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Help Our Falcons Leave the Nest & Soar Into HS!

Help me give my students wings to help them soar into high school and this next phase of life with a phenomenal graduation send off complete with gifts, backpacks, school supplies and memories to last a lifetime!

  • $4,688 goal

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

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Help Our Falcons Leave the Nest and Soar into High School celebrates our amazing 8th graders—resilient, kind, and full of potential. Many have overcome challenges and grown into strong leaders. This project includes backpacks, supplies, chargers, swag bags, decorations, and a photo booth to create a fun, meaningful graduation experience. These resources not only equip students for high school but also support their social-emotional development by boosting confidence, recognizing their hard work, and helping them feel seen, valued, and ready to soar into the next chapter of their educational journey.

Ms. Adams Burnham Math & Science Academy Grades 6-8

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 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

55 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Della Gao Travel Laptop Backpack, Anti Theft Backpack for Men and Women with USB Charging Port Business Computer Backpack Bag (Black, 15.6 Inch) • Amazon Business $19.99 55 $1,099.45
HARZHI 2-in-1 Roaming Photo Booth Compatible with Ipad 11in 10.9in 10.2in, Detachable Portable Photo Booth for Ipad Photobooth Machine Ring Light with Shell Stand Software APP, Flight Case,Black • Amazon Business $799.00 1 $799.00
Trail maker Back to School Supplies 60 Piece Bundle Kit for Girls, Boys, Kids, Back to School Supply Box Set Includes Notebooks, Folders, Composition Book, Headphones, Ruler, and More • Amazon Business $21.95 30 $658.50
AsperX 2-Pack 10000mAh USB C Output Portable Charger Power Bank Fast Charging, Portable Phone Charger External Battery Pack for iPhone, Samsung, Google LG and Heated Vest • Amazon Business $16.98 27 $458.46
VEVOR Stretch Spandex Folding Chair Covers, Universal Fitted Chair Cover, Removable Washable Protective Slipcovers, for Wedding, Holiday, Banquet, Party, Celebration, Dining (100PCS Black) • Amazon Business $123.99 1 $123.99
Goodluck 700 Piece Silver Dinnerware Set for 100 Guests, Disposable Plastic Plates for Party, Include: 100 Dinner Plates, 100 Dessert Plates, 100 Paper Napkins, 100 Cups, 100 Silverware set • Amazon Business $92.99 1 $92.99
Maiangel Spandex Chair Sashes Bands 50PCS Stretch Chair Ties Bows with Buckle Slider for Wedding Party Banquet Decoration(Metallic Silver)… • Amazon Business $38.99 2 $77.98
Colarr 24 Pcs Graduation Gift Bags with Tissue Paper 2025 Graduation Party Gift Bags with Handles for High School, College, Kindergarten, 8th Grade and More(Scarlet Color) • Amazon Business $21.99 3 $65.97
ACSUIT 10 Pack Black Table Cloth Round 90 inch Black Tablecloths for Round Tables Wrinkle Resistant Polyester Table Cloth Fabric Table Cover for Party Wedding Events and Camping • Amazon Business $61.99 1 $61.99
Poen 40 Pcs Class of 2025 Lanyard Wristbands Graduation Party Favors 20 Items Class of 2025 Bracelet Wristbands 20 Items Graduation ID Badge Lanyards for Guest Gifts Party Favors Supplies(Black) • Amazon Business $18.49 3 $55.47
15 Pack Silver Table Runner Sequin Table Runner Sparkly Metallic Sequin Runner Coffee Table Runners for Wedding Banquet Engagement Birthday Party Dining Holiday Bridal Baby Shower Anniversary Decor • Amazon Business $42.99 1 $42.99
Maroon Themed Graduation Decorations Class of 2025 - Congrats Grad Banner & Backdrop, Graduation Hanging Swirl, Balloons, Honeycomb Centerpieces for High School & College Celebrations • Amazon Business $20.99 2 $41.98
8 Packs Black Tablecloths 60x102 Inch Fabric Rectangular Table Cloths For 6 Foot Rectangle Tables, Wrinkle Resistant Polyester Tablecloth Washable Table Cloth Rectangle Table For Wedding Party Banquet • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
mishunyus 2025 Red Graduation Party Supplies, 60 Pack Glow in the Dark Plastic Graduation Party Cups (16 oz)-Essential Decorations for Grad Festivities, Sturdy Reusable Drinkware for Class of 2025 • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Geyoga 12 Pieces Unisex Graduation Stole Bulk Sublimation Blank Grad Sash Plain Graduate Honor Stole, 70 Inches (Silver) • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Bulk Candy Individually Wrapped - Parade Kid’s Dream, 5lb of Individually Wrapped Party Candy Variety Mix Bag, Kid’s Favorite Sweets Giant Bag Assorted Classic Candies for Pinata Filler, Goodie Bag • Amazon Business $36.95 1 $36.95
48 PCS Graduation Cupcake Toppers 2025, 6 Style Maroon Graduation Decoration Class of 2025, Glitter Design Class pf 2025 Hat Cake Toppers Graduation Toppers, Grad Party Supplies 2025 • Amazon Business $13.99 2 $27.98
Maroon Themed 2025 Graduation Decorations Set - Balloons Boxes with Letters 2025 GRAD So Proud of You - Complete Party Supplies for High School & College Celebrations • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Graduation Party Centerpieces Maroon Black 2025 Table Decor/Maroon Graduation Decorations 2025/Burgundy Silver Black Graduation Decorations Class of 2025/Table Congrats Centerpieces Maroon • Amazon Business $11.76 2 $23.52
Batiyeer 60 Pieces Class of 2025 Graduation Keychains, Rubber Key Chains Grad Cap Charms Graduation Gifts(Maroon) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Vertintong 10 Pack Graduation Beach Balls Class of 2025 Inflatable Pool Toys Congrats Grad Beach Ball 10 Inch Graduation Party Favors Bulk Gifts for Graduation Party Supplies and Decorations (Red) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Juephe 50 Pieces Graduation Candy Box Graduation Cap Gift Boxes Graduation Party Favors for Class of 2025 Graduation Party Decor (Red tassels) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Maroon and Black Graduation Banner 2025 Congrats Grad for Party Decoration Supplies Large Fabric Backdrop for High School College 71 x 43" • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
10PCS Graduation Party Decorations Class of 2025 Congrats Grad Table Centerpieces Congratulate Graduation Honeycomb Table Toppers for Graduation Party Supplies(Maroon Black) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
100Pcs Graduation Decorations Class of 2025 Candy Bar Wrapper,Maroon and White Congrats Grad Mini Candy Stickers Chocolate Bar Labels for College High School Graduation Party Favors,Candy Not Included • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$3,896.12

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$58.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$3,984.56

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$703.16

Total project goal

$4,687.72

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