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Ms. Hulteen from Waterbury, CT is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Us Start Strong and Stay Sharp!

Help me give my students the tools to learn, create, and thrive in my classroom!

  • $996 goal

This project expired on September 27, 2025.

This project expired on September 27, 2025.

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Ms. Hulteen Sprague Elementary School
Waterbury, CT Grades 3-5

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

Every day, I see how the right tools—a set of markers, a stack of books, a science kit, or even basic classroom materials—can open doors for my students, ignite their curiosity, and boost their confidence.

The supplies will be used to create a well-equipped, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment where every student has access to the tools they need to learn and participate fully.

These resources will allow me to provide daily learning materials for every student without relying on families to supply them. As well as incorporate more hands-on, creative projects to enhance learning across subjects, foster student independence, responsibility, and organization, and make our classroom a place that is safe, exciting, and ready for learning every single day.

Your support will help create a learning space where every child feels seen, supported, and inspired. Whether it’s pencils and notebooks or hands-on learning tools, your donation goes directly into our classroom—and into the hands of eager young learners. No gift is too small. With your help, we can give every student the opportunity to grow and shine.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

25 students impacted
Ms. Hulteen Sprague Elementary School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Waterbury, CT 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

25 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Goldfish Cheddar Crackers 1.5 oz. 72 Packs/Box (CAM13539) • Staples $50.06 1 $50.06
Quill Brand? Flat Box Facial Tissue, 2-Ply, White, 100 Sheets/Box, 30 Boxes/Carton (7TF830-QCCCT) • Quill.com $40.49 1 $40.49
Konohan 32 Pack Headphones Bulk for School Student Classroom Set of Headphones Wire Headset Adjustable with 3.5 mm Jack for Adult(Multicolor) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Desert Sun Snacks Variety Pack For Adults & Kids Snack - Premium School Snacks Gift Treat Basket of 50 Individually Wrapped Assorted Care Packages Christmas Treats Gift Bulk Box of Cookies Crackers Granola Bars - Military Care Packs Office Basket Kid Birthday Boxes College Students Munchies Mix I... • Amazon Business $34.52 1 $34.52
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $33.79 1 $33.79
Slow Rise Stress Balls 32 Pack: Squishy Ball Bulk for Anxiety Relief, Hand Therapy Toys for Kids Adults, Prize Box Fidgets Toys for Classroom, Fidget Bulk Toys, Stocking Stuffers for Kids Teens • Amazon Business $31.46 1 $31.46
Lakeshore Fraction of the Pizza Game • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Pop to Win! Math Game - Gr. 4 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Reusable Write & Wipe Pocket - Set of 30 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Scott Choose-A-Sheet Kitchen Roll Paper Towels, 1-ply, 102 Sheets/Roll, 15 Rolls/Pack (36371/55417) • Quill.com $27.99 1 $27.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, Letter Size, 3 Mil, 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Quill.com $25.99 1 $25.99
Teacher Created Resources Teacher Created Resource Plastic Treasure Chest - Grades 1-12 - Adult • School Specialty $25.04 1 $25.04
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys 40PCS • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
School Smart No 2 Pencils, Hexagonal with Latex-Free Erasers, Pack of 144 - Wood - Comfortable • School Specialty $24.37 1 $24.37
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Geomakers STEM Toy, Assorted Colors, 58 Pieces (LER9293) • Quill.com $21.14 1 $21.14
SAIWEILAI ONLINE 100 Pieces Kawaii Pens Cartoon Fun Pens Cute Animal Dinosaur Pen Black Gel Ink Writing Pen for kids Home Office School Supplies,50 Styles • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
OREO Mini Mix Sandwich Cookies Variety Pack, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $9.86 2 $19.72
Mr. Sketch Stix Markers - Set of 10 • Blick Art Materials $5.69 3 $17.07
