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Mrs. McGowan from Laurel, MD is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Basic Needs for Everyday Learning

Help me give my students basic school supplies such as scissors, pencils, play doh, etc.

  • $219 goal

This project expired on June 20, 2025.

This project expired on June 20, 2025.

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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

There is so much that goes into the day-to-day activities within a classroom. Many of those activities and ideas require a lot of resources. Replenishing and finding those resources throughout the year can often be difficult. The materials (scissors, pencils, play doh, lamination, etc.) for this DonorsChoose project are to assist in creating centers and other daily learning activities as well as replenishing student supply boxes throughout the year. These items can be used across all subject areas. These materials are ones that are used throughout the year as students work with me in small groups. All of these resources will contribute greatly to student learning! Thank you for your support.

Mrs. McGowan Oaklands Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Laurel, MD 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

30 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 100 Count, Clear, 5 mil., Laminate Business Cards, Banners and Essays, Ideal Office or School Supplies, Fits Letter Sized Paper (8.9 in. × 11.4 in.) • Amazon Business $22.43 2 $44.86
Hammermill Printer Paper, 20 lb Copy Paper, 8.5 x 11 - 5 Ream (2,500 Sheets) - 92 Bright, Made in the USA • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Westcott Right- & Left-Handed Scissors For Kids, 5’’ Pointed Safety Scissors, Assorted, 6 Pack (16455) • Amazon Business $4.32 6 $25.92
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 36-Pack Case of Colors, Non-Toxic, 3 Oz Cans of Assort. Colors, Back to School Classroom Supplies, Preschool Toys, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $25.44 1 $25.44
Ticonderoga Wood-Cased Pencils, Pre-Sharpened, 2 HB Soft, Yellow, 72 Count • Amazon Business $10.30 1 $10.30

Materials cost

$144.51

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$8.67

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$185.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$32.71

Total project goal

$218.06

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