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Mrs. McIntosh from Lexington, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Our Class Build an Engaging Environment!

Help me give my students some of the things that will make our classroom more engaging and fun, such as motivational posters, colorful work materials, and incentive cards, that will encourage our class to rise to the top.

  • $466 goal

This project expired on October 29, 2025.

This project expired on October 29, 2025.

My Project

Our classroom will be a vibrant learning space, and with your support, we can make it even more engaging! We're seeking engaging materials to create visually stimulating learning experiences for our students. By incorporating dry erase supplies, laminating supplies, posters, and other items in our classroom, we can boost student engagement, improve comprehension, and foster a love of learning.

When students are excited about their learning environment and materials, they may feel more confident and empowered.

Incentives help students with a variety of learning needs. Your donation will directly impact our students' success by providing them with the tools they need to thrive!

Mrs. McIntosh Southwest Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Lexington, NC 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

Never Before Funded 24 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
White Board Paper, 8x4 ft Dry Erase White Board Sticker, Peel and Stick Whiteboard, Dry Erase Paper Roll with Adhesive Backing, Extra Large, Super Sticky, No Ghost, 3 Markers • Amazon Business $53.54 1 $53.54
30 Pack Hanging File Folders Letter Size, Colored A4 Hanging Folders with 1/5-Cut Adjustable Tab, Extra Capacity Hanging File Folders, 1 Inch Expansion, Perfect Office, Home, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $25.59 2 $51.18
Scotch Brand Scotch TL906 Thermal Laminator, Never Jam Technology Automatically Prevents Misfed Items, 2 Roller System , 9 inch (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, Letter Size, 3 Mil, 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Quill.com $31.27 1 $31.27
Teling 16 Rolls Scalloped Bulletin Board Borders 262.4 Feet Classroom Colorful Bulletin Boarder Trim for School Poster Wall Classroom Decor, 8 Colors • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Scribbledo 36 Pack Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Assorted Classic Colors Whiteboard Markers with Eraser Cap Thin Low Odor Skinny White Board Markers for Kids Adults Students Teachers Home School & Office • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Outus Neon Pencils for Kids HB Wood Pencil with Eraser Fluorescent Colored Wood Pencils Colorful Round Pencils Writing Drawing Pencils School Student Reward Supplies (60) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Classroom Bulletin Board Decoration Set, Welcome Banner, Wall or Door Decor,143 Pieces, Ready to Use, Huge Time Saver for Teachers, Colorful Classroom Decorations, Awesome Things Start Here! • Amazon Business $15.95 1 $15.95
IDREAMBAND 60 Pieces Motivational Wristbands For Students , Colorful Inspirational Rubber Bracelets, Classroom Prizes/Gifts For Students. Party Supplies，Birthday Gifts，School Prizes For Teens Kids • Amazon Business $15.10 1 $15.10
Colorful Classroom Decorations Classroom Welcome Banner and Poster for Teachers Positive Affirmations Banner Motivational Bulletin Board for Class School Classroom Bulletin Board Office Decoration • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
MaxGear Magnetic Dry Erase Marker Holder, Clear Acrylic Pen & Marker Organizer with 2 Compartments for Fridge, Whiteboard, Wall & Locker • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
10 Pcs Magnetic Sentence Strips, 12 x 3 Inch Dry Erase Lined Magnetic Sentence Strips for Teachers, Teaching Supplies for The Classroom, Reusable Learning Classroom Magnet Tools(Bright Color) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Entcook 24PCS Mini White Board Eraser Bulk for Student Teacher Classroom Supplies Magnetic Dry Erase Board Eraser for Kids,Home and Office 8 Colors • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
2 Pieces Rainbow Classroom Decoration Bulletin Board Borders Motivational Classroom Banner Poster Kindness Matters School Banner with 40 Glue Points for Elementary Middle School Wall (Light Color) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Bright Color Hall Pass Lanyards and School Passes Set of 6 Classroom Teacher Gift • Amazon Business $7.55 1 $7.55
Punch Card, 100pcs Reward Incentive Card for Teacher, Behavior Chart for Kids, Homeschool Classroom Supplies for Motivation • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Punch Card, 100pcs Reward Incentive Card for Teacher, Behavior Chart for Kids, Homeschool Classroom Supplies for Motivation • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$334.88

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $26.12

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.02

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$396.02

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$69.89

Total project goal

$465.91

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