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Ms. Sverdlow from Indian Trail, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Sverdlow's classroom raised $606

First Year Teacher Classroom Set Up

Help me give my students basic supplies so they can be set up for a great school year!

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Ms. Sverdlow Indian Trail Elementary School
Indian Trail, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

As I prepare to begin my first year of teaching, I am so excited to create a classroom where every student feels welcomed, valued, and excited to learn. My goal is to build an environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and confidence while giving students the tools they need to be successful every day. My students will come to school with different backgrounds, strengths, and learning styles, and I want my classroom to be a place where each child can thrive.

The resources in this project, such as the magnetic tiles, classroom sharpener, and books, will help create engaging, hands-on learning experiences that keep students motivated and excited to participate.

Whether students are working independently, collaborating with classmates, or exploring new concepts, these materials will provide meaningful opportunities to learn and grow.

As a first-year teacher, I am working hard to build a classroom that feels like a second home for my students. Every item in this project, including the storage drawers, will help create an organized, supportive, and inspiring space where children can take risks, ask questions, and develop a lifelong love of learning. Thank you for helping me make this dream a reality for my future students!

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

20 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. Sverdlow Indian Trail Elementary School Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Indian Trail, NC View local requests

More than half 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 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Giantex 15-Drawers Rolling Storage Cart, Mobile Book Paper Organizer Utility Trolley with Wheels, Ideal for School, Office, Home • Amazon Business $84.99 1 $84.99
X-ACTO Crayon Pro Electric Sharpener, SafeStart Automatic Motor, 1 Count - Great for Home or School Classroom Use • Amazon Business $40.35 1 $40.35
Tudomro 30 Pcs Magnetic Microfiber Cleaning Cloth Dry Erasers Bulk for Most Whiteboards Dry Erase Cloth Cleaner Reusable, Home, Office, 10'' x 10''(Black) • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Crtiin 24 Pcs Privacy Folders for Students Desk Dividers Standard School Privacy Cardboard Board Testing Dividers Shield for Classroom Teacher Supplies Keep Eyes from roving(Stylish,Black) • Amazon Business $29.79 1 $29.79
Edx Education Childcraft Linking Manipulative Cubes, 3/4 Inches, Assorted Colors, Set of 100, 9.1x8.7x1.15 - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $9.37 3 $28.11
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 300 Pack - Pre-sharpened pencils #2 Wood-Cased Yellow Sharpened Pencils for Kids with Latex-Free Eraser Top for Office and Classroom Supplies. • Amazon Business $24.43 1 $24.43
CONIJIWA 2 Pcs Magnetic Book Shelf for Whiteboard with Magnetic Pen Holder | Heavy Duty Acrylic Magnetic Shelves for Classroom Furniture,Office, Refrigerator,School Supplies-White • Amazon Business $22.98 1 $22.98
NVHH 100PCS Magnetic Tiles Blocks for Kids Ages 3-5 4-8,STEM Learning Educational Preschool Magnet Building Toys for Toddlers,Christmas Birthday Gifts Toys for 3 4 5 6 7 8+ Year Old Boys Girls • Amazon Business $22.08 1 $22.08
The Bad Guys Box Set: Books 1-5 - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $21.86 1 $21.86
Outus 120 Pcs Scented Pencil Graphite HB Pencils Colored Pencils for Kids Wood Pencil with Fruit Elements for Kids Party Favors Classroom Reward School Stocking Fillers • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
30 Multicolored Dry Erase Pockets, Oversize 10 x 13 Pockets, Perfect for Classroom Organization, Reusable Dry Erase Pockets, Teaching Supplies, 30 Pack • Amazon Business $18.80 1 $18.80
IGIVI Magnetic Blocks - Build Mine Magnet World Lava Valley Set, 1" Magnetic Cube Building Toys for Kids Ages 3+, Montessori Sensory Toys for Toddlers, Creative Game Themed Toy Gifts for Boys & Girls • Amazon Business $17.09 1 $17.09
4E's Novelty 16 Reading Phones [16 Pack] Auditory Feedback Whisper Phone Classroom Manipulative, Speech Therapy Toy Tool - Accelerates Reading Fluency & Pronunciation, Phonic Materials • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Mr. Sketch Scented Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 22 Count - Fun for Kids, Coloring, Spark Creativity, Arts & Crafts • Amazon Business $13.71 1 $13.71
First Day Farts: A Funny Read Aloud Book for Kids About School Anxiety • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
A Letter From Your Teacher: On the First Day of School (The Classroom Community Collection) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
Our Class is a Family (The Classroom Community Collection) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
Marbrasse Magnetic Dry Erase Marker Holder,Pen and Eraser Holder for Whiteboard,Magnet Pencil Cup Utility Storage Organizer for Office, Refrigerator, Locker and Metal Cabinets (2 Pack) • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98
Neosmuk Magnetic Hooks, Heavy Duty 30lb+ Strong Magnet Hook for Cruise Cabins, Cruise Essentials 2026 for Hanging, Metal Wall Refrigerator Hangers (Gunmetal, 10 Pack) • Amazon Business $5.94 1 $5.94
Bostitch Office Professional Magnetic Easy Staple Remover, Black (40000M-BLK) • Amazon Business $4.19 1 $4.19

Materials cost

$441.04

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.81

Sales tax

 $34.40

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$514.87

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$90.86

Total project goal

$605.73

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $605.73

1 Donor

-$605.73

Donations toward project cost

-$514.87

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$90.86

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