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Ms. Powell from Allentown, PA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Powell's classroom raised $842

Mailboxes and More: Tools for Independence and Success

Help me give my students a nurturing, engaging, and well-equipped classroom to support their growth and success throughout the school year.

Ms. Powell Lehigh Parkway Elementary School
Allentown, PA Grades 3-5

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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

Help me give my students a nurturing, engaging, and well-equipped classroom to support their growth and success throughout the school year.

As a first-year teacher in a 3rd grade classroom, I’m committed to creating a space where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to learn.

Many of my students face challenges both in and out of the classroom, and having access to the right materials can make a huge difference in their academic and emotional development.

One key item on our list is a student mailbox system, which will help teach my students important life skills like independence and organization. It will allow them to take responsibility for their work, stay on top of assignments, and feel a sense of ownership in our classroom community.

This project will help me provide essential supplies, learning tools, and organizational resources to set the stage for a strong and successful school year. Your support will directly impact 25+ eager young learners by giving them the environment they need to thrive.

Thank you so much for considering a contribution to our classroom!

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

26 students impacted 11 donors
Ms. Powell Lehigh Parkway Elementary School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Allentown, PA 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

26 students impacted 11donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Markers Classpack, Broad Line, Assorted Colors, Set of 256, Purple • School Specialty $97.64 1 $97.64
Classroom Keepers 30 Slot Mailbox, 31-5/8 x 12-3/4 x 21 Inches • School Specialty $74.99 1 $74.99
Crayola Anti-Roll Triangular Crayons Classpack, Assorted Colors, Set of 256, Red • School Specialty $57.97 1 $57.97
On Strike Box Set, Books 1-8: Pencils on Strike, Swings on Strike, Chairs on Strike, Glues On Strike, Crayons on Strike, Scissors on Strike, Erasers on Strike, Rulers on Strike • Amazon Business $47.99 1 $47.99
Storex Mini Classroom Caddy, Multipurpose Classroom Organizer with Handle, Blue, 12-Pack (01062U12C) • Amazon Business $17.49 2 $34.98
Mr Sketch Mr. Sketch Premium Washable Scented Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Scents and Colors, Set of 36 • School Specialty $34.64 1 $34.64
Colorations Prima-Color Fade-Resistant Paper Rolls, Purple, Arts and Crafts, 48" x 60', Drawing, Finger Painting, Paint, Watercolor, Wall Art, Bulletin Boards, Kids Crafts • Amazon Business $33.12 1 $33.12
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $31.79 1 $31.79
IRIS USA 2.7 Qt. Small Plastic Storage Bins with Lids, 10 Pack, Art and Craft Supply Storage Organizers, Office Supply Flat Storage Container, Stackable Clear Storage Box, Secure Latch, Clear/Violet • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
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 1 $25.49
Black Fadeless® Paper Roll - 47.25" x 50' • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 1 $24.99
Amazon Basics Facial Tissue with Lotion, 2-Ply, 1350 Count (18 Packs of 75), (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $23.63 1 $23.63
Spray Mops for Hardwood Floor Cleaning- MEXERRIS Microfiber Wood Floor Mop with 2X Bottles 4X Reusable Washable Mop Pads Refills Fit for Swiffer Power Mop,Wet Dry Jet Mops for Laminate Tile Floors • Amazon Business $19.54 1 $19.54
EOOUT 42pcs Zipper Bags Mesh Bags with Zipper 9.5x13.5 Inches Mesh Zipper Pouch 14 Colors Durable Pouches for Organization Storage, Letter Size/A4 Size, for Travel Organize and Office Supplies • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Where Are You From? (hardcover picture book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 1 $16.00
Band-Aid Brand Flexible Fabric Adhesive Bandages Assorted Sizes 100 Count (117178) • Staples $13.61 1 $13.61
Dry Erase Eraser, CUTEFA 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers, Mini Whiteboard Eraser, Dry Erase Board Erasers, White Board Erasers for Kids Classroom (2 x 2 x 0.79 Inch) (03, 4 Color) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Elmer's School Washable Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., Purple, 30/Pack (2159542) • Quill.com $10.57 1 $10.57
Just Now I Feel Angry: A Kids Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Book about Anger and Frustration Feelings Awareness, Self-Management, Mindfulness and ... (Feeling Big Emotions Picture Books) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
Scotch Dry Erase Removable Tape, 1.88 Inches x 5 Yards, White - Glass • School Specialty $9.29 1 $9.29
Lysol Disinfectant Spray, Crisp Linen Scent, 19 oz. (1920079329) • Quill.com $8.99 1 $8.99
LRCXL Colored Masking Tape 10 Rolls - 1 Inch x 327 Feet of Rainbow Colors Painters Tape, Craft Tape, Labeling Tape, Paper Tape for Party Decorations, DIY(2.5cm X 10m) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Scotch Masking Tape, 0.70 in x 54.6 yd, Applies Easily, Great for Labeling, Mounting and Bundling, Strong Adhesive, Great for Everyday Uses, 1 Roll (3436) • Amazon Business $2.99 1 $2.99

Materials cost

$646.57

Vendor shipping charges

 $28.70

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$714.97

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$126.17

Total project goal

$841.14

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $841.14

1 Donor

-$420.57

Donations toward project cost

-$364.98

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$55.59

match offer

-$411.75

Match offer toward project cost

-$349.99

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$61.76

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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