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Ms. EBANKS from Winston Salem, NC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. EBANKS's classroom raised $1,284

Helping Little Learners Do Big Things

Help me give my students the ability to build a strong foundation for learning. This includes an area rug, crayons, flexible seating, and more.

Ms. EBANKS Quality Education Academy - Elementary
Winston Salem, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

My first-grade classroom is filled with curious, enthusiastic learners who arrive each day eager to explore, create, and grow. These young students are developing the foundational reading, writing, math, and social skills that will shape their future success. Every lesson is an opportunity to inspire confidence, spark creativity, and foster a lifelong love of learning.

To create a classroom where every child can thrive, we need essential school supplies that support hands-on, engaging instruction.

Items such as an area rug, flexible seating, classroom organization materials, writing supplies, learning tools, manipulatives, and art resources will allow my students to actively participate in meaningful learning experiences. Having these supplies readily available ensures that every child has the tools they need to stay focused, express their ideas, and reach their full potential.

Many of my students come to school excited to learn but may not always have access to the resources they need outside of the classroom. Your generosity will help provide an equitable learning environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their circumstances.

When you support our classroom, you're doing more than purchasing school supplies—you are investing in the confidence, creativity, and future of 20+ young learners. Your kindness will make a lasting impact by helping create a classroom filled with discovery, collaboration, and joyful learning every single day.

Thank you for believing in our students and for helping us build a classroom where every child feels prepared, supported, and inspired to learn. Together, we can make this school year one filled with growth, achievement, and endless possibilities!

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

25 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. EBANKS Quality Education Academy - Elementary Grades PreK-2

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.

Winston Salem, 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

25 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sunny Day Learn & Play Rug - Oval (4' 5" W x 5' 10" L) - Primary • Teachers' School Supply $149.56 1 $149.56
Crayola Crayon Classpack, 24 Boxes, 12x6.875x4.75 - Adult • School Specialty $48.22 2 $96.44
Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $79.99 1 $79.99
Pearington Plastic Classroom Stools for Kids, Multipurpose Stool Chairs, Flexible Seating, Stacking Stools, Stainless Steel Legs - Set of 5, Multi-Color • Amazon Business $63.96 1 $63.96
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 3 $62.97
Place Value Write & Wipe Boards • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
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 $24.29 2 $48.58
Lysol Disinfectant Spray, Household Cleaning Supplies, Disinfecting Multi-Purpose Room Spray, Antibacterial Sanitizer, Deodorizer, Kills Hantavirus, Crisp Linen, 12.5 Fl Oz (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $11.82 4 $47.28
Reusable Write & Wipe Pocket - Set of 30 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, Letter Size, 3 Mil, 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Quill.com $31.91 1 $31.91
Magnetic Write & Wipe Organization Charts • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Write & Wipe Student Clocks - Set of 10 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $9.99 3 $29.97
LYSOL Disinfecting Wipes, Cleaner, Lemon + Mango + Linen, 80 ct. (4 Pack) • Amazon Business $14.97 2 $29.94
Ticonderoga #2 Pencils, Wood-Cased, 6 24-Count Hang-Tab Boxes, Total 144 Pencils, Yellow (13924) (13924N) • Amazon Business $28.95 1 $28.95
lannery Flower Plush Throw Pillows, Flower Floor Pillow Seating Cushion Toy for Reading, Room, Watching TV (11.8", Pink-1) • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
lannery Flower Plush Throw Pillows, Flower Floor Pillow Seating Cushion Toy for Reading, Room, Watching TV (11.8", Yellow-2) • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $23.59 1 $23.59
kelamayi Broom and Dustpan Set for Home, Office, Indoor&Outdoor Sweeping, Stand Up Broom and Dustpan (Pink) • Amazon Business $22.39 1 $22.39
Lakeshore Magnetic Teaching Clock • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
Broom and Dustpan Set, Upright Purple Broom with Dustpan Combo Set 51" Long Handle, Self Cleaning Dust Pan for Home, Kitchen and Office • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
LOCONHA Dry Erase Markers, 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard & Chalkboard Cleaners, Small Magnetic Erasers • Amazon Business $13.29 1 $13.29
Nice 'n Clean SmudgeGuard Lens Cleaning Wipes (100 Total Wipes) | Pre-Moistened Individually Wrapped Wipes | Non-Scratching & Non-Streaking | Safe for Eyeglasses, Goggles, & Camera Lens • Amazon Business $4.98 2 $9.96

Materials cost

$946.69

Vendor shipping charges

 $26.09

Sales tax

 $73.84

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,090.82

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$192.50

Total project goal

$1,283.32

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,283.32

1 Donor

-$1,283.32

Donations toward project cost

-$1,090.82

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$192.50

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