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Mrs. Brown from Upper Marlboro, MD is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help me give my students basic classroom materials and a great learning environment!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Brown's classroom raised $300

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Celebrating 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.

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The items we're asking for, from basics like paper to essential supplies, are the key ingredients for transforming how my students learn. These things aren't just tools – they're the glue that makes our classroom tick. All resources go a long way in smoothing out our day, keeping things in check, and meeting the basic needs of every student.

Your support will make our learning space more organized, efficient, and downright awesome for these young minds.

Some of the resources requested include: a glue gun, English Language Arts posters, a storage shelf, sticky notes, reward cards, sight words Bingo games, storage organizers, and a charging cable.

Now, here's the real deal: Our project goal is simple - make sure the students have what they need for day-to-day stuff. But it's more than that; we want to set up the classroom to be the best place for my students to soak in knowledge.

Your donation to this project is the game-changer that turns this plan into reality. Together, we'll create a space where learning isn't just a task, but a cool and empowering experience for these students.

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Upper Marlboro, MD
Grades 9-12
English Language Learning
Reading Nooks, Desks & Storage
More than half of students from low‑income households

Mrs. Brown Dr Henry A Wise Junior High School Grades 9-12

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 will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Upper Marlboro, MD View local requests

More than half 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Furinno 5-Cube Reversible Open Shelf, White/Light Blue 11069WH/LBL • Amazon Business $30.47 1 $30.47

GoGonova Cordless Hot Glue Gun, 15s Fast Preheating with 2Ah Built-in Battery Hot Melt Glue Gun, Smart Power-Off, Kit with 25 Pcs Premium Mini Glue Sticks and USB-C Charging Port • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99

4 PCS Clear A4 File Portable Project Case, Portable A4 File Box Plastic Scrapbook Paper Storage Box for 8.5" x 11" Letter Paper Storage Containers Document Magazines Holder (12.2 x 9.1 x 0.8 in) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99

Sterilite 20738006 Art Furniture and Storage, White - 2 Pack • Amazon Business $19.87 1 $19.87

45W Samsung Charger USB-C Super Fast Charger with 6FT Type C Charging Cable Cord Charger for Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra/S24/S24+/S23 Ultra/S23/S23+/S22 Ultra/S22+/S21,Z Fold 5/Z Fild 5,Galaxy Tab,2Pack • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99

ThinkTex Accordian File Organizer, 26 Pockets Expanding File Folders, Monthly Bill Receipt Documents Organizer, A-Z Colorful Tabs, Letter/A4 Size - Blue • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99

4 High School English Posters - 17x22in English Teacher Posters for High School Classroom, English Classroom Posters, High School English Classroom Decor High School, English Teacher's Posters • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Carson Dellosa Sight Words Bingo Games—Learning Tools for Kindergarten and First Grade Reading Skills, Double-Sided Language, Vocabulary Building Game Cards • Amazon Business $14.19 1 $14.19

Kenney 7/16" Multi-Use Adjustable Petite Cafe Sidelight Magnetic Rods, 8.75-15.75”, White, 2-Pack • Amazon Business $12.03 1 $12.03

320 Pieces Punch Cards, Incentive Loyalty Reward Card Student Awards Loyalty Cards for Business, Classroom, Kids Behavior, Students, Teachers, 3.5 x 2 Inch, 4 Styles(Space Style) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Mr. Pen- Sticky Notes Set, Assorted Sizes, 15 Pc, Bright Colors, Sticky Notes, Sticky Note Pads, Sticky Notes Variety, Sticky Notes Pack, Sticky Note Set, Sticky Pads, Colored Sticky Notes • Amazon Business $6.98 1 $6.98

Mr. Pen- Sticky Notes, 12 Pads, 3”x3”, Assorted Colors, Sticky Notes 3x3, Sticky Note, Sticky Pads, Sticky Notes Bulk, Stick Notes, Colored Sticky Notes, Sticky Note Pad, Colorful Sticky Notes • Amazon Business $6.98 1 $6.98

Spanish Inspirational Stickers for Water Bottles Laptop Eikecy Quote Motivational Stickers 50Pcs Positive Reward Stickers for Kids Teens Teacher Stickers for Students • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost			$199.45
Vendor shipping charges			$9.99
Sales tax			$11.97
3rd party payment processing fee			$2.99
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$254.40
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$44.89
Total project goal			$299.29
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$299.29
4 Donors			-$145.24
Donations toward project cost			-$130.95
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$14.29
Matching donations from our partners			-$145.24
Match offers toward project cost			-$123.45
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$21.79
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$8.82
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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This teacher needs your help!

Look for the Bare Necessities, the Simple Bare Necessities

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

My Project

Project tagged as

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

Equity Focus

Boost your odds

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes

How we calculate what's needed

Give the most requested basic supplies

Give back to your community

Project Activity

Project Activity

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.