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Mrs. Melvin from Fayetteville, NC is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Every Child Deserves to Shine: Equipping Exceptional Children's Pre-K Superstars!

Help me give my students supplies to print pictures and make books for classroom use during the year. We will need film, ink cartridges, photo paper, book binder, and laminator. Thank you so much!

  • $1,241 goal

This project expired on November 14, 2025.

This project expired on November 14, 2025.

My Project

My name is Rondica Melvin and I'm reaching out to you today with a heartfelt request for our amazing Exceptional Children's Prekindergarten class of exceptional children! Imagine a classroom where every child, no matter their unique needs, can truly thrive. That's our goal, and with your help, we can make it a reality!

Our little learners are full of potential and they amaze us daily, we're dedicated to providing them with the very best environment to explore, grow, and have fun.

To do that, we urgently need some key supplies. We're looking to create a **calming corner** for those moments when our busy bees need to regroup, and we need **sensory tools** and **fidget items** to help them focus and learn in the way that best suits them. We also need **floor supports** to give our non-ambulatory students the stability they need to participate fully in all classroom activities.

Beyond that, we're aiming to boost their **early writing skills** with new materials, supplies such as ink cartridges, film, and photo paper to replenish our well-loved **cameras and printers** to document their incredible progress, and get a new **laminator** and **spiral book binder** to make our learning resources last!

Your donation, big or small, will directly impact these incredible children, providing them with the tools they need for a successful, engaging, and joyful school year. Help us equip our classroom and unlock the full potential of every child! Thank you so much for your help!

Mrs. Melvin Mary McArthur Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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 will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

12 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Polaroid - 600 Film-Double Pack • Best Buy Education $38.99 4 $155.96
Lakeshore Cozy Corner Canopy - A Reading or Calming Corner for Classrooms • Lakeshore Learning Materials $89.99 1 $89.99
HP 936 Cyan/Magenta/Yellow Standard Yield Ink Cartridges, 3/Pack (6C3Z3LN) • Quill.com $85.55 1 $85.55
HP 936e EvoMore Black High Yield Ink Cartridge, Prints Up to 2,500 Pages (4S6V6LN) • Quill.com $84.63 1 $84.63
ODOXIA Calm Down Corner | Classroom and Special Education Must Haves | Calming Corner Items for Kids | Calming Corner Kit with Sensory Mats, Posters, Solutions Wall, Sensory Toys • Amazon Business $79.95 1 $79.95
3M Laminator Kit With Every Size Laminating Pouch • Amazon Business $79.50 1 $79.50
Interlocking Floor Mats - 8-Piece Nontoxic Exercise Mat or Play Mat for Toddlers, Babies or Kids - Foam Padding for Home Gym by Stalwart (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $54.09 1 $54.09
TIANSE Binding Machine, 21-Holes, 450 Sheets, Comb Binding Machines with Starter Kit 100 PCS 3/8'' Comb Binding Spines, Comb Binder Machine Book Maker Perfect for Letter Size, A4, A5 or Smaller Sizes • Amazon Business $43.69 1 $43.69
Lightahead LED Sensory Jellyfish Aquarium Lamp with Bluetooth Speaker and Color Changing Light Effects. Majestic and Standing Tall at 16 Inches! Large (16 Inches Tall) • Amazon Business $39.90 1 $39.90
Nuanchu 4 Pcs Folding Slant Board for Writing 14 x 12 Inch Large Slanted Clipboard Adjustable Tilted Writing Board Sloped Surface to Improve Handwriting Legibility Endurance for Office Reading (Blue) • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
AFMAT Artist Pencil Sharpener, Charcoal Pencil Sharpener, Electric Art Pencil Sharpener, Long Point Sharpener for 6-9.6mm Large Pencils, Rechargeable Pencil Sharpeners for Art Pencils-Blue • Amazon Business $27.00 1 $27.00
Play-Doh Bulk Pack of 48 Cans, 6 Sets of 8 Modeling Compound Colors, 3oz, Back to School Gifts & Prizes for Students & Classroom, Preschool Toys for Kids, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $26.36 1 $26.36
Immuson Thermal Laminating Pouches 8.9 x 11.4, 3Mil Thickness, Crystal Clear Finish, 200 Pack • Amazon Business $19.97 1 $19.97
GiftAmaz Mindful Maze Boards, Calming Toys for Kids, Finger Path Breathing Boards, Calming Corner Items Kids Social Emotional Learning, Mindfulness Sensory Cardboard Birthday Toys Box for Kid 3+ • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Mr. Pen- Monkey Noodle Fidget Toy, 9 Pack, Fidget Noodles, Stretchy Strings Fidget Toys, Sensory Noodles, Sensory Toys, Calming Toys, Sensory Fidget Toys, Stretchy Toys, Autism Toys • Amazon Business $7.98 2 $15.96
Fidget Bracelet Vibrant Squishy Fuzzy Toy 6-Pack of Flexible Wearable Jewelry, Sensory Rings Toys for Kids - Stretchy Silicone Bands with Textured • Amazon Business $15.90 1 $15.90
Learning Resources Squeezy Tweezers, Fine Motor Tools for Toddlers, Assorted Colors, Set of 6, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Glossy Photo Paper For Printer 8.5 x 11" - (100 Sheets) - Works with Inkjet Printer, Easy to Use, Premium Picture Paper • Amazon Business $12.89 1 $12.89
Ticonderoga My First Short Triangular Wood-Cased Pencils, No 2 HB Soft, Assorted Primary Colors, Pack of 12 • School Specialty $11.99 1 $11.99
VELCRO Brand Dots with Adhesive White | 200 Pk | 3/4" Circles | Sticky Back Round Hook and Loop Closures for Organizing, Arts and Crafts, School Projects, 91824, 200Pk • Amazon Business $11.48 1 $11.48
Sensory Chew Necklace for Kids - Toddler chew Toys for Aggressive chewers Autism, ADHD, SPD and Special Needs - Chewy Necklace for Sensory Kids(Blue) • Amazon Business $8.95 1 $8.95

Materials cost

$931.73

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.70

Sales tax

 $72.67

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,054.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$186.01

Total project goal

$1,240.09

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