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Ms. Forthman from Bakersfield, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Essentials for 6th Graders

Help me give my students a great classroom that is not only functional, but also inspiring.

  • $474 goal

This project expired on October 24, 2025.

This project expired on October 24, 2025.

My Project

This project includes both classroom essentials like paper, pencils, and Expo markers, as well as materials that help bring joy and excitement to our space. With Cricut supplies, I can make our classroom come alive with creative bulletin boards, personalized materials, and motivational decor that makes students feel seen and excited to learn.

Every donation, no matter how small, brings us closer to building a space where students feel welcomed, supported, and ready to take on the school year.

Thank you for helping me make this classroom a place where joy and learning meet!

Ms. Forthman Columbia Elementary School Grades 6-8

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.

Bakersfield, CA View local requests

More than half 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

Never Before Funded 32 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Mead Spiral Notebooks, 24 Pack, 1 Subject, College Ruled Paper, 7-1/2" x 10-1/2", 70 Sheets per Notebook, Color Will Vary (73065) • Amazon Business $39.99 2 $79.98
GO2CRAFT All-in-One Accessories Bundle for Cricut Makers and All Explore Air, 90Pcs Ultimate Tools and Accessories with Vinyl, Weeding Tools, Transfer Tape, Crafting Starter Kit for Cricut Projects • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Clipboards, HERKKA 32 Pack Hardboard Office Clipboards Low Profile Clip Standard A4 Letter Size, ECO Friendly • Amazon Business $34.77 1 $34.77
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener, Auto Stop, Super Sharp & Fast, Electric Pencil Sharpener Plug in for 6-12mm No.2/Colored Pencils/Office/Home-Green • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Expo Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Black 36/Pack (1920940) • Staples $23.74 1 $23.74
Gwybkq Cutting Mat for Cricut Maker 3/Maker/Explore 3/Air 2/Air/One 12 Pack 12x12 Variety Grip Sticky Pad Replacement Accessories for Silhouette Cricket Card Supplies Standard Light Strong Frabic • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
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
vidabita 100 Sheets Colored Cardstock Paper 120gsm 32lb, 25 Assorted Colors Pastel Colored Construction Paper, Colorful Cardstock for Crafts, Card Making, Printer, Origami, Scrapbooking • Amazon Business $17.66 1 $17.66
12Pack Fridge Magnets Refrigerator Magnets Magnetic Clips Heavy Duty for Fridge, Clips Magnets Whiteboard Magnets Clips Detailed List Display Paper Fasteners on Home& Office& Teaching (White, 12) • Amazon Business $7.98 2 $15.96
Cricut Transfer Tape - 12" x 48", Roll • Blick Art Materials $7.90 2 $15.80
Angelus Self-Healing Cutting Mat - 18" x 24" • Blick Art Materials $15.19 1 $15.19
EXPO Dry Erase, Soft Pile Block Whiteboard Eraser, 5-1/8 in. x 1-1/2 in. • Amazon Business $2.96 5 $14.80
30 Packs Clear Plastic Ruler 12 Inch with Centimeter and Millimeter, Metric Rulers Bulk for Kids Classroom School Office • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$327.66

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$29.98

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.91

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$402.50

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$71.03

Total project goal

$473.53

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