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Ms. Maqelara from Staten Island, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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First Grade, First Year, Big Dreams!

Help me give my students access to essential materials they will need to have a successful learning experience.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Maqelara's classroom raised $1,435

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

The students I have the opportunity to teach are bright little minds eager to learn! They walk into our classroom each day full of curiosity, energy, and big dreams. It’s truly inspiring to see how excited they are to explore new ideas, ask questions, and support one another as they grow.

As a first-year teacher, I want to give my students the very best start to their educational journey.

One of my biggest goals is to create a welcoming, well-equipped classroom where every child feels supported and ready to succeed. With your help, I can provide essential materials that promote learning, creativity, and confidence. From pencils and notebooks to crayons, storage bins, and basic classroom tools, each item will play a part in helping my students engage in hands-on learning, stay organized, and feel proud of their work. These supplies may seem simple, but they’re the building blocks of a successful year.

Your support will also ease the financial burden on families by helping provide materials that many students would otherwise need to bring from home. Every donation—big or small—makes a meaningful impact in our classroom, and I’m so grateful for the opportunity to partner with generous donors like you to create a space where all students can thrive. We appreciate it!

Ms. Maqelara The Waverly Empowered Lrnrs 84 Grades PreK-2

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.

Staten Island, NY 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

20 students impacted 18donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
50 POP Fidget Toys Bulk (assorted; social emotional learning awareness tools, calming corner, mental health, calm down sensory fidgets for teens) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $125.00 1 $125.00
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25 x 30 Inches, 30 Sheets/Pad, 6 Pads (561WL VAD 6PK), Large White Lined Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper • Amazon Business $97.35 1 $97.35
MEDIMALL 15 Drawers Rolling Storage Cart, Multipurpose Craft Storage Cart with Wheels, Mobile Tools Scrapbook Paper Organizer Cart for School Home Office Use (Rainbow) • Amazon Business $82.99 1 $82.99
3M Laminator Kit With Every Size Laminating Pouch • Amazon Business $79.50 1 $79.50
Crayola Fine Line Markers - Assorted Colors, Set of 200 • Blick Art Materials $73.34 1 $73.34
Crayola Classpack Crayons 800/Box (52-8016) • Staples $52.93 1 $52.93
HapiLeap Plastic Storage Bins with Lid, Stackable Storage Containers for Organizing, Storage Baskets for Shelves Kitchen Bathroom Playroom Classroom Office (Medium (4 PCS)) • Amazon Business $49.98 1 $49.98
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets, 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $19.68 2 $39.36
2Fold Supply Pencil Dispenser for Classroom - Stainless Steel Bulk Pencil Holder for Desk - Includes Removable Label Stickers - Teacher Must Haves for Organization - Holds up to 200 Pencils (Black) • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
1000+ PCS Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Birthday Gift,Christmas Stocking Stuffers,Christmas Gift,Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Carnival Prizes,Pinata Filler Sensory Toy for Classroom • Amazon Business $33.79 1 $33.79
Officygnet 3 Ring Pencil Pouch, 36 Packs Bulk Zipper Pencil Case in 6 Colors, Pencil Pouches with Clear Window for Storing School Office Supplies, Cloth Pencil Bag for 3 Hole Binder • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
Dixon Ticonderoga Laddie No. 2 Pencil - Box of 12 • Blick Art Materials $5.27 6 $31.62
Hasbro Play-Doh Super Color Set - 20 Pack Modeling Compound, Assorted Colors, 3 oz. Cans of Modeling Dough, Sensory Play Dough, Kids Arts & Crafts, Classroom Art Supplies • Kaplan Early Learning Company $28.76 1 $28.76
X-ACTO Pencil Sharpener, SchoolPro Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy Duty Sharpener for School, Classroom and Teacher Supplies, Perfect for Addition to Homeschooling Supplies, Black, 1 Count • Amazon Business $27.19 1 $27.19
My Tiny Treasures Box Company Treasure Chest Box Desktop Size 10"x6"x6" for Teachers and Classroom Toy Prizes Awards for Star Students • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., 60/Pack (E501) • Quill.com $23.69 1 $23.69
