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Mrs. Mandichak from Sparks, NV is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Funding Pre-k

Help me give my students a pre-k experience to help give them a head start on school!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Mandichak's classroom raised $644

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

Hello! I am a Pre-K teacher for Washoe County School District in Nevada. I am a firm believer in Pre-K and believe that it sets the foundation for grades to come. By providing a well stocked classroom with play based materials and basic classroom supplies, our children can get the most out of their school experience.

I have chosen STEM based materials to further the experiences in this field and help develop future problem solvers.

I have also included cleaning materials to ensure healthy students so they don’t miss a day! With these, we will thrive in our class!

Mrs. Mandichak Kate M Smith Elementary School 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.

Sparks, NV 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

20 students impacted 1donor

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches Letter Size 3 Mil 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Staples $26.59 6 $159.54
Pro Art Storage Box with Lid, 3-1/2 Liters, Clear • School Specialty $6.52 11 $71.72
RAINBOW TOYFROG Waffle Blocks for Toddlers & Kids 96 Pcs Jumbo Toy Building Sets– STEM Building Toys with Storage Container –Kindergarten Toys Preschool manipulatives for Toddlers • Amazon Business $38.66 1 $38.66
Scotch TL901X Thermal Laminator, 1 Laminating Machine, Gray, Laminate Photos, Holiday Decor and Gift Tags, For Holiday, Office and School Supplies, 9 in. • Amazon Business $32.20 1 $32.20
Huaker Kids Building STEM Toys,125 Pcs Educational Construction Engineering Building Blocks Kit for Ages 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Year Old Boys and Girls,Best Gift for Kids Creative Games & Fun Activity • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack, Bleach Free Cleaning Wipes - 105 Wipes (30112) • Quill.com $9.99 3 $29.97
ELONGDI 130 Pieces - Magnetic Building Sticks Building Blocks Set, Magnet Educational Toys Magnetic Blocks Sticks Stacking Toys Set, Non-Toxic Building Toy 3D Puzzle with Storage Bag • Amazon Business $26.90 1 $26.90
FUBAODA Building Blocks for Toddlers & Kids 180 Pcs Toy Building Sets – STEM Building Toys –Interlocking Building Blocks for Toddlers and Kids • Amazon Business $23.69 1 $23.69
BEBLOX Building Blocks | Building Toys for Kids Ages 4-8 250-Piece Set - Learning & Educational Fun Stem Toys - Birthday Gifts for Boys & Girls Age 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 & 12 Year Old Toys • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
ArtCreativity 10.5 Inch Beach Sand Shovels - Set of 12 - Durable Plastic Beach and Backyard Toys for Boys and Girls - Bright Assorted Colors - Fun Birthday Party Favors and Gifts for Kids and Toddlers • Amazon Business $20.87 1 $20.87
VIAHART Brain Flakes 500 Piece Interlocking Plastic Disc Set - A Creative and Educational Alternative to Building Blocks - Tested for Children's Safety - A Great Stem Toy for Both Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Green Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Foam Dice Set - Bulk Pack of 36, 1.5 Inch Large Assorted Colorful Foam Dice Cubes with Number Dots, Use for Kids, Classrooms, Math Games, Building Toys, Party Supplies by Bedwina • Amazon Business $13.79 1 $13.79

Materials cost

$502.30

Vendor shipping charges

 $7.17

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$547.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$96.53

Total project goal

$643.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $643.53

1 Donor

-$643.53

Donations toward project cost

-$547.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$96.53

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