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Mrs. Dowds from Macon, MS is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Kicking off the 2025-2026 School Year

Help me give my students and I the resources to start the 2025-2026 school year.

  • $1,138 goal

This project expired on September 20, 2025.

This project expired on September 20, 2025.

My Project

My students are full of energy, curiosity, and creativity. They come to school every day excited to learn, grow, and support one another. I strive to create a classroom that nurtures not just academic skills, but confidence, independence, and a love of learning. To do this, we need some essential classroom supplies that will help us stay organized, engaged, and ready to thrive. The resources I’m requesting are Kleenex, copy paper, ink, crayons, Expo markers, pencils, and anchor chart paper, may seem simple, but they make a world of difference in our daily learning.

The Kleenex helps us stay healthy and clean so we can focus on learning.

The copy paper gives us the ability to create hands-on materials, reading passages, and practice sheets that support different learning styles. The ink will allow me to print vibrant visuals, engaging worksheets, and learning games that bring lessons to life. The crayons will inspire creativity and allow students to express their understanding in colorful and meaningful ways. The expo markers are key for interactive lessons, whether I'm modeling a math problem or students are working on mini whiteboards to show their thinking. The pencils are used constantly for writing, math, drawing, and more—having a steady supply ensures every student can participate fully.With your support, these resources will create a more vibrant, organized, and effective learning space. Thank you for helping our classroom grow!

Mrs. Dowds Earl Nash Elementary School Grades 3-5

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

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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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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 30 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HP 78A Ink Cartridge, CE278A, Black - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $160.94 2 $321.88
Hammermill Copy Plus 8.5 x 11 Copy Paper 20 lbs. 92 Brightness 5000 Sheets/Carton (105007) • Staples $69.99 2 $139.98
Lysol Disinfectant Spray Crisp Linen 12.5 Oz. 12/Carton (1920074186) • Staples $76.78 1 $76.78
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 300 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $25.49 2 $50.98
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use • Amazon Business $21.39 2 $42.78
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon & Lime Blossom, 80 Wipes/Canister, 6 Canisters/Carton (1920077182CT) • Quill.com $35.99 1 $35.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, Letter Size, 3 Mil, 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Quill.com $25.99 1 $25.99
Gorilla Glue Sticks Clear/Opaque 75/Pack (3027502) • Staples $7.54 3 $22.62
Kleenex Trusted Care Facial Tissues, 8 Flat Boxes, 200 Tissues per Box, 2-Ply, Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $20.49 1 $20.49
Pacon Heavy Duty Anchor Chart Paper - 27" x 34", Non-Gridded • Blick Art Materials $17.76 1 $17.76
Scotch 5" Soft Touch Blunt Tip Kids Scissors, 12 Count Teacher’s Pack, Green, All-Purpose Scissors for School and Crafts (1442P-12) • Amazon Business $7.07 2 $14.14
DSTELIN Binder Clips Paper Clamps Assorted Sizes 100 Count (Black), X Large, Large, Medium, Small, X Small and Micro, 6 Sizes in One Pack, Meet Your Different Using Needs. • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
Amazon Basic Care - Original Hand Sanitizer 62%, 12 fl oz (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $13.79 1 $13.79
Swingline Standard Staples 1/4 Length 210 Per Strip 5 000/Box 3 Boxes (S7035104) • Staples $6.17 2 $12.34
Elmer's School Washable Removable Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. White 30/Pack (E556) • Staples $10.99 1 $10.99
Staples Smooth Jumbo Paper Clips Silver 100 Clips/Pack (A7026600A) • Staples $2.24 2 $4.48

Materials cost

$824.97

Vendor shipping charges

 $42.14

Sales tax

 $57.75

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.37

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$967.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$170.69

Total project goal

$1,137.92

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