Naivees 4" x 6" Photo Storage Case with Handle, 16 Inner Photo Organizer Keeper, Extra Large Storage Picture Boxes, Seed Storage, Transparent Craft Keeper (Multicolor-16 Pack Inner Box) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Mr. Sketch Scented Washable Markers Chisel Tip Assorted Colors 36 Count (2003992) • Staples $22.56 1 $22.56
Sooez 32 Pack Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags, A4 Letter Size, Zipper Bags with Label Pocket, Waterproof Zipper Pouches for Classroom Organization, Board Game Storage, Document Bag for Office School Supplies • Amazon Business $21.98 1 $21.98
Storex Small Classroom Caddies with 3 Compartments, 5.25" x 9.25" x 9.25", Assorted Colors, 6/Carton (00940U06C) • Quill.com $21.67 1 $21.67
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use • Amazon Business $21.39 1 $21.39
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
Scotch Transparent Tape, 3/4 in x 1296 in, 6 Tape Rolls, Clear, Refill, Home Office and Back to School Supplies for Classrooms • Quill.com $17.32 1 $17.32
Stars Magnetic Jar,Reward Kids Star Jars, Magnetic Reward Star Jar for Classroom Board, Reward Magnetic Star Jars for Home Classroom Kids Incentive,Good Behavior Home Training for Kids • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Leinuosen 96 Pieces Scented Colorful Smelly Pencils Cute Fruit Inspirational Motivational Pencils with Eraser for Kids Students Party Gifts Rewards, 8 Styles • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Blue Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, for Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
6 Pack Multi-Function Electronic Timer - Magnetic Digital Timers Big LCD Display The Loud/Silent Switch Countdown Timer Extensively Use in Break Time, Cooking,Gym, Meeting, Classroom • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Crayola Colors of the World Crayons - 24-Count Multicultural Skin Tone Crayons, Set of 4 Boxes - Inclusive Coloring Supplies for Classrooms, Arts & Crafts School Supplies, Ages 3+ • Kaplan Early Learning Company $13.46 1 $13.46
MaxGear Magnetic Pen Holder, 2 Pack Mesh Pencil Holder for Desk Storage Basket Organizer Marker Holder - Extra Strong Magnets Perfect for Locker Accessories, Refrigerator, Whiteboard, School Office • Amazon Business $11.75 1 $11.75
Vkey (500 Pair Sets) 3/4inch 20mm Diameter Sticky Back Coins Hook & Loop Self Adhesive Dots Tapes (White) • Amazon Business $11.39 1 $11.39
Amazon Basics Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon & Fresh Scent, Sanitizes/Cleans/Disinfects/Deodorizes, 340 Count (4 Packs of 85) • Amazon Business $10.72 1 $10.72
Sharpie Permanent Marker, Fine Tip, Black, 12/Pack (30001) • Quill.com $10.07 1 $10.07
JEFURE 72 Pcs Black Magnetic Dry Erase Markers with Eraser Cap, White Board Mini Dry erase Markers Bulk, Fine Point Tip Student White Board Markers for Teachers Office School Supplies • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
OWLKELA 30 Pack Whiteboard Eraser for Kids and Adults, Washable and Reusable Magnetic Whiteboard Eraser for Cleaning Dry Erase Markers on Magnetic Soft Whiteboard, Glass Whiteboard and Dry Erase Board • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Green Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, for Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Purple Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, for Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
2800 PCS Colored Dot Stickers Round Color Coding Labels Circle Dots Labels Stickers Polka Circle Dot Stickers Label Sticker for Office,Classroom,Papers Etc • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Assorted 12/Pack (30075/30072) • Staples $7.99 1 $7.99
Oxford Index Cards, 500 Pack, 4x6 Index Cards, Ruled on Front, Blank on Back, White, 5 Packs of 100 Shrink Wrapped Cards (40178) • Amazon Business $7.80 1 $7.80

Materials cost

$1,169.82

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.84

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$17.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,219.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$215.15

Total project goal

$1,434.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,434.36

17 Donors

-$701.74

Donations toward project cost

-$622.73

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$79.01

match offer

-$701.74

Match offer toward project cost

-$596.48

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$105.26

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$30.88

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