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Ms. Frimpong from Washington, DC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Frimpong's classroom raised $722

Journals, Joy, and Just Right Tools

Help me give my students journals, classroom decorations, engaging incentives, and essential organizational tools to build a welcoming, structured, and motivating learning environment where every child feels excited to learn and succeed in 2025-2026 academic school year

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Ms. Frimpong Columbia Heights Education Campus
Washington, DC Grades 6-8

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 will be teaching a class full of bright, creative, and resilient students who are eager to learn and grow. They will come to school each day ready to give their best, and I want to provide them with an environment that matches their energy and potential.

The resources in this project including journals, classroom decor, incentives, dry-erase tools, and organizational materials will help create a positive, structured space where learning is both fun and meaningful.

Journals will support daily writing and reflection, while posters and charts will make our learning visible and engaging. Incentives like squishies and scented bookmarks help encourage effort and celebrate progress.

With your support, we’ll start the 2025–2026 school year strong, giving every student the tools and motivation they need to succeed!

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than a third of students from low‑income households

70 students impacted 6 donors
Ms. Frimpong Columbia Heights Education Campus Grades 6-8

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.

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More than a third 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

70 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Desk Name Tags for Classroom -25 Student Name Plates for Classroom Kindergarten, Preschool, 1st, 2nd & 3rd Grade, 9x3 Teacher Nameplates for Student Desks & Cubbies, Retro Nametags • Amazon Business $9.79 8 $78.32
EOOUT 120 Pack A5 Kraft Notebooks, Composition Notebooks Lined Journal Bulk, 15 Colors with Rainbow Spines, 60 Pages for Kids Women Girls, School Office Supplies • Amazon Business $64.99 1 $64.99
Giant Classroom Timer • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Slow Rising Stress Ball 50 Pack: Mini Squishy Ball for Kids Anxiety Relief, Hand Therapy Sensory Toy, Pull Stretch Fidget Toy, Prize Box Toys for Classroom, Bulk Toy for Teacher, Offices & Group • Amazon Business $39.95 1 $39.95
Really Good Stuff Jumbo Magnetic Dry Erase Story Mapping Chart 17" x 22" • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
X-ACTO Pencil Sharpener, SchoolPro Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy Duty Sharpener for School, Classroom and Teacher Supplies, Perfect for Addition to Homeschooling Supplies, Black, 1 Count • Amazon Business $27.19 1 $27.19
Really Good Stuff Magnetic Dry Erase Calendar - 1 Calendar • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Really Good Stuff Jumbo Magnetic Dry Erase (KWL) Know, Want, Learn Chart 17"x 22" • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Really Good Stuff Magnetic Dry Erase Spinner Wheel - 1 Magnetic Spinner Wheel 17", for Whiteboard or Fridge, Classroom Essentials & Must Have, Home, School, & Office • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Really Good Stuff Jumbo Dry Erase Magnetic Draw and Write Page - 1 Sheet, 17" x 22" | for Whiteboard or Fridge, Classroom Essentials & Must Have | Home, School, & Office • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Teling 80 Pcs Scented Bookmarks and Scented Pencils with Cute Toppers Set Fun Pencils Fruit Food Theme Scratch and Sniff Bookmarks Cartoon Pen Toppers for Kids Students Supplies(Adorable Style) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
80Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8, Kawaii Squishies Mochi Squishy Toy Bulk Fidget Sensory Toys Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls Goodie Bag Christmas Stocking Stuffers Treasure Box Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Double Sided Tape Heavy Duty, Clear Removable Mounting Tape, Multipurpose Strong Transparent Adhesive for Home Office Walls Decor, Poster Hanging, Carpet, Automotive Trim, DIY Projects (155in x 1in) • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
12 Pcs Teacher Stamps Self Inking Motivational Encouraging Teacher Gifts Stamps Elementary Photosensitive Stamps Mood Expressions and Comments Stamp for Kids Education • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
3 PCS Class Expectations Jumbo Poster for Classroom Decorations Class Rules Wall Poster Banner Back To School Educational Posters Supplies for Toddlers Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Class Decor • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
40 Pack Stretchy String Fidget Toys,Alpaca Sensory Noodle Strings,Textured Stretchy String for Kids Adults Stress Relief,Party Favors,Christmas Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
LovesTown 1inch Fun Mini Erasers, 60 Pcs Novelty Erasers Mini Pencil Erasers Yellow Fun Erasers for Students Classroom Rewards Gift Bag Filler, Easter Egg Fillers, Carnival Prizes • Amazon Business $5.87 2 $11.74
20 Pieces Classroom Bulletin Board Posters Class Rules Letter Motivational Quote Wall Poster Set Class Inspirational Decors Rustic Poster Decoration (Bright Style, 12 x 10 Inch, 10 x 8 Inch) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
8Pcs Teacher Stamps for Classroom Stuff Self-Inking Stamps for Teachers Funny Emoticon Teacher Stamp Set for Grading Office Teacher Supplies for Classroom Elementary Homework Reward with Bonus Tray • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Tmtains 8Pcs Teacher Stamps for Classroom Teacher Supplies Self-inking Grading Stamps Encouraging Comments for Parent Signature School Teachers Review Feedback Homework Reward Colorful Stamp with Tray • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
KatchOn Xtralarge Blue Fringe Backdrop - 8x3.2 Feet, Pack of 2 | Blue Streamers, Ocean Decorations | Under The Sea Party Decorations • Amazon Business $9.45 1 $9.45
gisgfim 6 Pieces Spanish Verb Conjugation Posters Spanish Grammar Posters Spanish Charts for Elementary Middle and High School Spanish Classroom Decorations • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Classroom Decoration Poster Motivational Porch Sign with Positive Sayings Bulletin Board Inspirational Posters Banner for Students Teacher Classroom Door Decoration Home Elementary Middle School • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$540.45

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.50

Sales tax

 $32.43

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$613.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$108.26

Total project goal

$721.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $721.75

5 Donors

-$501.75

Donations toward project cost

-$426.49

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$75.26

match offer

-$220.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$187.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.00

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