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Ms. Connell from San Antonio TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Kicking Off 8th Grade

Help me give my students a strong and well supplied start to the school year.

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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

Securing the appropriate school supplies for our 8th-grade classroom is paramount as we prepare for the upcoming academic year. These supplies serve as foundational elements that contribute significantly to the learning environment and student success.

Organization is key in any educational setting, and school supplies play a pivotal role in fostering it.

From notebooks and binders to folders and planners, these tools enable students to keep track of assignments, notes, and resources, facilitating a structured approach to learning.

School supplies are indispensable in facilitating the learning process itself. Pens, pencils, calculators, and other materials empower students to actively participate in class discussions, complete assignments accurately, and explore complex concepts with confidence.

Overall, ensuring that each student is equipped with the necessary school supplies sets the stage for a productive and fulfilling academic year, where students can thrive and reach their full potential.

Ms. Connell
Grades 6-8

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Craft Magnets - Pkg. of 100 • Nasco $8.76 6 $52.56
Amazon Basics Ruled Lined Index Note Cards, 500 Count, 5 Pack of 100, White, 4 in x 6 in • Amazon Business $10.50 4 $42.00
67ft Boho Floral Bulletin Board Borders Retro Flower Bulletin Board Decorations Boho Theme Border Paper Holiday Borders Border for School Classroom Office Party Wall Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches Premium Quality, 5 Mil Thick for Extra Protection, Letter Size 8.9 x 11.4 inches, Our Most Durable Laminating Sheets, Clear, 100-Pack • Amazon Business $26.84 1 $26.84
5 Pocket Hanging Wall File Folders Holder Organizer for Office, Home School or Studio Storage Pocket Chart Cascading Fabric File Organizer with 2 Door Hangers • Amazon Business $9.94 2 $19.88
300PCS Animal Bulk Bookmarks for Kids Classroom 60 Designs Cool Wildlife Bookmarks Cute Book Mark Double Sided Bookmarks for Book Lovers Students Children Rewards Gifts • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Kedudes Self Adhesive Magnetic Business Cards 100 Pack, Peel and Stick Magnet Stickers, Value Pack of 100 | Great Promotional Product & Business Supplies | for Business Students, Professionals, Adults • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Smelly Markers - Set of 12 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 1 $14.99
Premium Label Supply White Address Sticker Labels – 2.625” x 1" – Laser/Inkjet Compatible – (30 Labels/Sheet), 25 Sheets - 750 Total Adhesive FBA Labels • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
120 Pieces Funny Building Block Bookmarks for Kids Optical Bookmarks Brick Page Book Mark for Book Lovers Gifts Creative Colored Bookmarks for Teacher Student School Stationery Supply • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
VICNOVA Magnetic Clips, 24 Pieces Magnetic Metal Chip Clips Fridge Magnets Refrigerator Whiteboard Locker Magnets Heavy Duty Clip Classroom Organization Teacher Must Haves School Accessories • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
40 Rolls Washi Tape Set, Decorative Masking DIY Plain Washi Tapes for Children and Gifts Warpping (MIX) • Amazon Business $6.98 1 $6.98
Lisa Frank Over 600 Stickers (Original Version) • Amazon Business $6.95 1 $6.95

Materials cost

$268.11

Vendor shipping charges

$6.01

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.02

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$308.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$54.38

Total project goal

$362.52

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$362.52

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$362.52

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