You're on track to get doubled donations (and unlock a reward for the colleague who referred you). Keep up the great work!
Take credit for your charitable giving! Check out your tax receipts

In a rush to make a major tax-deductible gift before the year's end?
Purchase account credits and choose projects later!

In a rush to make a major tax-deductible gift before the year's end? Purchase account credits and choose projects later!

For direct assistance with credits or anything else, please call our donor relationships team: (646) 586-5306 ext. 202

To use your $50 gift card credits, find a project to fund and we'll automatically apply your credits at checkout. Find a classroom project
Skip to main content

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

Your school email address was successfully verified.

See this teacher's page

This teacher needs your help!

Ms. Royster from Hampton, GA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

See what Ms. Royster is requesting

Give My Students the Tools to Learn, Grow, and Shine!

Help me give my students a cultivating, dynamic and enriching learning space that captures my students’ interest and fuels their love for learning.

  • $817 goal

This project expired on November 9, 2025.

This project expired on November 9, 2025.

My Project

I have the joy of teaching a bright and beautiful group of third grade students, and I love on them as if they were my very own. Each day, I meet them exactly where they are on their learning journey—encouraging their growth, celebrating their progress, and supporting them through every challenge.

What I love most is their genuine excitement for learning.

Whether they’re diving into a new story, tackling a math problem, exploring scientific ideas, or engaging in hands-on STEM activities, my students are naturally curious and full of potential. Their passion for learning and interest in the evolving world around them is something truly special.

The materials I’m requesting—like student dry erase boards and a cozy classroom rug—will help create a warm, inviting, and engaging learning environment. The dry erase boards will allow students to actively participate during lessons, practice skills in real time, and gain confidence as they share their thinking. The rug will provide a comfortable space for group discussions, read-alouds, and collaborative learning, making the classroom feel more like a community.

With your support, I can give my students a space that is not only structured and supportive, but also filled with joy, creativity, and opportunities to grow. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping me create a place where every child feels seen, supported, and excited to learn!

Ms. Royster Michelle Obama STEM Elementary 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.

Hampton, GA 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

HBCU Alum 26 students impacted

Boost your odds

Add a profile photo in addition to your classroom photo. If you add a photo, it'll show up right here on your project page.

You are more likely to receive funding if you put a face to your name.

Upload a photo

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

You donate directly to the teacher or project you care about and see where every dollar you give goes.

Expand the "Where your donation goes" section below to see exactly what Ms. Royster is requesting.

See our finances

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

You can start a project with the same resources being requested here!

Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Akro-Mils Storage Cabinet, 24 Drawer, 20 x 6-1/2 x 16 Inches, Black and Clear - Durability • School Specialty $96.67 1 $96.67
C-Line Plastic Classroom Connector School-To-Home Folder 11.75 x 9.44 Assorted Colors 6/Pack (CLI32010) • Staples $18.39 5 $91.95
Science Car Kit • Nasco $11.01 5 $55.05
Storex 2-Color Large Crate with Handles, Ruby Red/White • School Specialty $14.77 3 $44.31
Navy Blue Round Rug 6Ft for Boys Bedroom, Large Fluffy Fuzzy Circle Area Rugs for Kids Playroom, Living Room Decor Aesthetic, Cute Shaggy Plush Floor Royal Dark Blue Carpet for Dorm Teen Baby Nursery • Amazon Business $43.99 1 $43.99
Amazon Basics 2-Tier Metal Kitchen/Utility Cart with Shelf, White • Amazon Business $40.71 1 $40.71
Lysol Air Sanitizer Spray, For Air Sanitization and Odor Elimination, Simple Fresh, Lavender, Cotton Blossom 10 Fl. Oz (Pack of 3) • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, Letter Size, 3 Mil, 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Quill.com $31.27 1 $31.27
ZEAYEA 24 Pack Classroom Storage, Pencil Organizer Trays for Desk, Drawer, Plastic Pen & Pencil Basket - 9.3" L x 2.2" W x 2.4" H • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor Ink, Assorted Colors, Chisel Tip, 36 Count • Amazon Business $19.69 1 $19.69
Colorful Dry Erase Dots Circles Whiteboard Marker Removable Stickers Spots Wall Decals for School Classroom Teachers Students Table & Desk, 20 Pack • Amazon Business $9.49 2 $18.98
White Board Cleaning Spray, Whiteboard/Dry Erase Board Liquid Cleaner, 22 Ounce, with White Board Cleaner Microfiber Cloth • Amazon Business $17.12 1 $17.12
TaoBary 6 Rolls Colorful Bulletin Board Decorations Classroom Scalloped Spring Bulletin Board Borders Decor for School Whiteboard Cork Poster Board Chalkboard Wall(Fall Morandi Color,98.4 ft) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Storex 2-Color Large Crate with Handles, Purple Vine/White • School Specialty $14.77 1 $14.77
Expo Whiteboard Care Dry Erase Wipes, 5.5" x 10", White, 50/Container (81850) • Quill.com $14.07 1 $14.07
VICNOVA Magnetic Clips, 24 Pieces Magnetic Metal Chip Clips Fridge Magnets Refrigerator Whiteboard Locker Magnets Heavy Duty Clip Classroom Organization Teacher Must Haves School Supplies Accessories • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Scribbledo 30 Pack Dry Erase Erasers Assorted Colors Magnetic Whiteboard Erasers for Kids and Students - Smudge Free Small Dry Erase Board Erasers for Classroom Home School and Office • Amazon Business $11.75 1 $11.75
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
cridoz 15 Rolls 1/8 Whiteboard Thin Tape Pinstripe Art Tape Dry Erase Board Grid Tape Lines Pinstriping Electrical Marking Tape, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$598.02

Vendor shipping charges

$15.58

Sales tax

$41.26

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$693.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$122.44

Total project goal

$816.27

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

View complete list Show less

Give the most requested basic supplies

See teacher requests

Give back to your community

Find opportunities to impact local needs by exploring a map of classroom projects near you.

See local area

Project Activity

{"pmaHash":"","showProjectRecommendations":true,"leadGenEnabled":true,"hideTeacherDetails":false,"schoolState":"GA","teacherPossessivePronoun":"her","PMsManager":null,"schoolGradeType":{"id":2,"name":"Elementary School"},"TeacherPMForms":{},"completingDonationAmount":817,"teacherHasClassroomPhoto":false,"proposalURL":"https://www.donorschoose.org/project/give-my-students-the-tools-to-learn-gro/9457026/","mayHaveReplacements":false,"numStudents":26,"isEquityFocusV1":true,"teacherScreenName":"Ms. Royster","isEquityFocus":true,"proposalHash":"1018064141","isApplePayMobileOnly":true,"progressBarPercentage":0.00,"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"photosPublished":false,"queryString":"","DonorPMForm":null,"shouldTrackEquityFocusV2":true,"schoolCity":"Hampton","teachersOnPage":[9912655],"isTeacherViewingTheirOwnProject":false,"minimizedLeadGenEnabled":true,"proposalId":9457026,"proposalMessageFormModel":null,"numActiveProjects":0,"verifyShowPhotos":"","eligibleToBeCopied":false,"schoolId":128409,"schoolName":"Michelle Obama STEM Elementary Academy","authorIds":{"9912655":{"owner":"Ms. Royster","donationSalutations":{}}},"displayedPercentFunded":0.0,"proposalsOnPage":[9457026],"pmaId":"","teacherProfilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9912655_orig.jpg?crop=864,864,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738268283574","teacherHasProfilePhoto":true,"currentWorkflowStatusCode":6,"teacherChallengeId":22459508,"isApplePayEnabled":true,"fundedByTarget":false,"activeProject":null,"donorIdsForImpactPhotoCheck":[],"teacherId":9912655,"schoolCounty":"Henry","fullyFunded":false,"isStudentLed":false,"isExpired":true,"schoolStateObj":{"code":"GA","name":"Georgia"}}