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Ms. Chona Samson from Las Vegas, NV is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Pencils, Paper, Possibilities: Help Us Start the Year Strong!(SY 2025-2026)

Help me give my students school supplies to start the new school year off right!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Chona Samson's classroom raised $388

This project is fully funded

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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

My Project

School supplies are the building blocks for academic success, and I want to make sure my students start the upcoming school year feeling confident, prepared, and excited to learn.

With a fresh start around the corner, I hope to provide each of my students with brand-new, high-quality school supplies that will support their growth and creativity from day one.

Equipping students with the tools they need—like notebooks, pencils, folders, and art supplies—helps create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where everyone can thrive. These materials will be used daily during lessons, small group activities, hands-on projects, and to help students stay organized throughout the year.

More than just supplies, these items represent equal opportunity, creativity, and the joy of learning. By giving every child the same fresh start, we’re setting the tone for a school year full of discovery, achievement, and self-confidence. Your support would truly mean the world to my students and help them begin the year with pride and excitement!

Ms. Chona Samson Sandy Miller Academy for International Studies 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flytreal Pen Holder for Desk, 360 Rotating Mesh Pencil Organizer Marker Storage Caddy, Black Large Capacity Desktop Stationery Organizer, 4 Compartments for Home Office School Kids Art Supplies • Amazon Business $18.99 4 $75.96
Ctosree Writing Bulk Folders with Pockets Writing Process 4 Pocket Folders Bulk for Students Teacher Classroom Kids(18 Pcs,Plaid) • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Storex Plastic Small Book Bin, 11.75" x 4.5" x 8.5", Teal, Pack of 6 (STX71114U06C-6) • Quill.com $30.32 1 $30.32
Mind Reader Plastic Straw Dispenser Pencil Dispenser, Black (STRAWDISP-BLK) • Quill.com $25.07 1 $25.07
Hippo Creation Heavy Duty Storage Pocket Chart for Classroom, 20 Pocket Storage Organizer with 4 Over-Door Hangers, Hanging Wall Organizer for File Folders, School Mailbox, Home Office Papers - Black • Amazon Business $24.49 1 $24.49
Rarlan Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils, Pre-sharpened, 200 Count Bulk Pack • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Astrobrights Colored Paper, 24 lbs., 8.5" x 11", Assorted Neon Colors, 500 Sheets/Ream (20270) • Quill.com $16.18 1 $16.18
Scotch 5" Soft Touch Blunt Tip Kids Scissors, 12 Count Teacher’s Pack, Green, All-Purpose Scissors for School and Crafts (1442P-12) • Amazon Business $7.07 2 $14.14
Scotch Magic Tape with Dispenser, Invisible, 3/4 in x 650 in, 6 Tape Rolls, Clear, Home Office and Back to School Supplies • Quill.com $12.97 1 $12.97
Hippo Creation Heavy Duty Storage Pocket Chart for Classroom, 5 Pocket Storage Organizer with 2 Over-Door Hangers, Hanging Wall Organizer for File Folders, School Mailbox, Home Office Papers - Black • Amazon Business $8.97 1 $8.97
Ospvcwk Pencil Top Erasers for Kids Bulk - 50 Pack Assorted Cute Fruit Animal Cap Erasers, Latex Free Pencil Erasers Toppers, Kids Back to School Supplies (Pattern Random) • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49

Materials cost

$294.56

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.42

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$328.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$58.06

Total project goal

$387.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $387.04

3 Donors

-$337.04

Donations toward project cost

-$286.48

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$50.56

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

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 $0.00

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