As we prepare to head into a new school year, I want to make sure my students have the tools they need to feel confident and prepared from day one. Every year, I watch families try their best to provide school supplies, but with the rising cost of living and inflation hitting households hard, it's becoming more and more difficult for many to cover even the basics. Items like notebooks, pencils, headphones, pencil pouches, and glue sticks add up quickly—especially for families with multiple kids. Some students arrive with nothing more than a backpack and a hopeful smile.
On top of that, our school district is facing budget cuts that limit the amount of classroom supplies we're able to order.
I’ve always tried to fill in the gaps myself, but the reality is, it’s getting harder to keep up. A simple pack of markers or a few extra notebooks might not seem like much, but when you're buying for a class of 30+ kids, it adds up fast. This project will help me stock up on the essentials every child needs—so no one starts the year feeling left behind.
Your support would make a huge difference. With your help, I can provide every student with what they need to participate fully in class without having to worry about what they don’t have. Starting this project now and getting future supplies will help lessen my stress over the summer; knowing we are ready to go helps so much.
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
Rosmonde 1 Subject Graph Paper Spiral Notebook, 12 Pack, 70 Sheets (140 Pages), 8 x 10-1/2" Bulk 4x4 Spiral Bound Grid Notebooks, 3 Hole Punched Single Subject Quad Ruled Spiral Notebooks for School
• Amazon Business
$19.61
3
$58.83
Rarlan Washable Markers Bulk, Markers for Kids, Bulk pack, 12 Colors, 240 Count
• Amazon Business
$42.96
1
$42.96
Yunsailing 30 Pack Class Set Headphones for Students Bulk School Headsets Earphones with 3.5mm Jack Classroom Must Haves Teacher Supplies for Adults Laptop Computer(Multicolor)
• Amazon Business
$37.99
1
$37.99
Ellinjan 288 Count Washable Markers for Kids, Bulk Markers for Classroom, Fine Line Coloring Markers with Conical Tip, Back to School Supplies, Classroom Must Haves, 12 Assorted Colors
• Amazon Business
Rosmonde 5 Subject Notebook Wide Ruled, 6 Pack, 300 Pages (150 Sheets), 8 x 10-1/2", 5 Subject Spiral Notebook with Dividers, Thick Paper Fights Ink Bleed, 3 Hole Punched, Spiral Notebooks for School
• Amazon Business
$27.71
1
$27.71
LURLIN 3-Ring Pencil Pouch, 30 Pack Bulk Zipper Pen Pouches in Assorted Colors for Office College School Supplies Cosmetics, Cloth Pencil Case for 3 Hole Binder…
• Amazon Business
$25.99
1
$25.99
Neenah Index Cardstock, 8.5" x 11", 90 lb/163 gsm, White, Lightweight, 94 Brightness, 300 Sheets (91437)
• Amazon Business
$12.07
2
$24.14
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks, Washable, 7 Grams, 60 Count
• Amazon Business
$18.99
1
$18.99
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper, Punchy Pastel 5-Color Assortment, 625 Sheets, 24 lb./89 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91732)
• Amazon Business
$18.35
1
$18.35
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper, "Brilliant" 5-Color Assortment, 625 Sheets, 24 lb/89 gsm, 8.5" x 11 - MORE SHEETS! (91684)
• Amazon Business
$16.60
1
$16.60
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 24 Sticky Note Pads, 3 x 3 in., School Supplies, Office Products, Sticky Notes for Vertical Surfaces, Monitors, Walls and Windows, Energy Boost Collection
• Amazon Business
$16.50
1
$16.50
Crayola Construction Paper - 480ct (2pck), Bulk School Supplies For Kids, Teacher Classroom Must Have, Art Paper, Arts & Crafts
• Amazon Business
$16.47
1
$16.47
BIC(R) Wite-Out(R) Correction Tape, 471 3/5in., Pack Of 10, BICWOTAP10
• Amazon Business
$15.07
1
$15.07
Crayola Take Note Dry Erase Markers (12ct) Whiteboard Markers for Teachers, Low Odor, Chisel Tip, Easter Basket Essentials for Kids, Classroom Supplies
• Amazon Business
$11.48
1
$11.48
Mr. Pen Erasers for Pencils, 120 Pack, Pencil Top Erasers, Eraser Caps, Kids, Cap Tops, Topper Erasers. Ereaser
• Amazon Business
$5.94
1
$5.94
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point (1.0mm), Blue, Flexible Round Barrel For Writing Comfort, 60-Count
• Amazon Business
$5.90
1
$5.90
Oxford Index Cards, 3 x 5 Inches, White, Lined on Front, Blank on Back, Flashcards for School and Studying, Recipe Note Cards, 500 Count (5 Packs of 100) (40176)
• Amazon Business
$5.84
1
$5.84
Materials cost
$489.75
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.35
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$527.10
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$93.02
Total project goal
$620.12
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$620.12
5 Donors
-$382.41
Donations toward project cost
-$329.55
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$52.86
Matching donations from our partners
-$232.41
Match offers toward project cost
-$197.55
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Reichert and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
