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Ms. Davis from Fort Washington, MD is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Pencils, Paper, Possibility!

Help me give my students crayons, glue, paper, pencils, cleaning supplies, and erasers.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Davis's classroom raised $310

This project is fully funded

My Project

In our classroom, learning is vibrant, hands-on, and full of imagination. My students are constantly creating, writing, building, and exploring — and with that excitement comes the need for basic supplies that keep our days running smoothly.

Pencils and crayons are used up quickly because my students are deeply engaged.

They’re writing stories, solving problems, illustrating their thinking, and expressing their creativity. These tools may seem simple, but they are powerful in the hands of young learners. Having backup essentials ensures that every student has what they need to fully participate and never feels left behind.

Construction paper helps bring learning to life through colorful, creative projects. Whether we're making posters to show what we’ve learned or crafting visual stories, this paper becomes a bridge between knowledge and creativity.

Anchor chart paper is another essential in our classroom. We use it to capture key lessons, strategies, and student ideas — turning them into visual guides that hang in our room and support learning long after the lesson ends. These charts help students reflect, remember, and grow in their independence.

Writing paper plays a vital role in helping students organize their thoughts and develop strong communication skills. From drafting their first sentences to writing structured paragraphs, this paper supports their progress every step of the way.

And just as important as having the right tools is having a clean, safe environment. Cleaning supplies help us keep our classroom healthy and comfortable — a place where students can focus, collaborate, and feel at home.

Ms. Davis Tayac Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Fort Washington, MD 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

30 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Classpack Crayons 800/Box (52-8016) • Staples $52.93 1 $52.93
LACCHOUFEE 320 Pack #2 Pencils Bulk Pre-sharpened Pencils with Eraser top, 2 HB Pencils for Writhing Drawing, Yellow Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk for Office, School, Teacher and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
100 Pack Glue Sticks Bulk for Kids, Classroom, School, Crafts, Crafting, Scrapbooking - Dries Clear, Washable 100 Pack Wholesale Glue Sticks Bulk for Classroom Pack • Amazon Business $24.74 1 $24.74
Pacon Heavy Duty Anchor Chart Paper - 27" x 34", Non-Gridded • Blick Art Materials $17.76 1 $17.76
Staples 110 lb. Cardstock Paper 8.5 x 11 White 250 Sheets/Ream (49701) • Staples $15.74 1 $15.74
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack 75 Wipes/Container 3/Pack (30208) • Staples $14.99 1 $14.99
Crayola Construction Paper - 9" x 12", 12 Assorted Colors, Pkg of 240 • Blick Art Materials $7.06 2 $14.12
Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Radiant Assortment 300 Sheets/Ream (91642) • Staples $13.94 1 $13.94
School Smart Lined Writing Paper, No Margin, 10-1/2 x 8 Inches, 500 Sheets, White - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $11.47 1 $11.47
Lysol Disinfectant Spray, Sanitizing and Antibacterial Spray, For Disinfecting and Deodorizing, Crisp Linen,12.5 Fl Ounce (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $9.94 1 $9.94
Sooez 120 Pack Pencil Top Erasers Cap Pencil Eraser Toppers Eraser Studying Supplies for Teachers Pencil Erasers, 7 Colors • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$206.61

Vendor shipping charges

 $11.10

Sales tax

 $12.40

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$263.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$46.45

Total project goal

$309.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $309.66

1 Donor

-$0.00

Donations toward project cost

-$0.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

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 $309.66

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