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Mrs. Gibo from Las Vegas, NV is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Gibo's classroom raised $921

New Paths, New Possibilities

Help me give my students body wipes, planners, deodorant, fidgets, notebooks and the support they need to succeed.

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Mrs. Gibo Cowan Academic Center
Las Vegas, NV Grades 9-12

My Project

Helping Students Turn Challenges into Success

When students transition from a behavior school back to a comprehensive high school, they’re not just returning to classes—they’re navigating a fresh start.

Many face unique challenges that require extra tools, encouragement, and care to help them succeed.

Your support will provide students with items that make a real difference in their day:

Stress balls and sensory tools to help manage anxiety, release tension, and refocus on learning.

Healthy snacks to keep energy levels steady and prevent the dips that can lead to frustration or distraction.

Hygiene products to support personal well-being and boost confidence, helping students feel comfortable in social and academic settings.

Writing materials—notebooks, planners, and pens—that give them the structure and organization needed to reach their goals.

These supplies will be given to students as they return to their home schools or when they need a moment to reset at their behavior school. With your generosity, we can remove small but significant barriers, helping students stay focused, feel confident, and believe in their own ability to succeed.

Your gift isn’t just providing supplies—it’s providing new beginnings!

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

150 students impacted 12 donors
Mrs. Gibo Cowan Academic Center Grades 9-12

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.

Las Vegas, NV 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

150 students impacted 12donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Body Wipes (5 Packs) 50 XL Shower Wipes Body Wipes for Adults Bathing, Traveling, Camping, Gym, Car, Elderly, Bedridden - Bath Wipes - Disposable Washcloths for Adults No Rinse • Amazon Business $19.99 3 $59.97
Hammond And Stephens Hammond & Stephens Undated Weekly Student Planner, 8 x 10 Inches, 96 Pages • School Specialty $5.99 10 $59.90
16Pack Fingertip Gyro Toy Mechanical Top DIY Deformation Robot Metal Transformable Spinners Funny Finger Chain Fidget Stress Relief ADD ADHD Astium for Kid Adults • Amazon Business $18.99 3 $56.97
Secret Powder Fresh Invisible Solid Antiperspirant and Deodorant 0.5 oz. 24/Carton (31384CT) • Staples $26.84 2 $53.68
Oxford Spiral Notebook 12 Pack, Bulk College Ruled Spiral Notebooks for School, 1 Subject Writing Journal, College Ruled Paper, 8 x 10-1/2 Inches, Color Assortment May Vary, 70 Lined Sheets (65205) • Amazon Business $17.11 3 $51.33
Paper Mate InkJoy Retractable Gel Pens Medium Point 0.7mm Assorted Ink 14/Pack (1951636) • Staples $16.99 3 $50.97
June Gold 72 Mechanical Pencils, 0.7 mm HB Lead, 2 Lead Dispensers with 220 Refills & 16 Erasers, Break Resistant, Convenient Side Click & Soft Non-Slip Grip • Amazon Business $24.98 2 $49.96
Lume Acidified Deodorant Wipes - 24 Hour Odor Control - Aluminum Free, Baking Soda Free, Skin Loving - 45 Count (Pack of 3) (Cool Cucumber) • Amazon Business $39.55 1 $39.55
Chips Variety Pack 50 Count - Snacks Sampler Care Packages for College Students, Kids, Adults - Individually Wrapped School or Office Snacks with Chips, Cookies, Candy - Snack Packs from The LakeHouse • Amazon Business $35.95 1 $35.95
32 Pack Composition Notebooks Bulk, Feela Kraft Cover Lined Blank College Ruled Composition Travel Journals with Rainbow Spines For Women Students Business, 60 Pages, 8.3”x 5.5”, A5, 8 Colors • Amazon Business $30.59 1 $30.59
30 Pack Sensory Fidget Spinner Toys,Stress Relief Treasure Box Toys for Classroom Prizes,Pinata Easter Basket Goodie Bag Stuffers Birthday Gifts Party Favors for Kids Adults • Amazon Business $27.97 1 $27.97
Pop Fidget Toys Bulk Its 24 Pack Party Favors for Kids 3 Shape Mini Pop Keychain It Fidget Toy Fidgets for Kids Classroom Small Prizes School End of Year Student Gifts Birthday Goodie Bag Stuffers • Amazon Business $6.99 4 $27.96
Sotiff 100 Pack Star Stress Balls Bulk Stress Relief Balls with Motivational Quotes Mini Inspirational Foam Party Favors Gifts for Kids Adults Anger Fidget Relief Exercise(Blue) • Amazon Business $27.19 1 $27.19
Always Ultra Thin Feminine Pads For Women, Size 2 Long Super Absorbency, With Wings, Unscented, 32 Count • Amazon Business $5.47 4 $21.88
Dessie 60 Motivational Encouragement "You Can Do This" Cards • Amazon Business $10.55 2 $21.10
Thera-pets: 64 Emotional Support Animal Cards (Self-Esteem, Affirmations, Help with Anxiety, Worry and Stress, and for Fans of You Can Do All Things) • Amazon Business $17.96 1 $17.96
S&O Colorful Thank You Postcards for Handwritten Messages - Postcard Style Thank You Cards Bulk Set of 60 - Assorted Thank You Cards to Express Gratitude - Appreciation Cards for Personalized Notes • Amazon Business $8.68 2 $17.36
Gift Republic ‘You Got This’ 100 Empowering Quote Cards Daily Inspiration & Motivation | Perfect Wellness Gift Uplifting Self-Care for Home & Office • Amazon Business $8.35 2 $16.70
Good Vibes Coloring Book For Teens: A Motivational and Calming Quotes Coloring Book For Teenagers With Positive Sayings and Inspirational Affirmations for Relaxing and Building Confidence • Amazon Business $6.95 2 $13.90
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, Limited Edition Color Collection, 3x3 in, 15 Pads/Pack, 45 Sheets/Pad • Amazon Business $11.76 1 $11.76
Anxiety Relief Coloring Book for Teens: Creativity to Find Calm • Amazon Business $5.00 2 $10.00
24 Pieces Fidget Pencil Topper Plastic Pencil Fidgets Colorful Fidget Pen Flipper Pencil Top Fidgets Assorted Fidget Tool Spinner for Anxiety Release • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Mental Health Art Therapy Self-Care Coloring Book: Anxiety Stress Relief Self Help Coloring Book for Adults and Kids with Motivational And Inspirational Quotes (Mental Health Coloring) • Amazon Business $8.14 1 $8.14
Desk Pencil Pen Holder, 5 Slots 360°Degree Rotating Pen Organizers for Desk, Desktop Storage Stationery Supplies Organizer, Cute Pencil Cup Pot for Office, School, Home, Art Supply, Dark Green • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
To Do List Notepad, Undated Daily Planner Notepad with To Do List Notebook Checklist Planner Spiral Waterproof Notepad for Office Supplies, School Planner, Blue, 52 Sheets, 5.5"*8.3" A5 Size • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$735.76

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.99

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.04

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$782.79

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$138.14

Total project goal

$920.93

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $920.93

11 Donors

-$885.93

Donations toward project cost

-$782.79

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$103.14

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$35.00

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 $0.00

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