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Ms. Richardson from New Orleans, LA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Essentials to succeed

Help me give my students essential supplies needed to succeed this school year

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Richardson's classroom raised $917

This project is fully funded

My Project

As a dedicated teacher, I want to ensure that every student in my classroom walks in on Day One feeling prepared, confident, and ready to learn. Many of my students come from households that may not be able to provide the basic school supplies needed to fully engage in daily lessons. That’s where this project comes in!

With your support, I will be able to provide essential classroom materials such as pencils, paper, folders, staplers, colored pencils, markers, and binders.

These supplies may seem simple, but they are the foundation for creativity, organization, and academic success.

Pencils and paper will support daily writing and critical thinking activities. Folders and binders will help students stay organized and take pride in their work. Coloring pencils and markers will allow them to express their ideas creatively during art-integrated lessons. And a few much-needed staplers will help us prepare classroom handouts and projects efficiently.

Every item in this project will directly support student learning, independence, and classroom community. Your donation will help ensure that no child has to go without the tools they need to succeed.

Thank you for investing in our future leaders!

Project tagged as

New Orleans, LA
Grades 9-12
World Languages
Charter School
Classroom Basics
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

Ms. Richardson Edna Karr High School Grades 9-12

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 will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

New Orleans, LA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

90 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Cardinal Economy 3-Ring Binders, 1", Round Rings, Holds 225 Sheets, ClearVue Presentation View, Non-Stick, White, Carton of 12 (90621) • Amazon Business $26.99 8 $215.92

Rosmonde Loose Leaf Paper, 900 Sheets, 6 Pack, College Ruled, 8" x 10.5", 56 gsm Bulk Office Filler Paper, 3 Hole Punched, 150 Sheets/Pack, College Ruled Paper for 3 Ring Binder, Notebook Paper, White • Amazon Business $21.75 4 $87.00

Crayola Ultra-Clean Washable Markers Classroom Pack - Assorted Colors, Broad Tip, Set of 200 • Blick Art Materials $78.86 1 $78.86

Crayola Colored Pencils - Assorted Colors, Classpack of 462 • Blick Art Materials $78.66 1 $78.66

Seajan 100 Pcs Plastic Folders with Pockets Heavy Duty Folders Bulk with 4 Pockets 3 Hole Punch Pocket Folders with Business Card Slot for School Office, Letter Size, 5 Colors(Bright Color) • Amazon Business $54.99 1 $54.99

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 3 $50.07

Classroom Keepers Construction Paper Storage for 12 x 18 Inch Construction Paper, 10 Slots • School Specialty $35.99 1 $35.99

3 Hole Punch Heavy Duty, 40-Sheet Three Hole Punch, AFMAT Heavy Duty Hole Puncher 3 Ring, Large 3 Hole Paper Punch, 50% Reduced Effort 3-Hole Punch, Metal Paper Puncher w/Large Chip Tray • Amazon Business $24.49 1 $24.49

Chicmo 2 PCS Desktop Plastic Organizer with 9 Mini Drawers, School Teacher Toolbox Office Supplies Storage Box, Small Items Sundries Organizer, Hairpin/Stickers/Handmade Accessories Storage Case • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99

Paper Mate Clearpoint Mechanical Pencils 0.7mm, HB #2 Pencil Lead, 2 Pencils, School Supplies, Teacher Supplies, Drawing Pencils, Sketching Pencils, Assorted Barrel Colors, 10 Count • Amazon Business $16.26 1 $16.26

Amazon Basics Stapler with 1000 Staples, Office Stapler, 25 Sheet Capacity, Non-Slip, Black • Amazon Business $5.43 2 $10.86

Materials cost			$676.09
Vendor shipping charges			$3.60
Sales tax			$59.16
3rd party payment processing fee			$10.14
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$778.99
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$137.47
Total project goal			$916.46
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$916.46
2 Donors			-$608.23
Donations toward project cost			-$517.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$91.23
match offer			-$308.22
Match offer toward project cost			-$261.99
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$46.23
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$0.01
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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This teacher needs your help!

Essentials to succeed

This project is fully funded

My Project

Project tagged as

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

Equity Focus

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TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes

How we calculate what's needed

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Give back to your community

Project Activity

Project Activity

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.