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Ms. Edlin from Capitol Hgts., MD is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Essential Tools for Future Geographers, Historians, and Global Citizens

Help me give my students headphones for video content, notebooks for studying, copy paper for projects, storage pockets for missed work, a sharpener for daily learning, and a globe for cultural understanding.

  • This project is not currently eligible for funding.
  • $898 goal

My Project

My students are resilient, creative, and eager to learn. They represent a wide range of abilities; gifted learners, English language learners, and students with special needs. All deserve the chance to thrive. The right classroom resources help them stay engaged, organized, and confident as they explore news ideas, cultures.

This project will provide essential tools that support differentiation, equity, and academic growth.

My goal is to create an environment where students sharpen their skills, express creativity, and build global understanding. With your support, every learner can reach their fullest potential.

Ms. Edlin Walker Mill Middle School Grades 6-8

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

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.

Capitol Hgts., MD 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

HBCU Alum Never Before Funded 260 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Waypoint Geographic World/USA Laminated Notebook Maps, 32/Pack (RWPNB03) • Quill.com $169.19 1 $169.19
Yunsailing 30 Pack Class Set Headphones for Kids Students Bulk Classroom Headsets Adjustable School Earphones On Ear with 3.5mm Jack for Youth Adults, Teacher Must Have Supplies(Black) • Amazon Business $41.99 2 $83.98
Trade Quest Letter Size Clipboard Low Profile Clip Hardboard (Pack of 30) • Amazon Business $29.75 2 $59.50
AFMAT Heavy Duty Electric Pencil Sharpener, Auto Stop Classroom Pencil Sharpeners for 6-11mm No.2/Colored Pencils, Pencil Sharpener for Large Pencils, Sharp Point, Save Pencils, Teachers Must Haves • Amazon Business $25.00 2 $50.00
Hands-On Teaching Globe • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Handepo 100 Pack Composition Notebooks Ruled Lined Kraft Notebooks Bulk Soft Cover Journals Travel Diary Memo for Students Classroom Office Supplies(A6,Kraft Color) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
1493: Uncovering the New World Columbus Created • Amazon Business $36.09 1 $36.09
Henoyso 48 Pcs Dry Erase Answer Paddle with Markers Handheld Double Sided Paddles Colorful Flip Answer Dry Erase Paddles White Boards for Students Kids Score Boards Teacher (Rectangle Fresh) • Amazon Business $30.99 1 $30.99
TRU RED 8.5 x 11 Copy Paper 20 lbs. 92 Brightness 500 Sheets/Ream 5 Reams/Carton (TR56960) • Staples $29.99 1 $29.99
Epakh 6 Pack Magnetic File Holder Magnetic Paper Organizer Wall Mounted Mail Magazine Storage Pockets for Refrigerator, Whiteboard, Office, Classroom, Home, Teacher Supplies(Pink) • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Avengers of the New World: The Story of the Haitian Revolution • Amazon Business $24.27 1 $24.27
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor Ink, Assorted Fashion Colors, Chisel Tip, 40 Count • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Extra-large World Wall Map - Laminated - 67'' x 45'' • Amazon Business $18.59 1 $18.59
SMELHA Highlighters 80 Pack of Fluorescent Yellow Highlighters Chisel Tip, Quick-drying, Highlighter Bulk, For School, Office, Family … • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
DK Eyewitness Books: Aztec, Inca & Maya: Discover the World of the Aztecs, Incas, and Mayas― • Amazon Business $15.69 1 $15.69
Coideal Fridge Magnetic Clips Round - 20 Pack Strong Metal Refrigerator Magnet Clip 30mm Wide Scratch-Free for Whiteboard School Teaching Office Kitchen Use (Rose Gold) • Amazon Business $9.85 1 $9.85
Outus 13 Pcs Social Studies Classroom Decorations Civilizations Poster Civilizations Has Grapes Poster for Classroom Bulletin Boards History Wall Decor Strategy Educational Art Print(Elegant) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$682.08

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$40.92

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.23

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$763.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$134.69

Total project goal

$897.92

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