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Ms. Vance from Lanham Seabrook, MD is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help prepare little learners!

Help me give my students strong starts to their first time in school!

  • $969 goal

This project expired on September 13, 2025.

This project expired on September 13, 2025.

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

I hope this message finds you well. As the new school year approaches, I am reaching out to ask for your support in helping my students start their very first year of school feeling confident and prepared. Many of my students are entering a classroom for the first time, and having access to basic school supplies—like crayons, pencils, folders, and backpacks—can make a big difference in easing their transition and building excitement for learning.

Your generous donation will help provide the essential materials they need to participate fully in class and develop a love for learning from day one.

Every contribution, big or small, helps create a classroom where no student feels left out or unprepared.

Thank you for helping give these young learners the strong start they deserve. If you’d like more information or would prefer to donate supplies directly, please feel free to contact me.

Ms. Vance James McHenry Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Lanham Seabrook, MD View local requests

More than three‑quarters of 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

110 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Madisi Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils, Yellow, Pre-sharpened, Bulk Pack, 1000 pencils • Amazon Business $64.98 2 $129.96
Mead Primary Composition Book, Ruled, Grades K-2, 100 Sheets, 7-1/2" x 9-3/4", 12 Pack (610054-ECM) • Amazon Business $35.77 2 $71.54
Crayola Crayons Bulk (24 Packs), Back to School Supplies for Preschool & Kindergarten, Bulk Crayons for Kids, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $31.99 2 $63.98
Pacon 2656 Newsprint Handwriting Paper, Picture Story, 7/8" x 7/16" x 7/16" Ruled 9" x 12", Ruled Short, 500 Sheets • Amazon Business $19.02 3 $57.06
Konohan 32 Pack Headphones Bulk for School Student Classroom Set of Headphones Wire Headset Adjustable with 3.5 mm Jack for Adult(Light Blue, Orange, Blue, Black) • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Universal Chromebook Charger-45W USB-C Power Adapter Compatible with HP Laptop Charger,Fast Charging for USB C Laptop Charger,6FT Type C Power Cord • Amazon Business $8.99 4 $35.96
420 Pcs 5 Inch Large Bulletin Board Letters for Classroom,42 Sheets Letter Stickers Big Font Alphabet Number Vinyl Self Adhesive Stickers for Poster Board Display Chalkboard School Decor Colorful • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $31.79 1 $31.79
Joelver Maker Plastic Cup Caddy for Drink Delivery, Classroom Caddy 12x9.5x5.1 Inches, Assorted Colors, Case of 6 • Amazon Business $31.78 1 $31.78
Bemeol 234 Pieces 4 Inch Bulletin Board Letters Alphabet Cutout Letter for Bulletin Board Display Home Classroom School Decor(Black) • Amazon Business $12.29 2 $24.58
Ankeli&Lt 16 oz Color Changing Cups,5 Colors of Plastic Cups Reusable Tumbler with Lids and Straws,Adult Children Cold Drink Cups, Smoothie Cups, Iced Coffee Cups, Party Cups,Set 0f 5 • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
100Pcs Lanyards for Id Badges and 100 Pcs Clear Plastic Horizontal Name Badge ID Card Holders, Flat Neck Lanyards with Clip Waterproof Resealable Name Tag Badge ID Card Holders, Black • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
24 Pack Hanging Storage Bags, Headphone Storage Bags, Colorful Large Hook 10 x 12.5-inch Clear Plastic Bags for Classroom, Library, and Pharmacy Use • Amazon Business $17.09 1 $17.09
Elmer's Disappearing Purple School Glue Sticks Washable 7 Grams 60 Count • Amazon Business $16.58 1 $16.58
Alpert & Friends • Amazon Business $15.26 1 $15.26
Alpert • Amazon Business $13.56 1 $13.56
Meet September (The Calendar Kids®) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Meet April: A children's book exploring April Fools', Earth Day, and other special events throughout the month of April. (The Calendar Kids®) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Meet March: A children's book about the beginning of springtime and March celebrations (The Calendar Kids®) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Meet October (The Calendar Kids®) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Meet January: Book 1 in The Calendar Kids Series • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Meet February: A children's book to teach about friendship, Valentine's Day, and the month of February (The Calendar Kids®) • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Command 20 lb XL Heavyweight Picture Hanging Strips 16 Pairs (32 Command Strips), Damage Free Hanging Picture Hangers, Heavy Duty Wall Hanging Strips for Home Decor, White Adhesive Strips • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Command Small Wire Toggle Hooks, 16 Hooks and 24 Command Strips, Damage Free Hanging Wall Hooks with Adhesive Strips, No Tools Adhesive Hooks for Hanging, Organization and Storage, Holds up to 0.5 lb • Amazon Business $11.49 1 $11.49
VELCRO Brand Dots with Adhesive | 250pk, White | Small 1/2 Inch Circles | Sticky Back Round Dots for Secure Mounting in Office, School or Home (VEL-30867-AMS) • Amazon Business $11.22 1 $11.22
Bold Liquid Chalk Markers - Dry Erase Marker Pens for Chalkboards, Signs, Windows, Blackboard, Glass, Mirrors - Chalkboard Markers with Reversible Tip (8 Pack) - (Multicolored, 6mm) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$737.67

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $44.26

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.07

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$823.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$145.24

Total project goal

$968.24

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