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Ms. Kephart from Philadelphia, PA 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 a fully supplied classroom for the new school year!

  • $655 goal

This project expired on October 4, 2025.

This project expired on October 4, 2025.

My Project

The 2025-2026 school year will be my second-year teaching! Last year, as a first-year teacher, I was not really sure what my students would be like and what they would need to truly thrive in my English class. As I wrap up this year, I have reflected on the items that would most benefit my ninth-grade students. Some of my students are in need of basic school supplies like pencils, highlighters, and notebooks. Furthermore, my classroom is in need of some new items that will help my students stay organized throughout the school year and feel inspired!

Ms. Kephart Franklin Towne Charter High School Grades 9-12

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

90 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Staples Composition Notebook 7.5 x 9.75 Wide Ruled 80 Sheets Black/White 48 Notebooks/Carton (ST55076CT) • Staples $48.74 3 $146.22
Puffs Plus Lotion Facial Tissue, 2-ply, 124 Tissues/Box, 6 Boxes/Pack (39383) • Quill.com $14.59 5 $72.95
Crayola Classpack Crayons 800/Box (52-8016) • Staples $52.93 1 $52.93
Case of 192 Pre-Sharpened #2 Pencils Bulk (12 per pack in 16 packs) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $48.00 1 $48.00
Jolly Rancher Hard Candy, Assorted Flavors, 50 oz. (HEC15677) • Quill.com $21.41 2 $42.82
Calming Blue Bulletin Board Border Scalloped Border Trim for Classroom 52ft • Amazon Business $5.91 6 $35.46
100 CT WASHABLE SUPER TIPS MARKERS • Teachers' School Supply $26.47 1 $26.47
Blue Summit Supplies 30 Pack Kids Scissors Bulk with Comfort Grip, Bulk Scissors for Classroom and School, Blunt Tip for Student Safety, Assorted Colors - Orange, Blue, and Pink • Amazon Business $24.13 1 $24.13
Hadley Designs Parts Of Speech Posters For Classroom - 12 Grammar Posters For Classroom Must Haves, Language Arts For Elementary & Middle School, Writing Process & ELA School, Boho Class Decor • Amazon Business $23.51 1 $23.51
Rarlan Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fluorescent, 96 Count Bulk Pack • Amazon Business $21.96 1 $21.96
Decorably 12 Black History Posters for Classroom High School, 11x14in Matte-Laminated Black History Month Posters for Classroom • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
HAOHAN 10 Pockets Over Door Hanging Wall File Organizer, Oxford Cloth Storage Pocket Chart for Magazines, Pens, File Folders in Office and School • Amazon Business $7.69 1 $7.69
Staples Economy #16 Rubber Bands 2-1/2 x 1/16 500/Pack (28615-CC) • Staples $3.54 1 $3.54

Materials cost

$515.67

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.91

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$556.32

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$98.17

Total project goal

$654.49

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