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Mrs. Akhtar from Tulsa, OK is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Akhtar's classroom raised $973

Nurturing Young Minds: Providing Essential School Supplies for Kindergarten Learners

Help me give my students School Supplies for facilitate hands-on projects that encourage tactile exploration and active engagement in lessons.

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Mrs. Akhtar Dove Science Academy K-8 Tulsa
Tulsa, OK Grades PreK-2

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate 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.

My Project

We are excited to introduce a project that aims to create a vibrant and engaging learning environment for our kindergarten students. Our goal is to acquire essential school supplies that will empower our little learners to explore, create, and thrive as they embark on their educational journey.

The Challenge:

Kindergarten is a crucial phase where children develop foundational skills and love for learning. However, limited resources can hinder our ability to provide a well-equipped classroom that supports their early educational experiences.

The Solution:

By acquiring essential school supplies, we can overcome these challenges and offer our kindergarten students the tools they need to learn, and grow:

Creativity and Exploration: Crayons, markers, and colored pencils will inspire our young learners to express their creativity, engage in artistic activities, and develop fine motor skills.

Literacy Development: Pencils, notebooks, and writing materials will enable our students to practice writing, drawing, letters, and nurturing their literacy skills.

Hands-On Learning: Glue sticks, scissors, and craft materials will facilitate hands-on projects that encourage tactile exploration and active engagement in lessons.

Organizational Skills: Folders and storage containers will help our students learn organizational skills as they keep track of their materials and assignments.

How You Can Help:

Your generous contribution will directly impact the early educational experiences of our kindergarten learners. By funding the acquisition of essential school supplies, you are investing in their development, creativity, and enthusiasm for learning. Your support will:

Foster creativity and artistic expression among young learners.

Support the development of literacy and fine motor skills.

Enable hands-on learning experiences that engage children's senses.

Join us in this endeavor to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for our students. Your donation, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to achieving our goal.

Thank you for your consideration and support.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

25 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Akhtar Dove Science Academy K-8 Tulsa Grades PreK-2

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.

Tulsa, OK View local requests

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

25 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Classroom Craft Scissors and Holder - 30 Scissors • Kaplan Early Learning Company $125.96 1 $125.96
Crayola© Ultra-Clean Washable© Classic Color Markers - Set of 8 - Conical-Tip Set #7808 • Nasco $4.75 25 $118.75
Pentel Arts Color Pencils Assorted Colors 12 Pack (CB8-12) • Staples $3.76 25 $94.00
Mead 1-Subject Spiral Notebook 8 x 10 1/2 Wide Ruled 100 Sheets Each (05514) • Staples $2.86 25 $71.50
IRIS Stack & Pull 54 Qt. Latch Lid Storage Boxes Clear 6/Carton (100243-CT) • Staples $60.88 1 $60.88
Lakeshore Design-Your-Own Collage Pots - Set of 15 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $27.99 2 $55.98
Crayola Crayons Assorted Colors 24/Box (523024) • Staples $1.38 25 $34.50
Glitter Pom-Poms • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 2 $33.98
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., 60/Pack (E501) • Quill.com $31.99 1 $31.99
Lakeshore Glitter Designers - Set of 8 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 2 $25.98
500 Multi Color and Classic Wiggly Eyes in Assorted Sizes • Kaplan Early Learning Company $23.36 1 $23.36
Chenille Kraft� Wooden Craft Materials; Sticks, Jumbo, Natural • Quill.com $13.79 1 $13.79
Lakeshore Flexible Foam Shapes • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 1 $12.99
12" Chenille Stems - 400 Pieces • Kaplan Early Learning Company $11.66 1 $11.66

Materials cost

$715.32

Vendor shipping charges

 $11.88

Sales tax

 $58.30

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$826.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$145.81

Total project goal

$972.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $972.04

1 Donor

-$972.04

Donations toward project cost

-$826.23

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$145.81

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