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Ms. Sinclair from Derry, PA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Pencils & Possibilities

Help me give my students essential and fun supplies for the upcoming school year!

  • $239 goal

This project expired on September 28, 2025.

This project expired on September 28, 2025.

My Project

Your generous contributions for these supplies such as pens, easel pads and pencils, will directly enhance the learning experience of 4th-grade students. These tools are essential for a variety of classroom activities. I normally spend a large amount of my own funds to provide these items to students and this year I am asking for your support.

By providing these supplies, you're helping to create a well-equipped classroom where students can thrive academically and creatively.

Your support ensures that every child has the tools they need to succeed. Thank you for taking the time to explore and consider supporting our classroom project; your interest means the world to me and my students.

Ms. Sinclair Grandview 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.

Derry, PA 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

44 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Paper Mate Flair Guard Pen - Tropical Colors, Medium Tip, Set of 24 • Blick Art Materials $40.35 1 $40.35
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
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 300 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $25.49 1 $25.49
Mr. Sketch Stix Markers - Set of 10 • Blick Art Materials $5.69 3 $17.07
Mr. Sketch Scented Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 22 • Blick Art Materials $14.21 1 $14.21
Sharpie Pocket Highlighters, Chisel Tip Highlighter Marker Set, Office Supplies And Classroom Supplies, Assorted Colors, 24 Count • Amazon Business $10.28 1 $10.28
Sooez 120 Pack Pencil Top Erasers Cap Pencil Eraser Toppers Eraser Studying Supplies for Teachers Pencil Erasers, 7 Colors • Amazon Business $4.99 2 $9.98
Sharpie Chisel Tip Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 8 • Blick Art Materials $9.08 1 $9.08
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Assorted 12/Pack (30075/30072) • Staples $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$170.13

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$202.68

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$35.77

Total project goal

$238.45

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