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Ms. Boisclair from Worcester, MA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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All the Essentials: a Clean Start to a New Year!

Help me give my students all the necessary materials to start their new school year right!

  • $752 goal

This project expired on September 6, 2025.

This project expired on September 6, 2025.

My Project

I would like to stock up on essential classroom supplies that my students need to focus on their academic success. Items such as hand sanitizer, tissues, pencils, and other necessary materials are crucial for their learning experience. Having these supplies readily available will ensure a successful year for all students. When students don’t have to worry about where to find these essentials, it minimizes distractions, helps them feel comfortable, and contributes to a safe and supportive classroom environment. Providing these supplies also promotes a sense of community, where every student feels valued and supported. By reducing the time spent searching for materials, students can dedicate more energy to their studies and personal growth.

Ms. Boisclair Dr Arthur F Sullivan Middle School Grades 6-8

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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.

Worcester, MA 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

50 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Colored Pencils Assorted Colors 100 Pencils/Pack (688100) • Staples $26.14 5 $130.70
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00
The Mega Deals Elmers Glue Sticks, 0.77 Ounce - Glue Sticks Bulk 12 Count, White Glue Stick • Amazon Business $17.41 5 $87.05
Puffs Plus Lotion Facial Tissue, 2-ply, 124 Tissues/Box, 6 Boxes/Pack (39383) • Quill.com $14.59 3 $43.77
PURELL Advanced Hand Sanitizer Refreshing Gel, Clean Scent, 1.5 Liter Pump Bottle (5015-04) • Quill.com $19.43 2 $38.86
Expo Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Assorted, 36/Pack (2138424) • Quill.com $31.03 1 $31.03
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes Lemon & Lime Blossom 80 Wipes/Canister 6 Canisters/Carton (1920077182CT) • Staples $30.94 1 $30.94
Lakeshore Magnetic Write & Wipe Organization Charts • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Giant Magnetic Graph & Array Chart • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Expo Dry Erase Markers, Ultra Fine Tip, Black, 36/Pack (2003894) • Quill.com $29.35 1 $29.35
Expo Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Black 36/Pack (1920940) • Staples $23.74 1 $23.74
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use • Amazon Business $21.39 1 $21.39

Materials cost

$596.81

Vendor shipping charges

$3.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.95

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$638.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$112.72

Total project goal

$751.48

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