Hasbro Gaming Battleship with Planes | 2-Player Strategy Board Games for Kids | Easter Gifts for Boys & Girls | Ages 7+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
ArtCreativity Silly Rubber Bird Pens, Set of 6, Cute Cool Pens School Supplies for Kids, Fidget Fun Pen Black Ink, Prizes for Kids’ Classroom, Animal Party Favors, Gifts for Students from Teachers • Amazon Business $16.65 1 $16.65
Sooez 20 Pack Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags, A4 Letter Size, Zipper Bags with Label Pocket, Waterproof Zipper Pouches for Classroom Organization, Board Game Storage, Document Bag for Office School Supplies • Amazon Business $15.98 1 $15.98
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack 75 Wipes/Container 3/Pack (30208) • Staples $14.99 1 $14.99
Mr. Pen- Food Erasers, Erasers, 30Pcs, Puzzle Erasers, Take Apart Erasers, Fruit Erasers, Pull Apart Erasers, Erasers for Kids, Fun Erasers, Gifts for Kids, Easter Egg Fillers • Amazon Business $6.98 2 $13.96
S&S Worldwide Stick On Eyes, Craft Supplies, 500/Pack (TR217) • Quill.com $13.04 1 $13.04
LOCONHA Dry Erase Markers, 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard & Chalkboard Cleaners, Small Magnetic Erasers • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
SCIONE 10 Pack Party Favors for Kids 4 8 12, Fidget Spinners Birthday Return Gift, Christmas Goodie Bags Stuffer Fillers for Classroom Treasure Box Prize Boys Girls • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
Mivanlin 117 Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8, Pop Fidget Toys, Pinata Filler, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Treasure Box Toys, Classroom Prizes, Prize Box Toys for Kids 8-12 • Amazon Business $12.77 1 $12.77
GADMEXILY 100pcs Cartoon Keychain for Kids Party Favors, Mini Cute Keyring for Classroom Prizes, Birthday Christmas Party Favors Gift, Goodie Bag Stuffers Supplies, 20 Colors • Amazon Business $12.59 1 $12.59
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks Gummies 0.8 oz. 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $11.99 1 $11.99
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Pixel Art Challenge, 402 Pieces, Ages 5+, STEM Toys for Kids, Coding Basics for Kids, STEM Activities for Classroom • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Adeweave 1000 Assorted Pom poms – Soft and Fluffy Craft Pom Pom Balls – Multicolor Craft Supplies Pompoms for Arts and Crafts in a Reusable Box, Large Puff Ball Ideal for DIY and School Activities • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Hasbro Gaming Connect 4 Classic Grid,4 in a Row Game,Strategy Board Games for Kids,2 Player .for Family and Kids,Ages 6 and Up • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
18 Pack Cute Erasers for Kids Bulk,Jelly Erasers,Fruit Erasers,Dinosaur Erasers,Large Animal Erasers for Girls and Boys,Fun Pencil Erasers for Students School Supplies Prize Gift,Soft and Flexible • Amazon Business $9.59 1 $9.59
Expo Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Assorted Colors 8/Pack (1927524) • Staples $9.24 1 $9.24
Creativity Street Jumbo Craft Sticks, Natural Color, Pack of 500 - Elementary-Middle School - Kids • School Specialty $9.07 1 $9.07
Mr. Pen- Food Erasers, 30Pcs, Take Apart Erasers, Fun Erasers for Kids, Food Erasers for Kids, Mini Erasers for Kids, Puzzle Erasers for Kids, Pencil Erasers for Kids, Easter Egg Fillers • Amazon Business $8.98 1 $8.98
Nabisco Fun Shapes Variety Pack, Barnum's Animal Crackers, Teddy Grahams and CHIPS AHOY! Cookies, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $8.37 1 $8.37
21 Pack Pull Back Toy Cars, Party Favors, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Race Vehicles Bulk, Pinata Fillers, Teacher Treasure Prize Box Toys for Boys Girls Toddlers 2,3,4,5 Years Old • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98
Mr. Pen- Chenille Stems, 324 Pcs, 27 Colors, Craft Supplies, Bulk, Fuzzy • Amazon Business $6.98 1 $6.98
Paper Mate Arrowhead Pink Pearl Cap Erasers, 144 Count • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49
BUSHIBU Cute Pencils for Kids, Fun Pencil with Erasers Toppers, Woodcased #2 Pencils for School Classroom(12 Pack) • Amazon Business $6.29 1 $6.29

Materials cost

$784.45

Vendor shipping charges

 $20.30

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.77

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$846.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.39

Total project goal

$995.91

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