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Mrs. Smith from Laurens, SC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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New Teacher, New Classroom

Help me give my students and my classroom everything it needs to run smoothly.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Smith's classroom raised $514

This project is fully funded

My Project

Funding a classroom in a Title I school can be tricky. Not only do we need everyday supplies for our kiddos, but we also need things that keep our classroom running smoothly. As a first-year teacher, I want to create a safe and fun learning environment for my students and would love to provide as much as possible. From flexible seating to hands-on materials, we need everything to create the best space for everyone.

These supplies will be used to stock a brand new classroom and give us the tools for learning!

I wish to provide each student with tools to use in the classroom, such as their own clipboard, pencil sharpener, erasers, and scissors. I will also use these supplies to stock my classroom so that I can restock their table bins. In this list, I also have a broom and disinfecting wipes that will keep our environment clean and safe for everyone. These supplies create endless opportunities for projects and learning.

Mrs. Smith Ford Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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

24 students impacted 9donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lewtemi 4 Pcs Flexible Seating Yoga Ball Chair for Classroom 16.8 Inch Inflatable Donut Ball Chair with Inflator for Kids Student Sensory Balance Autistic Children and Office Exercise • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Teacher Created Resources Eucalyptus Green Portable Plastic Storage Caddy 6-Pack for Classrooms, Kids Room, and Office Organization, 3 Compartments • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
JARLINK Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy-Duty Helical Blade to Fast Sharpen, Auto Stop for No.2/Colored Pencils(6-8mm), USB/Battery Operated in School Classroom/Office/Home (Green) • Amazon Business $16.99 2 $33.98
Large Clipboards - 26 Pack Hardboard Office Wooden Clipboards Bulk Standard A4 Letter Size (9 x 12.5 Inches) Board with Low Profile Clip - for Wooker Teacher Doctor Nurse Supplies • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Lakeshore Easy-Read Rulers - Set of 30 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 1 $24.99
Rarlan Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fluorescent, 96 Count Bulk Pack • Amazon Business $24.96 1 $24.96
JARLINK 30 Pack 8 Sizes Zipper Mesh Pouch, 10 Colors, Waterproof, PVC Material, Ideal for Office, Travel, Storage • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Scissors Bulk for Kids, EZZGOL 48 PACK 5” Safety Blunt Tip Student Scissors, 6 Assorted Colors Kid Craft Scissors for Cutting Regular Paper,Construction Paper,Cards • Amazon Business $23.27 1 $23.27
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use • Amazon Business $21.39 1 $21.39
Antner 30 Pack Oversized Dry Erase Pockets Sleeves Reusable Ticket Holders, Clear Plastic Sheet Page Protectors, Heavy Duty Work Pockets School Teacher Classroom Office Organization Supplies, 10 Color • Amazon Business $18.98 1 $18.98
Bulk Colorful Paper Folders with Pockets Heavy Duty Wholesale Pocket Folders for 3 Ring Binder (50 Folders in 6 Colors) • Amazon Business $18.80 1 $18.80
Post-it Notes, 3 in x 3 in., 18 Sticky Notes Pads, 100 Sheets per Pad, Poptimistic Collection, School Supplies and Office Products, The Original Post-it Note • Amazon Business $17.48 1 $17.48
XXXFLOWER Broom and Dustpan Set for Home, Broom with Dustpan Cleaning Teeth Combo Set, Indoor Sweep Broom, 55” Long Handle Broom for Office Home Kitchen Lobby Floor, Bluish Green • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
TWENTY5 SEVEN Countdown Timer 7.5 inch; 60 Minute 1 Hour Visual Timer – Classroom Teaching Tool Office Meeting, Mechanical Countdown Clock for Kids Exam Time Management Magnetic, Colorful • Amazon Business $15.49 1 $15.49
Amazon Basics Disinfecting Wipes, Lemon & Fresh Scent, Sanitizes/Cleans/Disinfects/Deodorizes, 340 Count (4 Packs of 85) • Amazon Business $10.72 1 $10.72
Dual Hole Pencil Sharpener - 24 Pieces Pencil Sharpeners Manual with Lid for School Home Office,Angel Tree Compact Handheld Pencil Sharpener Assortment in Bulk • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Paper Mate Pink Pearl Erasers Pink 24/Box (70520) • Staples $9.73 1 $9.73

Materials cost

$373.68

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.25

Sales tax

 $26.34

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.61

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$436.88

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$77.10

Total project goal

$513.98

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $513.98

3 Donors

-$441.92

Donations toward project cost

-$394.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$47.54

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$22.06

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