793.89

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $793.89

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 $793.89

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