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Mrs. Telisa Carter from Whiteville, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Telisa Carter's classroom raised $578

Every Artist Starts with a Pencil

Help me give my students basic drawing supplies of pencils, Markers, eraser, pens, glue to let their creativity flow in my classroom I also need organizer drawers for all the fun art supplies.

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Mrs. Telisa Carter Classical Charter School Whiteville
Whiteville, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

My students are creative, curious, and eager to express themselves through art. They come to class excited to learn new techniques and share their unique ideas, but many do not have access to basic art supplies at home. I want to provide them with the tools they need to explore their creativity and build confidence in their artistic abilities.

With supplies like pencils, erasers, markers, my students will be able to fully participate in art activities that encourage imagination, self-expression, and critical thinking.

These simple resources will allow them to practice sketching, develop fine motor skills, and create artwork they can be proud of.

Art gives students a chance to communicate emotions, tell stories, and connect with learning in meaningful ways. By supporting this project, you are helping create an engaging classroom environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed creatively and academically.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

30 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Telisa Carter Classical Charter School Whiteville Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Whiteville, NC 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

30 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ticonderoga© Black Pencils - Pkg. of 144 • Nasco $38.44 2 $76.88
Papermate© Flair Pens - Medium Point - School Pack of 48 • Nasco $70.52 1 $70.52
Iris Stackable Storage Drawer, Gray, 3/Pack (500163) • Quill.com $67.79 1 $67.79
Sterilite 4-Pack 3 Drawer Unit, Stackable Plastic Organizer with Drawers, White Frame - Multi-Purpose Countertop Storage Containers for Office Supplies, Craft Rooms, Classrooms and Home Organization • Amazon Business $53.40 1 $53.40
Reusable Write & Wipe Pocket - Set of 30 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Paper Mate InkJoy Retractable Gel Pens Medium Point 0.7mm Assorted Ink 14/Pack (1951636) • Staples $25.59 1 $25.59
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $23.59 1 $23.59
Crayola Take Note! Chisel-Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count - Low Odor, Bold Colors, Ink Level Indicator - Classroom Art Supplies for Teachers, Students & Kids Ages 3+ • Kaplan Early Learning Company $17.05 1 $17.05
Pentel Hi-Polymer Eraser Caps, White, Pack of 10 - Wood • School Specialty $2.84 6 $17.04
Crayola Take Note Dry Erase Markers for School (12ct) Teacher Classroom Supplies, Chisel Tip Whiteboard Markers, Must Haves • Amazon Business $10.02 1 $10.02
EXPO Dry Erase Whiteboard Cleaning Spray, 22oz - Calendar, Organization, Essential Supplies for Office, School, Classroom, Teachers • Amazon Business $7.89 1 $7.89
ZACI 30pcs Carpet Marker Spot, Colorful Floor Velcro Sit Dots Circles Carpet Spots Markers for Classroom Kindergarten • Amazon Business $6.19 1 $6.19
Paper Mate Handwriting Mechanical Pencil 1.3mm #2 Medium Lead 5/Pack (2017483) • Staples $3.99 1 $3.99

Materials cost

$419.94

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.70

Sales tax

 $32.76

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.30

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$490.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$86.59

Total project goal

$577.29

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $577.29

1 Donor

-$577.29

Donations toward project cost

-$490.70

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$86.59

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