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Ms. Luna from West Haven, CT is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Not Just the Basics...Extra Special Items for Extra-ordinary Students!

Help me give my students resources that promote exploration, experimentation and self-directed discovery.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Luna's classroom raised $766

This project is fully funded

My Project

My classroom is full of bright, inquisitive 5th and 6th grade gifted students who bring extraordinary intellectual, emotional, and creative energy to everything they do. Their natural curiosity and love for learning inspire them to explore topics far beyond the standard curriculum. These students are independent thinkers who thrive on asking big questions, diving deep into subjects, and making meaningful connections in their own unique ways.

To truly flourish, they need more than what a traditional classroom can offer.

They need resources that promote exploration, experimentation, and self-directed discovery. That’s where your support comes in.

With this project, we’ll stock our classroom with essential supplies like index cards, pencils, chart paper, and sticky notes—tools that allow students to take notes, organize ideas, and record questions as they dive into research and inquiry-based learning. The Rick Riordan novels will be used in our unit on Greek mythology, combining high-interest literature with deep discussions about ancient cultures, character traits, and timeless stories.

Additionally, to support hands-on STEM learning, we’ll use duct tape, masking tape, toothpicks, and wood glue to design and build bridges, slow-motion marble runs and other creative engineering projects—encouraging collaboration, problem-solving, and real-world thinking. The new puzzles and games will add challenges for students during enrichment time, helping them build critical thinking, logic, and social skills while having fun.

By providing these resources, you will help me create an engaging learning environment that supports academic excellence, emotional development, and creative expression. Together, we can ensure these gifted learners have the tools they need to reach their fullest potential—and discover the joy of lifelong learning.

Thank you for believing in their brilliance and supporting their journey.

Ms. Luna May V Carrigan Intermediate School Grades 3-5

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.

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More than three‑quarters 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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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Percy Jackson's Greek Gods • Amazon Business $9.97 9 $89.73
COSIMIXO 6-Pack Rainbow Colored Duct Tape 15 Yards x 2 Inch Heavy Duty, No Residue, Tear by Hand & Waterproof,Great for Packaging, Arts & Crafts, Color-Coding, and DIY Projects • Amazon Business $16.85 3 $50.55
Project Genius: Chroma Cube, A Colorful Logic Puzzle, 12 Colorful Wood Blocks, 25 Brainteaser Cards, Puzzle, Great Gift, 1 Player Game Logic • Amazon Business $19.73 2 $39.46
Gorilla Wood Glue, 4 ounce Bottle, (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $38.84 1 $38.84
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad 25 in x 30 in White 30 Sheets/Pad 2 Pad/Pack Large White Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper Super Sticking Power (559) • Amazon Business $35.68 1 $35.68
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets, 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $17.43 2 $34.86
Pacon Super Value Poster Board, 22"X28", White, 50 Sheets • Amazon Business $31.27 1 $31.27
Vanstek 15 Colors Retractable Erasable Gel Pens Clicker, Fine Point(0.7), Make Mistakes Disappear, Premium Comfort Grip for Drawing Writing Planner and School Supplies • Amazon Business $13.99 2 $27.98
Vdealen 3x3x3 Speed Cube Set, 6 Pack Speed Cube Bulk Professional Stickerless Magic Cube Set, Party Puzzle Cube Toy Great IQ Games Gift for Kid Teens Adults • Amazon Business $13.29 2 $26.58
Colored Painters Tape, Premium Masking Master Tape, Multi-Surface Paint Tape, Removes Easily, Colorful Craft Paper Tape for Wall Painting Art Scrapbook Supplies (0.94 Inch Wide, 198yd =0.94IN*22yd*9) • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
QUYSK 300 Pcs Linking Cubes for Kids - Counting Blocks with Storage Boxes, Connecting Cubes Math Manipulatives for Preschool & Elementary Aged Kids • Amazon Business $23.00 1 $23.00
Scotch Contractor Grade Masking Tape, 0.94 inches by 60.1 Yards (540 Yards Total), 2020, 9 Rolls • Amazon Business $18.24 1 $18.24
Tecmisse 1200 PCS Ruled Index Cards, 3x5 Inches Colorful Index Cards, Heavy Colored Note Cards, Study Cards for School, Learning, Memo Scratch Pad, 6 Colors Notecards • Amazon Business $17.94 1 $17.94
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 3x3 in, 24 Pads/Pack, 70 Sheets/Pad, Amazon Exclusive Bright Color Collection, Aqua Splash, Acid Lime, Tropical Pink and Iris Infusion • Amazon Business $17.33 1 $17.33
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper, "Brilliant" 5-Color Assortment, 625 Sheets, 24 lb/89 gsm, 8.5" x 11 - MORE SHEETS! (91684) • Amazon Business $16.60 1 $16.60
BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencils with Erasers, Bright Edition Medium Point (0.7mm), 40-Count Pack, Bulk Mechanical Pencils for School or Office Supplies • Amazon Business $7.72 2 $15.44
Pentel Hi-Polymer Block Eraser, Large, White, Pack of 10 Erasers • Amazon Business $6.89 2 $13.78
Post-it Super Sticky Lined Notes, 15 Sticky Note Pads, Multi-Size., School Supplies, Office Products, Sticky Notes for Vertical Surfaces, Monitors, Walls and Windows, Supernova Neons Collection • Amazon Business $13.55 1 $13.55
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Ultra-Fine Tip, Assorted Colors, 8 Count • Amazon Business $6.27 2 $12.54
Morepack 840 Pieces Lead Refills,0.7 mm HB,Break Resistant Mechanical Pencil Refills,70 Tubes (840 Pieces) • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Fidget Toys Sensory Rings for Kids: 12 Pack Finger Spinner Rings - Texture Stress Toys for Kids Autism Calming - Fun Fidgets for Student Classroom Prize Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $11.39 1 $11.39
Scotch Heavy Duty Shipping and Moving Packing Tape, Clear, Packing and Moving Supplies, 1.88 in. x 22.2 yd., 6 Tape Rolls with Dispensers • Amazon Business $11.24 1 $11.24
lartoys Rope Untangling Puzzle Game, Educational Strategy Board Game for Kids & Adults, Family Travel Party Games with Multi-Level Challenges, Gifts for All Ages • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Rope Untangling Puzzle Game - Logic Training & Strategy Brain Teaser, Family-Friendly Knot Challenge with Adjustable Difficulty, Portable Travel Thinking Toy • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
Bamboo Toothpicks - 3000 Count, Round, Double-Sided, Sturdy, Smooth Finish, Perfect for Cocktail Appetizers • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$611.92

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$651.10

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$114.90

Total project goal

$766.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$766.00

7 Donors

-$383.00

Donations toward project cost

-$325.55

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$57.45

match offer

-$383.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$325.55

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$57.45

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$0.00

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