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Ms. Jurus from Las Cruces NM is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fundamentals for Future: Enhancing Classroom Basics

Help me give my students access to basic classroom supplies like notebooks, pencils, art materials, and educational resources can make a significant difference in a student's life.

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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

Having the right supplies can greatly impact a student's life. They provide the necessary tools to facilitate learning, promote creativity, and foster a sense of independence. With the right supplies, students can fully engage in lessons, complete assignments effectively, and explore their potential. This not only boosts their academic performance but also builds confidence, making them more enthusiastic about learning.

In our classroom, we celebrate diversity.

Our students come from various backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, each bringing unique perspectives. Having the right supplies ensures every student, regardless of their background, has equal access to quality education. It fosters an inclusive environment where all students feel valued and empowered to learn and succeed.

Ms. Jurus
Grades 9-12

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Marker Classpack, Broad Line, 16-Assorted Colors, Set of 256 • School Specialty $95.99 1 $95.99
Staples Heavy Duty 1 3-Ring View Binders Black 12/Carton (24664CT) • Staples $58.20 1 $58.20
Crayola Washable Paint, Pint, Assorted Brilliant Colors, Set of 12 • School Specialty $53.99 1 $53.99
Crayola Bulk Colored Pencils, Pre-sharpened, Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, 12 Assorted Colors, Pack of 24 [Amazon Exclusive] • Amazon Business $53.29 1 $53.29
Pilot G2 Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Black Ink, 36/Pack (84065) • Quill.com $51.29 1 $51.29
Oxford Loose Leaf Paper College Ruled - 1000 Pack - 8 x 10.5 Inches - 3-Hole Punched Filler Paper for Adults, School Students, Kids - Perfect for Binder Paper and College Ruled Notebook Paper • Amazon Business $34.80 1 $34.80
2 Pack Power Strip - 12FT Long Extension Cord, Surge Protector with 6 Outlets and 2 USB Charging Ports, Flat Plug Overload Protection, (1625W/13A/900J), Wall Mount for Home Office and Dorm, ETL Listed • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Fashion Assorted Colors, 36 Count • Amazon Business $28.13 1 $28.13
Chalkola Kids Washable Dot Markers 10 Shimmer Colors | Water-Based Non Toxic Paint Daubers for Toddlers | Fun Preschool Art Supplies • Amazon Business $24.90 1 $24.90
Post-it Notes 3 x 3 Poptimistic Collection 100 Sheet/Pad 18 Pads/Pack (65418CTCP) • Staples $23.90 1 $23.90
Cricut Pen Set - Ultimate Fine Point Pens, Assorted Colors, Set of 30 • Blick Art Materials $20.99 1 $20.99
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $10.38 2 $20.76
BIC Round Stic Xtra-Life Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Blue Ink, 60/Pack (GSM609BE) • Quill.com $9.53 2 $19.06
Lincia 48 Pcs Compass and Protractor Set Geometry Kit Geometry Compass 180 Degrees Protractor with 6 Inch Plastic Ruler Mini Pencil for Student Math School Office Supplies(Orange) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
BIC Gel-ocity Quick Dry Retractable Gel Pens, Medium Point, 0.7mm, Assorted Ink, 8/Pack (RGLCGAP81-AST) • Quill.com $14.39 1 $14.39
Lakeshore Nylon-Bristle Paintbrushes - Set of 10 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 1 $12.99
Paper Mate Flair Felt Pen, Medium Point, Assorted Ink, Dozen (74423) • Quill.com $12.23 1 $12.23
Sharpie Permanent Marker, Fine Tip, Black, Dozen (30001) • Quill.com $10.43 1 $10.43
Paper Mate Flair Pens, Metallic Felt Tip Pens, City Lights, Glittery Ink Shines on White Paper, Assorted Colors, 8 Count • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
Sharpie Chisel Tip Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 8 • Blick Art Materials $9.10 1 $9.10
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point (1.0mm), Red Ink, Dozen (GSM11RD) • Quill.com $2.06 1 $2.06

Materials cost

$605.45

Vendor shipping charges

$25.60

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.08

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$670.13

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$118.26

Total project goal

$788.39

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$788.39

1 Donor

-$50.00

Donations toward project cost

-$50.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Young Sheldon on CBS match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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$679.56

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