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Ms. Dillard from Oklahoma City, OK is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Minds

Help me give my students adequate supplies that are an essential part of their educational journey, enabling them to unleash their full potential and reach for the stars.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Dillard's classroom raised $1,373

This project is fully funded

My Project

These donations will directly benefit our students, empowering them to engage in immersive learning experiences and foster a love for knowledge.

Supplies such as pencils, pens, paper, markers, lanyards, an electric sharpener, a stapler, as well as fidget toys can be used to make students more successful in the classroom.

Educational buzzer games and games will keep them engaged in the lessons. We need drawers that will keep the materials organized and readily accessible for students. The laminator will make our materials reusable and more durable. With the right materials at their fingertips, my students can explore their passions, develop critical skills, and achieve academic excellence.

The heart of this project is to give our students everything they need to succeed. We envision a classroom filled with enthusiasm, creativity, and boundless curiosity. With your support, we can create an inspiring learning environment that nurtures their individual strengths and talents.

What makes our students so special is their incredible resilience, adaptability, and eagerness to learn. They possess a thirst for knowledge and a determination to overcome challenges that never fail to inspire me. It is an honor to be a part of their growth and witness the transformation that unfolds as they discover their potential.

Your contributions will have a lasting impact on their lives, fueling their aspirations and opening doors to endless possibilities. Together, let's provide our students with the wings they need to soar and become the change-makers needed for the future.

Ms. Dillard John Marshall Enterprise Middle School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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.

Oklahoma City, OK View local requests

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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencil, Clear Barrel, Medium Point (0.7mm), 320-Count, Bulk Supplies For The Classroom or Office • Amazon Business $120.42 2 $240.84
Amazon Basics Multipurpose Copy Printer Paper, 8.5" x 11", 20lb, 8 Ream (4,000 Sheets), 92 Bright • Amazon Business $35.10 4 $140.40
Mead Spiral Notebook, 24 Pack, 1-Subject, Wide Ruled Paper, 7-1/2" x 10-1/2", 70 Sheets per Notebook, Assorted Colors (05510) • Amazon Business $22.98 3 $68.94
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $15.63 4 $62.52
Advantus, AVT34004, 10-Drawer Organizer, 1 Each, Multi • Amazon Business $60.13 1 $60.13
Marbrasse Desk Organizer with File Holder, 5-Tier Paper Letter Tray Organizer with Drawer and 2 Pen Holder, Mesh Desktop Organizer and Storage with Magazine Holder for Office Supplies(Black) • Amazon Business $32.59 1 $32.59
Amazon Basics 9-Inch Thermal Laminator Machine, White • Amazon Business $30.14 1 $30.14
Oxford Filler Paper, 8 x 10-1/2 Inch Wide Ruled Paper, 3 Hole Punch, Loose Leaf Notebook Paper for 3 Ring Binders, 500 sheets (62330), white • Amazon Business $14.14 2 $28.28
50 Pcs Fidget Pack - Party Favors Gifts for Kids, Adults & Autistics - Stress Relief Autism Sensory Toy - Fidget Toys Bulk for Classroom Treasure Box Prizes - Pop Its Fidgets Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
8 Pieces Educational English Posters English Grammar Chart Posters English Posters Bulletin Board English Grammar Classroom Decoration for Middle School High School Classroom Homeschool Supplies • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Learning Resources Lights and Sounds Buzzers,Set of 4, Ages 3+, Game Show and Classroom Buzzers, Family Game Night, Game Show Buzzers, Classroom Accessories,Back to School • Amazon Business $23.46 1 $23.46
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets - 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $22.32 1 $22.32
Oxford 31EE Ruled Index Cards, 3" x 5", White, 1,000 Cards (10 Packs of 100) (31) • Amazon Business $21.90 1 $21.90
EXPO Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 36 Count • Amazon Business $21.27 1 $21.27
Pack & Go Chess & Checkers Board Game from Spin Master Games Portable 2-Player Games Chess Board Chess Set for Adults and Kids Ages 8 and up • Amazon Business $9.77 2 $19.54
EASYCITY 48 Pack Barrel of Slime - Colorful Sludgy Gooey Fidget Kit for Sensory and Tactile Stimulation, Stress Relief, Prize, Party Favor, Christmas Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
SHARPIE Felt Tip Pens, Fine Point (0.4mm), Black, 12 Count • Amazon Business $17.49 1 $17.49
PP PHIMOTA Sensory Toys Set 55 Pack, Stress Relief Fidget Hand Toys for Adults and Kids, Sensory Fidget and Squeeze Widget for Relaxing Therapy - Perfect for ADHD Add Anxiety Autism • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
(24 Pack) Sticky Notes 3x3 in Post Bright Stickies Colorful Super Sticking Power Memo Pads, Strong Adhesive, 74 Sheets/pad • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
Swingline Staples, S.F. 4, Premium, 1/4" Length, 210/Strip, 5000/Box, 5 Pack (35481) • Amazon Business $14.02 1 $14.02
TriMagic Accordian File Folder Organizer, Alphabetical Expanding Filing Folders, A-Z Expandable Accordion File Box with 24 Pockets for Paperwork Paper Keeper Invoice Receipt Bill Document • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Teacher Created Resources 20634 Foam: Reading Comprehension Cubes Blue 2" x 2" • Amazon Business $13.30 1 $13.30
Learning Resources Reading Comprehension Cubes - Set of 6, Kids Ages 6+ Teacher and Classroom Supplies, Reading Aids for Kids • Amazon Business $13.01 1 $13.01
Amazon Basics Jumbo Size Office Paper Clips, Non Skid, 1000 Count (10 Pack of 100), Silver • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Chalkboard Hall Pass Lanyards School Passes Set of 6 for School Classroom Teacher Gift • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
TREND ENTERPRISES: Prefixes & Suffixes Bingo Game, Exciting Way for Everyone to Learn, Play 8 Different Ways, Great for Classrooms and At Home, 2 to 36 Players, For Ages 8 and Up • Amazon Business $11.68 1 $11.68
6 Pieces Teacher Essentials Large Binder Clips 2 Inches Teacher Binder Paper Clips Office School Supplies Classroom Management Teacher Supplies (Things to Do) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Grading Calculator - E-Z Grader Teacher's Aid Scoring Chart (Purple) - 8-1/2" x 4-3/4" • Amazon Business $10.68 1 $10.68
Master Magnetics - B005HYDC68 Roll-N-Cut Flexible Magnetic Tape Refill - 1/16" Thick x 1/2" Wide x 15 feet. (1 roll), 07518 • Amazon Business $9.19 1 $9.19
Felt Tip Pens, 24 Colored Fine Point Felt Pen with Fiber Tip - Perfect Markers Pen for Bullet Journaling Adult Coloring, Note Taking at School Office • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98
UNO - Classic Colour & Number Matching Card Game - 112 Cards - Customizable & Erasable Wild - Special Action Cards Included - Gift for Kids 7+, W2087 • Amazon Business $6.50 1 $6.50
Amazon Basics Rectangular Eraser, 24 Count, Pink • Amazon Business $5.98 1 $5.98
Duck Brand 1265016 Color Duct Tape, Neon Pink, 1.88 Inches x 15 Yards, Single Roll • Amazon Business $3.94 1 $3.94

Materials cost

$1,036.92

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $84.51

3rd party payment processing fee

$15.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,166.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$205.94

Total project goal

$1,372.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,372.92

3 Donors

-$1,070.00

Donations toward project cost

-$912.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$157.50

match offer

-$299.39

Match offer toward project cost

-$254.48

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$44.91

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$3.53

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