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Ms. Smith from Greensboro, NC is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Smith's classroom raised $615

Help Support My World History & Economics Classroom!

Help me give my students crayons, pencil boxes, pencils, and the best opportunity towards a bright future they deserve.

Ms. Smith Western Guilford High School

Greensboro, NC Grades 9-12

My Project

Hello! My name is Ms. Smith, and I teach World History and Economics to 10th and 12th grade students. My goal is to make history come alive in a way that is engaging, meaningful, and memorable for every student who walks into my classroom.

Many students struggle to connect with history because it can feel distant or repetitive when taught through traditional note taking.

I want to change that by creating a classroom environment that encourages creativity, interaction, and critical thinking. My students learn best when they can actively participate whether that means building projects, engaging in discussions, or expressing their understanding in creative ways.

To make this possible, my classroom needs essential supplies that support hands on learning. With access to materials like paper, markers, project boards, and organizational tools, students will be able to move beyond passive learning and fully engage with the content. These supplies will allow them to create visual projects, participate in simulations, and demonstrate their knowledge in ways that reflect their individual strengths.

My students are thoughtful, motivated, and full of potential. They deserve a learning environment that reflects that. By supporting this project, you are not just providing supplies you are helping create a space where students feel inspired, valued, and excited to learn.

Thank you for helping bring this vision to life.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

HBCU Alum 100 students impacted 4 donors

Project tagged as

Greensboro, NC
Grades 9-12
Economics
Social Sciences
Traditional School
Art Supplies
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. Smith Western Guilford High School Grades 9-12

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Greensboro, 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

HBCU Alum 100 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Crayola Crayon Classpack, 24 Boxes • School Specialty $48.22 1 $48.22

Fainne 12 Pcs Plastic Pencil Box Large Crayon Box Pencil Case with Snap Closure Lids Multi Purpose Clear Plastic Storage Organizer for School Office Supplies, 4 Colors(Bright Colors) • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99

Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 500 Pack - Pre-sharpened pencils #2 Wood-Cased Yellow Sharpened Pencils for Kids with Latex-Free Eraser Top for Office and Classroom Supplies. • Amazon Business $38.79 1 $38.79

Aigybobo 240 Count Washable Markers Bulk, 12 Assorted Colors, Broad Line Conical Tip Coloring Markers for Kids, Markers Bulk Pack for Classroom, School Art Supplies & Back to School Supplies • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99

Paper Mate Flair Felt Pens Medium Point 0.7mm Assorted Ink 24/Pack (1978998) • Staples $29.19 1 $29.19

Crayola Construction Paper, 240 Sheets Per Pack, 3 Packs - 720 Total • Teachers' School Supply $28.53 1 $28.53

Staples 110 lb. Cardstock Paper 8.5 x 11 White 250 Sheets/Ream (49701) • Staples $25.79 1 $25.79

24 Pack Slow Rising Stress Cube , Dough Stress Balls Soft Fidget Squishy Toys for Anxiety Relief, Pull Stretch Classroom Prize Party Favors Toys for Kids • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99

Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $23.59 1 $23.59

Lysol Air Sanitizer Spray with Bacterial Odor Eliminator for Home & Office, Sanitizing Air Spray, Air Freshener Alternative, Mountain Spring Scent, 10 oz (Pack of 3) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99

EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor Ink, Assorted Fashion Colors, Chisel Tip, 36 Count - Easily Erases, Ideal for Classroom, Home, Office, Back to School, Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $20.98 1 $20.98

Scissors, iBayam 8" All Purpose Scissors Bulk 3-Pack, Ultra Sharp 2.5mm Thick Blade Shears Comfort-Grip for Aesthetic Fun Cute School Office Teacher Desk Crafts and Art Supplies Accessories Essential • Amazon Business $9.98 2 $19.96

ZOnFRTO 64 Packs Galaxy Putty Slime, Party Favor for Kids Girls & Boys, Adults, Non Sticky, Unscented,Stress & Anxiety Relief, Wet, Super Soft Sludge Toy • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59

Expo Whiteboard Care Dry Erase Wipes, 5.5" x 10", White, 50/Container (81850) • Quill.com $17.47 1 $17.47

Crayola Llc - Washable Markers 50ct Super Tips W/silly Scents • Teachers' School Supply $14.90 1 $14.90

Paper Mate Pink Pearl Erasers Pink 24/Box (70520) • Staples $12.39 1 $12.39

Staples Wide Ruled Filler Paper 8 x 10.5 White 120 Sheets/Pack (ST37426D) • Staples $2.09 5 $10.45

Febreze Small Spaces Air Freshener Solid Gain Original Scent 0.25 oz. 2/Pack (93330EA) • Staples $7.09 1 $7.09

Crayola Crayons Assorted Colors 64/Box (52-0064) • Staples $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost			$441.89
Vendor shipping charges			$9.60
Sales tax			$34.47
3rd party payment processing fee			$6.63
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$522.59
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$92.22
Total project goal			$614.81
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$614.81
3 Donors			-$585.40
Donations toward project cost			-$501.34
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$84.06
match offer			-$25.00
Match offer toward project cost			-$21.25
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$3.75
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$4.41
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Help Support My World History & Economics Classroom!

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