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Ms. Stern from Chicago, IL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Back to Basics at Brennemann

Help me give my students a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and empowered.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Stern's classroom raised $944

This project is fully funded

My Project

My classroom has an urgent need for donations to support our basic supply needs. The students in our classroom come from diverse and low-income backgrounds, facing financial challenges that impact their access to necessary learning materials.

With your generous contributions, we can provide the tools and resources that these young learners deserve.

Basic School Supplies: Many of our students lack access to essential supplies like notebooks, pencils, erasers, markers, and glue. These seemingly simple items are the building blocks of their education, enabling them to participate fully in class activities and complete assignments with pride.

ELA Materials: Access to a variety of reading materials is essential for developing strong literacy skills. Your donations could help us acquire age-appropriate books that cater to different reading levels and interests, allowing each student to discover the joy of reading.

Art Supplies: Creative expression is a vital part of education. Donations could help us stock up on art supplies such as crayons, colored pencils, and construction paper, allowing students to explore their artistic talents and engage in hands-on projects.

Classroom Comfort: A comfortable classroom environment is conducive to learning. Donations could contribute to providing cozy seating options, rugs, and even simple decorations that create an inspiring and motivating space for our students.

Ms. Stern Brennemann Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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

20 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
School Smart Ruled Easel Pads, 27 x 34 Inches, 50 Sheets, White, Pack of 4 • Amazon Business $92.99 1 $92.99
Grade 3 Graphic Novels Collection - 10 Book Set • AKJ Education $83.46 1 $83.46
Classroom Headphones With Microphone Bulk 10-Pack, Student On Ear Comfy Swivel Earphones for Library, School, Airplane, Online Learning and Travel, HQ Stereo Sound 3.5mm Jack (Colored With Microphone) • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
Paper Mate EverStrong Wooden Pencil, 1.3mm, #2 Medium Lead, 72/Pack (2105642) • Quill.com $14.99 5 $74.95
Crayola® Broad Line Marker Classpack® • Amazon Business $61.99 1 $61.99
Aizweb Phonemic Awareness,Speech Therapy Toy Magnetic Dry Erase Board Phonics Game, Elkonin Box Preschool Kindergarten Classroom Must Have,Letter Sound Science Reading Manipulative Homeschool Supplies • Amazon Business $45.99 1 $45.99
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes Lemon & Lime Blossom 80 Wipes/Canister 6 Canisters/Carton (1920077182CT) • Staples $39.50 1 $39.50
SHARPIE Tank Highlighters, Chisel Tip, 12 Assorted Fashion Colors, Chisel Tip, Value Pack, 36 Count • Amazon Business $31.93 1 $31.93
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $10.60 3 $31.80
EXPO Dry Erase Markers (Black) - 36 Count with Chisel Tip • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $30.00 1 $30.00
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 200 Pack Laminating Sheets, 3 Mil, 8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Education Supplies & Craft Supplies, For Use With Thermal Laminators, Letter Size Sheets (TP3854-200) • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
50 Pcs Fidget Pack - Party Favors Gifts for Kids, Adults & Autistics - Stress Relief Autism Sensory Toy - Fidget Toys Bulk for Classroom Treasure Box Prizes - Pop Its Fidgets Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
X-Acto® TeacherPro® Classroom Electric Pencil Sharpener, Blue • Amazon Business $22.53 1 $22.53
Lakeshore Fidget Poppers - Set of 4 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
My First Bananagrams: Multi-Award Winning Kids Spelling Board Game For Ages 4+ • Amazon Business $18.95 1 $18.95
Teacher Created Resources Push and Pop Bubble Ten Frame Math Fidget Sensory Toy (Pack of Six) (TCR20110) • Amazon Business $13.12 1 $13.12
Expo Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Assorted 12/Pack (80699) • Staples $12.91 1 $12.91
Microfiber Dry Erase White Board Magnetic Cleaning Mitt - 2-Pack - Double-Sided - Multi-Surface Cleaning • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Spectrum Assortment 200 Sheets/Pack (91397) • Staples $9.19 1 $9.19
Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Radiant Assortment 300 Sheets/Ream (91642) • Staples $8.15 1 $8.15
What If Everybody Did That? • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Cap Erasers for Pencils Pulk - Pencil Top Erasers Sukh 120 Pack Pencil Cap Erasers Toppers for Kids Latex Free Assorted Colors School Erasers Caps for Teachers Sudents Classroom Home and Office • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$755.35

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$801.68

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$141.47

Total project goal

$943.15

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $943.15

1 Donor

-$421.94

Donations toward project cost

-$400.84

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.10

match offer

-$471.58

Match offer toward project cost

-$400.84

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$70.74

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$49.64

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