Help me give my students supplies to help them document their thinking and keep our room clean and fresh.
$445 goal
This project expired on August 27, 2025.
This project expired on August 27, 2025.
My Project
My students live in a rural area in Upper Michigan. We are a high poverty school district with 100% of students eligible for free breakfast and lunch. While our district has a history of experiencing tough times, we are a close-knit community, and my students are resilient and creative.
When people ask me what I do for a living, I often pause.
While it might sound odd to tell people that I am an encourager of stories, that is exactly what I do. As a writer, my teaching philosophy takes root from my passion for language and for stories. I want my students to understand that their words matter.
Even though I've been teaching for 23 years, I love to find new ways to engage my students. I try to give my students multiple genres to respond to our work in class which is where a variety of school supplies come in.
Having a well stocked classroom with supplies definitely helps set up student success. While some of my students are able to come to school with paper and pencils, many cannot, so I love to have supplies for them.
During the school year I like to have my students participate in a creative projects, so supplies like post it notes come in handy for us to analyze literature and convey critical thinking and display for others to see.
Keeping the classroom environment fresh and organized is important. My students always appreciate soft boxes of tissue, Clorox Wipes to keep surfaces sanitized,and deodorizer to keep our classroom smelling good.
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
150 students impacted
Boost your odds
Add a profile photo in addition to your classroom photo. If you add a photo, it'll show up right here on your project page.
You are more likely to receive funding if you put a face to your name.
3 Packs of (6 cubes) Febreze Original Gain Scent W/ Avec (green) Wax Melts Air Freshener 2.75 ounces each
• Amazon Business
$19.10
1
$19.10
Bulk Colorful Paper Folders with Pockets Heavy Duty Wholesale Pocket Folders for 3 Ring Binder (50 Folders in 6 Colors)
• Amazon Business
$18.80
1
$18.80
Bic Mechanical Pencil #2 EXTRA SMOOTH, Variety Bulk Pack Of 40, 20 0.5mm With 20 0.7mm Led Pencils, Assorted Colored Barrels, for professional Office & School Use.
• Amazon Business
$16.69
1
$16.69
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Room Freshener Spray Bottle, Lemon Verbena Scent, 8 Fl oz (Pack of 2)
• Amazon Business
Oxford 5-Subject Notebooks, 8.5" x 11", College Ruled, 200 Sheets, Assorted Colors (10588)
• Quill.com
$10.07
1
$10.07
Mead 5-Subject Notebook 8.5 x 11 College Ruled 200 Sheets Assorted Colors Each (06780)
• Staples
$10.04
1
$10.04
Febreze Odor-Eliminating Wax Melts Air Freshener Refills, Ocean, 8Count
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
MRS. MEYER'S CLEAN DAY Room and Air Freshener Spray, Non-Aerosol Spray Bottle Infused with Essential Oils, Basil, 8 fl. oz
• Amazon Business
$9.09
1
$9.09
BIC Xtra-Smooth Pastel Mechanical Pencils with Erasers, Medium Point (0.7mm), 40-Count Pack, Bulk Mechanical Pencils for School or Office Supplies
• Amazon Business
$7.76
1
$7.76
BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencils with Erasers, Bright Edition Medium Point (0.7mm), 40-Count Pack, Bulk Mechanical Pencils for School or Office Supplies
• Amazon Business
$7.46
1
$7.46
Materials cost
$342.51
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.14
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$377.65
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$66.64
Total project goal
$444.29
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
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. Waldo and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
