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Mrs. Shaffer from Kittanning, PA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Back to School Basics

Help me give my students basic supplies to start the school year off on the right foot!

  • $191 goal

This project expired on July 17, 2025.

This project expired on July 17, 2025.

My Project

As the end of school approaches and summer begins, I am in the process of doing what all teachers do - getting ready for next school year! My district provides the basics, but I like to be able to give my students some additional perks to start the school year off right!

The supplies in this project will help my students stay organized and keep our classroom a neat and tidy place to learn!

The students will keep all of their supplies together in the pencil pouches, which they will then carry back and forth between classrooms. This decreases the trips students have to make back to our homeroom because of forgotten supplies, thus increasing learning time. Students love mechanical pencils, and the sharpeners will be perfect for students who prefer a traditional pencil. This will keep students more engaged as they can continue working and do not have to stop for unnecessary trips to the pencil sharpener. The privacy shields are perfect for students to use when they are taking tests. They also provide a retreat for students who simply need a quiet space.

Thank you for taking the time to learn about our classroom and considering this amazing project for funding!

Mrs. Shaffer West Hills Primary 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.

Kittanning, PA View local requests

More than three‑quarters of 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
30 Pcs Desk Dividers for Students Plastic Privacy Folders Sturdy and Waterproof Privacy Shields Test Easy to Clean Privacy Boards Classroom Test Dividers for School Teacher Student Study Supplies • Amazon Business $60.99 1 $60.99
Pencil Pouch for 3 Ring Binder, Bulk 36 Pack 3-Holes Zipper Pencil Pouches in Assorted Colors, Sturdy and Durable Cloth Pencil Holder with Clear Window for Office School College Supplies (36) • Amazon Business $34.97 1 $34.97
BIC Mechanical Pencils, Assorted Sizes, #2 Lead, 60/Pack (WX7TG026-BLK) • Quill.com $20.90 1 $20.90
ForTomorrow Manual Pencil Sharpener Bulk - 24 Pack Small Colored Handheld Dual Hole Pencil Sharpeners with Lid for Kids, School Classroom • Amazon Business $12.86 1 $12.86

Materials cost

$129.72

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.95

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$161.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.53

Total project goal

$190.20

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

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