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Ms. Sottosanti from Albany, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Every Pencil Counts: Help Us Learn!

Help me give my students what they will need in the 2025-2026 School Year!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Sottosanti's classroom raised $914

This project is fully funded

My Project

These supplies will directly support both student learning and classroom functionality. They will provide students with the essential tools needed to stay engaged, organized, and actively participate in daily lessons. Access to these materials will help create a more inclusive and productive learning environment, reduce disruptions caused by lack of resources, and allow me as the teacher to focus more on instruction and less on managing shortages. Overall, these supplies will enhance the educational experience and ensure that every student has what they need to succeed.

Help us have a stocked classroom so that we can grow as learners and not worry about not having the tools, and supplies we need to learn and grow.

Ms. Sottosanti Sheridan Preparatory Academy Grades 3-5

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.

Albany, NY 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

50 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
maxtek Mobile Dry Erase Board – 40x28 inches Magnetic Portable Whiteboard Stand Easel White Board Flipchart Easel Board with 25 Sheets Paper Pad • Amazon Business $119.69 1 $119.69
Topment Plastic Boxes 15 Drawer Rolling Organizer Cart Utility Storage Tools Scrapbook Paper Multi-Use • Amazon Business $89.64 1 $89.64
Clorox Disinfecting Wipe - 35 Count, Fresh Scent, Pack of 12 • School Specialty $68.09 1 $68.09
Mead 1-Subject Notebooks 8 x 10.5 College Ruled 70 Sheets Assorted Colors (MEA05512) • Staples $2.95 21 $61.95
Dixon Ticonderoga Laddie No. 2 Pencil - Box of 12 • Blick Art Materials $5.27 10 $52.70
Post-it Super Sticky Wall Easel Pad 25 x 30 30 Sheets/Pad 2 Pads/Pack (559) • Staples $42.44 1 $42.44
Scribbledo 24 Small White Board Dry Erase Boards Classroom Pack Mini White Boards 9" x12” Double Sided Personal Whiteboards for Students Teachers School Supplies Lapboards 24 Mini Erasers Incl • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $31.79 1 $31.79
Set of 6 Rainbow Turn in Trays for Teachers, Plastic Classroom Paper Organizers, Colorful Storage Baskets for Office (12.75 * 9.75 * 2.75 inch) • Amazon Business $23.93 1 $23.93
180 Pcs Highlighter Markers Bulk, Chisel Tip Aesthetic No Bleed Pastel Highlighter Pens Quick Drying Liner Markers for Adults Kids Highlighting in The Home School Office Classroom Supplies (Yellow) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Sharpie Glam Pop Permanent Marker, Fine Tip, Assorted, 24/Pack (2185229) • Quill.com $22.07 1 $22.07
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor Ink, Assorted Colors, Chisel Tip, 36 Count • Amazon Business $19.69 1 $19.69
Swingline Optima 25 Stapler 25-Sheet Capacity Blue/Gray (66404) • Staples $18.89 1 $18.89
Folders, Folders with Pockets, 2 Pocket Folders, Folders with Pockets Bulk, Holds 100 Sheets (50 per Pocket), Assorted Colors, Office Or School (25) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Mr. Sketch Scented Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 22 • Blick Art Materials $14.21 1 $14.21
Elmer's School Washable Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., Purple, 30/Pack (2159542) • Quill.com $10.57 1 $10.57
Fidget Simple Fidget Pack, 35pcs Fidget Toys Set with Popping Fidget Sensory Toys for Kids and Adults Simple Fidget Stress Relief Kit Gift for Party Classroom Christmas Stocking • Amazon Business $9.01 1 $9.01
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Blue Ink, 60/Pack (GSM609BE) • Quill.com $8.95 1 $8.95
YOUOK 30 Pack Small Multiplication Chart Stickers, 3×3.5 Inch Math Table Learning Stickers Educational Aid for Kids, Elementary Middle School Classroom Learning at Home and School. • Amazon Business $8.29 1 $8.29
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Assorted 12/Pack (30075/30072) • Staples $7.99 1 $7.99
Sharpie Flip Chart Tank Permanent Marker Bullet Tip Assorted 8/Pack (22480) • Staples $7.34 1 $7.34
Scissors Set of 6-Pack, 8" Scissors All Purpose Comfort-Grip Handles Sharp Scissors for Office Home School Craft Sewing Fabric Supplies, High/Middle School Student Teacher Scissor, Right/Left Hand • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
DSTELIN Binder Clips Paper Clamps Assorted Sizes 100 Count (Black), X Large, Large, Medium, Small, X Small and Micro, 6 Sizes in One Pack, Meet Your Different Using Needs. • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Amazon Basics No. 1 Paper Clips, Smooth, 1000 Count (10 Pack of 100), Silver • Amazon Business $6.51 1 $6.51
Staples Medium Binder Clips 0.63 Capacity Black 24 Clips/Pack (ST10668/10668) • Staples $4.64 1 $4.64

Materials cost

$719.34

Vendor shipping charges

 $16.76

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.79

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$776.89

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$137.10

Total project goal

$913.99

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $913.99

5 Donors

-$743.99

Donations toward project cost

-$632.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$111.60

match offer

-$170.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$144.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.50

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