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Ms. Trotter from Houston, TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help a First Year Teacher!

Help me give my students books to develop their reading skills and plant within them a love for reading! This campaign will also get fidget tools for my wiggly kids, snacks, prizes for Fun Friday and basic supplies!

  • $1,229 goal

This project expired on December 19, 2025.

This project expired on December 19, 2025.

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Ms. Trotter Hoyland Elementary School
Houston, TX Grades PreK-2

My Project

I am a first year teacher looking for supplies for my kids. Reading is a big passion of mine, as an avid reader and someone who understands how important it is. My kids are all superstar scholars who come to school ready to learn, and they deserve the best! In an effort to build a love for books, I would like to build up my tiny class library into something more distinguished. As a teacher at a Title I school, I also want to keep snacks and fidget tools close at hand for my kids who need some extra fuel, emotional regulation, and movement to get through the day. My babies work hard and deserve the best class environment I can give them!

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

25 students impacted
Ms. Trotter Hoyland Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

25 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
3m - Post-it Easel Pads Self-stick 4 Pack • Teachers' School Supply $194.72 1 $194.72
PRIVACY SHIELD WHITE 24PK 18HX48W • Teachers' School Supply $116.19 1 $116.19
Dav Pilkey the adventures of dog man collection 5 books set (Dog Man,Dog Man A Tale of Two Kitties,Dog Man Unleashed,Dog Man Lord of the Fleas,Dog Man and Cat Kid) • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Flipside Two-Sided Lined Dry Erase Boards - Pkg of 12 Boards, 9" x 12" • Blick Art Materials $52.90 1 $52.90
My Superpower Values 8 Book Box Set (Books 1-8: Kindness, Mindfulness, Acceptance, Gratitude, Confidence, Honesty, Patience, and Love) (My Superpower Books) • Amazon Business $47.99 1 $47.99
Random House Magic Tree House Chapter Books Set #1-8 - Early Reader Adventure Series for Kids Ages 6+ - Level M Fiction Paperback Book Set • Kaplan Early Learning Company $43.16 1 $43.16
Crayola Colored Pencil Classpack, 12-Assorted Colors, Set of 240 • School Specialty $41.99 1 $41.99
Pete the Cat: 9 book Set • Amazon Business $41.99 1 $41.99
SCHOOLHOUSE SNACKS - Snacks for Kids (50 Count) | Snack Box for Kids with American Cracker and Cookie Assortment | Perfect Kids School Snacks, Variety Snack Box, Camp Care Package, Travel Food, Snack Gift Box • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
PRIMARY SCIENCE SAFETY GLASSES 6 - STEM Learning • Teachers' School Supply $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
EXPO© Low-Odor Dry-Erase Markers - Fine Tip - Black • Nasco $32.00 1 $32.00
Tenare 4500 Pieces 9 Roll Circle Number Sticker 1-9 Inventory Stickers 9 Colors Sticky Labels 1/2 Inch Package Sticker Roll with Black Number for Office Classroom Warehouse Organization • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
24in Hand Pointers Set of 3 • Teachers' School Supply $19.99 1 $19.99
Seajan 65.62 ft Colorful Classroom Bulletin Board Border Boho Everyone is Welcome Here Rainbow Trim Bulletin Board Scalloped Border Sticker for Classroom Decor(White) • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Speech/Thought Bubbles Accents • Teachers' School Supply $6.99 2 $13.98
Bright Colors Circles Accents • Teachers' School Supply $6.99 2 $13.98
Office Desk Organizer with Drawers for Desktop/Tabletop/Counter, Desk Top Accessories Stationary Organizer Desk Caddy, Pen/Pencil/Business Card/Sticky Note Tray/Paperclip Holder Storage Box (Blue) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
15 PCS Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture Rubber Bands for Kids, Fidget Bands for School Classroom Chairs and Desk, Ideal for ADHD, Autism, Hyperactivity • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Month Cupcakes Jumbo Cut-outs • Teachers' School Supply $11.99 1 $11.99
GoGo squeeZ Applesauce and Fruit Puree, Apple Apple, 3.2 oz (Pack of 18), Unsweetened Fruit Snacks for Kids, Gluten Free, Nut Free and Dairy Free, Recloseable Cap, BPA Free Pouches • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Yidelly 1200 Pack Foil Metallic Star Stickers, Holographic 10 Colors Small Star Stickers for Kids Reward, School, Home, Bar, DIY and Office Decoration, 0.6" Diameter • Amazon Business $5.99 2 $11.98
Avery Permanent Glue Stic, 0.26 Ounces, Clear, Pack of 12 • School Specialty $9.97 1 $9.97
Oxford Index Cards, Index Cards, Blank on Both Sides, White, Cards (40177), 4x6,100 Count (Pack of 5) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
POPLAY 48PCS Slap Bracelets for Kids, Snap Bracelets Bulk Tie Dye Bracelet End of School Year Party Favors Classroom Prizes Kindergarten Graduation Exchanging Gifts • Amazon Business $6.98 1 $6.98
1 Hole Paper Punch w/ Metal Catch • Teachers' School Supply $2.47 1 $2.47

Materials cost

$919.93

Vendor shipping charges

 $80.23

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,043.96

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$184.23

Total project goal

$1,228.19

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