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Ms. Coulman from Oakland, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Warm Welcome to Middle School

Help me give my students the tools and encouragement they need to navigate the big leap into middle school with confidence and a smile.

  • $814 goal

This project expired on November 8, 2025.

This project expired on November 8, 2025.

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

I want to create a classroom that feels welcoming, supportive, and engaging from day one. With your support, I’ll be able to provide a variety of helpful resources for my students. Fidget tools like fidget spinners and stress balls will be available for students who need help staying focused or calming their nerves during quiet work time. Snacks to support students who may come to school hungry or need a boost to stay alert throughout the day.

My goal is to give my 6th graders the tools and encouragement they need to thrive as they begin this important new chapter.

Positive reinforcement is another important part of our classroom culture, so using small incentives helps students feel seen and appreciated while building motivation and confidence.

Additionally, classroom staples like pencils, reusable sleeves, and dry-erase markers ensure that every student has access to the basic supplies they need without having to worry about coming unprepared.

Ms. Coulman Elmhurst United Middle School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Oakland, CA 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

HBCU Alum 120 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nutri-Grain Breakfast Bar Variety Pack 1.3 oz. 48 Bars/Box (KEE05872) • Staples $34.10 2 $68.20
Kleenex Trusted Care Facial Tissues, 8 Flat Boxes, 200 Tissues per Box, 2-Ply, Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $20.49 3 $61.47
Nutsball Dry Erase Pockets Reusable Sleeves 30 Pack - Heavy Duty Oversized 10" x 14" Clear Plastic Sheet Protectors - Job Ticket Holders Assorted Colors - Teacher Supplies for Classroom • Amazon Business $21.99 2 $43.98
Purell Advanced Hand Sanitizer Refreshing Gel Design Series, Clean Scent,Clear, 8 Fl Oz Pump Bottle (Pack of 4), 9652-06-ECDECO • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
GoSports Playground Balls for Kids - Choose 8.5” or 10” Sizes - Heavy Duty Set of 6 with Carry Bag and Ball Pump • Amazon Business $39.75 1 $39.75
Chips Variety Pack 50 Count - Snacks Sampler Care Packages for College Students, Kids, Adults - Individually Wrapped School or Office Snacks with Chips, Cookies, Candy - Snack Packs from The LakeHouse • Amazon Business $35.95 1 $35.95
Paper Mate InkJoy Gel Pen, Medium Point, 0.7mm, Assorted Ink, 14/Pack (2023009) • Quill.com $15.27 2 $30.54
Bounty Select-A-Size Double Roll Paper Towels, 2-ply, 82 Sheets/Roll, 12 Rolls/Pack (66541/06130) • Quill.com $29.99 1 $29.99
Cool Fidget Spinners Pack Toys Set Gifts for Kids Adults, Finger Fidget Magnetic Rings Gear, Hand Spinner Metal, Hematit Science Kit Magnets, Stress Relief Anti Anxiety ADHD Autism Party Favors • Amazon Business $14.03 2 $28.06
Ultimate Snacks Care Package Comes in Beautiful Gift Box- (40 count) Bulk Variety Sampler, Chips, Cookies, Bars, Candies, Nuts,, Great For Christmas, Office Meetings , Friends & Family, Military, College Students, New Year • Amazon Business $27.97 1 $27.97
Sharpie Highlighter Clear View Highlighter with See-Through Chisel Tip Stick Assorted 12 Count • Amazon Business $12.44 2 $24.88
Surebonder Cordless Hot Glue Gun, High Temperature, Full Size, 60W, 50% More Power - Sturdily Bonds Metal, Wood, Ceramics, Leather & Other Strong Materials (Specialty Series CL-800F) • Amazon Business $12.40 2 $24.80
UOOEFUN Fidget Toys,Quality Dodecagon 12 Sided Cube Toys Relief Stress Anxiety and Depression Anti ADD, ADHD, OCD, Autism Boys Girls (Black & Mix Colors) • Amazon Business $11.86 2 $23.72
Crayola Take Note Dry Erase Markers for School (12ct) Chisel Tip Whiteboard Markers, Teacher Classroom Must Haves, Back to School Essentials, Low Odor • Amazon Business $11.48 2 $22.96
Yinder 24 Pcs Teacher Stamps for Classroom Self Inking Classroom Stamps Bulk for Teachers Elementary Colorful Motivational Encouraging Gifts(Cute) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
2 Pack Extra Large Double Sided Tape Heavy Duty Removable 1.18 Inch x 160 Inch, Clear & Tough Nano Tape, Multipurpose Mounting Tape Picture Hanging Strips Adhesive for Poster Carpet • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 144 Pack - Pre-sharpened pencils #2 Wood-Cased Yellow Sharpened Pencils for Kids with Latex-Free Eraser Top for Office and Classroom Supplies. • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Jetec 300 Pcs Scratch and Sniff Sticker for Kids Smelly Scented Motivational Reward Stickers Teacher Incentive Positive Decals for Student Classroom Chart School Supplies • Amazon Business $13.49 1 $13.49
nobasco Squishies, 26 Pack Mochi Squishy Toys - Kawaii Cat Squishys Slow Rising Animals - Party Favors, Goodie Bag, Birthday Gifts, Mini Squishies Stress Reliever Toy Pack • Amazon Business $8.97 1 $8.97
(8 Pack) Lined Sticky Notes 4x4 Bright Stickies Colorful Super Sticking Power Memo Pads, 8 Colors, Strong Adhesive • Amazon Business $8.96 1 $8.96
Professional Magnetic Staple Remover Puller Staple Puller Tool Staples Remover Staple Removal Tool for School Office Home (3PCS) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$597.63

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$54.68

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$691.27

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$121.99

Total project goal

$813.26

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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